The Up & Up

Tucked away in an historic Greenwich Village space, the Up & Up is a haven for lovers of craft cocktails, design, and hospitality

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    (212) 260-3000

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    upandupnyc.com

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  • Type

    Cocktail Bar

Address

116 Macdougal St (btwn W 3rd & Bleecker St) New York , NY 10012 United States

Credit Cards Yes
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating No
Music Yes
Parking Street
Restroom Yes
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 116


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DoubleDeuce

Just like all of the other cocktail bars in the City (quality & price) but this one has a cheerful & respectful hostess who helped me and my guest get good seating. Highly impressed. Up & Up, indeed.

Caroline Schulweis

Amazing option in the area if you're into the speakeasy/innovative cocktail scene. Sometimes there's nothing like a Manhattan though (very good here).

Noah Weiss

Boozy creative cocktails with a strong bourbon and scotch leaning menu. A welcome reprieve from the madness of Macdougal street. The Nampara Cove was an old fashioned riff with pisco and scotch mist.

Ray Lopes

Extensive cocktail menu , amazing speakeasy environment. Me and my wife together had 5 different drinks, lost track of each ones but were delighted by them all. We did have an amazing time!

Gothamist

It's both a welcome respite from the insanity of NYU land and also chilly weather and blustery winds. Their seasonal menu 's got belly warming cocktails like the Conflict Mint ($15). Read more

Mayank Mahajan

Excellent cocktails in a very cozy atomsphere. Really unique flavors and decently strong. It was surprisingly empty on a Friday night, and all the drinks were a flat $16. I'd definitely come back.

Karla A

Shaddock smoke cocktail - if you like strong smokiness in your drink. Taste of Chez Juan- refreshing with a hint of ginger . Screendoor slam- bourbon & honey , cant go wrong.Foster Ave-tastes like melon !

Lindsay Franzoni

Had a great Manhattan here and tried some of the other cocktails . Great service and really enjoyed not being in a crowded bar where I could talk to someone and enjoy the music playing.

Adrienne Reina

Jacob is the best server ever! He was so welcoming and recommended the perfect cocktails for me and my friends. Can't wait to come back!

Cheap Best Hidden

The Up and Up has these dope things called 'Halfies'. It's a half-sized cocktail . This is the move for when your friend with the weird stomach issues forces you to get a drink instead of dinner . Read more

Angela DeAngelis

The cocktails are beautiful & delicious…The service is fantastic (feel free to let your friendly bartender guide you)…And well , chicken liver mousse…Everything you wouldn't expect from the location!

Carleen

Come with friends and people watch - everyone else here is on a date. Order Zuzu's Petals and ask for it extra spicy (tequila or mezcal with ginger , lime , habanero pepper , rose water ).

André Araújo

Just like all of the other cocktail bars in the City (quality & price) but this one has a cheerful & respectful hostess who helped me and my guest get good seating. Highly impressed. Up & Up, indeed.

Jennifer Yip

The drinks are amazing. Ask the bartender if you're on the fence. The drink with habanero in it is probably my all-time favorite; it's got a great, smooth kick (whatever that means)

Sam Brown

The Screen Door Slam cocktail is pretty legit! Maker's Mark Bourbon , aperol , honey , vanilla bean , and absinthe . Sweet, delicious, and super easy to drink.

Margarita Krup

Good cocktail place in the Village . Our Manhattans were great. A little bit of a different vibe then other cocktail bars due to location.

John Duarte

Amazing gem tucked away with perfect cocktails for all. Enjoyed everything they made. And highly personable staff .

Paola Mckee

Stopped here for a drink before comedy cellar and it was such a great experience! Wonderful escape from the busy street.

Nate Beatty

If you are going to pay $$$ for a cocktail , it better be good. That's why you should go to Up & Up. Drinks are really damn good.

Colin Adams

The screen door slam is a great introductory bourbon drink with a good dose of sweetness, but still strong enough for an old-fashioned fan to enjoy.

Ronak Daya

Great new cocktail option in the west village . Super friendly staff and interesting menu. Also, you can get halvsies!

Andie Sleeman

I love this bar (probably my favorite in area). The cocktails are perfectly made. Bartenders are knowledgeable , friendly & happy to guide you to the best cocktail for your palate. Go here!!

Rose Steinberg

Fantastic spot for a classy , delicious, bespoke cocktail . I had my birthday drinks here and it was perfect!

Alberto Simon

A great new little speakeasy with a great environment, good bartenders and really interesting cocktails . Even has guest list cocktails from other bars .

Gary Toriello

The Scotch Teague Old Flaskoned - Great King St. Glasgow Blend Scotch , Angostura Bitters , and Demerara Sugar, served in a flask bottle

Adrian Phillips

Very big fan of the cocktails and wallpaper at this fine establishment. The drinks are solid and very healthy pours. Menu is very clear, either drinks are served up, on the rocks or tall.

Shah

This hidden gem is great if you're looking for something a little different (and often with a kick to it).

jbrotherlove

Great craft cocktails in a chill setting.

Wayofmouf

Great ambiance and cocktails . Staff is friendly and knows their booze. No beet infused vodka here tho

Alexandria Lang

Really cool speakeasy ! The cocktails are great. Sometimes a wait to get in though

Polina Weitz

Superb cocktails in a quiet , dimly-lit, classy speakeasy . Wait times on weekends can be over an hour, so prepare to wait.

AmateurConcierge

Nice chill speakeasy interior. All cocktails are $15.

Gianna Santelli

Perfect for a date or a friend catchup the music isn't too loud and the service is attentive but not pushy. Great cocktail names.

Andrea Good

Katie and Jimbo are great and the Never Spring is the best cocktail I have had in awhile! (And I drink everyday...)

Amanda Rella

Nice underground cocktail bar with great drinks. Ask for "Gap Theory" - it used to be on their menu and is great.

Kim Pham

Order the Peat's Dragon if you're a scotch lover. Say hello to Jacob!

Ryan Gallagher

Nice underground speakeasy . Good cocktails . If the place is crowded cocktails can take a while to be served.

Michael Moses

It's a good cocktail bar , especially for the area, but there is a sense of off-putting pretense that doesn't match MacDougal. Bar would be better positioned an avenue further west.

Grania VH

Great cocktails ! Probably good for dates but not great for large groups

Kate Furman

Tucked away downstairs in WV, great place for a cocktail , cozy atmosphere , good for dates .

julia t

Cute with giant ice cubes and clever drinks. Great for after dinner with friends or a date.

Corbin Blankenstein

Creative menu, friendly / attentive staff , and space to enjoy your company. Ask about the unicorn

Sara 🌈⚔🍾

Amazing cocktail menu and super cozy and romantic .

Honghui Yu

Interesting underground bar with an ironic name. Cocktail selections can be a hit or miss

Joy Szilagyi

Cocktails and dark intimate hidden atmosphere

Daniel Shaw

Amongst The Grottoes = spicy cocktail deliciousness.

Matt Opsahl

Waited maybe 40mins based on 20 mins from list at 11pm. Worth wait and delicious cocktails . Underground!

Parker Chambers

Super friendly staff . Great drinks. Sexy

Mike Singleton

Try the delicious old flaskioned and resist the urge to keep the glass.

Ryan Ambs

The seelbach cocktail was quite good. It's an oasis in the middle of a shitty block. Worth stopping in if you're in the area but wouldn't go out of your way.

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