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The Bar Downstairs & Kitchen | Gastropub in New York, NY

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    • Unapologetically hidden,
    because all great stories happen behind closed doors.

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    Reservations

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    Private Events

    Our intimate dining areas and shareable menu make us the perfect setting for your next event.

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    Menus

    Bar

    refreshing | 25

    (shaken)

    chiquirita

    espolon blanco tequila, cointreau, passion fruit, lime, agave, chili tincture, chipotle salt

    root awakening

    cazadores blanco tequila, ojo de tigre mezcal, ancho verde, carrot, lime

    business as yuzu-al

    olive oil washed wheatley vodka, st. germain, yuzu, sparkling wine

    eastern promises

    suntory toki japanese whisky, avua ambruana cachaca, mole bitters, chamomile, lemon, honey

    rum diaries

    ten to one rum, lairds apple brandy, piñot de charentes, egg white, apple, cinnamon, lemon

    tbd mule

    wheatley vodka, lime, fever tree ginger beer, luxardo maraschino liquor

    Naked & Famous

    mezcal, aperol, dolin genepy de chamois, lime juice

    the beet goes on

    dorothy parker gin, st. george spiced pear, beet, lemon, tarragon, sparkling wine

    la ultima palabra

    ojo de tigre mezcal, green chartreuse, luxardo maraschino liquor, lime

    boozy | 25

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    old fashioned

    rittenhouse rye whiskey, demerara, angostura and orange bitters

    Oaxacan Old Fashioned

    Espolon Reposado Tequila, ojo de tigre Mezcal, agave, orange, angostura & mole bitters

    seasonal vieux carré

    fort hamilton bourbon, carpano sweet vermouth, lairds apple brandy, benedictine, st. george’s spiced pear

    a walk in the woods

    rittenhouse rye whiskey, gran classico, bràulio alpine liquor, carpano sweet vermouth, rosemary

    vesper

    dorothy parker gin, wheatley vodka, lillet blanc

    house gibson

    choice of dorothy parker gin or wheatley vodka, dry vermouth, house-made onion brine

    black manhattan

    rittenhouse rye, averna, angostura bitters, orange bitters

    Lost & Found Menu | 25

    some iconic cocktails we’re bringing back in style

    ny sour

    fort hamilton bourbon, lemon, egg white, red wine float

    daisy de santiago

    ten to one caribbean rum, lime, yellow chartreuse, mint

    champs-élysées

    park cognac, green chartreuse, angostura bitters, lemon

    hanky panky

    dorothy parker gin, fernet branca, sweet vermouth

    classics | 25

    vodka cobbler

    wheatley vodka, lemon, apricot, strawberry, raspberry, club soda

    east side of 5th

    dorothy parker gin, lime, cucumber, mint

    tokyo night

    toki japanese whisky, park cognac, cardamaro, averna, angostura bitters, absinthe rinse

    mexican firing squad

    cazadores blanco tequila, lime, pomegranate, angostura bitters

    concrete tiger

    cazadores blanco tequila, jalapeño agave, grapefruit, lime, cucumber, club soda

    house smoked sazerac

    rittenhouse rye whiskey, park cognac, smoked apple wood, peychaud's & angostura bitters, demerara, absinthe rinse

    purple lady

    butterfly pea flower infused roku gin, dolin blanc, lemon, egg white, orange blossom water, lavender bitters

    seasonal sangria

    red or white wine, capel pisco, benedictine, lime, orange juice, angostura bitters, orange bitters

    penecillin

    johnnie walker red, lemon, ginger, honey, laphroaig spray

    Negroni Series | 25

    negroni

    dorothy parker gin, campari, sweet vermouth

    mezcal negroni

    ojo de tigre mezcal, campari, sweet vermouth

    white negroni

    dorothy parker gin, suze, blanc vermouth

    boulevardier

    jim beam bourbon, campari, sweet vermouth

    negroni sbagliato

    dorothy parker gin, carpano antico sweet vermouth, campari, sparkling wine

    Selects

    our fall/winter highlights - wine is served in 3 oz. or 6 oz. pours, and bottles

    Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier

    2022 Micro-Cosme, Château De Saint Cosme, France

    3 oz. $9

    6oz. $16

    Bottle $68

    Pinot Grigio

    2021 mont mes, castelfeder, trentino-alto adige, italy

    3 oz. $12

    6oz. $20

    Bottle $72

    Pinot Noir

    2022 Inscription Oregon Pinot Noir

    3 oz. $12

    6oz. $22

    Bottle $90

    Cabernet Sauvignon

    2021 Architect, alexander valley, california, usa

    3 oz. $16

    6oz. $26

    Bottle $98

    la fête du rosé

    2021 côtes de provence, france

    3 oz. $9

    6oz. $16

    Bottle $72

    Well Earned Pilsner

    Bronx Brewery 11

    World Gone Hazy IPA

    Bronx Brewery 11

    beet of a different drum (n/a)

    lemon, lime, beet, fever tree ginger beer 11

    Paper Tiger (n/a)

    Lime, jalapeno, cucumber, grapefruit, club soda 11

    new habits (n/a)

    ginger, lime, pineapple, club soda 11

    easy days (n/a)

    passionfruit, lemon, mint, orange blossom water, club soda 11

    yuz' don't say (n/a)

    ritual non-alcoholic gin, lemon, ginger, club soda

    berry varietal (n/a)

    mixed berries, lemon, mint, club soda

    Evening

    Starters

    meatballs

    spicy marinara, ricotta, parmesan, basil, baguette 25

    architect cabernet sauvignon

    hummus

    seasonal vegetables, zaatar, toasted bread 22

    daisy de santiago

    vegan

    lamb Flatbread

    labneh, pomegranate, mint 27

    business as yuzu-al

    vegetarian

    fig flatbread

    fig jam, whipped ricotta, prosciutto, truffle 25

    cune rioja

    pomegranate beet salad

    candied walnut, pickled shallot, goat cheese,
    pom vinaigrette 21

    micro-cosme sauvignon blanc, viognier

    gluten free, vegetarian

    truffle fries

    picked herbs, pecorino, roasted garlic aioli 18

    bronx well earned pilsner

    vegetarian

    sliders

    caramelized onion jam, ny cheddar, potato roll 20

    cune rioja

    meats & cheeses

    ny cheese board

    3 local ny cheeses, jam, bread 25

    seasonal vieux carré

    vegetarian

    charcuterie board

    3 local cured meats, mustard & bread 25

    old fashioned

    cheese & Charcuterie Board

    3 local ny cheeses, 3 local cured meats, jam, bread, pickles 49

    Pairs well with autreau de champillon champagne

    snacks

    our snack menu is offered from 4 - 5pm. the full menu is available from 5pm.

    truffle fries

    picked herbs, parmesan, roasted garlic aioli 18

    vegetarian

    Marcona Almonds

    rosemary, honey, cayenne 14

    gluten free, vegetarian

    marinated olives

    citrus, chili, extra virgin olive oil 14

    gluten free, vegan

    salt & vinegar crispy potato chips

    caramelized onion dip 16

    vegetarian

    Mains

    someone else's burger

    house special sauce, pickles, ny cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, side of fries or greens 33

    Add bacon $6

    bronx brewing ipa

    avocado Chicken BLT

    avocado, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, heirloom tomato, smoked aioli, side of fries or greens 27

    concrete tiger

    chicken paillard

    frisée, pumpkin seed, arugula, pomegranate, mustard vinaigrette 28

    root awakening

    gluten free

    wild mushroom risotto

    rhode island mushroom, mascarpone, parmesan, herbs 33

    purple lady

    gluten free, vegetarian

    short rib rigatoni

    pearl onions, tomato sauce, smoked gouda, chive 34

    inscription pinot noir

    Salmon

    heirloom tomato brodo, spinach, garbanzo, saffron 35

    Domaine Leseurre Chardonnay

    Baby Kale Caesar

    kale, romaine, toasted bread crumbs, parmesan, house caesar dressing 19

    Add chicken $12

    Add salmon $15

    mexican firing squad

    vegetarian

    please ask about our seasonal desserts

    ingredients are sourced locally:

    argyle farms - hudson, ny
    satur farms - cutchogue, ny
    esposito's sausage - new york, ny
    andrew's honey - a rooftop near you, nyc

    Breakfast

    In House Cured Gravlax

    Heirloom tomato, red onion, capers, cream cheese, Zucker's bagel 28

    Eggs Any Style

    Choice of meat, hash browns
    Choice of meat: applewood smoked bacon, chicken sausage 25

    Brioche French Toast

    Seasonally inspired 25

    vegetarian

    Avocado Toast

    heirloom tomatoes, red onion, everything bagel seasoning, lime, cilantro 23

    Add 2 poached eggs $10

    vegan

    Breakfast Sandwich

    Applewood smoked bacon, avocado, aged NY cheddar, smoked aioli, brioche bun, hash browns 26

    roasted wild mushroom soft scramble

    truffle crème fraiche, parmesan, chives,
    sourdough toast 27

    vegetarian

    poached eggs in purgatory

    calabrian chilies, parmesan, basil, focaccia toast 30

    vegetarian

    corned beef hash & eggs

    onion, peppers, chives,
    horseradish mustard crema 32

    gluten free

    Egg White Omelet

    spinach, tomato, feta 27

    gluten free, vegetarian

    Ricotta Pancakes

    Blueberry lemon compote, NY maple syrup 23

    vegetarian

    Fruit & Berries

    Seasonal selection 17

    gluten free, vegetarian

    Greek Yogurt

    Gluten-free granola, agave, blueberries 19

    gluten free, vegetarian

    coconut chia overnight oats

    raspberries, pistachio, pineapple compote 19

    vegan

    Maple Porridge

    Seasonal fruit compote 17

    vegan, if prepared with water

    Pastries

    Croissant, pain au chocolat, blueberry muffin, cinnamon roll 7

    Bagels

    Sesame, plain, everything, whole wheat 8

    Breads

    White, organic nine grain, sourdough 7

    Applewood Smoked Bacon (3 Pieces)

    $10

    Esposito's Chicken Sausage (3 Pieces)

    $9

    Sliced Avocado

    $9

    vegetarian, vegan

    Two Eggs Any Style

    $10

    vegetarian

    Hash Browns

    $9

    Plain Greek Yogurt

    $12

    Fruit Juices

    Freshly squeezed orange $10

    Cranberry, apple, or grapefruit juice $7

    Green Blend

    kale, cucumber, ginger, avocado, apple, spinach 12

    Berry Blend

    market berries, orange, banana, oat milk, agave 12

    Coffee Regular/Decaf

    Brewed with la Colombe beans 7

    Espresso, Americano

    Brewed with la Colombe beans 7

    Cappuccino, Latte

    Brewed with la Colombe beans 8

    Oat, almond, soy milk $1

    Harney & Sons Tea

    green, mint, black, or chamomile 7

    Boozy

    bloody mary, mimosa 20

    About

    Experience a speakeasy vibe hidden in plain sight. Located in the Cellar Level of Andaz 5th Avenue, The Bar Downstairs & Kitchen is a neighborhood-centric restaurant and bar with an extensive cocktail menu. Indulge in seasonal dishes created with locally sourced ingredients and shareable plates. Executive Chef Christian Clark has designed a menu experience that offers guests an opportunity to indulge in some of his favorite foods, sourced from local farms and purveyors near New York City. Join us for dinner and drinks Tuesday through Saturday, or breakfast daily.

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    Champagne & Caviar

    Savor a culinary journey featuring a unique 5-course tasting menu enhanced with caviar pairings. Each of Chef Christian Clark’s dishes melds flavor and texture to deliver an indulgent experience to suit any appetite and delight every palate. Complement your experience with Perrier-Jouët Blanc de Blancs Champagne.



    New Snack Menu

    The Bar Downstairs is opening earlier! For Dinner & Drinks, we will be open from 4pm, serving our full drinks menu and a special Snack menu. Our full Dinner menu (and snacks) will be available from 5pm.

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    Hours & Location

    View The Bar Downstairs at 485 5th Avenue At, E 41st St,
    New York, NY 10017 on Google Maps
    Call The Bar Downstairs by phone at (212) 601-1234

    Get Directions to The Bar Downstairs via Google Maps

    Located at Andaz 5th Avenue

    BAR/RESTAURANT HOURS

    Breakfast
    Monday - Friday 6:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Saturday & Sunday 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Dinner + Bar
    Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    kitchen closes at 9:30 PM

    Book An Event

    For all private, semi-private, and large party event inquiries, please fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch soon.

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    Front Lounge

    • Capacity 15
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    Full Buyout

    • Capacity 75
    a dining room table
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