The Dickens

4.6

88 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

Lively
Great for happy hour
Good for groups

The Dickens is a “one-stop shop” as Hell’s Kitchen’s biggest Broadway Cocktail Bar. A literary-themed multiplex now open for dinner, drinks and dancing. Operated and owned by Vida Verde and PMac’s Hospitality alum Bryan Hannon, The Dickens, on 8th Avenue between 47th and 48th Streets, boasts six different spaces to grab a cocktail, including a first floor cocktail bar and restaurant; low-key hangout The Genie’s Lounge; moody, stylish party venue at the whiskey-themed Studio Bar; The 3D Bar & Lounge; and a top-notch rooftop.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Tapas / Small Plates, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–2:00 am Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–3:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(917) 472-7927
Website
http://www.thedickensnyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
783 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036-7011
Neighborhood
Hell's Kitchen
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Experiences

Bottomless Drag Bingo Brunch
$25.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join Jacklynn Hyde every Saturday & Sunday in The Dickens for Bottomless Drag Bingo Brunch at 1pm & 3pm. This 90-min show brings comedy, musical numbers, prizes, mouthwatering food & bottomless drinks all together for an experience you won't forget! With the purchase of a Brunch Entree, you can add bottomless mimosas, bellinis, bloody marys, frozen drinks & highnoons for 90 minutes for only $25. Please note if you are booking for our Saturday or Sunday 1pm or 3pm Bingo Brunch, seatings and show time are strictly for 90 minutes after which you must move to the bar area. We recommend arriving 15 min early. You will not be seated without your whole party. If you are taking part in the Bottomless Option the entire table must participate.
DICKENS MARTINI BAR
Multiple dates available
Join us on the second floor of The Dickens in our Martini Bar. Build your own Martini, Selecting the base, exactly how you like it and your garnish. Enjoy one of our own Specialty Martinis or indulge in Bottomless Frites FREE with every Martini Order. Add on a delicious Sliced Skirt Steak or Half Roast Chicken to your Martini and Bottomless Frites for only $19.95. Our regular Dickens Menu is also available.

What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Dickens is an energetic spot perfect for drinks and entertainment. Known for its "great drinks" and vibrant ambiance, it shines during events like Drag Brunch, hosted by the fabulous Jacklyn Hyde. While food reviews are mixed, many recommend it for drinks, "amazing service," and a lively atmosphere. Ideal for pre-theater gatherings and happy hours.

88 Reviews

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Tori
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cute bar, good pickings, and delicious martinis! Would definitely go back
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Kathryn
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Martini Bar is great- love the cozy atmosphere. Drinks and food are delicious!
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Sandy
Wilmington
23 reviews
4.0
23 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The bartender and waiter ( Martini Bar table) were the best we met in NYC this week. Very friendly, outgoing, interested in us and very appreciative that we had chosen The Dickens. Absolutely would return based on how welcome we felt!
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Colin
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
A great post theater spot for cocktails and snacks.
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Jazmin
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I ordered the buffalo chicken burger, and it was delicious. The waitstaff were friendly and attentive. The place itself is beautiful, with really nice decor, and the music was good. I didn’t like the cheesecake, but that’s probably because it was baked; I prefer the ones prepared differently. It’s just a personal preference. I really recommend this place.
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Brenda
VIP
Greater Boston
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Noise level was only problem. Food and service was good
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Maggie
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was AWESOME and our servers were incredible. Would recommend to everyone!
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Brandy
San Francisco
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The best thing i can say about this place is i never have to go back !! Zero out of ten … too many notes to mention … I will take the L on considering this as an option. Ugh
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louis
VIP
New York City
35 reviews
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I like this place for the drinks. The rooftop is super fun in the summer so I decided to give it a try for dinner. I ordered the southwest chicken salad. The price was $19.95. I expected an "entree" size salad, what showed up was small side salad. I also asked the server to not have olives in the salad, he forgot (totally normal) but annoying nonetheless. We went here as a pre-show dinner, it was very loud and busy, feels like more of a Happy Hour spot instead of a dinner spot. Overall, I would not choose this place for dinner. We ended up ordering small plates after our salads because we were still hungry, and they were good.
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Amy
Phoenix
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great bar! The bartender made us a custom drink and let us name it - so fun!
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FAQs

The Dickens is rated 4.6 stars by 88 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 50 times today

Experiences are available.

783 8th Ave, New York, NY 10036-7011

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Hell's Kitchen
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–2:00 am Thu, Fri 4:00 pm–3:00 am Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Tapas / Small Plates, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Website
http://www.thedickensnyc.com/
Phone number
(917) 472-7927

The Dickens

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Bottomless Drag Bingo Brunch

DICKENS MARTINI BAR

Menu

What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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