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The Wayland

Cocktail Bar$$$$

Alphabet City, New York

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The Wayland

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Ranked #8 for cocktail bars in New York
The experts at Eater and The Wall Street Journal recommend this place
"Don't miss the Jalisco Fizz and Garden Variety Margarita!"(21 Tips)
"Mmm the garden marg and the banjo is a must."(25 Tips)
"The kale margarita was awesome!"(8 Tips)
"Monday – Friday from 17:00 – 19:00 is the 1$ Oyster Happy Hour"(9 Tips)

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Kendra BorowskiSeptember 8, 2016
Awesome bartenders and great cocktails. Only bummer is how crowded and loud it can get.
StephanieMay 28, 2013
Great service and space. Try the Tecate with the works! It was so delicious. I would definitely go again, in fact I will. The food and drinks=superb.
Cesar RazuriMay 22, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Two words: Pernil Romero. So good I couldn't take a picture soon enough. Trust me.
Ani ZNovember 10, 2013
Mmm the garden marg and the banjo is a must. If you're feeling daring, get a Ducati :) or ask the bartender to make a few old fashioneds. Mm mm goodness!
Michael SheehanJune 19, 2015
Ask for James! Bartender from Michigan who has been in NYC for a while. He will hook it up. Oh and the place closes at 4:00 AM. Great Moscow Mules.
JeffreyDecember 16, 2013
A totally relaxed atmosphere and a set of delicious eats contribute to the enjoyment of some excellent cocktails here. They take their preparation very seriously...
Nick RudemillerJuly 1, 2012
I usually don't leave tips places but the bartenders/owners are so nice and the cocktails are spectacular. Have them recommend you a drink with your favorite spirit!
misskittyinnycApril 24, 2014
Pete is a damn fine bartender. Very knowledgeable about his drinks, his oysters and the nightly music. I think I found my new favorite LES haunt.
EvanJanuary 30, 2013
Super crowded on the weekends; go Monday through Wednesday for best results. The bartenders make damn fine classic cocktails, but go for the kale margarita if you're feeling fancy.
Trae FJanuary 8, 2017
Try the Beast Toast on the brunch menu. The cocktails are spicy and delicious!
AditiOctober 20, 2016
Open till 4 am everyday. Live music turns to top hits in wee hours of night. Plus the best cocktails. Wayland is a winner.
CBS New YorkJune 12, 2015
They're serving a special "San Fran Spout" cocktail, with Fernet, homemade cola, and fresh lime during NYC Cocktail Week (July 13th through the 17th). Read more
Justin RichardDecember 29, 2013
Been here 10+ times
This place is awesome! The atmosphere is inviting, the staff is friendly, and the drinks are great! I highly recommend stopping by!
Jag FirerwalkerOctober 4, 2015
$1 oysters, what else can you ask for? If you don’t want to reveal yourself to your date straight awake or shadows are your friends, this is your place
Pratheeksha KSMarch 20, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Crowded on weekends but I'd recommend sticking around for some fun cocktails. If you like pisco try "guavas in love"
David TaylorMarch 30, 2013
Been here 5+ times
I Hear Banjos is amazing: an apple-y, spicy, old fashioned, served smoky.
ᴡ ElliotJune 10, 2015
The earl gray drink, and the elderflower drink. The cauliflower sandwich. Best to go on weeknights, always a line Thu-Sat
MicheleJanuary 10, 2017
Happy hour M-F from 4 to 7pm with cocktails for $7 and dollar oysters.
DoubleDeuceJune 28, 2015
Creative cocktails all over the place here. Great energy, always busy, often a line. Come early if you want a seat.
Nikki 🌺April 13, 2015
Amazing oysters -- both raw and fried. So good. Go for happy hour though for the reasonable prices.
julie allenOctober 29, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Always packed but I guess for a reason. Buratta is great as is the cauliflower. Get the mezcal cocktail.
Kev SkinnyOctober 1, 2015
Oysties and the bourbon drink with the smoke. Love the flavor and concept. Special spot for cocktails.
Irena PierovaFebruary 12, 2018
Lower East Cider - perfect winter drink! Also in love with Smoked&Roasted ^~^
Rachel McCormickApril 19, 2013
Super cool atmosphere and decor. Amazing and unique food. The cocktails are pricey but also one of a kind. Love this place!
Lucia LNovember 10, 2013
I just had a margarita with kale juice, moonshine with smoked cinnamon bark, and tecate with Bloody Mary mix. This place is a must!!
Talia FisherJune 6, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The linden corner is delicious. Pink peppercorn! I've had the garden variety margarita in the past as well and it was pretty good but a bit intense.
BarrianneOctober 9, 2013
Most excellent BLT - pork belly smoked in bourbon or some such. And props to server Rayna! Just what I needed to end a complicated day.
Stan BashmashnikovJune 28, 2014
Try the Garden Variety Margarita or Apple Pie Moonshine. Admire the exposed brick while sipping and smiling at your date.
Amy RDecember 22, 2017
Oh the cocktails! Almost as much fun to watch them make them as it is to drink them!
Naomi HymanApril 20, 2012
Best. We had every drink btwn the 3 of us; all amazing, ESP garden Marg. food also **: sausage bread and cheese on bread honey dessert
jessica m. hintermeisterJuly 23, 2012
Garden Variety Margarita: blue agave blanco tequila, ginger & kale juice, lime juice, agave nectar, smoked sea salt.
Patrick HayesJune 19, 2015
Come here weekdays for lunch and get some pretty delicious sandwiches
Annie AlfstadMarch 2, 2015
Been here 5+ times
One of the best drink spots in Manhattan all day, not fussy, order the moonshine. It's a must.
Dan MoneyJune 19, 2019
Milk & Honey toast was great. As was the Smoked & Roasted mezcal cocktail.
Micke HåkanssonJuly 27, 2016
Really nice setting and good cocktails. Also live music depending on day of the week
hope chuMarch 2, 2014
Great cocktails. Love the hot nuts, burrata, and brussels. Sadly the service is negligible at best and at worst, the server will mix up your cards, charge you incorrectly, and won't be sorry at all.
Kelsey✨June 11, 2017
Beautiful bar, perfect for post-work drinks and snackies. The pulled chicken sandwich is a winner
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsSeptember 29, 2013
The $ 1 oyster is a happy hour special they do - And with that oyster special, drinks special follow! Read more
Bettie PerryMarch 5, 2024
Excellent food. Menu is extensive and seasonal to a particularly high standard. Definitely fine dining.
MeganJanuary 11, 2015
Really great, mellow vibe. The fireplace sets the mood along with the smokey drink that smells like I'm in the mountains.
Candice DSouzaNovember 30, 2016
Don't go on weekends, unless you love crowds. Weekday nights is truly the best time. Love the bouncer.
Amy EngJuly 12, 2022
All cocktails, oysters and apps are good
Vinaya VishwanathJune 9, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Ask the bartender for the spicy cilantro cocktail. It is not on the menu but it is spectacular!
Yussell EugenioSeptember 15, 2013
Very Cozy! Great Drinks! And the kitchen open until closing! The pernil was Great!
Lisa ParavanoApril 15, 2016
Love everything about this place. One of my fave bars in alphabet city
Marie PorrasAugust 6, 2016
Great cocktails. Really nice bar: cosy and light. Very friendly staff.
Zeb DropkinJanuary 5, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Drink specials and dollar oysters during happy hour, which goes from Monday through Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Allison IrvinMarch 4, 2012
The drinks are very good and the bartenders are incredibly friendly. Get here before 9 pm on weekends because it gets crowded.
TammyMay 26, 2012
Radicchio salad...grossest thing I've ever eaten. Nice staff though and cool vibe. Will come back and try something different and hope it's edible.
Daniela AsaroDecember 10, 2013
Go on an off night, and earlier. Get the "I hear Banjos!" but maybe don't drink 4-5 of them because...hi blackout!

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