Blue Bar

This is the small bar inside the Algonquin hotel. It's a beautiful space, with marble throughout. The actual bar is quite tiny - I would not recommend a large group visit at the same time. The drinks we had were quite good, but pricey. Definitely worth a stop if you're staying in the Algonquin as well.Food: 3/5

We had no reservations and three other places had closed for private events, so we were happy to find Blue Bar open and we were lucky to find a table without waiting -- it was filling up fast on an afternoon in early December the drinks were good and the atmosphere was great -- vibrant yet not loud! Too bad it wasn't quite blue I guess it only would turn blue later at night. Only had drinks, so, I'm not rating "food" -- is that correct

Spent a fair amount of time at this bar a few years ago with some friends. Asked for the most expensive tequila on the menu and had a great bruschetta. Atmosphere was super delicious and staff were also very delish. Thanks for the memories. This location, and NYC will always feel like a safe haven for me. Xo

Stopped before a show to enjoy a pair of perfectly crafted cocktails in this legendary bar were some of the early 20th century’s most respected writers and creatives used to gather. Classic experience and perfect service.Food: 5/5

Went to iconic Blue Bar at the Algonquin last Thurs. evening after seeing Some Like It Hot at the Shubert. The Bar was decorated for the holidays. We were able to get a table at 10:00, just as the kitchen closed. Had to wrangle some service as it was very busy. My wife loved her old fashioned. Historic setting to have cocktails with old friends.co.fortable seating.

Let’s first start with…this Blue Bar in the Algonquin Hotel is a shell of its former self as it’s no longer the dark, quaint bar of yesteryear. With that aside, it was the service at the bar which was shocking. I ordered a vodka martini with olives…first, they do not have proper martini glasses…they are served in small coupe style glasses ..,ok, not a deal breaker. What was truly shocking and petty is my drink was mixed and poured in front of me…when the bartender realized the olives wouldn’t fit in the glass, he emptied out a third of my drink into a separate glass. When I asked for the rest of my drink , he refused and said that’s how we pour it here. I have never seen that type of petty unprofessional service, especially when paying $22+ for a drink. Save yourself the headache and embarrassment and head elsewhere for good bar service.

Enjoyed the music and the singer on Tuesday night. Cocktails are good, but beware, they are $20 -$24. 18% added to bill automatically. No prices listed on the menu. We had a pushy waiter who hovered over us, constantly came over to check in us, and rushed us. I felt relief when he went on break, but when he came back he would stand right next to us. Very unnerving. Did enjoy the atmosphere but would not want same server.

Not a big fan of the new look. Painting beautiful wood with white paint takes away from the rich and cozy atmosphere. Lacks character. Parking: $90 per day

I was looking for a bar to get cocktails in the city and I found this bar which is in the Algonquin hotel. The bartenders are excellent and knowledgeable. There is a blue lightning in the whole area that creates a nice ambiance and they have many chairs and booths if you do not want to sit at the bar.

Not as memorable an atmosphere as before the renovation, but the food and service are fine.Food: 5/5