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Hudson Bar and Books

Whisky Bar and Cocktail Bar$$$$

West Village, New York

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Ranked #1 for whisky bars in the West Village
"A cozy library cigar bar with a wonderful scotch selection."(32 Tips)
"Bond movie playing silently in the background."(3 Tips)
"Excellent whiskey menu and super friendly service."(2 Tips)
"astute whiskey menu"(2 Tips)

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CompassJuly 24, 2013
The West Village outpost of Bar and Books has a posh selection of literature, an astute whiskey menu, and a long list of cigars. Celebrities stop in from time to time to enjoy a 60-year-old scotch.
Upvoted Oct 5
DavidJuly 23, 2017
Very unpretentious and unique place in the city. If you're hankering for a cigar, a whiskey and are with good company, this is a good place to end the evening.
Robert StevensonFebruary 13, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Great atmosphere, good conservations, subtle background music, cigar selection is decent, but scotch, rum & bourbon pairing make it a great venue. Alex and Julie are the bet wait staff.Get there early
John ColglazierFebruary 2, 2020
Really surprised to see wine from the Finger Lakes region! Food was great; try the Branzino for a light, flavorful dish before a night out on the town.
Steffanie CamiloFebruary 15, 2015
Cigars! Old fashioned place with great ambiance. Choose your whiskey and your cigar!
Patrick BaskinOctober 2, 2016
Can't say enough about how great this place is for a cigar and scotch, only drawback is the inside is quite smoky (not great ventilation), so I recommend grabbing a table outside to catch up
TribecaApril 7, 2014
In honor of the Tribeca Film Festival, try the "Blush Blush", a light, bubbly blend of BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® Gin, St-Germain™ Liqueur, Campari®, citrus foam, and club soda.
Alan PetrilliDecember 1, 2015
If you are in the mood to splurge, get the Dalmore Cigar Malt, pricey at $40 a pour, but it's discontinued and a fantastic pair with a nice stick
Patrick AgahigianOctober 23, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Get a Bar&Books stogie and ask the bartender for a scotch/whiskey recommendation. Hands down best cigar lounge in NYC, and vintage Bond movies seals the deal.
Davis Anderson IIIOctober 9, 2013
One of the last bastions of freedom in the city where you can relax with a cigar, a scotch, and a Bond movie playing silently in the background.
MetroSeeker.comAugust 20, 2011
A library inspired theme makes this place a natural choice to enjoy a cigar and excellent scotch. If you're not into scotch however, try a Dark and Stormy.
Henrik OscarssonMarch 24, 2013
British library style bar, with a bartender that looks like Steve Van Zandt's character in the Sopranos. Whiskey+ cigars, what more do you need?
Aricson DechavezJuly 6, 2012
Best cigar bar hands down. Great cigars, good selection in booze, and thee waitresses are good talent. Good guys night out spot.
Joe M.August 10, 2014
Enjoy a low-key setting with cigars and fancy cocktails. While it is expensive, the atmosphere is worth it.
Serge KassardjianNovember 6, 2010
Hands down the best cigar and scotch bar in nyc. All the others are overrated because this one actually has girls that also go. Plus you have to love the red velvet.
Jason NewbergApril 17, 2015
Very smokey, but that's to be expected. Excellent whiskey flights and cool decor.
Lydia DamonMarch 7, 2015
Cozy old-school ambience, if you don't mind cigar smoke
Stephen BradleyJanuary 22, 2016
Great whiskey selection and upscale but comfortable place to enjoy a fine smoke.
Jason NashJuly 22, 2014
House band cigars are surprisingly good. Very solid Scotch/Whiskey/Bourbon list as well.
Brian LDecember 2, 2018
Excellent whiskey menu and super friendly service.
lisaMarch 22, 2018
Upscale cigar and whiskey enjoy going there for a smoke and drink
MacelleriaDecember 20, 2011
A cozy library cigar bar with a wonderful scotch selection. The only smoking permitted venue in the neighborhood!
Alexis BrillApril 25, 2011
I love this place. Great nightcap spot. I usually have amaretto or vino, and a couple puffs. The atmosphere is fantastic.
Stan TranJuly 23, 2018
Been here 25+ times
Bring your own cigars and enjoy a whisky or three here
hamad tarekSeptember 19, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Indoor cigar smoking and great vibe
Austin SipesOctober 23, 2014
Excellent atmosphere. Scotch selection also excellent.
Amanda KopmanNovember 3, 2011
Suggest this for a date- whiskey flights and cigars are sure to make you the look like the baddest chic around town.
Frank DieboldMarch 28, 2015
Make sure you at least look like you know what you're doing
Robert Tolar HainingJune 14, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Dope place to have a cigar & scotch whiskey
Siddhaarth JalanNovember 12, 2019
A super selection of cigars and single malts...
GuiseppeOctober 14, 2013
Bring your own sticks as the ones available are hugely overpriced. A Davidoff Millennium Lonsdale is $75.00. The cutting fee is only $5.00
TeeJay VApril 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Always a Bond movie playing... What else do you need to know?
LizaJanuary 9, 2016
cool vibe but you're allowed to smoke inside - uncomfortable for a nonsmoker
Jaime ScatenaJanuary 6, 2013
Great place for cigars and drinks.
Bansri BhattDecember 31, 2011
This place is great if you're meeting a friend or flying solo. Cozy and intimate!
Kevin GreenDecember 20, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Bring your own stog and pay the $5 cutting fee.
Ben TannenbaumMay 8, 2010
Leave work a little early and head on over to Hudson Bar & Books. Sip some scotch. Enjoy a cigar. You worked hard all week. You deserve it.
Michael PeraltaJune 20, 2015
Great Cigars
Ryan AmbsDecember 3, 2015
If you want a cigar where else
Josh WinnegradFebruary 12, 2017
Made a res that was confirmed by email and when we arrived we were told that they didn't "have it on the books" and that it happens all the time. Hostess was rude and didn't do anything to help
Lulu PhongmanyJune 12, 2015
Been here 10+ times
They do an excellent dirty vodka martini
Melissa DoloNovember 15, 2014
Starting the birthday night out right with cigars and scotch!
Joe JunterealJune 30, 2012
I wish I smoked. Cool bar, but a tad smoky if that makes sense.
Neel BhargavaOctober 4, 2014
Scotch; hotel quality wait staff
Dana FlynnNovember 10, 2014
Great old fashions
John PomeroyDecember 29, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Ask for a Purity Vodka on the rocks. Divine.
Jan GemrichFebruary 7, 2015
Have a cigar! Just do!:-)
Tilman HamplFebruary 3, 2010
Lets see how real this is. I'd love to find a decent place where I could smoke a cigar and sip a drink from time to time.
Siddhaarth JalanNovember 12, 2019
Single malts
Matthew LenahanAugust 21, 2011
Go to the far back...VIP is great!

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