Shoe Bar at Nordstrom

Tucked into the basement shoe department at Nordstrom, this unlikely bar offers solid drinks and prime people-watching.

  • Mon – Sat, 11:00 – 19:30; Sun, 11:00 – 18:30
  • Free Entry
  • 225 W 57th St
  • 4.8 (18 reviews)

Description

The service is notably attentive, and prices are surprisingly reasonable. The bar features a decently stocked whiskey selection—including unexpected finds like Balcones Baby Blue—alongside old fashioneds, beer, and simple bites. It is a convenient spot to wait while a companion shops, though it is not a place for quiet conversation. Between the clamor of shoppers and the constant PA announcements explaining the department's ticket system, the experience is loud, lively, and highly entertaining.


Good to know

On lower levelHas happy hour

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