The Library at The Public

Such good drinks. Dandy Riot . Honey Pot. Need to eat here properly. Would skip the apps - truffle fries are decent. The brandies cherries are delicious just by themselves.

Cozy speakeasy , good to chill with friend with a good cocktail . This drink is Dr. who, bourbon with egg white .

The pickle plate had a surrise in every bite. Each vegetable was pickled in a different brine. It included egg , cauliflower , carrots , beats and many other fresh pickled vegetables .

It is hidden away, upstairs + dimly lit!!! Sticking to the name, it's generally quiet and peaceful ... food is spectacular and cocktails were amazing, bartender helped curate non-menu drinks!!

Book ahead as every table and the bar was full on a show night. Brussel sprouts side,mussels appetizer and roasted beet with goats cheese salad were all good

Ingredients: Brisket blend patty, bacon , caramelized onions , cheddarTo know: This burger was named after Joe Papp, the founder of The Public Theater . Read more

Get the farmers cheese and sesame crackers and French fries for bar snacks . The Shrubs are super drinkable but I also really like the drink with the egg white .

My first thought was “uh-oh, looks pricy & pretentious .” It was actually very welcoming, good and not too expensive . Our host was bland, but beautiful & efficient. Good booze!

Solid menu of American classics and excellent cocktails ; a great bet for a pre- or post-show meal.

Went here during Restaurant Week. Great food. Terrific wine list . Super friendly & knowledgeable staff . Definitely going back!

Great spot to take a date. Good drinks and upscale bar food. Shrimp tacos are the bomb. Pulled pork sandwich and fries are also great.

This place is really cool with great vibes and food was delicious!

When you enter the lobby of The Public Theater , hang a left and go up the stairs. At the end of the staircase you'll find this hidden Andrew Carmellini restaurant .

The ambiance is amazing. Get the burger ! Steak menu on Mondays and live jazz music ! Service was also incredible.

Beautiful huge space on the second floor of the Public Theatre with well done cocktails .

Skip the burger , go for the more special dishes like the cauliflower casoulet or the potato & pumpkin pierogis . That's where they really shine.

Great place for cocktails . Food was great, and the design of dining in a library is even better.

Nice vibe and excellent cocktails . The endless summer was delicious

A lovely little spot, above Joe's pub . There's always something interesting on the menu.

Nice cocktails--enjoyed the Dandy Riot . Prices on par with other upscale cocktail bars in the neighborhood .

Great hideaway spot for a bite or a drink

The veal bolognese rigatoni was great!

Cozy vibe. Friendly waitress . Pretty good burger and fries .

lovely place to converse with a friend. comfortable . rigatoni and hot toddy 's were solid, but not spectacular.

Go for the atmosphere and innovative cocktails only. Lobster rolls and hanger steak was overpriced for the mediocrity. I don't recommend food except for the french fries , which were worth every penny!

The fried olives are addictive. But don’t sleep on the salads

Hidden gem ! Delicious burger . Great cocktails

Take a date. Great food, great service, great ambiance.

Awesome cocktails and French fries , plus it rarely gets crowded .

Joe's Burger : a blend of brisket and chuck, topped with bacon , cheddar , and caramelized onions .

Awesome new place in The Public Theater .

Ask for the specialty... it changes seasonly

Fantastic place. Funny waitress Lethally nice drinks.

Burger was great, so was the service

I only got drinks. Based on the reviews I was expecting tasty, multi dimensional cocktails but instead I found pretentious drinks with very few understandable ingredients.

beautiful place to get a drink, elegant decoration

The Capitulation is like a floral gin martini .

Best beet salad ever!

Restaurant week awesomeness.

Burger and fries were not $28 good.

Cocktails are worth the price

Awesome bar and great burger !

Great eggplant burger !

Awesome for pre-show.

Is it me or is this place a bit of a hidden treasure ? John Leguizamo seems to think so!

Wonderful comfort food menu...

New year price fixed meal- same price as a two star Michelin and not as good as a one star. Totally overrated. Regretting my nye meal here

Comfiest bar stools in the game!

Nice but expensive !

Makes ya say yum