Barracuda

Critics' Pick

275 W. 22nd St., New York, NY 10011
nr. Eighth Ave. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-645-8613 Send to Phone

Reader Rating:
7.0 out of 10

3 Reviews | Write a Review
Scene: Billiards, Cabaret, DJ, Gay Bar, Lounge

Photo by Shanna Ravindra

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Hours

Daily, 4pm-4am

Happy Hour

Mon-Fri, 4pm-9pm; two-for-one drinks

Nearby Subway Stops

C, E at 23rd St.; 1 at 23rd St.

Payment Methods

Cash Only

Profile

If you're looking for the buff 'n cruisey scene, go west, young man. But if you're just out for some good, clean, alcohol-tinged fun, stop here. Barracuda draws a mellow neighborhood mix—sometimes with their straight gal pals. Head to the back lounge and wait for drinks to be chauffeured in by pretty young cocktail waiters (here's where the muscle comes in)—and low-hanging lights make for a good Dance Fever vibe. Don't be afraid to sing along to everything from the Smiths to Madonna's latest single. — Heather Marie Graham

Daily, 10 p.m.—4 a.m.

Cabaret
Sun.—Thu., 11 p.m.

Reader Ratings

7.0

"Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
on a Scale of 10

good place for socializing

bl47 from 11207 | Posted on 9/24/08

Overall Reader Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)

Barracuda's a great place to meet & talk without loud music. No hassles from anyone, people are pretty free about sharing space. Better than The Townhouse, which looks like a Tony funeral parlor. Here the people are alive and friendly. And...Read More

Fun bar

crorok3 from 90220 | Posted on 4/26/08

Overall Reader Rating: 6 (Mixed Reviews)

However, do not go in the bathroom with a friend, you will get booted! However good bar with a great crowd. But again, careful of going in the bathroom!

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