Uncle Ming's
New York, NY 10009
Phone: (212) 979-8506
- Directions:
- L at 1st Ave
- Hours:
- Tue-Fri 7pm-4am, Sat 8pm-4am
Editorial Review for Uncle Ming's – by Lisa Marie Rovito
The Scene
Many find their way into this loft above a liquor store, even with no bouncer and no sign. But finding the bathroom on a Saturday night proves a more difficult achievement: The line runs half the length of the bar. Formerly an illegal after-hours joint, the space packs them in, pumps them with DJ-spun grooves, primes them with cocktails poured by Urban Outfitters models and spits them out at last call. Young singles seem not to mind screaming introductions while being bumped from every side.
The Draw
It's kind of cool climbing the entry's flight of stairs, and the chandeliers, red lamps, living-room decor and standing mannequin behind the bar in a tawdry array of goodies set the mood for mischief. But does loud, buzzed and searching ever get old? Or does it just keep making money for East Village investors? Apparently the latter--and fans love every minute of it.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoIf you're there before 7pm to snag a couch, ask for takeout menus from behind the bar and order in.
User Reviews for Uncle Ming's
08/07/2008 Posted by browneyedgirl73
i've been to uncle ming's a few times over this past year, and everytime i go, there's a different vibe, depending on the people there that night. sometimes its more locals, sometimes its the girls from upper west side who took a wrong turn...my friends and i grab a couch, some drinks, talk, and listen to the eclectic music...we always have a good time. staff is always courteous, and the drinks aren't ridiculously priced, dim lighting is relaxing. be wary of the bathrooms...i've seen many people going in with some person they just met... all in all, interesting place, give it a shot.
Pros: ambience, bartenders
Cons: the stains on the couch...
07/28/2008 Posted by partyboymatt
It's def. a place if you are looking for a fight-club type bar where people are getting wasted and get in fight almost every night. Too many stories and to many experiences. Not sure what is causes but i suspect it's way to close to project buildings and some of the workers are hired from there ( watch out the bouncers! - couple years ago my one good friend got pushed from the stairs and it's on the second floor!). So go at your own risk. Cheers!
Pros: Design. Hip. people
Cons: Drinks, Owners, Bouncers
Schedule
| 09/04/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 09/11/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 09/18/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 09/25/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 10/02/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 10/09/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 10/16/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 10/23/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 10/30/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am | ||
| 11/06/2008 | Erotica Thursdays | |
| 10:00 pm-4:00 am |
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