What People Are Saying About Hotel Delmano
The Editor
Laura Norkin
Citysearch
One look around, and it's clear that the owners of Hotel Delmano--whose other credit includes Union Pool--know a thing or two about constructing a timeless watering hole. Inside, a relaxed crowd of elder hipsters slinks and whispers around the tables as if they own the place. The space is thoroughly styled--from the bar-top basket of citrus fruit (actually used in some drinks) to the nearly identical coiffure of the bartenders. Vintage brasserie furnishings and high ceilings, walls with a cloudy finish above dark cherry chair rails, twinkling candles and a deliciously dim chandelier will make…
11/14/09
great cocktails and super bartenders
by sabinai at Citysearch
this is a great retro feeling bar with excellent drinks and service. Great for a date
12/18/08
great selection of drinks
by jcn212 at Citysearch
great all around types of drinks-ask the bartender for anything you're craving and he'll mix up something awesome. it's really dark (who needs to see anyway), but watch out for the hot pipes. they're uncovered and they can get really hot. i burned my hand a few weeks ago (an actual blister formed) with just a slight touch. they should cover them up to prevent future problems with other folks! imagine if i'd face-planted into one.
- Pros: wide variety, different offerings of drinks than other bars
- Cons: hot hot hot burning pipes
11/26/08
Proper Cocktails finally arrive in Williamsburg
by Boomski at Citysearch
I wasn't really impressed with this place after my first visit - granted it was the 3rd day of being open and were probably working out the kinks. I'm also a cocktail snob and demand perfection if I'm paying $12 dollars (in brooklyn) The bartenders are really good, and can make the classics well. My sazerac didn't was spot on and my Manhattan was perfect. My friend ordered a gin-gin mule - but they didn't have ginger beer, so the bartender muddled some fresh ginger with some soda water and it was fantastic. had the same bite as the GGMs @ Petraske places, which use fresh squeezed ginger syrup as opposed to the more mellow ginger beer. Definitely the best proper cocktail joint in Williamsburg (execution much better than Huckleberry) - and better then alot in Manhattan (Apotheke, PDT)
- Pros: Drinks, Decor
- Cons: A little pricey for the neighborhood, can get busy on peak nights.
The Details on Hotel Delmano
Know Before You Go:
There's no sign, just a globe light hanging above the unmarked entrance on a dark, residential strip of Berry Street. The Manhattan exclusivity meets you before you're even inside.
Fun Fact:
Delmano takes the term "top shelf" literally; some bottles of liquor are perched so high that vest-wearing bartenders must shimmy up old-world, library-style sliding ladders to fetch the ingredients.
Look Good:
The "reserved" cards on each table just mean you need the host's permission to sit down. Here's where it's still Brooklyn: Introduce yourself when you get there, and he'll remember your name, the size of your party, and will (eventually) seat you with a smile.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Neighborhood Bars, Lounges
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
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