Sugar Monk

Around the corner from the Apollo Theater, this space channels Harlem's historic speakeasy era. The back-bar features house-made Amari, liqueurs, and bitters produced under their Atheras Spirits label. Alongside wine and craft beer, the menu reimagines classics with distinct details, like an Old Fashioned finished with a burnt bay leaf, or the elaborately presented Marie Laveau. Complemented by a solid music playlist, small plates, and desserts, it serves as a consistent option for a quiet nightcap or a first date.