The Hamilton

4.6 (235)bar

998 Amsterdam Ave

This intimate Upper West Side bar pairs low lights and warm wood with a vast selection of American whiskeys.

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The drink menu goes beyond classic pours to feature creative twists, including an Old Fashioned finished with a dried Peruvian sand worm. While some visitors praise this inventive attention to detail or enjoy cocktails like the Penicillin, experiences can vary—another guest reported receiving a poorly made drink they were not permitted to send back. Along with the spirits, the bar serves simple tavern fare and a few select beers. The venue itself is a small, dark space where, despite the tight quarters, finding a spot is typically straightforward, and prices remain standard for the neighborhood.


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