As Is NYC — Restaurant in New York

I went there on a Friday 4pm. The bar was full and a couple tables had people, but nothing crazy. But somehow the service was beyond terrible. The bartender (male with a very thick beard) did not speak to me once. When he finally comes over to take my order, he just looks at me and then I say the drink. He gives the drink to me and walks away. He was talking to and engaging with everyone else at the bar - they were all men. I believe a couple women were at the opposite end of the bar but I couldn’t see or hear anything to know their interaction. He keeps coming to the men on either side of me asking if they’re good, meanwhile my glass is pretty much empty that it would be time to check in if I want another drink…silence. I kept trying to get my check, still nothing. Luckily a woman started her shift and she helped me close out. I don’t come here too often, but often enough that I know the vibe. And I have never had any experience like this before. Given this (lack of) interaction, I am okay crossing this off my neighborhood bar list...

A nice space, quiet on a Monday evening, really superb craft selection with excellent mixture of styles in 20+ taps. No casks. A few hard to find breweries on the list - kudos to the beer curator.

The bartender was not so well versed in beer culture , but that's not so bad maybe she'll learn with time. Food was ok, the lobster roll was delicious but extremely small, not a meal, the wings were not crispy and "hot" was not.

Overall I came here for some beer and conversation, and there are diminishingly fewer bars where you can actually hear the people you're with. There is music playing, it's clearly targeted to my age group, and it's not too loud that it forces everyone to talk louder. I really appreciate this aspect and coupled with the good beer this may be my new favorite spot. Not sure all this would be true on a Friday or Saturday (well the beer would...

Living in midtown west id have to say I'm a little spoiled with the selection of craft beer bars, but none of them stand out like As Is. Unlike most craft beer bars, or yet alone bars in general, this bar is able to pull off a classy date spot with its wood finishes, lettering beer board menu, and perfect assortment of food. However don't let that fool you. If you're wanting to have a beer with friends or coworkers this is also your spot! The music throughout my last visit was on point and the staff absolutely incredible! Whether you're just starting your journey through the beer world or a beer aficionado, they give you insight and suggestions that's better than all others I've been to in the city. If you're looking for a new fun date spot or a place to grab drinks, As...