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Party Earth Review: Hip patrons in need of a haircut and a drink should head to The Blind Barber, an old-school barbershop that transforms into an exclusive speakeasy by night. Although clients who opt for an afternoon straight-razor shave at the tiny whitewashed shop will be treated to a complimentary drink, the real scene happens once the barber puts down his scissors for the night and the shop becomes the entrance to a sultry 1920s-inspired drinking lair. Shaped like a top hat, the venue consists of two small nooks on either side of a dark wood bar, where affluent hipsters and young professionals gather in the amber glow for specialty cocktails and conversation. Sepia walls, vintage photos, and candlelight create a warm atmosphere for the creative types lounging on velvet settees and leather banquettes, while a cozy back nook known as Grandpa’s Den offers a bit of privacy for new acquaintances. Mellow and relaxing in the early evenings, the vibe gets progressively rowdy later on when popular local DJs spin everything from doo-wop to indie tunes. The door can be too picky and the crowd too self-consciously hip, but Blind Barber is still a hotspot for trendy singles looking to mingle with their own. ... read full review |
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339 East 10th Street |
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L: 1st Avenue-14th Street |
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212-228-2123 |
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Bar: M–Sa 6pm–4am |
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Night Spot |
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“Stop into the barber shop when you get a chance – not only will you get a cool cut, but also a free drink, like the aptly named ‘Sweeney Todd.’”
East Village, New York – Hip patrons in need of a haircut and a drink should head to The Blind Barber, an old-school barbershop that transforms into an exclusive speakeasy by night.
Although clients who opt for an afternoon straight-razor shave at the tiny whitewashed shop will be treated to a complimentary drink, the real scene happens once the barber puts down his scissors for the night and the shop becomes the entrance to a sultry 1920s-inspired drinking lair.
Shaped like a top hat, the venue consists of two small nooks on either side of a dark wood bar, where affluent hipsters and young professionals gather in the amber glow for specialty... read more →
A wide mix of hipsters, NYU students, young professionals, musicians, actors, creative types, and trendy trust-funders, 25+.
Omri DJs East Side Social Club doo-wop party on Tuesdays from 9pm, various veteran DJs on Wednesdays, Manhattan native James Cruickshank and several popular DJs on Thursdays, DJ Shady Shane on Fridays, DJ Arq on Saturdays. Otherwise, Pandora streams.
Limited pizza menu from neighboring restaurant Gnocco available until 11pm.
Pizza $14–$20. Beer $6+, wine $6+, cocktails $12, bottle service $125–$600, table reservation $500. Haircuts $40, shaves $30.
Casual chic: vintage t-shirts or button-downs and skinny ties for men, trendy blouses and vintage dresses for women. No flip-flops or popped collars.
Tuesdays for the likeliest chance of getting in, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays for a consistently packed scene.
Beauty Bar (231 East 14th Street) is a good place to get a manicure and a martini after having a haircut and a cocktail at Blind Barber.
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