Little Branch
Speakeasy and Cocktail Bar$$$$
West Village, New York
This speakeasy is famous for their speakeasy cocktails. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"You can't go wrong with Bartender's Choice here."(23 Tips)
"Killer cocktails, live jazz."(21 Tips)
"They make a mean death in the afternoon and an amazing sazerac."(10 Tips)
"One of my favorite joints for an Old Fashioned"(18 Tips)
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Scott HarrowerNovember 6, 2009The perfect after date drink place in the lower west. Order the "Fair and Day" (off menu) - a rum based revelation haha. Or something a little sweet, try their "Dominicana."
If you're one for martinis, order a Tuxedo No. 2, the predecessor to the traditional cocktail. Gin + Absinthe = Heaven.
Andrew LitvakOctober 12, 2014Super strong Old Fashioned. Super pricey, too, for a cash-only venue...
Jarret WeinrichAugust 11, 2012Just get the bartender's choice with your favorite spirit, you won't be sad. Also, bring cash.
Jon FeldmanSeptember 29, 2011LB founder Joseph Schwartz demos his cocktail-making techniques and classic cocktail recipes on video in the iPad book app "Speakeasy Cocktails". Buy it at openairpub.com or in the iPad App Store.
DayanJanuary 4, 2015No longer serve spherical ice balls but still makes a good old fashioned. Limited in whiskey selections.- Nikolas FlorosOctober 13, 2014This hard to find dimly lit joint has live music and great service. They make a mean death in the afternoon and an amazing sazerac. If you can't decide, tell the bartender some ingredients and he'll
Katie HApril 15, 2012One of the few places in town that know what a Hemingway daiquiri is... None of that frozen crap, straight up with a maraschino cherry. Yum.
Mick BMarch 18, 2012Nice location, decent ambiance. After descending the stairs, you look around expecting more but find less. The live music rescues the semi-anticlimactic experience. It's alright, but have a Plan B.
SarahSeptember 28, 2010you don't have to read the menu. just tell the hostess what you feel like having...she'll have the bartenders come up with something special.
karen bonna rainertSeptember 2, 2012Southside Fizz is awesome. Make sure you have cash; they don't take cards.
Get here right at 7pm when they open on weeknights otherwise it is tough to get in without a long wait.
Gordon's Breakfast ... the best off-menu cocktail ever. Gin, cucumber, lime, hot sauce. Amazing.
Alexa E.September 14, 2013Go see the guys at Little Branch and get your fix. They know their cocktails.
Eric ShoemakerJune 16, 2010Greatest drinks in Manhattan... fresh ingredients and custom made to your flavor likes and dislikes. Live Jazz certain nights also.
MazdaNovember 12, 2010This place has old school cocktails, nightly jazz, and the dark mood-lighting only associated with a 1920s speakeasy.
Food & WineApril 20, 2011This West Village basement lounge is owned by mixologist Joseph Schwartz. Drinks are served with ice that's custom-made for each glass.
If you have trouble deciding what to order, let them decide for you. Ask for the Bartender's Choice and tell them what flavors/liquors you like.
Steve RossOctober 14, 2016Order off the menu; the Mexican Firing Squad is a great tequila concoction
Rachel MeltzerOctober 12, 2011Some of the best cocktails in NYC. Live music every night adds to the speakeasy feel.
A good Speakeasy, if you can go when they play live music its even better.
Johnny MalangoneMay 4, 2010Don't order from the menu. Tell your server what you like and have the mixologist surprise. I suggest anything with fresh ginger. Yummmm
Adam LernerNovember 6, 2012Perhaps it was just the moment, but Little Branch was far-off the standards set by other NYC mixology peers. Poor service, a cocktail menu mostly of standards, and a damp room. Many better options.
Annette ShadeJuly 7, 2011Best custom cocktails ... Just tell the bartender what you're in the mood for
Cora LambertMarch 27, 2012Milk & Honey cocktails without the reservation policy. Amazing atmosphere.
If you get a seat they'll bring you large delicious pretzels!
Elisabeth BrombergApril 7, 2011Order a Tom Collins with whatever berry suits your fancy. Absolutely divine.
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- Mon–Sun
- 7:00 PM–3:00 AM
(212) 929-4360
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