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Blue Ribbon Downing Street Bar

(Now Closed)

Wine Bar and Lounge$$$$

West Village, New York

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Peter CucèOctober 10, 2017
Been here 5+ times
Feels like a bar in a residential European neighborhood. Oysters, shooters, cheese plate and other food all excite. Interesting wines by taste, half or full glass, craft cocktails.
Village VoiceSeptember 17, 2012
This tiny wine spot keeps it interesting with its wine list that crosses many oceans and spans all price points. Lots of bottles and half bottles under $45 like French Minervois and Mallorcan White.
Katie SchlossFebruary 7, 2012
A perfect first date spot, Blue Ribbon Downing Street Bar is a great place to get a cocktail, split one of the specialty toasts, & if the date is going well, wander across the street for dinner.
amy pelletierAugust 27, 2016
This place is the perfect little spot to share a bottle of wine, we had a wonderful Boca there recently that i hadn't a seen on many lists. Wonderful.
Lou PaskalisJuly 31, 2018
The wine list has many hidden gems. They’d be easier to find if you bring a magnifying glass
Monica SumaNovember 5, 2013
Amazing spot for brunch. The smoked salmon and poached eggs dish is delicious! Must try the cream tomato soup, best I've ever had!
EMarch 18, 2015
Get a cocktail or wine recommendation. Cozy and small space gives intimate feel. Try the shooters!
Andrew ChoiAugust 12, 2014
Try the Country Lawyer or the Port of Spain. Cocktails are great, but not the best I've had at the same price point. Cute and cozy spot though.
Sara StatesJune 23, 2013
This place is just awesome and cozy and everything good. Food was amazing and the wine selection really great. Bartender is super friendly and had A++ suggestions.
Heather HeckJanuary 22, 2017
One of my favorite bars: intimate with great drink selections, and you can always count on them to play the Smiths 😊.
naveenJanuary 3, 2010
Been here 5+ times
sit at the seats up front adjacent to both the bar and the window — trust me, this is the best spot in the place. start off with the egg shooters and then graduate from there
Deepak ShrivastavaJuly 5, 2013
Great find in a great neighborhood. Drinks are solid and the atmosphere low key. Perfect for a casual date and non chalante conversation
lisa limSeptember 17, 2011
Great place to meet for drinks but it's tiny so you have to either go early or after 11pm. Food is delicious here too! A little on the pricy side but worth it.
Rikin DiwanNovember 17, 2014
Good coffee. The chorizo eggs Benedict was the best. Really wish they had a Benedict Cumberbatch though.
Zi LiMarch 29, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Get the country lawyer. Sometimes they take it off the menu, ask the bartender for it. You won't regret.
DebbieAugust 19, 2016
Bone marrow with bacon baked INTO the bread. Amazing. Fried chix. Amazing.
harryhApril 8, 2013
If it's available, definitely go for the smoked duck & foie gras toast. It's super tasty.
StonehengeNYCDecember 11, 2011
A cozy little spot for drinks with snacks from the Blue Ribbon restaurant next door. We like the oysters and caviar egg shooters.
Kathryn DFebruary 4, 2017
Great drinks, cool space, and killer playlist. Go for the Airmail.
Mingbot RobertsAugust 12, 2013
Amazing burger. And don't leave without getting dessert...the bread puddings are insanely good.
Matt DuckorOctober 19, 2010
Great for a casual drink before dinner at one of the many great spots in the area (say, The Little Owl). Order the Seventh Samurai, a Yamazaki-based cocktail.
Off The MenuOctober 15, 2015
The Elvis Toast: Thick toast topped with pate, sliced hard boiled egg and pickled hot peppers. Read more
Chris LuhurMarch 2, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Daily specials rock - and the wine flights - and the egg and pickled pepper toast (a staple!) Must eat everything!
Daniela SpectorMarch 30, 2014
A little expensive but a lot of options for late night. Especially in an area where most restaurants close late.
Ryan GallagherAugust 26, 2017
Really small bar. Great clean design. Good happy hour.
Peter BergSeptember 25, 2014
Great cocktails! Nice staff and a friendly low key atmosphere.
Liz MackAugust 24, 2015
Cozy little place. A bit pricy, but they had incredible bacon bread.
Victoria U.October 11, 2018
A cute little wine bar in the area.
Paul BrennerAugust 10, 2014
Drinks are expensive but a good value for the quality. Get in there. Feel fancy... But also thrifty.
LindsayJanuary 21, 2011
Fabulous breadstix, wine flights, and other cocktails and snacks served in a small, intimate, and romantic atmosphere.
ZinfandelleFebruary 19, 2014
The smoked duck and foie gras toast is insanely good.
rob zandMarch 19, 2016
it's super chill here, but they aren't the best at cocktails.
CharlottesMarch 18, 2017
Couldn't love this stylish little bar more, down to random 80s tunes.
Morgan PolotanAugust 22, 2015
Get the Riesling for sweet or Sauvignon blanc for dry.
Kavita BabaJanuary 18, 2015
Ambience is cosy. Focus on the specials not the menu items
Andrea BarrezuetaOctober 2, 2014
Tiny space but really cute. Just don't expect any privacy.. Maybe not best locale for a date
Emily K.February 21, 2017
Cocktail omakase for when you're feeling indecisive
Katie FlynnJanuary 5, 2012
The Downing Street Old Fashioned is really top notch!
Phil GillmanApril 1, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Always rocks. Order a cocktail and some eggs.
Blue Ribbon RestaurantsDecember 15, 2011
Bring a date for a wine flight and egg shooters with caviar.
Alberto MannAugust 17, 2015
If you enjoy watching awkward first dates you are in luck!
Lockhart SteeleJanuary 17, 2011
Two honey-based items for a cold January night: hot toddy and the amazing smoked duck toast.
Jessica ChanMarch 22, 2014
Repeat after me: Choc chip bread pudding. Choc chip bread pudding.
Eelain SteketeeAugust 20, 2010
must order: champagne & caviar oyster shooters, smoked trout & trout roe egg shooters
Blue Ribbon BruceNovember 28, 2011
Follow us on Twitter (@brdowningstbar) to find out about our special winemaker events and tastings!
Reagan WilliamsFebruary 3, 2015
Great service. Awesome wines.
Paul SaranApril 10, 2013
Fried chicken and bone marrow. Do it.
Thomas ReintjesFebruary 14, 2015
Even the lemonade is great.
François SurcinJanuary 19, 2012
The steak tartare is just the best I've ever had!
Zi LiApril 18, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Country Lawyer is the way to go.

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