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Casual spot, serving cocktails (classic takes and innovative twists) alongside beers and wine.
From Google Maps reviews.
Founded by hospitality veterans Iain Griffiths and Oliver Cleary, who set out to create a modern version of a classic neighborhood bar. Bar Snack in New York City has a fun atmosphere, solid cocktails, with a lively neighborhood vibe that makes it an enjoyable place to spend an evening. The service was friendly and the cocktail program lived up to expectations. Mama Tried frozen cocktail was phenomenal & fun and the Pink Pony Negroni doesn’t sound like it would work on paper especially with the
A great little bar, perfect for date night or hanging out with some friends. The food menu looks interesting and fun with a good variety of different things. The cocktails are delicious, with the split ends being my favorite but the tree top maid delicious also. It’s creative, it’s fun. Edited March 2026 - added photos of a cocktail, back seating, and the spice bag. The spice bag was great, though it could use a little more sauce. Edited May 2026 - added some photos of the Guinness and melonad
I stumbled into Bar Snack on a weekday afternoon with no reservation, just 3 friends and no agenda. What we found was a casual bar that punches above its weight: elevated cocktails in an approachable East Village setting that’s equal parts neighborhood hangout and destination spot. Bar Snack has already earned serious accolades, from landing spots on lists of the city’s best bars to being celebrated as one of New York’s top drinking destinations. The interior leans into a retro, wood-lined wa
From the Dec 11, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Flies were present in the space.
Cooked food wasn't cooled down fast enough to be safe.
Plumbing issues: poor drainage, backflow risk, or wastewater handled improperly.
Ventilation can't keep up with the grease, steam, or smoke.
Gaps, cracks, or clutter make it easy for pests to get in and nest.