I was very excited when I thought I’d found a bar with an open-year-long heated patio in Manhattan in January. Unfortunately, it’s not true. My friend even contacted them in advance to ensure the patio would be open. I have chronic illness and can’t patronize indoor bars and eateries during the pandemic. They guaranteed it would be opened but they just flat-out lied. I pushed through 2 floors of a very crowded bar (where it seemed like no one was in charge) to find the patio door, but it was locked. I happened upon an employee cleaning up glasses and asked him if the patio was closed, and he shrugged as if it was obvious and also not important. It’s very difficult for people with disabilities to be sociable during this time of COVID confusion/denial. I’m not sure why a business would lie about being accommodating. What’s the point? It’s not like I could have possible stayed. Thanks for almost ruining my evening. (Luckily we found another bar with some outdoor seating. Not heated, but at least I could enjoy a drink and a chat like a regular person for a little bit…)

I held my 23rd birthday at Hidden Lane this weekend and the whole experience was so incredible! I rented out the bar from 9-12 for my friends and everyone had a blast. The drinks were incredible and the space is so much fun for a large group. The staff was super accommodating and did everything they could to make sure I had the best time. They helped me coordinate decoration deliveries and set ups. Drinks were fabulous and the bar tenders were so friendly and fun. I was able to connect my own playlist to the speakers, which was perfect to get all my friends dancing! Would definitely go back to this bar on a regular night and would recommend that anyone hosts a private event here. The space is pretty big, with an upstairs and downstairs bar as well as a lovely outside area. Great atmosphere and vibes, as the bar is very well decorated!!

A non profit I am on the board of was seeking a happy hour space for our first in-person event in over two years. Hidden Lane was the perfect venue! The outdoor space is lovely (it helped that the weather was great) and Tom, the manager, couldn’t have been more accommodating and helpful in assisting us plan our event. He went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. The bartenders were able to make specialty cocktails that our organization had pre-selected which were a big hit. The feedback from attendees regarding the space and venue were superb. The event was such a success and we are so thankful to Hidden Lane! Thank you again!

I recently hosted a private event on their upper floor. From start to finish, the Hidden Lane staff went above and beyond! It was so easy to book the space, having many different open bar packages depending on your budget. The manager, Tom worked with me in selecting a few cocktails for my group in addition to the open bar. He was also our bartender, nobody waited long for drinks and they were all consistent and delicious! They were also kind enough to let me supply a playlist to play for the event. I do not have a single complaint, wonderful venue and staff.10/10 recommend for a private event!

Came in today at 7:30 PM on a Wednesday hoping to catch the daily 4-9 PM happy hour deals advertised in their website. I ordered a house whiskey-coke and to my surprise, i was charged $12(supposed to be $6). I brought the attention to the manager aka also the person who made my drink and condescendingly refused to honor the prices advertised in their VERY OWN website. Mind you, this bar is barely a month old to have dumb excuses of misadvertised prices. Just to be a little objective, the drink i got was tiny and mediocre. Could barely taste the alcohol. Great atmosphere, meh drinks..

I had a very large private event here and the GM and staff were super accommodating. No one was allowed upstairs unless they were a part of the event, the upstairs alone could accommodate 100+ people, and the place is beautiful and classy. They also cleared out the space ahead of the event so that when I showed up, everything was all set for guests to arrive. This is a gem of a spot and a great deal for people trying to host an event in NYC. Highly recommend!

Held a company event here and everyone had a blast! The staff were accommodating and responsive— special thanks to Josephina + Tom who really went out of their way to help us. Also, the venue is incredible; it’s so rare to find a bar with a picturesque backyard in this area of Manhattan. Everyone loved drinking the delicious spicy margaritas in the backyard! Will definitely be coming back!

Went later on a Wednesday night for a quiet drink with a friend. They have two levels of indoor seating and one patio. The patio has padded benches and a few chairs. The upper level is similar but it's indoors. The lower level is bar seating. The drinks were tasty and I appreciated the quiet vibes. Great for a small group of homies catching up or a cozy date at the bar or upstairs

It was fine. It’s a cute little bar in a good location with a fair variety of drinks. They don’t serve food, which made us leave early. Seating was very limited but I’m sure the idea is based on rotation. No one seemed particularly friendly but our drinks were OK and at least there was AC. I’d prefer if they had some small bites to choose from
Price per person
$20–30

Hidden Lane is an incredible venue with an even more incredible management team. We recently rented out Hidden Lane for a private event and they could not have been more accommodating every step of the way. They were transparent and very easy to work with. Could not recommend having your next event here enough More

Love this place! Best vibe best service and best drinks. Always love coming here, the outdoor space is just amazing as well as the indoor space with 2 floors. Great happy hour deals, but also nice to come and sit down later at night and have some great signature cocktails. Definitely a gem in our neighborhood.

This bar is such a little gem! The bartenders are nice and it has good happy hour deals. The backyard is lovely and has a decent amount of space for the location. Even with many people back there, I didn’t feel crowded and there were enough seats to accommodate everyone. The cocktails are delicious too.

I really can't recommend hidden lane enough. Absolutely beautiful outdoor space, incredible staff, and well stocked bar. We hosted a private party here, and the management was exceedingly professional, responsive, helpful and all around great through the entire process. I look forward to visiting again!

This place really is a hidden gem! At first it’s a regular bar but their back patio is so cute! It doesn’t feel crowded / crazy - you can actually hang out and have a good conversation. We got a few drinks and sat their for hours. Would highly recommend!
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

We went for happy hour on a Fri - Got there at 5pm, which you probably need to do if you want to sit outside bc it filled up pretty quickly after that. They have a great spicy marg happy hour special, and a cute little outdoor patio that I imagine looks really nice when it gets dark out!

Love this place! Happy hour specials are good & the outdoor area in the back is fantastic… better get there early as it is first come first served and the seating is tight. Otherwise a great place & plenty of indoor seating too… love it’s just a few steps from Union Square!

Wow what a place, The staff is so nice here. Our friends recently came back from visiting this place and told us to check it out. We checked it out and it was such a gem to find in the middle of the chaos that is NYC, I hope they open more venues around the country!

Had the happy hour margaritas (regular and spicy) and both were nothing to write home about. Prices are good though (happy hour is only margaritas and beer+shot), til 8 pm, which I appreciate. Looking forward to coming back in the spring to hang in the backyard.

This place is great! The atmosphere is chill and cool & the staff is also really friendly. They know what they’re doing and what they’re talking about, and you can tell making the customers happy is their main priority. 100% worth it. LOVE THIS PLACE.

This is our bar! My husband and I go weekly here, great drinks, vibes and a lot of space!! Downstairs bar, upstairs seating space, plus backyard. Very rare in NYC! And big shoutout to Tom and Jose, they’re great!! We feel like home, every time we go.

We hosted our welcome drinks here for our wedding weekend. The staff and management was unbelievably accommodating and helpful. Our guests had a great time, as did we- super easy and fun. Exactly what an event should be. Thank you again Hidden Lane.

came in right after a flight. the atmosphere was great, the details in the craft cocktails stand out. manager and staff are amazing home made ginger syrup for my ginger beer? home made dehydrated ginger slices for your drinks. this place is amazing.

The drinks were good and were standard New York prices. It was surprisingly busy on a Monday night but the outdoor patio space was nice and gave a great space that wasn’t too loud to catch up with a friend and enjoy the summer night!

We had our wedding party on the second floor of the bar and it was amazing! Tom, the manager, went above and beyond to accommodate our requests. The drinks were delicious and came out fast! It was a perfect spot for our celebration.

Hosted my birthday party (late 20s) here! It was fantastic. The drinks were amazing (loved the Spice Girls drink!). Super easy-going and communicative staff. Highly recommended coming here for a drink or to rent out for a party.

We used the private area upstairs, nice atmosphere but did not have a full bar. We had to go to the first floor to gain access to the standard bar menu shown on the website. The bartenders were nice and the drinks were strong.

Really nice bar, good cocktails, friendly staff, super convenient location. I booked a space for an alumni event and everything went perfectly, guests were thrilled. There is also a nice outdoor space for warmer days.

Visited hidden lane the other night. What a cute spot! The music and decor give it a really chill vibe. My friends and I had a great time celebrating one of my girls' birthdays. Not to mention, the drinks were YUMMY!

Great place to throw private corporate events. Event planners and staff were extremely helpful. Looking forward to our next one!
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great cocktails at a reasonable price, good atmosphere and nice outdoor area - it can get pretty busy at the bar though! Definitely worth stopping in for a couple of drinks. My recommendation is the watermelon!!!

The bartender messed up a drink and used sprite instead of tonic. The prices were silly considering the place didn’t have a cocktail menu, even though it’s trying to pass as an upscale cocktail bar.

Great place near Union Square. Clean and cozy enough to meet up with an old friend to catch up. Will definitely be back if I'm in the area. The drinks were great. I recommend the Godfather shot!

The bar plays extremely loud music to the point where you can’t even hear yourself think. It’s like being in a 90’s heavy metal concert but worse because the DJ is playing horrible house beats.

We come here for happy hour after work. It is quiet upstairs and good for conversation. Downstairs is more openly social woth a small but cozy outdoor area in the back for nice weather eves.

The photos on here only come close to doing justice. So happy to have found this spot! I was in the backyard with friends and we had such a great time! Looking forward to returning.

Fun bar by Union Square. I have been invited to a private event on the upper level. There is a cute backyard to enjoy when it’s warmer. Cocktails are great. Mon-Fri happy hour $5-8

Unreal staff! Very spacious bar that has an upstairs, downstairs, and beautiful outdoor space. Can not forget about the vibrant atmosphere. Highly recommended for any New Yorker!

Had an event here and was exceptionally pleased with the care and hospitality provided by the staff! Loved the outdoor patio, had a great time and would definitely go again.

Great drinks and a nice vibe make this a recommend. I've only been here on a weekday but it was a good experience.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Loved this place. First time there and i really liked the decor and the music. The bartender was very attentive and the drinks were good. Will be there again for sure

Good happy hour and tasty drinks. Music volume highly variable between front and back, and I've encountered an occasional grumpy bartender, but mostly a solid place!

Signature cocktails are pretty good. Nice decor. Classics like old fashioneds and Manhattan fall flat, though. Stick to their menu if possible. Good service, though.

A really good neighborhood haunt. Happy Hour drinks are cheap and tasty. The patio has plenty of seating. Come on a weekday to overhear some great first dates.

The bar is on the smaller side but this creates an intimate atmosphere. They also have an outdoor area
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Not what I expected from pictures. Bit of a dive bar. Drinks were OK. Not very strong.
Price per person
$20–30
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Great vibe, reasonably priced for Manhattan. I'd come here again while looking for a mix of a dive bar and a cozier setting. They also do reservations!

Stumbled upon this bar on our way to a comedy show. The outdoor area is so nice and we were able to find space to sit down for 8 people at around 9pm!

Nice happy hour with a variety of beverages to choose from. Nice atmosphere and a good place to stop for a quick drink before heading out for dinner.

Great atmosphere (cozy and welcoming, friendly bartenders), delicious cocktails, excellent happy hour, and beautiful decor. Love their backyard too.

I love hidden lane!! Cutest after work spot and love the happy hour menu. Tastiest drinks in the area.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Un bar très agréable à Manhattan avec des consos vraiment pas chères en happy hour. Petite cour extérieure à l’arrière du bar. Merci !

Sticky floors & hot inside, but they had a great cocktail menu and nice exterior backyard vibe
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 3

Hidden Lane Bar is a great place for lovers of unusual tastes and cocktails.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Cool intimate bar with great happy hour menu.
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Amazing cocktails for a great price!!! Good spot to have a birthday with the nice outdoor area and murals throughout the space

I’m really on this place at the moment. Great staff, great drinks, great atmosphere. Definitely my new local bar of choice

Saw it and popped in for one drink, left a week later with my new wife. Definitely a new local. Hidden gem

The drinks are great, the bartenders and friendly, and the backyard is so cute! My new favorite place.

Beautiful bar, hidden gem in the heart of the city. Staff is very pleasant and drinks are amazing!!

Great pub. Negroni drink special and free popcorn, what more do you need. Outside area as well.

Really nice spot for happy hour drinks, $8 spicy margaritas were especially good …

Happy hour was awesome. Cheap drinks. Very busy. Bartenders were not the friendliest.

Crowded even on a Wednesday night! The back patio was great on a warm summer evening

Had a corporate party here with my team and we will now definitely be regulars!

Pretty chill spot overall but beware that the hours on google are not accurate

Happy hour was great!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Awesome and nostalgic
Food: 3
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

A little cramped but the drinks are good and the atmosphere is chill

This place is as good as a hug from your mother. Excellent drinks.

Bartenders and location were amazing. Great spot to pre-game.

This a place is gem,
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Good drinks and outdoor area for the warm weather months

So cute. Loved the back garden. The drinks are amazing.

A real gem..you would never know it from the outside..

Cute space. Just watch the ceiling if you're tall.

Cool off the cuff bar with a small outdoor section

had my business happy hour here and it was great!

Fantastic drink & date-meet up outside patio.

Best happy hour in the city! Highly Recommend

The outdoor space and indoor space is so nice

Super cute back yard area, highly recommend!

Chill bar with good drinks. Staff is cool

Had an amazing time loved the employees!

Amazing experience with great staff!

Drinks are fire, best in the city!

Solid bar for after work drinks

Great patio area in the back!

Spicy Margarita was good!

Very solid drinks …

best cocktails ive had!

Good vipe. Cool space.

Favorite bar in NYC!

Favorite bar in nyc!

This place stinkssss

Best bar in the area

Great cocktail bar!

Quite and nice spot

Great hidden spot

Very homey vibes

Cool happy hour