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Patent Pending

Speakeasy and Cocktail Bar$$$$
NoMad, New York
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8.8/10
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    John E.
    "dimly lit space hidden behind the wall of Patent Coffee"(5 Tips)
    Ros O.
    "I had the "Odd Love" which was excellent."(2 Tips)
    Alana C.
    "The Currents and Coils cocktail was delicious"(2 Tips)
    Amanda R.
    "Very cool concept - Nikolas Tesla."(2 Tips)
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  • John E.heart icon on user image
    John EFebruary 12, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Beautiful, dimly lit space hidden behind the wall of Patent Coffee, with tributes to Nikola Tesla at every turn⚡️Don’t let the theme fool you; this is a serious cocktail bar with a fantastic menu 🥃
  • Allie G.heart icon on user image
    Allie GoodchildFebruary 17, 2018
    Incredible speakeasy below the location of the hotel where Tesla lived. Everything is perfect, especially the Odd Love cocktail, which has a splash of their front-of-house Patent Coffee
  • Gary T.
    Gary TorielloFebruary 15, 2018
    Punch in door code 4927 (address is 49 W. 27th)
  • Cole K.heart icon on user image
    Cole KennedyMarch 6, 2018
    Slowly but surely, NoMad is getting its share of places to go after work. This tiny speakeasy is small, so don't try bringing a group of more than four. Apart from that, enjoy!
  • Lauren F.heart icon on user image
    Lauren FordMarch 17, 2018
    Had the radio waves and another tequila beverage I don’t remember. Sit at the bar if you can so you can watch the magic and connect with the bartenders. Everyone is lovely here.
  • Amanda R.heart icon on user image
    Amanda RellaOctober 29, 2018
    One of the coolest speakers in NYC. Located behind a coffee shop. Very cool concept - Nikolas Tesla. The bar follows this theme with light bulbs. As does the menu with sketches of the drinks!
  • Elyse E.heart icon on user image
    Elyse EstradaDecember 21, 2018
    Make a reservation or go early. It’s a coffee shop in front that looks closed but push the door. Love this place. Cocktails are excellent! Ambiance is as good.
  • Ben M.heart icon on user image
    Ben MackeyAugust 12, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    I love this speakeasy bar behind the coffee shop. The door code is on the large banner above your head... 4927
  • Val S.
    Val SklarovMarch 16, 2018
    Perfect place for first time dates. Their menu is excellent and has quite the variety when it comes to cocktails and food.
  • Avneesh K.heart icon on user image
    Avneesh KohliAugust 29, 2018
    One of my favorite places to grab a drink in NYC. Come early in the week to avoid a long wait. Don’t miss the “Light Me Up” cocktail.
  • Ros O.heart icon on user image
    Ros O'FlynnJanuary 7, 2022
    Nice little bar with some very interesting cocktails you won't find anywhere else. I had the "Odd Love" which was excellent. Some drinks packed with crushed ice, so check before ordering. Expensive.
  • Andrew M.heart icon on user image
    Andrew MacDonaldMay 29, 2018
    Awesome cocktails and a friendly staff with an attention to detail 👌
  • Solheart icon on user image
    SolJanuary 4, 2019
    Don’t be alarmed by the empty coffee shop, there’s a bar in the back with high priced cocktails. Try currents and coils with coffee and banana. Delicious.
  • A Z.heart icon on user image
    A ZakheimMarch 31, 2018
    Great vibe. Excellent cocktails.
  • Alana C.heart icon on user image
    Alana CadizMarch 3, 2018
    The Currents and Coils cocktail was delicious
  • Nick C.heart icon on user image
    Nick ContiSeptember 29, 2018
    One of the best cocktail places around!! Don’t miss this place!!
  • Tyler B.
    Tyler BennettJuly 14, 2018
    When you're trying to get in, go to the door to Patent Coffee and wait. When they see you, they'll buzz you in.
  • Alexandria M.
    Alexandria McGrathJune 26, 2018
    It’s a little coffee shop in Nomad, and at night, they stop serving coffee and open a hidden bar in back where you can drink a very good cocktail.
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    aanwarApril 29, 2018
    Located behind Patent Coffee. Great Speakeasy. Love the dim lit atmosphere and attentive staff.
  • Ben M.heart icon on user image
    Ben MackeyAugust 12, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    My favourite cocktail is easily the Light Me Up. They coat the glass with a Szechuan peppercorn sugar lick!
  • Kristina P.heart icon on user image
    Kristina ParkJuly 7, 2019
    Hidden cocktail bar with amazing drinks 🥃
  • Matt M.heart icon on user image
    Matt MitgangNovember 23, 2019
    Tiny bar hidden inside a basement coffee shop. Well rounded cocktail list, with a few playing off of the coffee shop outside.
  • Marina T.heart icon on user image
    Marina TunesSeptember 9, 2018
    very original idea, this secret bar offers great drinks and friendly service. during the sun light, go for the coffee.
  • Jose F.heart icon on user image
    Jose FuentesFebruary 2, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Good cocktail selection. Worth the stop.
  • Chrissy C.heart icon on user image
    Chrissy ConnorsJune 10, 2019
    Really cute - not too loud that you can’t have a conversation. Expensive but very good cocktails
  • Plamena Г.heart icon on user image
    Such a cute spot and the drinks are SO good! The bartenders are super nice and friendly.
  • Elizabeth B.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth BursteinAugust 31, 2018
    Great vibe, really enjoyed the biz as usual and green martini
  • Kelsey L.heart icon on user image
    Kelsey LFebruary 18, 2019
    All the cocktails we tried were great. And the bartenders are really fun and friendly. We'll be back.
  • L. S.heart icon on user image
    L. S.August 23, 2018
    Not your everyday bar bar but if You’re in the mood for elevated cocktails then bingo! Small and “hidden” but worth finding.
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    KatNovember 27, 2019
    Great hidden spot for cocktails. If there’s a wait (it’s tiny), they will text you when a spot is ready.
  • Roberto S.heart icon on user image
    Roberto SanchezJune 2, 2018
    A modern speakeasy. Maybe too hipster, but great bartender
  • Jessica d.heart icon on user image
    Jessica de MartineMay 18, 2018
    Great cocktails, pleasant staff, nice atmosphere.
  • Lee W.heart icon on user image
    Lee WalkerOctober 9, 2019
    Get there ahead of opening time. There’s still a queue...make sure you’re at Patent Coffee...there’s another coffee shop that looks similar to the pics
  • DoubleDeuce
    DoubleDeuceJanuary 31, 2022
    Fun place that's a hidden speakeasy and everything is themed about patents. So be sure to take your favorite patent-seeking person!
  • Alex B.heart icon on user image
    Alex BosworthNovember 4, 2018
    Good place to take out-of-town guests but go early in order to get a seat otherwise you’ll have to wait
  • Karthik K.heart icon on user image
    Karthik KasaraneniMarch 12, 2018
    Get the Mr. Muir!
  • Natalie L.heart icon on user image
    Natalie LeMossDecember 17, 2022
    Such a fun place for drinks, try the strange magic cocktail!
  • Nick L.
    Nick LoweryFebruary 8, 2019
    Cool bar, but not a speakeasy. Crowd is super casual - t-shirts and jeans. Not a high-end crowd like Flat Iron or Raines Law Room.
  • Tyson G.heart icon on user image
    Tyson GachMay 12, 2019
    👌🏼 Currents and Coils cocktail
    Upvoted Aug 26
  • Elvis R.
    Elvis RodricksSeptember 3
    got a seat in the basement… less pretentious vibe and friendly staff
  • Dean C.heart icon on user image
    Dean CareyMay 28, 2018
    Amazing cocktails and great atmosphere!
  • Jeremy L.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy LevineOctober 26, 2018
    Best cocktails I’ve had in the city.
  • Kasiana M.heart icon on user image
    Kasiana MclenaghanJanuary 12, 2019
    It’s a nice spot, but the vast majority of the appeal is that it’s hidden behind a fake door. If that doesn’t totally get you off, look elsewhere. It was also more loud than intimate.
  • Ethan I.heart icon on user image
    Ethan IllfelderSeptember 7, 2018
    Cocktails and atmosphere were awesome
  • Zoe C.heart icon on user image
    Zoe CareyAugust 5, 2018
    Great cocktails. Love a good speakeasy
  • Candice R.heart icon on user image
    Candice RiveraAugust 14, 2022
    Great cocktails, cool space with a fun vibe
  • Michael G.heart icon on user image
    Michael G.November 10, 2018
    Coffee bar in front, hidden cocktail bar in back. Light Me Up cocktail was just okay
  • Joe K.heart icon on user image
    Joe KileyOctober 16, 2018
    Killer cocktails, enough said
  • Shayheart icon on user image
    ShayJanuary 4, 2019
    Great ambiance & design
  • LaDawn P.heart icon on user image
    Not overly impressed. Service was mediocre, drinks were tasty but not excellent and the prices were way overpriced. Great option for speakeasy cocktails in the area but not a standout.
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