Lobby Bar at Hotel Chelsea
6 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/FoodNYC, r/AskNYC7 comments cited below
What people say, in short
The Lobby Bar at Hotel Chelsea receives recommendations for a classic New York drink, with two commenters specifically mentioning martinis. One patron enjoys the quiet corners and soft lighting and reports that it rarely feels crowded on their visits. Cost is the main caveat: that visitor finds the menu expensive, and two others also describe it as a costly choice. Another patron considers it suitable for reading alone.
Address
Lobby Bar at The Hotel Chelsea, 226 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011
At a glance
- Price
- Premium
- Known for
- Martinis
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/ABQueerWriter in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2023
Suggests the hotel bar fits the classic NYC vibe, noting a house martini.
- Recommendsu/Dangerous-Regular-56 in r/FoodNYC · Oct 2024
Suggests finishing the evening with a seat at the Hotel Chelsea lobby bar.
- Recommendsu/JayMoots in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2023price
Suggests it as cheaper than Palm Court though still not cheap.
- Recommendsu/Famous-Highlight1439 in r/FoodNYC · Feb 2026taste
Ranks the Chelsea Hotel lobby bar top for martinis, calling it a personal favourite.
- Recommendsu/BettyBoopsLeftHeel in r/AskNYC · Jun 2025ambience
Loves the vibe and calm lighting; has quiet corners and is rarely crowded, though the menu is pricey.
- Caveatu/Deskydesk in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2023price
Warns that the hotel bar is very expensive.
- Recommendsu/SoothedSnakePlant in r/FoodNYC · Jun 2024ambience
Says reading there is possible, placing it among readable spots.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.