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

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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets
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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

    Seasonal

    our spring/summer 2023 collection

    Tokyo Night

    toki japanese whiskey, park cognac, carlamaro, averna, angostura bitters, absinthe rinse 22

    Bubble Bee

    Aberfeldy Scotch, lemon, lavender honey, prosecco 22

    Naked & Famous

    mexcal, aperol, chartreuse, lime juice 22

    Spiritual Experience

    Flight of three local whiskey varietals curated by our head mixologist 50

    Coppersea Straight Rye Whiskey (New Paltz, NY)

    Hudson Whiskey Bright Lights, Big Bourbon (Gardiner, NY)

    Great Jones Straight Bourbon Whiskey (New York, NY)

    Signatures

    our always-in-style collection

    vodka cobbler

    tito's vodka, lemon apricot, strawberry, raspberry, orange bitters 25

    East Side of 5th

    Dorothy Parker Gin, lime, simple syrup, cucumber, mint 25

    Infinite Wisdom

    Roku gin, lemon, blueberry, sage, egg white 25

    well earned farewell

    rittenhouse rye, cynar, avua ambruana, mole bitters 25

    cardboard cutout

    fort hamilton bourbon, campari, melletti, capalletti, lemon 25

    Mexican Firing Squad

    Cazadores Blanco Tequila, lime, pomegranate, angostura bitters 25

    Concrete Tiger

    Cazadores Blanco Tequila, jalapeño agave, grapefruit, lime, cucumber, club soda 25

    House Smoked Sazerac

    Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey, Park Cognac, smoked apple wood, Peychaud's & angostura bitters, demerara, absinthe rinse 25

    Oaxacan Old Fashioned

    Espolon Reposado Tequila, Banhez Mezcal, agave, orange, angostura & mole bitters 25

    Japanese Highball Menu

    whiskey highbal

    suntory japanese whiskey, fever tree sparkling water 25

    shiso highball

    shiso infused roku gin, fever tree elderflower tonic 25

    last flight to bangkok

    thai basil, lemongrass & ginger infused haku vodka, fever tree sparkling water 25

    Selects

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

    Cabernet Sauvignon

    2019 Mossback, Chalk Hill, California

    3 oz. $12

    6oz. $22

    Bottle $90

    Pinot Noir

    2021 Inscription Oregon Pinot Noir

    3 oz. $12

    6oz. $22

    Bottle $90

    Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier

    2018 “Little James Basket Press,” Château De Saint Cosme, Pays D’oc, France

    3 oz. $9

    6oz. $16

    Bottle $68

    Pinot Grigio

    mont mes, castelfeder, trentino-alto adige, italy

    3 oz. $12

    6oz. $20

    Bottle $72

    Barbera

    2020 “Lavignone Rosato,” Pico Maccario, Piedmont, Italy

    3 oz. $9

    6oz. $16

    Bottle $72

    Well Earned Pilsner

    Bronx Brewery 11

    World Gone Hazy IPA

    Bronx Brewery 11

    Berry Varietal

    mixed berries, lime, mint, club soda 11

    Virgin Colada

    house made coconut cream, pineapple, lime 11

    Paper Tiger

    Lime, jalapeno, cucumber, grapefruit 11

    Negroni Series

    negroni

    gin, campari, sweet vermouth 22

    mezcal negroni

    mezcal, campari, sweet vermouth 22

    white negroni

    gin, suze, blanc vermouth 22

    kingston negroni

    dark rum blend, campari, sweet vermouth 22

    boulevardier

    bourbon, campari, sweet vermouth 22

    Evening

    Starters

    Crab Cake

    Local apple, kimchi aioli 29

    house gibson

    Flatbread

    Ricotta, mushrooms, spicy honey gastrique, arugula 23

    Little James Basket Press Sauvignon Blanc

    Gambas al ajillo

    evoo, garlic, parsely 26

    Mont Mes Pinot Grigio

    ropa vieja sliders

    braised beef, onion, pepper, smoked aioli, brioche bun 17

    cune rioja

    roasted beet salad

    vegetarian, vegan

    rocket kale, pepitas, charred pineapple vinaigrette 21

    concrete tiger

    Spanish Charcuterie Board

    a selection of cured meats and cheeses, cornichons, baguette 49

    *Old Chatham Creamery (Groton, Ny)

    **Hudson Valley NY

    Pairs well with Finca Decero Malbec

    Shishito Peppers

    vegetarian, vegan

    Lime sea salt, salsa roja 19

    East Side of 5th

    Marcona Almonds

    Cayenne, rosemary, honey 14

    Bronx Well Earned Pilsner

    roasted pequillo pepper Hummus

    vegetarian, vegan

    preserved lemon, evoo, tomato, olive, toasted pita 21

    Little James Basket Press Sauvignon Blanc

    Mains

    Steak Frites

    ny strip, smashed potato, chimichurri 38

    cardboard cutout

    The Burger

    Downstairs Adirondack cheddar, lettuce, tomato, house pickles, smoked aioli, brioche bun, side of fries or greens 28

    Add bacon $6

    House Smoked Sazerac

    Chicken BLT

    Avocado, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, heirloom tomato, smoked aioli, side of fries or greens 26

    Dr. Konstantin Frank Riesling

    Cavetelli

    minted pea purée, spinach, straciatella, pasta, 26

    Add Chicken $12

    Add Salmon $15

    last flight to bankok

    Baby Kale Caesar

    Bread crumbs, white anchovy, parmesan, house Caesar dressing 17

    Add chicken $12

    Add salmon $15

    Benito Santos Albariño

    Salmon

    farro risotto, corn tarragon coulis, shaved fennel 34

    Domaine Leseurre Chardonnay

    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

    vegetarian

    Seasonally inspired 25

    Avocado Toast

    vegan

    Cilantro, lime, pickled shallots, radish, country sourdough 23

    Add 2 poached eggs $10

    Breakfast Sandwich

    Applewood smoked bacon, avocado, aged NY cheddar, smoked aioli, brioche bun, hash browns 25

    lobster frittata

    gluten free

    asparagus, lemon truffle crema, pecorino 36

    steak & eggs

    gluten free

    ny strip, roasted tomato, arugula, salsa verde 37

    Egg White Omelet

    vegetarian

    Wild mushrooms, tomatoes, Adirondack cheddar, arugula 27

    Ricotta Pancakes

    vegetarian

    Blueberry lemon compote, NY maple syrup 23

    Fruit & Berries

    gluten free, vegetarian

    Seasonal selection 17

    Greek Yogurt

    gluten free, vegetarian

    Gluten-free granola, agave, blueberries 19

    coconut chia overnight oats

    vegan

    raspberries, banana, cocoa nibs 19

    Maple Porridge

    vegan

    Seasonal fruit compote 17

    vegan, if prepared with water

    Pastries

    Croissant, pain au chocolat, seasonal muffin 7

    Bagels

    Sesame, plain, everything, whole wheat 8

    Breads

    White, organic nine grain 7

    Applewood Smoked Bacon (3 Pieces)

    $10

    Esposito's Chicken Sausage (3 Pieces)

    $9

    Sliced Avocado

    vegetarian, vegan

    $9

    Two Eggs Any Style

    vegetarian

    $10

    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 12

    Berry Blend

    Market berries, orange, honey 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

    The Bar Downstairs & Kitchen is a neighborhood-centric restaurant on 5th Avenue serving delicious foods and cocktails. The menu experience offers guests the opportunity to indulge in seasonal foods sourced from farmers and purveyors in New York. For a change of pace, visit us in the evenings to enjoy premium cocktails, fine wines, beer, and eclectic shared plates.

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    a plate of food on a table

    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.

    For a spirit-ual experience enjoy our selection of New York State whiskeys, curated by our head mixologist in a sampler flight, featuring Hudson Whiskey Bright Lights Big Bourbon, Coppersea Straight Rye Whiskey, and Great Jones Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

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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 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

    Book An Event

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    Front Lounge

    • Capacity 15
    a living room filled with furniture on top of a wooden table

    Full Buyout

    • Capacity 75
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