Please Don't Tell
New York
Gallery
Reservations highly recommended and can be made through their website. Walk-ins accepted based on availability, but expect wait times during peak hours (especially weekends). Solo guests may have better luck securing walk-in spots. Contact through phone booth or website to reserve.
Please Don't Tell (PDT) is one of Manhattan's most iconic speakeasy cocktail bars, hidden behind a vintage phone booth inside Crif Dogs hot dog shop in the East Village. Since opening, PDT has become legendary for its meticulously crafted cocktails, intimate atmosphere, and theatrical entrance experience. The bar features expertly balanced signature drinks created by knowledgeable bartenders who treat mixology as both art and science. Guests enjoy a low-lit, comfortable setting perfect for conversation, with seating at the bar or intimate tables. The venue combines classic speakeasy charm with modern cocktail innovation, offering a curated menu of creative drinks alongside quality bar snacks. PDT's unique entrance through a working phone booth adds to the mystique, making it a must-visit destination for cocktail enthusiasts and those seeking an authentic New York speakeasy experience. Reservations are highly recommended, especially during peak weekend hours, as this intimate space fills quickly with locals and visitors alike seeking exceptional drinks in a secretive, welcoming environment.
Intimate, low-lit speakeasy atmosphere with a secretive, comfortable vibe perfect for conversation. The space features dim lighting, cozy seating arrangements including bar seats and small tables, and a theatrical entrance through a vintage phone booth that sets the tone for the experience.
Atmosphere
Noise Level
Low to moderate - conversation-friendly without loud music or TVs
Lighting
Low-light, dim atmosphere
Music
background-music, ambient
Features
Overall Score
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Cocktail Quality
Service
Ambiance
Value
Accessibility
✗ Not confirmed accessible
Entrance through phone booth may present accessibility challenges
Food & Menu
✓ Food menu available
Expertly crafted cocktails with meticulous attention to balance and flavor. Bartenders provide personalized recommendations based on guest preferences. Citrus ginger spicy drink mentioned as standout option. Food menu includes quality bar snacks.
Overall Sentiment:
Guests Love
- •Exceptional cocktail quality and balance
- •Knowledgeable and friendly bartenders
- •Intimate, conversation-friendly atmosphere
- •Unique phone booth entrance experience
- •Personalized drink recommendations
- •Efficient service
Other Considerations
- •Some table sizes inconsistent and cramped
- •Can be difficult to get seats without reservations
- •Wait times during peak hours
- •Some seating near bathroom less desirable
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113 St Marks Pl
East Village
New York, 10009
US
Street parking and public transportation recommended in East Village
Reservations highly recommended and can be made through their website. Walk-ins accepted based on availability, but expect wait times during peak hours (especially weekends). Solo guests may have better luck securing walk-in spots. Contact through phone booth or website to reserve.
Food & Menu
✓ Food menu available
Expertly crafted cocktails with meticulous attention to balance and flavor. Bartenders provide personalized recommendations based on guest preferences. Citrus ginger spicy drink mentioned as standout option. Food menu includes quality bar snacks.
Overall Sentiment:
Guests Love
- •Exceptional cocktail quality and balance
- •Knowledgeable and friendly bartenders
- •Intimate, conversation-friendly atmosphere
- •Unique phone booth entrance experience
- •Personalized drink recommendations
- •Efficient service
Other Considerations
- •Some table sizes inconsistent and cramped
- •Can be difficult to get seats without reservations
- •Wait times during peak hours
- •Some seating near bathroom less desirable
Location
113 St Marks Pl, New York, undefined undefined, US
40.727137, -73.983741