ARORA - L'art du Cocktail

“Awesome cocktail bar. The service is attentive. Drinks were all top notch (Japanese old fashioned, vesper, French 75). Live piano starts at 7pm. Atmosphere is definitely worth the visit.”

“My partner and I recently visited ARORA cocktail bar, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The decor is absolutely stunning, making the atmosphere both elegant and inviting. We arrived a bit early, so the place was empty, allowing us to fully appreciate the beautiful interior. The staff at ARORA were incredibly friendly and helpful, ensuring that we felt welcome and attended to throughout our visit. Their service truly enhanced our experience. We started with a Japanese Old Fashioned, a great basic cocktail that did not disappoint. Next, we tried THE GINSBURG, which was tasty and refreshing, and an Espresso Martini that was excellent. The Marcy Playground was another standout—really good and refreshing. In terms of food, we only sampled the caviar canapés, but they were so delicious that we ordered them twice. These light snacks were very flavorful and come highly recommended. Just before we left, the piano music started playing, adding a pleasant touch that set the right mood for the evening. Overall, ARORA cocktail bar provided a wonderful experience, and we look forward to visiting again. Highly recommended!”

“In the bar desert that is the west side of Lenox Hill, finding this little treat is a delight. Tucked in the ground floor of a highrise, the bar designers did a great job transporting you to an underground Parisian bar, perhaps inspired by the catacombs. Great vibes for dates and clients if you're stuck in the area (expense accounts encouraged). That said, the bartending skill and service is a mismatch for the environs. Slow night during our visit. Drinks in my group of three all questionable taste (two old fashioned versions off the menu + a gin drink), but the bartender served the drinks, left for a 10 minute smoke break while we eyed the host and a server watching Twitch or YouTube on his phone at the host stand. Once he came, back smelling of smoke, he failed to ask us for another drink and quickly popped out again, leaving us with empty glasses and a then desire to pay the check. But how does one pay the check when the bartender left yet again to stand outside? In all fairness though, it wouldn't be a true French inspired bar if folks weren't profusely taking smoke breaks. So bonus star for authenticity ;-) Cocktails ~$24-30 per Recommendation to ownership: Tinting film to the windows of your back bar coolers. The day-glow light highlighting the mishmash of items stored within distracts from the otherwise dark and sultry ambience you've delightfully created.”

“Cute slim jazzy bar on Park. Very enthusiastic bartender. Not much to eat. Came for the mac and cheese but it was removed from the menu, so definitely only attend if you aren't that hungry. Whats left is a few choices of finger food. It was a wednesday night so returning Friday or Saturday for the live band.”

“Fantastic cocktail and food. The bartender with the white shirt was excellent and chill, but the one with the black shirt was rude - we asked him if there was anything vegetarian and he replied just check the menu; and he poured the water rudely that the water splashed all over the table and without any apologies. Very shocking to receive this kind of service and experience at a supposedly high class bar. Maybe we were the only Asians there?”