Arts and Crafts Beer Parlor — Restaurant in New York

“A Nacho-tastrophe in the Best Way Possible”

If you’re like me and have a deep emotional relationship with nachos, then you’ll understand the skepticism that filled my soul when I heard the words “vegan chicken nachos.” But folks, I’m here to tell you: those nachos are straight-up wizardry.

First off, the vegan chicken? It had me questioning my life decisions, like, have I been eating real chicken all these years or just a vague concept of it? This stuff was next-level. Seasoned with what I can only assume is unicorn dust, and layered over a mountain of crunchy tortilla chips like a golden retriever’s love — endless and comforting.

Then there was the toppings. They didn’t just slap on some sad, watery salsa and call it a day. Oh no. We’re talking avocado/Guac (for a bit extra) on top that tasted like it was picked by angels, jalapeño flavors that hit harder than my therapist’s advice and vegan cheese that actually melted like real cheese — something I was starting to think was a myth.

And now… the craft beer. This place takes their beer more seriously than I take my Netflix recommendations. They had a selection that would make even the snobbiest of beer enthusiasts weep into their artisanal hops. I paired my nachos with a hazy IPA “Fidens Vegan IIPA” #8 on the draft list, that was so fresh I’m convinced it still had dreams of becoming a cloud. The flavor was a perfect blend of citrus.

So, in conclusion: If you’re looking for a meal that’ll make you question reality, taste buds, and whether or not you can be best friends with nachos, look no further. I’ve found my happy place, and it’s covered in vegan chicken...

FOOD POISONING (!)

Went here with friends and ordered food (shawarma tacos and cheeseburger) and drinks. The food itself was delicious, so much so that I finished my husband’s burger when he said it didn’t sit right with him. But within 20 minutes, both of us were violently ill. My friends convinced me to alert the manager before we ran out home, not just for us but for the next unsuspecting diners. I began by making it very clear that we were not seeking compensation; just wanting to flag the important issue before we headed out.

Here’s where things went from bad to appalling: The manager proceeded to gaslight me, giving me a bizarre, longer-than-necessary lecture about how “food poisoning takes at least six hours to manifest” (wrong), insinuating I didn’t understand vegan food (I eat Impossible burgers constantly) and was somehow lying because only REAL MEAT can make you sick (also not true, when it was likely bad lettuce or something), and dismissing my concerns entirely. No apology, no acknowledgment, not even a hint of concern that their food had just made TWO people sick. I just left disappointed and very ill.

Bottom line: If you want to roll the dice with your health and be condescended to on top of it, this is your spot. Otherwise, steer clear. I will be submitting a formal report in the morning, since they clearly aren’t interested in taking responsibility or basic precautions. All it would have taken was a “sorry.” And to be clear: the food and the drinks were very good, and service was fast and good up to the manager…. so you may have better...

Pretzel with beer cheese is litttttt

Beer selection is great, I usually come for lunch and prefer to have cider rather than beer with food, and I’m pretty sure they’ve always had two ciders to choose from. Sometimes the menu isn’t entirely up to date but the bartenders have always had excellent alternative suggestions.

Make a reservation if you want to come after 6pm! It gets CROWDED in the evenings. Lunch/early afternoon is always chill though.

They switch up the art a lot, which is cool.

Bartenders are nice. Bathrooms are clean.

They have a few vegetarian food options and at least one vegan option. I...