Apothèke
Cocktail Bar and Speakeasy$$$$
Chinatown, New York
The hidden spots at Apothèke is a can't miss
"live jazz from BK and try the Sitting Buddha"(12 Tips)
"If you are in the mood for a great tasting drink try a Dr. Ruth."(10 Tips)
"Delicious cocktails and great live jazz music on Monday nights."(17 Tips)
"The aphrodisiac drinks are amazing!"(10 Tips)
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BarChickAugust 14, 2013An experience from start to finish. The large space is swanky and chic with cocktails made from local and organic produce. http://barchick.com/find-a-bar/new-york/apotheke-1
Marc AafjesMarch 3, 2015Great atmosphere, interesting live music, and amazing cocktails! Try any of them, they're all good.
Nick AndlingerFebruary 17, 2017Awesome hidden spot. Great place to hide out while waiting for Chinese tuxedo.
Candace OliverJuly 11, 2015I liked the Sitting Buddha drink. It was tangy and refreshing! Good times with good friends!
JasonJanuary 31, 2015Didn't love my drink, but awesome atmosphere and specialty cocktail selection, on a neat little street in Chinatown.
Katerina AthanasiouMarch 5, 2016Loved the cocktails , Dr Ruth is a must! Also amaazing atmosphere. Hidden gem in china town- Saima SirajApril 12, 2016The most imaginative mixed drinks around the local area! Such a cool, insider sort of spot.. http://goo.gl/uJbkHR
TenantKing.comAugust 6, 2014If you're a fan of original cocktails, this is the place for you with it's extensive list of drinks to choose from.
BenMarch 5, 2015Get an excellent cocktail, maybe something with scotch and see where things go. Always a good spot post 10:30
Saarim ZamanOctober 19, 2016Killer cocktails, good vibes, overall one of the best (maybe the best) speakeasy in NYC
Aaron JonesMay 16, 2015The environment is attractive and the menu is filled with innovative drink descriptions. The issue with Apotheke is in the execution. Manhattan has a lot of bars that do it better for less $$$.- Al LoNovember 22, 2016Amazing craft cocktails and live music. You'll feel like you're in a different hemisphere.
Jole PAugust 18, 2019Really cool interior and interesting cocktails!! Fun dancey vibes at night as well
Katie BurrAugust 22, 2014The dolce vita is amazing but it is $18 so come prepared to spend more, but the cocktails are unbelievable!
Christine AdamissionDecember 7, 2014Such unique drinks. The gin one, Eden something, is fantastic, so many flavors and depth.
Lauren BastianNovember 22, 2015Was not allowed in because I had on sneakers (even though my boyfriend with Tom's was fine). Later, the bouncer wasn't by the door and I was able to get in. Glad I did be cause it was a great time!
Order an indulgent cocktail, cozy up on one of the couches, and fall in love with the music + ambiance.
Kendall SmithJune 8, 2012After the Fall and Chilean Sun are the best... But try all the others too, they actually put extreme effort into making your drinks--#best.
Graham LindnerJanuary 6, 2016Great cocktails and atmosphere. Shady alley approach makes for a great date surprise.
Alice MolinariJanuary 7, 2013Absolutely fantastic drinks & atmosphere. A bit expensive but definitely worth it. Not a single bad cocktail!
emma tangorenAugust 21, 2013pick your poison-- errr, prescription-- and enjoy. great spot in chinatown
Alissa LudanskaaApril 29, 2016Loved the place and how u get there; didn't hit quite the spot with the cocktails
Live music can be loud, so not ideal for conversation. Amazing cocktails though!
Elysia BandongApril 18, 2016Great date spit off the beaten path in Chinatown. Best micheladas I ever had!
Audrey LoMay 27, 2013Great ambience and drinks. The band playing on Sundays, Live Footage is awesome as well.- Jackson IsaacsonOctober 22, 2016Incredible cocktails, great weeknight vibe with occasional live music.
Sam WinnickFebruary 17, 2015Awesome and fun mixology bar/lounge just a little random as far as location goes.
Sinan OncelerSeptember 11, 2015A secret chemistry lab like bar with different cocktails. Tokyo drift is my favorite one.
Mafe Sotillo LairetJune 14, 2013My favorite is Sitting Buddha. also loved Kale in Comparison (if you like green) YUM!
Antoine MoreauOctober 2, 2017Hidden gem in Chinatown, delicious cocktails, nice vibe and lively crowd- Guest of a GuestOctober 11, 2011Hidden on a side street in Chinatown, Apotheke is a hidden gem of all speakeasy. It is disgusted under a red "Gold Flower Restaurant" sign. Read more
Prathmesh JadhavNovember 27, 2013Get the sitting buddha if you like ginger in your cocktails.. You're welcome! :)
Tim de GierSeptember 23, 2012Chique yet happy. Go here on monday-night and have a cocktail while listening to their great live jazz.
Elizabeth Jill TamayoOctober 28, 2015Awesome cocktails! Thank God the bar tender from the Tequila Bar right next door hooked us up!
LukeMarch 15, 2015The speakeasy lives! Mandatory coat check is a good call because this place is usually packed
Original PenguinOctober 26, 2010This clandestine, former Victorian-era opium den is hidden beyond a sign that reads “Gold Flower Restaurant.” Their potent potions cures your ailments: Pain Killers, Aphrodisiacs and Pharmaceuticals.
Bubblez SinclairDecember 15, 2014Nice place with unique drinks but no food menu. Gets super busy on a saturday night
yvette inOctober 8, 2018some cocktails' ingredients may look bizarre, but should taste everything. especially siren's call bb
Kevin GrantSeptember 29, 2018Pricey, but all the bartenders all wear lab coats. Could be the right trade off depending on your night
Sabrina WangMarch 2, 2016ok a little too pricy for a cocktail with limited seat, but the place is very lively. would definitely go back if I go eat in Chinatown sometime.
The Corcoran GroupApril 21, 2011Soak in the great ambiance as your mixologists make you the perfect cocktail. Need a dose of euphoria, we recommend one of their cocktails with their House Absinthe.
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Specializing in seasonal flavors, Apotheke crafts its cocktails with fresh, daily made ingredients, using local and organic produce, herbs, and botanicals.
Closed until 6:30 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 6:30 PM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 8:00 PM–2:00 AM
(212) 406-0400
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Yes
Parking
Yes
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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