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The Back Room

102 Norfolk St, New York, New York 10002 USA

974 Reviews
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Reasonable
Closed Now
Opens Fri 6p
  • Independent
  • Credit Cards
    Accepted
  • Public
    Restrooms
  • No Wifi
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“the perfect place to... "conduct business"”

The Back Room is one of only two speakeasies in New York City that operated during Prohibition and is still in existence today. It is a timeless example of the underbelly of New York past. The original 1920’s speakeasy, known simply as “The Back of Ratner’s,” played host to many theater and movie actors of the “Roaring Twenties,” as well as famous gangsters of the era. These gangsters included Bugsy Siegel, Lucky Luciano and Meyer Lansky. They were known to use the space for “business meetings.” Visit The Back Room and use the same hidden entrance that was used 85 years ago. Enjoy a cocktail from a teacup—the way people used to secretly drink during prohibition! The vintage 1920’s décor, period pieces and secret room behind the bookcase, provide the perfect setting for a night out.

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Julieta A.

The doorman steve is da bomb and nicest guy I have ever met. I was having a tough night and then came across this venue and I had such a fun time Read more

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Elissa D.

Music 8/10 - pop, hip hop, and afrobeats - was pleasantly surprised it wasn't just pop music. Me and my friend have different music tastes and we were both happy with it. Interior 10/10 -... Read more

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Kelly G.

A true speakeasy in NYC! I won't tell you how to get there from the street... Sometimes there is an attendant outside to help you find it, otherwise best of luck. Their specialty drink list is... Read more

The Back Room

102 Norfolk St
New York, New York
10002 USA
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Closed Now
  • Sun, Mon: 6:00 pm - 1:00 am
  • Tue - Thu: 6:00 pm - 2:00 am
  • Fri, Sat: 6:00 pm - 3:00 am

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Has a Historic vibe.

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