Bar Americano — Restaurant in New York

I came here with a plus one on a Saturday evening, no reservation, with the expectation that I wouldn't be able snag a seat. Right away the owner greeted us and made it his priority to make something work even though the restaurant was completely full (bar and seating). He took the time to introduce his wait staff, bartenders and tell us the backstory in creating Bar Americano. The entire staff was extremely friendly, approachable and it was clear that they genuinely care about this place and their patrons.

Overall, the vibes were great, the crowd was mature, the music was better and the interiors transport you to 1930's old America. The drinks and food speak for themselves - although on the smaller side.

Somehow, Bar Americano, even at less than a week old, has managed to generate massive talk in a town that is already over saturated with bars, simply because how unique it is. It's easy to see how this is going to be the go to spot to keep warm all winter.

Best of luck to B.A. - we...

A cocktail-forward spot, but the food keeps pace. Caught in that limbo between lunch and dinner I stopped in for a quick bite and drink. Positive vibes all around and a sense that everyone was exactly where they wanted to be.

They have an extensive drink menu with both alcoholic and nonalcoholic options. The mezcal gimlet was smoky yet slightly sweet with cucumber adding a fresh lift. The jasmine and cucumber fizz was light and floral. For food, I kept things on the lighter side with the hamachi crudo and caesar salad. The crudo impressed—it was surprisingly delicate and finished with a touch of smoked salt. The caesar was classic crisp romaine, just enough dressing to coat without drowning, with crunch scattered on top.

The place itself is versatile—date night, post-work drinks, catching up with an old friend, it fits the mood. Next time, I’ll arrive hungry with no dinner...

ANestled in the bosom of Brooklyn’s Greenpoint, a veritable oasis of panache known as Bar Americano beckons the bevy of city sophisticates. This once desolate quarter now thrums with the vibrant pulse of renewal, its phoenix wings unfurling to reveal a locale replete with West Village finesse. One saunters into Bar Americano, where the decor is a symphony of chic sophistication, an elegiac nod to the decadent haunts frequented by the avant-garde elite. The libations? A cornucopia of concoctions, each sip a poetic elixir, dancing upon the palate like a prima ballerina. Here, the bon vivants congregate, a tableau vivant of modern allure and vintage charm. Bar Americano, a beacon of haute culture in the heart of Brooklyn's new renaissance, invites not just a visit, but an experience—an ambrosial adventure where the spirits are as spirited as the patrons...