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8.8
tiki bar$$$

Paradise Lost

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Essential Information
Today17:00 - 02:00
Address
100 2nd Avenue, New York, 10003
Reservations
Walk-ins

Reservations recommended - one reviewer mentioned 'Do make reservations!'

Price Range
$$$
About

Paradise Lost is a captivating tiki-inspired cocktail bar in New York's East Village that transports guests to a dark, grunge-meets-tropical paradise. Located at 100 2nd Avenue, this unique speakeasy-style venue features an immersive atmosphere with illuminated tiki decor, skulls, and theatrical elements that create an unforgettable hellscape aesthetic. The bar specializes in creative, boozy tiki cocktails including signature drinks like Cobra's Fang, Tita's Mango Tree, and Tarman, with strength levels clearly marked on the menu. Guests can enjoy shareable Behemoth cocktails complete with fire shows for groups. The venue offers a full bar menu with innovative drinks featuring unexpected ingredients like fish sauce, alongside bar bites including dumplings and chicken tenders. With knowledgeable bartenders who craft personalized recommendations and an entrance experience that begins with a doorbell and mysterious hallway, Paradise Lost delivers exceptional service in a one-of-a-kind setting. Open daily from 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM, this East Village gem is perfect for adventurous cocktail enthusiasts seeking a memorable night out.

Ambiance & Features

Dark, grunge tiki vibe with illuminated tropical decor, skulls, and theatrical elements creating a sexy, immersive hellscape atmosphere. The venue features mysterious entrance with doorbell access, dramatic hallway, and various seating types. Even the bathroom offers interactive spooky experiences with special buttons.

Atmosphere

Dark
Theatrical
Tiki
Grunge
Sexy
Immersive
Mysterious
Tropical
Unique

Lighting

dark with illuminated decor elements

Features

speakeasy entrance with doorbell
theatrical entrance hallway
tiki decor
illuminated decorations
interactive bathroom experience
fire shows with shareable drinks
multiple seating types
full bar menu
creative cocktails
bar bites available
Our Ratings
8.8
/10

Overall Score

Our BCG weighted scoring system

Score Breakdown

Cocktail Quality

9.0

Service

9.2

Ambiance

9.5

Value

8.0

Accessibility

5.0

✗ Not confirmed accessible

Awards & Recognition
North America's 50 Best Bars (51-100)
North America's 50 Best Bars (51-100)(#95) 2025
Good to Know

Food & Menu

✓ Food menu available

bar bites
dumplings
chicken tenders

Creative tiki cocktails with strength indicators (skull system on menu), innovative ingredients including fish sauce in select drinks, large shareable Behemoth cocktails with fire shows, extensive drink menu with personalized bartender recommendations

Events & Classes

Fire show presentation with large shareable Behemoth cocktails

What People Say

Overall Sentiment:

overwhelmingly positive

Guests Love

  • Unique dark grunge tiki atmosphere
  • Excellent cocktails that are strong and flavorful
  • Knowledgeable and personable bartenders
  • Theatrical entrance and immersive experience
  • Interactive bathroom features
  • Fire show presentations with shareable drinks
  • Creative drink menu with strength indicators

Other Considerations

Location

100 2nd Avenue, New York, undefined undefined, US

Directions

40.724100, -73.978200

Cocktail Menu

Signature Cocktails

House Specialties

Cobra's Fang

Delicious and strong tiki cocktail that goes down easily

Tita's Mango Tree

Tiki cocktail with noticeable alcohol taste, boozy and delicious

Tarman

Delicious boozy cocktail, highly recommended by patrons

Behemoths

Large shareable drinks with fire show presentation, designed for groups

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