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The DL

The DL

Lounge and Night Club$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
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7.3/10
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    Has a stamp of approval from The Corcoran Group and NYC Pride
    • The Corcoran Group
    • NYC Pride
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    John-Eric S.
    "It's a few flights upstairs but the roof deck is worth the trip"(18 Tips)
    New York Post
    "biweekly brunch party Everyday"(2 Tips)
    The Corcoran Group
    "Truffle Pops and Lobster Crack."(2 Tips)
    ℳ𝒶𝓎♍
    "rough week and want to have some drinks and dance."(6 Tips)
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  • Marie P.
    Marie PorrasDecember 2, 2018
    Don’t bother! The staff in this place is rude. The place is empty inside but they still keep people queuing outside under the rain for no reason. Cover entry is $60 and the place is empty. Absurd.
  • Rebecca B.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca BalnisNovember 21, 2018
    Three floors guaranteed to satisfy whatever music suits your taste. Multiple dance floors and an outdoor patio for some much needed cooling off, either from dancing or a burlesque show!
  • Alexandra O.
    Alexandra OstrowJune 1, 2013
    Beware of top shelf alcohol not actually being top shelf & an "automatic" 18% gratuity when you pay with a credit card at the bar. With such a great roof space, I wish I had been more impressed.
  • AFAR Media
    AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014
    The vibe inside is a cozy chic, with gothic fixtures and several chandeliers hanging above. The giant floor to ceiling windows along two of the walls allow for great people watching. Read more
  • ℳ𝒶𝓎♍heart icon on user image
    ℳ𝒶𝓎♍September 18, 2018
    A place where you can go if you've had a rough week and want to have some drinks and dance. Yes, it's crowded but if you're in for a club-like feel in the lower part of the city, this is your place
  • Trevor M.
    Trevor M.May 11, 2013
    Unisex bathrooms on the rooftop, save yourself from an awkward moment by having the attendant point out an open stall for you.
  • Will A.
    Will ArnoneJune 30, 2013
    John is a terrific bartender. You can't go wrong with him serving you.
  • Amanda K.
    Amanda KellyFebruary 20, 2015
    Look at the virtual tour before you go or plan an event! Read more
  • Uche N.heart icon on user image
    Uche NwokomaJuly 4, 2015
    Be careful of the bar tenders here. Don't leave an open tab, they'll add extra charges to ur bill.
  • Amy P.
    Amy ParkFebruary 25, 2019
    Never have I ever encountered such rude, horrible, and RACIST staff at any place of business. DO NOT COME HERE. save your money and go literally ANYWHERE else.
  • Fabian M.heart icon on user image
    Fabian MartinAugust 20, 2022
    Love this spot but don’t show up before 1 AM and don’t let them make you pay some ridiculous 100$ cover it’s not worth that
  • Joshheart icon on user image
    JoshJuly 13, 2013
    Hold on to your bag/wallet/iPhone. They love to steal them here.
  • Gerson M.heart icon on user image
    Gerson MendonceFebruary 14, 2014
    Please do this place's neighbors a favor and don't show up. Thx !
  • Stephen C.heart icon on user image
    Stephen CastroFebruary 23, 2014
    They have shady and unprofessional bartenders that don't give itemized bills so they can tack on automatic 18% gratuity and bogus charges so you get to the ridiculous $40 credit card minimum.
  • Abhishek P.heart icon on user image
    Abhishek PillaiNovember 8, 2015
    Too crowded on the third floor! Second floor was fun
  • Kaitlyn P.
    Kaitlyn PezikMay 10, 2015
    They bleed your wallet dry. there's always a cover and if you are there for a happy hour, they con you into buying a bottle. not worth the money.
  • Jackie S.
    Jackie S.September 8, 2013
    They don't support those with small bladders because the bathroom attendant is on a power trip...
  • s v.
    s vDecember 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    $40 credit card minimum?! Dafuq...
  • jenny z.heart icon on user image
    jenny zJuly 21, 2013
    not amazing
  • Keith H.heart icon on user image
    Keith HarveyAugust 3, 2016
    Rooftop is the reason I love going to this spot. Also, great place to be in the summer time too to enjoy the beautiful scenes of the LES.
  • Ameet P.
    Ameet PadteMarch 17, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Come here if you like Indians.
  • Oliver S.heart icon on user image
    Filled with douchebags... Esp on Friday nights
  • Michæl S.
    Michæl StarkeyDecember 2, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The swimming pool on the rooftop is filled with vodka
  • Tej M.
    Tej MotiwalaMay 19, 2013
    40 dollar minimum for credit cards... Absurd
  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupJune 19, 2012
    Head straight to the third floor with its retractable roof for some delicious tapas on a warm summer night – get the PB&J, Truffle Pops and Lobster Crack.
  • Naomi G.
    Naomi GheorgheOctober 14, 2016
    Brief: The Bouncers took a REAL ID and then SOLD it. Do not go here
  • Merlee
    MerleeOctober 26, 2014
    If you like a place full of douche bags and the bitchiest girls ever, this is the place for you. Oh also the bathroom is full of fucking SWASTIKAS. Fuck this place.
  • Jenna F.heart icon on user image
    Jenna FrascelliMarch 15, 2016
    SO crowded
  • Christina X.heart icon on user image
    Christina XuMay 8, 2013
    $30 credit card minimum??!?
  • Trenton G.
    Trenton GaucherNovember 24, 2013
    Biggest piece of shit in the city.
  • Julie K.
    Julie KrystynaSeptember 17, 2023
    SEANAPAULSAY
  • Damian B.heart icon on user image
    Damian BayonaApril 16, 2016
    Dining on the first floor. Clubbing on the second. Rooftop bar on the third. Typical NYC club lines to get in.
  • Kevin L.
    Kevin LayneFebruary 28, 2013
    Door man is. A asshole don't come
  • New York Post
    New York PostJune 11, 2013
    If you can get on the list, stop by for biweekly brunch party Everyday People, a who’s who of the music, fashion and art worlds. It's $30 for brunch and 3 hours of unlimited mimosas. Read more
  • Karenheart icon on user image
    KarenJune 8, 2017
    Total flapper era style design and feel to this place. Love the upper floors with the terrace and open roof.
  • NYC Pride
    NYC PrideMay 31, 2017
    Teaze is NYC Pride’s official Saturday event exclusively for women. After over a decade of “rocking women’s worlds,” we are shaking things up with a whole new rooftop location and more. Read more
  • Ivana L.
    Ivana LiApril 16, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    If the bathroom lines on the 2nd/3rd floor are too line and you don't mind the trek, the basement bathrooms usually have no line!
  • NYC B.
    NYC BirthdayJuly 21, 2014
    Great spot, especially on a Friday in the summer. If you are hosting your birthday or just want to come on out, let us know at NYCBirthday.com or call 646-389-2550.
  • rich m.heart icon on user image
    rich masioDecember 10, 2015
    Santacon 2015 dump
  • Ashley V.heart icon on user image
    Ashley VelazquezAugust 31, 2013
    Diverse crowd. Great atmosphere. Ladies only in the water on the top floor!! (Attract a few guys and kick off those heels, lol. I'm telling you its worth it) :)
  • The Luvely Rae
    The Luvely RaeMarch 29, 2012
    Tapas good for sharing. Try the lamb moussaka (that's burning rosemary not weed, silly) or lobster crack-- a titillating adventure for the tongue. For veggies- get the shitake and kale. www.luvrae.com
  • Victoria N.
    This place is so big and so much fun especially in the summer when they open the rooftop. Good music it's really pretty :)
  • Annie L.
    Annie LowApril 11, 2013
    Go for dinner instead of drinks. Surprisingly amazing food and great service. Will definitely go back.
  • Joia R.
    Joia RoshogollahJuly 6, 2013
    Gets wayyyyy to crowded for comfort... My favorite spot is always the smokers rooftop section... Friendly ppl... A bit bridge and tunnel but usually a good crowd...
  • Angelique H.heart icon on user image
    Angelique HoutveenFebruary 26, 2016
    Went on a Saturday, had a blast! Great music, beautiful people. Cool view and lovely vibe.
  • Zack S.
    Zack SheppardOctober 17, 2013
    In spite of the club upstairs, the restaurant is actually really good. Come on week nights before 9, forget upstairs is even there!
  • Eric S.
    Eric SimpsonDecember 21, 2014
    $8 for a Bud Light. Um, what? No thanks.
  • Adam M.heart icon on user image
    Adam MNovember 9, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    I only go here for ticketed events put on by an outside agent. but it's good fun if you can brave the lines and the crowds inside on a typical night.
  • Fanny G.
    Fanny GSeptember 4, 2014
    This place is Hit or Miss, went on a Saturday night, our girls night out and did lots of dancing, the outdoor patio is great, drinks were $14 for one Jack and Coke. Kind of steep
  • Fabian .heart icon on user image
    Fabian 🚶August 23, 2015
    Had a great time. I recommend going. Table service was good.
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