Amor y Amargo
Cocktail Bar$$$$
East Village, New York
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"Love the sharpie mustache."(7 Tips)
"so come early and get the 8 Amaro Sazerac"(8 Tips)
"My old piano is great!"(4 Tips)
"The Manhattan and Old Fashion are @&$?ing amazing."(9 Tips)
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This place is not for the faint of heart with a menu of spirit forward cocktails with few other ingredients besides bitters. Favs: French four play and 8 amaro sazerac (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Serious EatsMarch 12, 2013Awesome, easygoing bar devoted to bitters and amari. For cocktail nerds who know how to have fun.
BaileyJanuary 17, 2015If you're a clear liquor type, this ain't your place. But if you give in to the dark side you will be rewarded. So do it, give in...
My fav bar in the city. They serve the best old fashioned hands down. Amen. I rest my case.
East Village bar specializing in bitters drinks. Go off menu and ask for "The Redemption" if you want an awesome Jaegermeister drink.
Nick O'NeillDecember 9, 2012Don't worry if you don't know what drinks include bitters, the guys here can recommend one of their many drinks based on what else you like.
Jordan KongMarch 7, 2013Love that the drinks menu credits each drink's original mixologist. Strike up a conversation with the bartender to get suggestions.
Cameron GidariFebruary 28, 2017Really love this spot. They make their own bitters, makes for really interesting drinks.
Paul T.May 17, 2016Sazerac is exceptional. You really have to like bitters to enjoy their cocktails.
CompassJuly 24, 2013The bar only has a handful of seats, and they're always packed with cocktail connoisseurs sampling the creations of the top-notch bartending staff.
Rob RebelAugust 9, 2015Great booze-forward cocktails. If that's not your thing, let them suggest something for you.
Lauren MacAugust 30, 2015When asked, I told the waitress my drink wasn't my style, & she immediately asked what I liked & returned with an off-the-menu concoction (waterproof watch). Intimate, no seats, but A+ service.
Pucker up, this place is all about the bitters. Highly recommend the Bittermen's Gin & Tonic and Eight Amaro Sazerac.
ToshieJune 6, 2013Cozy cocktail bar with great drinks. If you can't decide, ask the bartender for a personalized drink.
Jaron VeselyAugust 10, 2014Dealer's Choice. If you're going to pay $16 for a cocktail, trust your bartender. It's worth it.
Jeremiah BaumannMarch 18, 2018The cocktails are fantastic. For date purposes, it’s worth knowing it’s tiny and standing-room only
Juan Manuel BerrosJanuary 10, 2018Talk to the bartender, let him know what you like, and he will fix something for you.
Some of the most unique cocktails in NYC. Bitters driven. Ask for a Campfire Old Fashioned.
Monday LisaSeptember 10, 2014"Is this a center for ants?"... But in all seriousness, they have some of the best cocktails in the area.
Nicole SaundersOctober 18, 2014The Orange Girl would be a great wintertime drink. Sweet, warm, and a little spicy.
Megan JohnsonOctober 20, 2013Really great cocktail bar! We purchased the Woodford Reserve bitters for Manhattans at home.- Caterina PMay 20, 2013This bar has the latest selection of bitters I have ever seen. Tell the bartender what you like to drink and he'll make you something.
Margot MazurOctober 29, 2013Amazing. Vermouth on tap. Get the bartenders choice or the citrus flight.
BaturalpMay 29, 2016This place is great at stirred cocktails. It's pretty small and old school. Worth a visit.
Give Double Buzz a go, Saturdays and Sundays, noon to four. Also, *everything* is good.
ZoeAugust 2, 2018Sharpie mustache comes in a tiny flask & zipper skin is the smart order for fans of amaro
Danny SauterFebruary 27, 2012A great spot that doesn't get enough attention. Alpine Afternoon is where it's at! ps- super small spot, plan ahead.
eric mortensenJanuary 26, 2012A very different kind of bar. Show up with an open mind and a flexible palate. And get ready for BITTER.
aSiandeLiteMarch 17, 2012Lovely bar with tasty drinks.. The collins was my favorite, but everything I tasted was good
Maxwell ZAugust 26, 2012Try a negroni with their housemade vermouth or, if you're feeling adventurous, go for a white negroni.
Robert StevensonApril 24, 2013Chris is great, tell him your favorite spirits and he will surprise you with a wonderful inspiration
SaleemMarch 7, 2015Good, strong concoctions. Varying amount of bitter depending on your taste preferences
The LiquortarianMay 21, 2012Ask for an Airliner, another signature elixir from master mixologist Sother Teague, and tell him we said "hello"!
David DApril 8, 2012Hands down, best Negroni in the city. And, somehow, the scotched egg perfectly complements it.
Amy RobertsonFebruary 3, 2015Usually I find bitters are overdone, but here there are delectably balanced
Nice at quieter times (mid-week and earlier in the evening).
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Open until 1:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Sat
- 3:00 PM–3:00 AM
- Sun
- 3:00 PM–1:00 AM
(212) 614-6818
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
Music
Yes
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
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