The Se7en — Restaurant in New York

Went to The Se7en for the first time over the weekend with a girlfriend and we had a good enough time.

I was really taken aback by the interior because I wasn’t expecting such a a large, yet inviting, space! I was a huge fan of the light fixtures, the artwork displayed throughout the room, and the large, comfy couches. It gave off a good vibe.

The issue I had was with the drinks (and maybe even the bartender). Our male bartender with braids or locs (and really stylist glasses) who served us seemed as if he didn’t want to be at work that day. He was probably feeling having an off day or overwhelmed at the crowd seeing as how he was the only bartender when we got there. However, it’s a customer-facing job, “fake it til you make it, bruv.” Now for the drinks, I’m no bartender by trade, however, I’ve traveled and patronized enough bars to know what drinks should (and should not) be like. I ordered a mezcal cocktail on the menus called Black Oaxaca. There were 3 MASSIVE pieces of ice in a whiskey glass. There was barely any of the liqueur and mezcal in the glass. I wanted to say something, but the bartender didn’t stick around after passing me the drink. After he assisted me in operating the Square machine to pay, he was gone like a thief in the night. Plus his energy was off so I wasn’t trying to say anything to add another in his side.

I felt maybe that wasn’t the drink for me, so I ordered a rum punch afterwards. It was very chalky and I instantly wanted to barf when I got it. I am a Jamaican rum drinker so to see the rum punch looking like strawberry Nesquik was a huge turn off. That is not how we do rum punch in Jamaica (or any Caribbean island for that matter). I guess they were putting their own twist on this famous beverage but I was not feeling it and it made me feel sick. Even with the 4-5 glacial ice cubes, the drink was still bad.

STILL! I decided to hang in there with them and get another drink. Kept it simple this time. I asked for pineapple juice with rum. This was not too bad. I don’t think they could’ve messed this one up as I didn’t ask for anything fancy. I just wish they’d cut back on all that ice. The drinks are already expensive and it just feels like the customer is getting cheated out of a proper drink when it has so much ice in it. By the time you take 2-3 sips, the drink is over and you’re left with a glass full of ice. Not cool!

All in all, I’d come back for the ambiance and DJ. There was a female DJ who had me out of my seat for most of the night. Her mixing was smooth and exceptional. I wish I’d gotten her name. Anyhow, I am wishing The Se7en...

Have you ever been to a venue or lounge where you did not want to leave? If not, please stop by this gorgeous new black-owned lounge. You will feel right at home the moment you walk in; the security personnel are friendly, courteous, and professional. Let us talk about the atmosphere and the drinks. The atmosphere is unique, with a mature crowd and expertly curated cocktails, you cannot go wrong. We danced all night, and the DJ was absolutely amazing on both occasions I visited the lounge. My friend's birthday party was held here, and the venue is clean and inviting. We had such a great time. The restroom is spotless (for my OCD friends) lol. The second time I returned, the food menu was available. Let us just say I ate there and made takeout orders. There is also a good assortment with vegan options. It is a divine place. The team as a whole is outstanding. Andrea was so helpful and has an incredible memory! Lots of success! I will return for more...

Had a kind of weird experience with a bartender here this past weekend. I ordered 2 shots of tequila and 2 redbulls for me and a friend. Immediately after ordering before even making my order he is asking for payment. I have to explain to him no usually you should make the drinks first than ask for payment, service 101 lessons lol. Then he proceeds to open a redbull pour it into one of those taller/long cocktails glasses, it fills the glass before the can is finished and then proceeds to pour the rest of the redbull into the second glass which nearly fills that as well, he opens a second redbull to top off the second glass. He essentially charges me 2 redbulls for the price of 1 can. I guess this is their practice at this establishment. That seems scammy to me. Otherwise the atmosphere was cool, music was good as well. No comment on the food since I...