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Best Bar
Master Critic Review
Best Bar
7.8
Best Bar is a low-lit Chinatown lounge known for its serious cocktail list and relaxed couches, with regular happy hour promotions on signature drinks. It’s used as a meet-up spot before or after dinner, where bartenders riff on classics and guests linger over a couple of discounted rounds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Litty Lychee signature cocktail, Tequila Daga Nights, Matcha Colada
Scores:
Value: 6.5
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Craft-forward Chinatown cocktail bar where happy hour often means deals on house signatures.
Who should go: Drink-first guests bar-hopping around Chinatown restaurants.
When to visit: Early evening before or after a Chinatown dinner reservation.
What to order: Litty Lychee, Tequila Daga Nights, Matcha Colada.
Insider tip: Check current promos; certain nights feature half-off or discounted signature cocktails that make lingering on the couches an easy decision.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking nearby with a few paid surface lots in the surrounding Chinatown blocks; traffic and availability tighten on weekends and event nights.
Dress code: Smart casual — jeans and sneakers are fine, but most guests lean a bit dressy for evening cocktails.
Noise level: Moderate early, trending louder as the night goes on; conversation is comfortable during happy hour but can require raised voices late-night.
Weekend wait: Usually little to no wait during early happy hour; short waits can develop later in the evening when couches and lounge seating fill.
Weekday lunch: Not applicable — the bar typically opens later in the afternoon, and weekday crowds are light early in service.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited — offerings focus on cocktails with a small, rotating selection of bar snacks; ask staff to confirm current options.
Vegan options: Very limited — expect minimal food accommodations; drinks can often be adjusted on request.
Gluten-free options: Some cocktails can be prepared gluten-free; check with the bartender about ingredients and modifications.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — the low lighting, couches, and slower happy hour pace make it a comfortable spot for conversation, especially earlier in the evening before the room gets busier.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually yes — seating is first-come, first-served, and happy hour tends to be the easiest time to find space; arrive early on weekends if you want couches.
Is it kid-friendly? No — this is an adult-oriented cocktail lounge with a late-night focus and no family amenities; best suited for 21+ groups.
Best For
Better for: Relaxed, cocktail-focused meet-ups with drink deals during happy hour, comfortable lounge seating, and bartenders who riff on classics.
Skip if: You want a full dinner menu, high-energy nightlife, or guaranteed quiet conversation late at night — consider alternatives with dining rooms or table service instead.