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Orchid Lounge

500 E. 11th St., New York, NY 10009
nr. Ave. A  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-254-4090 Send to Phone

Happy Hour

Mon-Tue, 7pm-8pm; $3 beers and $5 cocktails and wine
Wed-Sat, 5pm-8pm; $3 beers and $5 cocktails and wine
Sun, 6pm-8pm; $3 beers and $5 cocktails and wine
Mon-Wed, 1am-3am; $3 beers and $5 cocktails and wine

Nearby Subway Stops

L at First Ave.

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

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The Asian-themed Orchid Lounge is an oasis of chic relaxation that attracts a down-to-earth crowd. It's the ideal place to unwind, with carefully chosen décor—red satin pillows, Japanese lanterns, vases of cherry blossoms—and friendly bartenders who sample the cocktails they mix to ensure perfection. The bar is lined with glass jars of vodka infusions in flavors like pumpkin, vanilla, and ginger. If you're lucky you'll witness the striking of the gong, signifying free shots. If not, the drinks are worth the money, anyway. Try a China White Lily, a sweet mix of cinnamon-infused vodka, Baileys, and coconut rum. The Sajito, a sake mojito, is refreshingly minty, while the Lychee Martini has a subtle, sweet flavor. There is also an assortment of sake, red and white wine, and bottled Asian beer. As for entertainment, the bar's big screen and three TVs air occasional movies and Monday night games; while the rest of the week, a DJ, sequestered inconspicuously in a corner, spins low-key songs by the likes of Stevie Wonder and Jimmy Hendrix.

DJ

Tuesday through Sunday starting at 10 p.m.

Ladies Night
Thursday nights Ladies pay happy hour prices all night long.


10.0 "Highly Recommended"
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What a wonderful place !!!!!!!

DenVecSr from Lower East Side | Posted on 8/17/05

Overall Reader Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)

I can't beleive this chic lounge is in my neighborhood. This place is for anyone who wants to do anything with anyone else. Thank you whoever the owner is. What a great job.

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