The Townhouse of New York

Very unpleasant experience on my latest visit with the staff overall. It used to be a nice welcoming piano gay bar for everyone. I've recently visited there two times, but the latest visit on a Monday late afternoon for happy hours, a hugh regret. I always enjoy to relax going to bars on first few days of the week as I never like crowds. There seemed to be an attitude issue of some staff working there perhaps only to non-frequent patrons. I couldn't ignore the subtle deliberate " left-alone" attitude treating me invisible, making me very uncomfortable indeed.

I feel privileged to be so warmly welcomed into The Townhouse. As a straight woman, I am sensitive about entering queer spaces. While my date for the evening was a gay man which made me feel okay about entering, the staff and all the other guests were welcoming and warm. The pianist that night, Alex, is sublime - talented, warm, and inviting. What a lovely way to spend an evening. Highly recommend.

While I understand the need for dress codes, I was disappointed by my recent experience at the Townhouse. Despite being dressed in a blazer, bow tie, and dress pants, I was denied entry due to my wide-brimmed fedora. This seemed inconsistent, as other patrons were allowed in wearing shorts. While I was offered the option to remove my hat, the policy felt discriminatory and illogical. Given the inconsistency, we chose to leave.

A vintage piano bar in New York City is a charming and nostalgic establishment that harks back to a bygone era. The moment you walk into the Townhouse, you are greeted with an elegant and timeless decor, with dim lighting, plush seating, and vintage accents from a bygone era. The focal point of the bar is a polished piano, positioned prominently in the room and driven by talented pianists who are happy to engage with the crowd, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere. Some may consider such a bar pretentious, which is easily confused with intellectualism, confidence and reservedness, chief traits of their usual customer base. The townhouse is the perfect spot to kick back, relax, and enjoy a strong and comfortable drink in good company, minus the wandering escorts of course. Cheers!

Rob, the bartender, couldn’t have been kinder. Nor could he have made a more perfect drink. He ended my NYC weekend on the highest note and I wish him and this establishment all the best moving forward

Just ok. Not very friendly. Last two visits resulted in my leaving my drink on the bar and going elsewhere. Can be a bit "clickish" with people chatting w/their known regulars and ignoring others.

Great Gay establishment that makes older men feel welcome. Always a nice, chill vibe with nice people.

Elegant and friendly bar. Wonderful location near Bloomingdale's. Used to come here frequently when I lived in nyc. Miss it!