September 9, 2024 • 3 mins
Imagine this: you're strolling through the bustling streets of New York City when you suddenly stumble upon a door. This isn't just any door; it's a portal to another world, a hidden gem in one of the busiest cities on Earth. Welcome to the Gramercy Park Hotel's Rose Bar—a secret hideaway for those fortunate enough to discover it.
The Rose Bar is tucked within the luxurious Gramercy Park Hotel, located just off Lexington Avenue between 21st and 22nd Streets. This isn't merely a bar; it's an experience, a place where art, culture, and exclusivity mingle in a harmonious blend. Why is it so special, you ask? Because the Rose Bar feels like an intimate escape in the middle of the urban jungle.
Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a striking interior adorned with rich tapestries, velvet chairs, and contemporary artworks from legends like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Damien Hirst. The ambiance evokes a sense of classic New York sophistication, yet it maintains an edgy, modern vibe. Dine by candlelight and soak in the mesmerizing tunes from the piano or lounge on plush couches while savoring a meticulously crafted cocktail.
But here's the kicker: the Rose Bar is known for its exclusivity. This isn't a place where you merely walk in off the street. For most evenings, you need a reservation, often well in advance. On certain nights, it operates as a private lounge where artists, celebrities, and high-profile New Yorkers gather for a drink away from prying eyes. You might just find yourself rubbing shoulders with a famous musician or actor if you're lucky.
What makes the Rose Bar especially captivating is its rich history. The Gramercy Park Hotel itself has been an iconic fixture since the 1920s, serving as a temporary residence for the likes of Humphrey Bogart and Babe Ruth. The Bar holds onto this storied past while providing a fresh, contemporary face. It's a place where old New York meets the new age, a time capsule wrapped in modern luxury.
To maximize your experience, try to go on a quieter weekday evening when it's not booked for private events. Start your night with their signature Rose Bar Martini, a symphony of gin, lemon juice, pomegranate syrup, and a hint of egg white. For those in search of something unique and spirited, the "Secret Garden," a mystical mix of vodka, elderflower liqueur, cucumber, and mint, is a fantastic choice. Pair your drinks with delectable bites like truffle fries or artisanal cheese—a perfect complement to the lush surroundings.
After your visit, don't forget to take a leisurely stroll around Gramercy Park. Although it's one of the few private parks in the city, accessible only to those with a key, the charming neighborhood ambiance and historic brownstones make for a delightful end to your secret adventure.
In a city where skyscrapers and crowded streets rule the landscape, the hidden sanctuary of the Rose Bar offers a luxurious and somewhat secretive retreat. You get to experience a piece of New York's lavish history while immersing yourself in its contemporary artistic soul. So next time you're in New York City, skip the typical tourist traps and head straight for this clandestine corner, where every sip and glance feels like a step back in time.
The Rose Bar is tucked within the luxurious Gramercy Park Hotel, located just off Lexington Avenue between 21st and 22nd Streets. This isn't merely a bar; it's an experience, a place where art, culture, and exclusivity mingle in a harmonious blend. Why is it so special, you ask? Because the Rose Bar feels like an intimate escape in the middle of the urban jungle.
Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a striking interior adorned with rich tapestries, velvet chairs, and contemporary artworks from legends like Jean-Michel Basquiat and Damien Hirst. The ambiance evokes a sense of classic New York sophistication, yet it maintains an edgy, modern vibe. Dine by candlelight and soak in the mesmerizing tunes from the piano or lounge on plush couches while savoring a meticulously crafted cocktail.
But here's the kicker: the Rose Bar is known for its exclusivity. This isn't a place where you merely walk in off the street. For most evenings, you need a reservation, often well in advance. On certain nights, it operates as a private lounge where artists, celebrities, and high-profile New Yorkers gather for a drink away from prying eyes. You might just find yourself rubbing shoulders with a famous musician or actor if you're lucky.
What makes the Rose Bar especially captivating is its rich history. The Gramercy Park Hotel itself has been an iconic fixture since the 1920s, serving as a temporary residence for the likes of Humphrey Bogart and Babe Ruth. The Bar holds onto this storied past while providing a fresh, contemporary face. It's a place where old New York meets the new age, a time capsule wrapped in modern luxury.
To maximize your experience, try to go on a quieter weekday evening when it's not booked for private events. Start your night with their signature Rose Bar Martini, a symphony of gin, lemon juice, pomegranate syrup, and a hint of egg white. For those in search of something unique and spirited, the "Secret Garden," a mystical mix of vodka, elderflower liqueur, cucumber, and mint, is a fantastic choice. Pair your drinks with delectable bites like truffle fries or artisanal cheese—a perfect complement to the lush surroundings.
After your visit, don't forget to take a leisurely stroll around Gramercy Park. Although it's one of the few private parks in the city, accessible only to those with a key, the charming neighborhood ambiance and historic brownstones make for a delightful end to your secret adventure.
In a city where skyscrapers and crowded streets rule the landscape, the hidden sanctuary of the Rose Bar offers a luxurious and somewhat secretive retreat. You get to experience a piece of New York's lavish history while immersing yourself in its contemporary artistic soul. So next time you're in New York City, skip the typical tourist traps and head straight for this clandestine corner, where every sip and glance feels like a step back in time.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your Hidden New York City podcast, and this
what we know for today. Imagine this. You're strolling through
the bustling streets of New York City when you suddenly
stumble upon a door. This isn't just any door. It's
a portal to another world, a hidden gem in one
of the busiest cities on Earth. Welcome to the Grammercy
Park Hotel's Rose Bar, a secret hideaway for those fortunate
(00:24):
enough to discover it. The Rose Bar is tucked within
the luxurious Grammercy Park Hotel, located just off Lexington Avenue
between twenty first and twenty second Streets. This isn't merely
a bar. It's an experience, a place where art, culture,
and exclusivity mingle in a harmonious blend. Why is it
so special, you ask, because the Rose Bar feels like
(00:45):
an intimate escape in the middle of the urban jungle.
Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a striking interior adorned
with rich tapestries, velvet chairs, and contemporary artworks from legends
like Jean Michel Basquiat and Damien Hurst. The ambiance evokes
a sense of classic New York sophistication, yet it maintains
an edgy, modern vibe. Dine by candle light and soak
(01:08):
in the mesmerizing tunes from the piano or lounge on
plush couches while savoring a meticulously crafted cocktail. But here's
the kicker. The Rose Bar is known for its exclusivity.
This isn't a place where you merely walk in off
the street. For most evenings, you need a reservation, often
well in advance. On certain nights, it operates as a
(01:30):
private lounge where artists, celebrities, and high profile New Yorkers
gather for a drink away from prying eyes. You might
just find yourself rubbing shoulders with a famous musician or
actor if you're lucky. What makes the Rose Bar especially
captivating is its rich history. The Gramercy Park Hotel itself
has been an iconic fixture since the nineteen twenties, serving
(01:53):
as a temporary residence for the likes of Humphrey Bogart
and Babe Ruth. The Bar holds onto this storied past
while providing a fresh, contemporary face. It's a place where
Old New York meets the New Age, a time capsule
wrapped in modern luxury. To maximize your experience. Try to
go on a quieter weekday evening when it's not booked
(02:13):
for private events. Start your night with their signature Rose
Bar Martini, a symphony of gin lemon juice, pomegranate syrup,
and a hint of egg white. For those in search
of something unique and spirited, the Secret Garden, a mystical
mix of vodka, elderflower, liqueur, cucumber, and mint, is a
fantastic choice. Pair your drinks with delectable bites like truffle
(02:37):
fries or artisanal cheese, a perfect compliment to the lush surroundings.
After your visit, don't forget to take a leisurely stroll
around Gramercy Park. Although it's one of the few private
parks in the city, accessible only to those with a key,
the charming neighborhood ambiance and historic brownstones make for a
delightful end to your secret adventure. In a city where
(03:00):
skyscrapers and crowded streets rule the landscape, the hidden sanctuary
of the Rose Bar offers a luxurious and somewhat secretive retreat.
You get to experience a piece of New York's lavish
history while immersing yourself in its contemporary artistic soul. So
next time you're in New York City, skip the typical
tourist traps and head straight for this clandestine corner where
(03:23):
every sip and glance feels like a step back in time.
And that wraps it for today. Hit the subscribe button
and never be caught off guard. Thanks for listening.
This is your Hidden New York City podcast, and this
what we know for today. Imagine this. You're strolling through
the bustling streets of New York City when you suddenly
stumble upon a door. This isn't just any door. It's
a portal to another world, a hidden gem in one
of the busiest cities on Earth. Welcome to the Grammercy
Park Hotel's Rose Bar, a secret hideaway for those fortunate
(00:24):
enough to discover it. The Rose Bar is tucked within
the luxurious Grammercy Park Hotel, located just off Lexington Avenue
between twenty first and twenty second Streets. This isn't merely
a bar. It's an experience, a place where art, culture,
and exclusivity mingle in a harmonious blend. Why is it
so special, you ask, because the Rose Bar feels like
(00:45):
an intimate escape in the middle of the urban jungle.
Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a striking interior adorned
with rich tapestries, velvet chairs, and contemporary artworks from legends
like Jean Michel Basquiat and Damien Hurst. The ambiance evokes
a sense of classic New York sophistication, yet it maintains
an edgy, modern vibe. Dine by candle light and soak
(01:08):
in the mesmerizing tunes from the piano or lounge on
plush couches while savoring a meticulously crafted cocktail. But here's
the kicker. The Rose Bar is known for its exclusivity.
This isn't a place where you merely walk in off
the street. For most evenings, you need a reservation, often
well in advance. On certain nights, it operates as a
(01:30):
private lounge where artists, celebrities, and high profile New Yorkers
gather for a drink away from prying eyes. You might
just find yourself rubbing shoulders with a famous musician or
actor if you're lucky. What makes the Rose Bar especially
captivating is its rich history. The Gramercy Park Hotel itself
has been an iconic fixture since the nineteen twenties, serving
(01:53):
as a temporary residence for the likes of Humphrey Bogart
and Babe Ruth. The Bar holds onto this storied past
while providing a fresh, contemporary face. It's a place where
Old New York meets the New Age, a time capsule
wrapped in modern luxury. To maximize your experience. Try to
go on a quieter weekday evening when it's not booked
(02:13):
for private events. Start your night with their signature Rose
Bar Martini, a symphony of gin lemon juice, pomegranate syrup,
and a hint of egg white. For those in search
of something unique and spirited, the Secret Garden, a mystical
mix of vodka, elderflower, liqueur, cucumber, and mint, is a
fantastic choice. Pair your drinks with delectable bites like truffle
(02:37):
fries or artisanal cheese, a perfect compliment to the lush surroundings.
After your visit, don't forget to take a leisurely stroll
around Gramercy Park. Although it's one of the few private
parks in the city, accessible only to those with a key,
the charming neighborhood ambiance and historic brownstones make for a
delightful end to your secret adventure. In a city where
(03:00):
skyscrapers and crowded streets rule the landscape, the hidden sanctuary
of the Rose Bar offers a luxurious and somewhat secretive retreat.
You get to experience a piece of New York's lavish
history while immersing yourself in its contemporary artistic soul. So
next time you're in New York City, skip the typical
tourist traps and head straight for this clandestine corner where
(03:23):
every sip and glance feels like a step back in time.
And that wraps it for today. Hit the subscribe button
and never be caught off guard. Thanks for listening.
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