Please Don't Tell
Cocktail Lounge · New York, NY
About
What makes Please Don't Tell different is its speakeasy entrance: you walk through a phone booth inside Crif Dogs hot dog joint on St. Mark's Place. Inside, it's a dimly lit cocktail lounge with a full bar and bar food, drawing a 30s-to-40s crowd that's mixed gay and straight. Owner Jim Meehan keeps the space reservation-only, so the vibe stays intimate rather than chaotic.
Happy hour runs early, and Wednesday through Friday are the busiest nights. Dog friendly, too. If you want another near-hidden spot nearby, Monarch Rooftop offers skyline views a few blocks away.
Features
- ✓Enter through a phone booth inside Crif Dogs
- ✓Reservation-only policy keeps crowds manageable
- ✓Dog-friendly with full bar and happy hour
- ✓BIPOC-owned in East Village
Good for
Practical
Best nights: Wed, Thu, Fri
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Please Don't Tell take reservations? +
Yes, it's reservation-only. Reservations can be made online, and cancellations are accepted same-day only.
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