Employees Only
6.7Locals Score / 10#12 of 20 Bars & Nightlife in New York City
Known forcocktail barlate nightWest Village staple
A West Village institution since 2004, Employees Only blends a lively Art Deco atmosphere with genuinely excellent cocktails and a late-night kitchen. The Provençal and Ginger Smash are crowd favorites, and the food — especially the bone marrow — holds its own. It gets very loud and crowded after 10pm, so come early if you want to actually talk.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | (212) 242-3021 |
| Website | employeesonlynyc.com |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
6.7/10- Value7.0
- Iconic7.0
- Excellence8.5
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity8.0
- Accessibility8.0
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