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Always on that quest to find the next secret bar, Nat and I made our way to Silver Lining one Saturday night after finding out Ward iii was closed (hopefully only for the holiday). Another group of people were just as surprised as we were, but luckily for us they knew where to find the "Silver Lining" in this situation... (yes I know, that was incredibly corny...) and we were able to salvage the rest of the evening. Since coming here just about a month ago, I'm sad to say that it is now closed. It was a beautiful hidden bar... with delicious drinks and a great staff. Nat and I could not believe our find- we enjoyed our drinks so much here and were waiting to set another date to come back! I was looking forward to coming here again tonight to bring my best friend... only to look online and see that it is now closed. A little disappointed that I can no longer come here... but please!! Open a new location!!!! I have to admit it. All things berry usually got me right the way. And the mix of lemon, rum, egg white and raspberry syrup at Silver Lining accounts among one of my favorites things to drink. It is call The Columbia. And you will not find it in their written menu. But don't you think I am bias by my berry crush. The Columbia is an extraordinary drink that I am pretty sure not many in town could execute in such a great way. Not only The Columbia. Definitely not. There is many other things happening at Silver Lining that will make you come back. Because I think you will. It may be the live jazz nights or the beautiful space that breaths on elegance and good taste. The lighting is seductive. Or is it the piano, perhaps? it is classic and elegant in perfect contrast against the rustic look of the brick exposed wall. And when someone is seating in there accompanied by the rest of the band and playing jazz: sometimes cheerful; sometimes seductive; in occasions, even both ... then, the music fill up the ambiance as well as other people's conversations. All mixed up together but giving you space for your own. Then, you can easily forget NYC 2012 and travel back to the era la la la. It is absolutely pleasant. All the times that I have been there the drinks has been fantastic. And the Mezze trio that once I shared with Dana F. was delightful. A plate with Olives in harissa, pistachios and babaganoush served with toast points. The spices were surprisingly good. Those olives were delightful and an addiction as the time was passing by. The babaganoush was flavorful, warm and smooth. So delicate each bite. They offer small plates in the food menu. Simple dishes, Moroccan-Middle Eastern inspiration mainly, but if everything taste like that mezze trio, you should make a little space to eat when you get there. I think is worth it. And hey, they offer this dessert : Conversation. That not only has a really attractive name but look: Puff Pastry with almond cream and toasted silvered almonds topped with Glace Royal. My God. I can't wait to try it out. The service? among the best. One time, the chef came by to check on us how we liked the food. The guy in the entrance is so friendly and with good and elegant manners. Once, he help me as a perfect gentleman when I was walking on a cane and stairs were a challenge. That same day, one of the bartenders or the manager maybe? escort me to the ladies room. Again, as a perfect gentleman. Both looked more like my date than someone helping a lady in trouble. A little chat with him and I felt like in between friends. Not only them, but the others I have interact with are the same. The waitress is friendly and professional and even once shared a Fernet shot with my friend and I. A shot that knock me down but that she handle bravely like if it was water. Back to the drinks, I think the list is short but it is very well executed. I also loved their Corpse reviver No 2. and the Rum Buck. However, after a few visits, I am addicted to the non wrote things... or what you will known as Bartender's Choice. And if you like it, listen to me: order your drink with egg white. They are really good with this and will be shake to perfection. Not only The Columbia I like. But anything ginger is great at Silver Lining. Only at White Star during their glorious times I tasted the best ginger drinks in town. Silver Lining has now take the position and creates a dilemma on me before I order: berry... ginger.. ? what to do, what to do. At the end, I always do both And let me tell you. Those intangible things are more important to me that serving the best cocktails in town. Which is what it is said of others like M&H. The one that has never catch me right the way, not even with berries. And I have try a couple of times. After all, I need more and The Silver Lining has just everything to success. The look, the charm, the human factor ... and the cocktails, of course. That's it, I've had it! I have come to a decision my friends. I've decided I need to get a better paying job solely for the purpose of being able to afford places like Silver Lining every week. Yes, it's that amazing and until you have gone there yourself and witnessed this bar in all it's glory then you can't argue with me. No, no. Zip it! No arguing till you've gone! Now carry on and read my review. Located in the heart of TriBeCa, this speakeasy transports you to an underworld of scintillating jazz, delicious fare, and artisanally crafted beverages. As you walk through the large white doors and down the stairway into the basement, you feel as if you have found yourself some hidden oasis of mature young adults whose quest for the night is having engaging conversation and swaying to the beats of the live bass.* The bar at Silver Lining is large with the various jars and bottles and whatnot that you would expect to be at a speakeasy such as freshly squeezed juice, eggs, olives and hot bartenders. There was one bartender in particular who I'd be lying if I said that all three of us didn't want to do things to her. So men, there's just one more of many incentives I will have given you to go here (psst, I'm helping you out). I was able to try many drinks made with love and, might I add, very strong biceps. Please note that speakeasy bartenders are way better than your average bartender. They are weighing and mixing and shaking and crushing items using instruments that look like they came out of a Saw movie. With names like "Native New Yorker" and "African Flower" you know you are in for something unique and flavorful. I regret now not taking pictures of all of my drinks as their presentation ranged so dramatically from a beautiful rainbow motif to a more serious cup of pink gasoline with an epic lemon peel. Of course, with the usual speakeasy concoction you can expect a Titanic worthy ice cube or a metal straw to enjoy your drink with. Just be careful with that metal straw. No, no matter how drunk you get you can NOT bend it with your teeth and yes, it hurts like hell if you stab the roof of your mouth with it. Of course, with great drinking comes great eating. One of my friends put in an order for some plates before we arrived that included lamb sliders and some weird puff pastry thing along with a baked Camembert (which I have to shamefully admit was my first time having it). I was able to sample all of them and all were yummy, especially the gooey cheese. I ordered more food as the night wore on, because hey- this is me we're talking about. I ordered the ceviche and the charcuterie appetizers. The ceviche was the bomb. It was so light and zesty that it was hard to put down the fork. My friends had a hard time as well. The charcuterie platter gave me a sample of prosciutto, salami and some other kind of Italian meat I can't even pronounce. They were thinly sliced, salty and full of delicious meaty flavor. Oh and there were tiny sliced pickles that came along with it that I found to be so adorable! My male companions found my happiness over tiny pickles to be quite hilarious. What? It's just a cute tiny pickle.... men. Overall, the portions are not big for the money by any means but what they lack in friendly affordability they make up in brute flavor. Later in the evening, the three person jazz band started playing and I was so giddy with joy I just stopped where I was walking from the washroom and watched, hypnotized. I think a server almost tripped over me. Whoops. I can't help it when I'm spellbound! Even if you don't love jazz, you should be able to appreciate its undeniable charm. Everyone at the bar was obviously in tune with the music as the bartenders were serving drinks to the patrons left and right. By the way, finding a spot at the bar can be tricky so come early like we did to snag a spot. My two friends and I were lucky to grab three seats at the side of the bar where we were able to watch the entire room and make inappropriate remarks throughout the night relatively undisturbed by bar traffic. Now I won't lie to you- Silver Lining ain't cheap.... hence why I mentioned needing a better job to pay for it. At an average of $14 a drink and $10-20 an appetizer, you will run through your cash quickly if you plan on setting up there for a whole evening. Don't say I didn't warn you. That being said, I loved coming here to Silver Lining and wish I could afford to come more often. It's one of those places that will truly enrich your New York life experience and Lord knows everyone including me could benefit immensely from that. I think I can compare this place to a fine woman. It's the women with class you will always remember- not the tacky girls or bars in this city. Keep that in mind and stay jazzy my friends. *as opposed to pounding five to ten shots and hoping to drag home some unfortunate female who's too drunk to notice that she is about to lower her standards... The drinks here are like carefully crafted art pieces: Art takes time so you'll need to wait a while to get your drink, even if you're seated at the bar. Next time, I'll be ordering them two at a time. #classy Silver Lining does not have a full-bar; you can't find a Jack & Coke or Patron & Sprite here because they don't carry any of those liquors / mixers. Still, you can trust the bartender to create something for you and I don't think you'll be disappointed. I found yelpers to be spot on about SL's ambiance: it's jazzy, it's underground, it's New York, and it's absolutely perfect for a first date. A man stands staring at the white door frame, examining the names on the buzzers. He looks absolutely baffled. "Looking for Silver Lining?" I inquire. He sighs with relief. "Yes! I hear it's a speakeasy... that means the entrance is hidden, right?" he asks. My turn to sigh. I lead him to a wide open door, down an easy-to-find staircase, and into the lounge. A five-piece jazz band makes music in the corner, candles flicker invitingly, a small party sends laughter tinkling up the stairs, and my friend sits, waiting, at the bar. Ahhhh, yes. My Happy Place! The resident mixologists are friendly, willing to answer any of your 1000 questions about their 1000 drinks, and make some of the most stunning creations in cocktail-ery I've ever experienced. Most of the drinks are not on the menu, so I recommend going with the Bartender's Choice. I had a phenomenal twist on my favorite Dark and Stormy that made me shiver with delight, and tried my first-ever New Orleans Fizz - delicious, but not for the feint of heart (or people who are afraid of raw eggs). Paul, my favorite bartender, really knows how to shake it (the drink, the drink!!!!). Although Silver Lining is quickly earning a rep for its cocktails, I highly recommend the food. They have created a perfect winter menu that would warm the cockles of the coldest heart. I tried the beef stew, then a chicken dish rolled into pastries with raisins. It was amazing. AMAZING. Top that off with dark chocolate slices drizzled with raspberry sauce and you'll never want to leave. The food, ambiance, live jazz, and incredible drinks have conspired to fix this spot firmly in my Favorites. Find me here any and every weeknight that I'm free from now on!!!!
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