SAINT RESTAURANT BAR & SPEAKEASY

136 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003, United States
+1 347-588-9817
$$$ New American restaurant , American restaurant , Banquet hall , Bar , Event planner , Event venue , Lounge , Restaurant , Wedding planner , Wedding venue
(951 Reviews)
Price Range $50–100

SAINT RESTAURANT BAR & SPEAKEASY in the East Village offers a layered experience that balances a polished New American menu with the relaxed vibe of a neighborhood bar and intimate event venue. Situated on 2nd Avenue, this spot works well for a range of occasions—from casual drinks with friends to more curated gatherings like birthdays or private events.

The dining atmosphere feels both inviting and a bit refined without slipping into stuffy territory. The interior's thoughtful design complements the approachable yet elevated menu, which highlights seafood towers, fresh oysters, and shareable plates like steak tartare and moules frites. The kitchen’s flair for balancing classic and contemporary dishes shows through items like spinach campanelle with vegan mozzarella and the seared sea bass with lemon bagna càuda—good picks for those looking for well-executed dishes with finesse.

Drinks at SAINT play a strong role in the overall experience. The cocktail list includes local favorites such as the Espresso Martini and a Mezcal Negroni, and bartenders here garner a lot of praise for their personable service, making it a comfortable spot to linger. The energy of the place comes alive especially during early evenings and weekends, when the music sets a perfect soundtrack for socializing without overwhelming conversation.

On weekends or for special occasions, it’s easy to see why SAINT works well as an event venue. The space manages to feel special and intimate, with staff who prioritize guest comfort and make personalized recommendations whether you’re ordering off-menu or planning a larger event. Such attention helps balance the venue’s dual identity of a quality restaurant and lounge bar that knows how to adapt to different crowd needs.

  • Best for: Dinner with friends or a casual date night where good food and crafted cocktails can be savored equally.
  • Who will enjoy it: Locals and visitors who appreciate a mix of classic and inventive New American dishes paired with a well-curated bar program.
  • Best time to visit: Early evening for a relaxed meal or later when the bar vibe picks up, especially on weekends for a livelier scene without going full nightclub.
  • Atmosphere: Warm and authentic with attentive service and an approachable speakeasy feel that balances casual and chic.

Whether it’s a savory appetizer like crispy Brussels sprouts or a smooth, expertly mixed cocktail, SAINT makes a point of delivering a comfortable yet memorable downtown NYC experience that fits naturally into the East Village’s eclectic dining scene.

Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great cocktails
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves organic dishes
Has private dining room
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Best for
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
No wheelchair-accessible car park
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

5:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Friday

5:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

5:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

Closed

951 Reviews
Danielle Martinez

12 Dec 2025

OMGGGGGG!!!!! Amazing bartenders! Specifically, Chance and Patu! 100 out of 10. Extremely personable, friendly they make you feel so comfortable! Drinks are AMAZING!!! If you want a spot with good music and drinks, highly recommend!!! Apps were good as well

Anthony Bielen

07 Dec 2025

Brasserie Saint Marc is an absolute gem in the East Village. The atmosphere is warm and authentic, the food is consistently excellent, and the menu has something for everyone from classic French dishes to standout cocktails. Service was top-notch from start to finish. Greg was especially helpful and made the experience even better with great recommendations and attentive service. You can really tell the staff cares about creating a great dining experience. Highly recommend definitely coming back.

shanelle campbell

22 Nov 2025

Excellent experience, food was delicious [especially the Brussels sprouts!], great mocktails upon request, drinks and especially service! Ambiance was amazing as well. Would highly recommend!

Stegramedia

06 Nov 2025

Saint is one of my favorite spots to have a drink or host a private event! The company I work with hosts events here often and the staff and food are top notch! Megan is always so on point at the events and makes every guest feel so welcome. Would definitely recommend Saint for your next event!

Gabrielle Guzman

22 Oct 2025

Beautiful space with the most hospitable staff in the city. I had my birthday party there and all my guests were beyond impressed with the decor and how the staff made us feel like the most important people to walk through the door. The cocktails are so delicious from the espresso martini to the apwrol spritz everyone's different cocktails were absolutely perfect. The Crispy Brussel Sprouts and Burrata were so delicious to start our meal off. We enjoyed the Bell Evans Chicken and NY Strip Steak cooked to perfection. Both so juicy and full of flavor. Since we were a big party, we worked with the manager, Megan, to plan a prix fixe menu and have a family style dinner. She also hooked me up with amazing Dracula themed decorations for the table. I will definitely be coming back for happy hour and date night!

Ashley Blain

29 Sep 2025

Came here two weeks in a row. Saint is one of my favorite places to unwind. I mean the music is always trendy and on point and the hookah is literally great quality where whenever I come to Saint I NEED to get their hookah. I look forward to each time I come here!!!

Kseniia Savchenko

27 Sep 2025

Celebrated friends birthday in here, and noticed a lot of other large parties in there. The portions of Ceasars salad and fried calamari were huge! For mains took Lamb (delicious, but small portion), burger and truffle fries (amazing!) Cocktails were decent, but no draft beer was available, only bottled.

Zulin Valencia

19 Sep 2025

We hosted our wedding reception party at Saint last weekend. due to bad weather couldn’t use the garden but they were very accommodating and ended up moving the party indoors, Such a beautiful space too. The food was the best part, all my guests raved about it, every single bite was delicious, I was very impressed! Kayleen was so great she made sure everything worked out and took care of every single detail, amazing service and friendly staff. We’re very grateful, they made our night very special.

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