For several years now, vinyl has been regaining popularity among audiophiles, collectors and young music lovers. This popularity is largely contributed by the general trend towards vintage and retro, in fashion and design, and we are seeing more and more coffee shopRestaurants, bars and restaurants are equipping players to replace digital music. Seeing how the DJ chooses his songs and sometimes even makes suggestions adds something to the atmosphere of the place.
We tested 5 locations in different areas of New York City where you can dine and drink while listening to good records.
Studio 151
Studio 151 is a sushi bar located in a former bar in Alphabet City, above Nublu, a very famous jazz club in the neighborhood. In the environment cosy In subdued lighting, influenced by Japanese bars, a very good selection of vinyls is the backdrop to a tasting of nigiri and the chef’s temaki rolls, complemented by good sake. Studio 151, 151 Avenue S. (Second floor).
Mono Mono
It was this beautiful window overlooking a street full of flowers that caught our attention and led us inside to discover this Korean restaurant located in the heart of the East Village. Home to a collection of over 30,000 vinyl records that literally adorn the walls of the establishment, it’s definitely worth a look. The restaurant’s signature dish, your choice of fried chicken wings, spicy or not, with samjang soy sauce and the sound of a DJ pumping up the place, guarantees a lively evening. Mono Mono 116 E 4th Street.
Eavesdrop
Eavesdrop is a cocktail bar located in Greenpoint where you can also sip natural wine, local beer, and share plates with friends in a space designed for sound lovers. We love the light wood that frames the intimate space, inspired not only by Tokyo’s jazz bars but also by the simple concept of enjoying good music from a rotating cast of DJs. Eavesdrop 674 Manhattan Avenue.
Port Said
Port Said was born more than ten years ago in Tel Aviv as a collaboration between music lovers and Israeli chef Eyal Shani, a chef already well known here after successively opening several vibrant New York restaurants (HaSalon, Miznon, etc.). Shmoneh), all imported from their places of origin in Israel. It’s an open-to-all restaurant that welcomes large tables and combines the sounds of a music bar with creative food. We also really liked the small, very cozy bar located at the entrance. Port Said 88 King Street
All the blues
We discovered this “Musiquarium” in the Tribeca area, very discreet on the outside, in speakeasy mode, with an intimate atmosphere where music and listening rightfully go hand in hand. Indeed, here you have to let the music be the conversation, whisper while sipping a cocktail accompanied by Japanese dishes to truly appreciate the sound quality. high accuracy from this Tokyo bar. The owner, a Japanese himself, recreated it here “Jazz Kissa” where jazz music is played for careful listening. He shares with us his incredible record collection, many of which are signed by artists. A small group is recommended… in Qissa, where communication is less of a priority than listening. All the blues 87 Walker Street.
Tokyo Record Bar
Tokyo Record Bar is a restaurant with a tasting menu, where you choose not what you will eat, but the soundtrack you will listen to among carefully selected vinyl records. They also have a bar located on the ground floor that serves good sake and light bites from chef Aki Iwaki (formerly of Bohemian). Tokyo Record Bar127 MacDougal Street.
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