The Toolbox Bar

My go to bar that I go to 2-5 times a week. I feel so at home here and love the owners, bartenders, and customers. Great drinks and fun vibes. Come to the toolbox for a good time!

I have loved the toolbox for the last 6 years, but Jack made me feel uncomfortable. Luis made my first drink. A normal pour. Luis is great. I asked Jack for my second drink. He under poured by 30-50% - I am unsure as to why. I made a joke to Luis about his pour. I then asked Luis if I could add redbull to my drink, as a silly solution to the 0.5 ounces of Espolon that Jack put in my drink - he agreed. The third drink I asked for came from Jack once again. Jack poured a drop (Luis was off for the night), or two, or three, of Espolon into my drink, and I said something to effect of “Well make it 4, then.” Jack responded, “Are you going to pay for 4?” I took a beat and walked out as I prefer to discuss things “professionally.” I returned and asked for my check, which had been closed out on my behalf. I asked why the check had been closed out. Jack said I had, “Stormed off.” I was under the impression I had walked away from a situation which Jack had been creating. I felt walking away from the situation had been the mature response. The point of this review is simply to say that, while I don’t know what Jack is going through to treat me like this, he also remains clueless as to my recent experiences, which have been traumatic. And I went to a place, The Toolbox, that I have felt safe the last 6 years, and suddenly, I didn’t feel safe. I want to return to toolbox. I want to repair the silly damage that has been done. But when I needed a silly little bar the most, it failed. I will no longer be returning to The Toolbox due to Jack.

It was such a great place ! Highly recommended and really hot and great service from the bar tender

mmm. nice and friendly quiet bar. music was terrible, mostly pop, but not the good kind of pop. beyonce, ace of base, britney, etc. definitely not for an older crowd. more appropriate for a younger clientele. at least, on a wednesday early evening. it might be more fun at other times. bar service left much to be desired, young bartender, not seasoned, not rude but not the most attentive or engaged. i’d definitely give it another chance but was disappointed for my first visit.

I went there a few times during my stay in Manhattan and I had a good time

Decent drinks, cute bartenders, and nice ambiance. The only complaints I have are about the space itself (super tiny venue; it's very easy to feel a bit cramped with more than 10 people in the bar). All in all, a pretty fun time, even late on a Wednesday night because the music is bumping and the staff is great.

I love this local neighborhood bar. Atmosphere is fun, friendly and inviting. It’s typically regulars here and it’s a great place to have a beer and meet new people. The entertainment is great too!

I love the vibe of the place. The music was great and there were lots of people hanging out. A pretty diverse crowd of people were there. That said, it was a little too small for me. I’m a big guy and getting in and out wasn’t too problematic, but I had to squeeze past a few people at the bar. It’s a bit loud, so probably not a great place for conversation. But bopping to tunes and making out should be fine.