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Apothèke

Cocktail Bar and Speakeasy$$$$

Chinatown, New York

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Apothèke

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Ranked #6 for live jazz in New York
The experts at Food & Wine and Men's Health Mag recommend this place
"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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yvette inOctober 8, 2018
some cocktails' ingredients may look bizarre, but should taste everything. especially siren's call bb
Audrey LoMay 27, 2013
Great ambience and drinks. The band playing on Sundays, Live Footage is awesome as well.
Guest of a GuestOctober 11, 2011
Hidden 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
Jan SimmondsNovember 25, 2009
Back alley entrance means you wouldn't know anything is there, but once inside it has a great sexy and exciting vibe. Absinthe flaming on the bar and guys dressed like chemists.. surprise your friends Read more
SparkieJanuary 15, 2013
In the middle of Chinatown near Joe's Shanghai. An apothecary-themed cocktail bar, opened inside a former opium den.
Mafe Sotillo LairetJune 14, 2013
My favorite is Sitting Buddha. also loved Kale in Comparison (if you like green) YUM!
Original PenguinOctober 26, 2010
This 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.
Sacha SJuly 4, 2017
Good cocktails and very elegant entrance in China Town + decoration.
Collette SJuly 10, 2016
Ask the bartender for their recommendations based on your likes or dislikes
Prathmesh JadhavNovember 27, 2013
Get the sitting buddha if you like ginger in your cocktails.. You're welcome! :)
Katerina AnnaJanuary 23, 2015
Amazing cocktails & great interior! Hidden gem in awful China Town
April DitoDecember 21, 2015
Great cocktails in a hidden, speakeasy atmosphere.
Ana MartellNovember 24, 2015
Super cool place. Great ambience and delicious drinks
Kathryn DMay 20, 2016
Enchanting environment with eclectic and thoughtful cocktail menu.
Bubblez SinclairDecember 15, 2014
Nice place with unique drinks but no food menu. Gets super busy on a saturday night
Mike ValenciusNovember 4, 2014
If you're looking for something refreshing and smooth, highly recommend Sitting Buddha
Yiannis MavrogiannisNovember 19, 2013
Awesome place will definitely go back for more of them delicious drinks :)
Anja MaerzSeptember 12, 2014
Kale in comparison is fab, eye of the tiger has a great kick to it;)
Rafael GonzaqueOctober 5, 2013
Great scene and vibe, weak drinks, and insulting prices.
Francis UdlerAugust 11, 2014
Drinks are pricey but so tasty. Cant go wrong. Charming speakeasy
Daniel PowellApril 22, 2017
Great cocktails, helpful bartenders, cool location
Sabrina WangMarch 2, 2016
ok 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.
lanamaniacApril 15, 2016
Everything was great!
VIJune 8, 2010
Awesome underground spot and always hard to get into based on lines/your personality. But if go during the early hours no wait. Will be there on Saturday!!
Alex PeckJanuary 4, 2016
everything! the music is always great too
Jaro G4November 9, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Always Busy, Always Great!!! Get there early to ensure a spot with all your friends and plenty of room to dance around you ;)
Ashley VelazquezSeptember 12, 2015
Too much hype for this place tbh. Low lights. Smaller than expected. Drinks have a heavy amount of alcohol in them. A lot of standing around. Seats are a rare find. One floor.
Christophe LampertiSeptember 14, 2014
Order the Kale in Comparison. It's special, but very good.
karenApril 23, 2014
Amazing cocktails at a 'chemist'. $$$ though, but worth it!
StylesightSeptember 4, 2012
Early evening or late night, If you're looking for perfection in a cocktail, you'll find it here.
Citizen New YorkAugust 31, 2011
Dark lighting and comfortable couches.. you should be getting it done. And if your not grab an aphrodisiac cocktail
April MazzollaNovember 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
The best cocktails ever! The best staff ever! The best DJ (friday nights!) This place... Is my Paradise.
Grier PotterJuly 3, 2015
Kale cocktail is my jam... Everything is awesome though
Magnús SigurbjörnssonAugust 17, 2014
Well hid fancy cocktail bar in Chinatown. Try the pain killers!
Jaro G4July 9, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Best place to have ANY kind of party. You will Most likely have the time of your life in this bar trust me...
Robert StensbyDecember 15, 2013
Try the Sitting Buddha if they haven't change the drink list, amazing
TaylorJune 6, 2012
Saffron Sazerac (using saffron-infused bourbon) is a twist on the classic sazerac.
Lauren HilaryJuly 21, 2013
secret bar in chinatown. try the mixed drinks with muddled nectarine!
What's Up New YorkJanuary 24, 2014
The aphrodisiac drinks are amazing!
ElisaMay 19, 2013
Save yourself the trouble and just order the southern hymn, sitting Buddha or the blue Mauritius.
Paul MApril 18, 2011
Best on Tuesdays, a great 1920s jazz/swing trio plays classics, chill at first and gets cooking around 11:00pm
Arjumand BonhommeNovember 11, 2015
Stunt double and the matador are fantastic!
Vineet ShahSeptember 14, 2015
Music is always on point.
KathMarch 19, 2015
I like this place better on weekdays.. When it's quieter
Wdychen NYCFebruary 18, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Madame butterfly! The most delicious cocktail on earth.
NCMMay 15, 2012
Great live jazz music on Tuesdays. Try to come earlier, get busy at the entrance.
Rach .BApril 23, 2013
Monday jazz , WEDS be careful! Better have your password ready for weds prohibition nite ;)
HOBNOB MagazineFebruary 22, 2011
Tucked away experimental cocktail spot. See photos here: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=97226&id=765634189&l=a7b1374dcf
Emilio CMay 24, 2018
Interesting bar, great drinks, candle lit.
@JaumePrimeroNovember 26, 2011
farm to bar, all drinks made with organic and local ingredients! Yes, I'm impressed.

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