The Gray Mare — Restaurant in New York

Amazing bar with fantastic food and staff! My friends wanted to start off and welcome my birthday by doing Happy Hour+ Birthday Eve dinner and drinks and this was our first stop for the night.

I booked through Resy and I spoke to Nelson on the phone who made sure we would get a really nice table and will also ensure that my pregnant friend will have mocktails the day of. Nelson and the team really delivered! Upon getting there they showed me this cozy private table near the bar but also gave me the option to check another area, how nice of them honestly! The private spot had dimmable lighting too, loved that. Awesome Happy Hour drink selections and prices were up to $8 for wine, one of the better deals here in NYC. The food was something else as well. The sliders were a big hit, the Buffalo wings and chicken tenders were really good and my friends loved the nachos as well. I think we stayed on later than we planned because we honestly loved it there and wouldn't have moved if we didn't have other set plans.

Overall, would absolutely love to come back! Thanks so much Nelson and Team for the amazing service and experience there. We hope to see you guys again soon! Thanks for making it a fantastic birthday eve...

Exceptionally disappointing. We were recommended this bar from friends as a happy hour specialty! Supposed great staff and beers with a great price. To start with the ambience and decor was fantastic, but unfortunately our experience went downhill from here. Being British with American family I am well aware of the American tipping society, especially in New York. However, I do not ever expect to have a tip demanded from me. Before even sitting down, the bar tender shouted at me “just so you are aware tipping isn’t optional”. We planned on staying for a few drinks and tipping the usual service when we left. However after this rude and obnoxious comment we had no intent of sticking around. Don’t waste your time here, there are many better bars in the area with service that is...

One of my favorite things to do in New York is walk in some random direction and camp out at the first bar that suits your taste. My buddies and I dropped by the Gray Mare on a Sunday afternoon and were glad we did.

The cozy, quiet (for a bar) environment let us settle in for good conversation and day-drinking. There was a good selection of beer on tap, including Founder's Porter and the cocktails were well crafted, too. Our bartender knew how to take care of us.

After a few hours of stunning and talking, we ordered burgers and nachos. Typical bar fare, but definitely on the tastier side of that you'd expect from a local watering hole.

The vibe might be different other nights of the week, but it was perfect for a chill Sunday. I'll definitely drop in next time I'm in the...