The Hamilton

This is a darling little bar that makes great Manhattans. I happened to be reading Ron Chernow’s biography at the time, and asked the server if I could get a discount if I happened to have the book on me, she said no and didn’t think I was funny. Great drinks and atmosphere, will be back soon.

Not sure what’s up with 5 star reviews here.
Came here with my cousin, his girlfriend and my sister. I go out pretty often in LA since all my friends are from the nightlife scene. I can surely say I know the difference between a good drink and a bad one.
I ordered Moscow Mule for $ 14 and I don’t think I saw it on the menu. If I order Moscow Mule usually it’s served in a copper mug, I see fresh ginger and fresh mint leaf. The alcohol is strong but light enough. And usually the taste of spicy ginger and lime is in the drink as well.
At The Hamiltonit was served in a very sad glass and a straw. Almost no taste of ginger and no alcohol at all. I complained and the server told me they just mix Ginger Beer and Vodka. And to solve that problem she just added more Ginger Beer to it. Great now there is no Vodka in my drink and all I taste is a lemonade kind of drink. SO SAD! And $ 14?
Yes the drinks of the others were not strong either.
Overall a place that I would not recommend. There may be only me who gives it 1 star rating and people are still convinced by the good reviews of others. But if you wanna have a great time… NYC has so many amazing bars to offer.

Excellent low-​key neighborhood bar with solid pub food.

Very good cocktail but pretty strong

This is a great grown up spot in my neighborhood. The chicken pâté with apple bacon jam is completely incredible, I like to pair it with a Six Point Sweet Action. I was very pleasantly surprised by the Mac n Cheese as I’m usually not a fan of saucy macs but this one is very tasty. If feeling frisky try a neat HILLROCK bourbon it may set you back a few bucks but worth imbibing!

What a gem this place is.
I have been here quite a few times and will return again and again. From the servers to the bartenders, all of the staff is wonderful. They chat you up just enough with a smile that gets anyone in a good mood.
Though having good staff is almost the most important, the food is what brings us here. IMO the neighborhood doesn’t have the greatest food options. but this is by far one of the best in the area. The Philly Cheese steak is delicious and I never ever leave a fry behind. The grilled cheese is also one of my favs.
Whiskey bar or naht I get the gin. Bees knees is the bees knees for sure. I absolutely love the dark cherry garnish. My boyfriend loves the bramble and gets that every time. We try to sneak into the awesome elevated corner seat in the back. You can’t miss it. Best seat in the house
Go here!

Buried treasure on the upper west side, thrilled to have found this spot. I came here with my cousin for dinner and we were blown away by the Philly cheesesteaks, which were served panini-​style on a garlic toasted fluffy roll. Came with a side of killer fries, too. Possibly some of the best I’ve ever had. It’s a lovely space, small but with a lot of character. I wasn’t thrilled by their drink selection, they didn’t have too many cider options (my favorite) but based on other reviews I think they’re supposed to be more of a whiskey bar anyway.

This place is awesome. The cocktails are spot on. Our bartender Alan has honed his skills as a craft cocktail artiste. We are here drinking to 80s and 90s music — what more could you ask for?

Stopped in post-​Columbia lecture around 9pm on a Friday night. No problem getting a table, our waitress came by when our drinks were low and kept the water glasses filled. I’m not really a «cocktail» person but I tried the Oaxaca Old Fashioned – with reposado tequila and mezcal. Quite tasty and reasonably priced. Cute little place and I left with a nice buzz.
Keep up the good work, Hamilton.

This is a small whiskey bar. It is a sister establishment of Caledonia Scottish Pub (2^nd Ave & 83^rd). They have a great selection of whiskey and bourbon.
The bar, playing on the popularity of Alexander Hamilton in pop culture, is Hamilton themed, with photos of Alexander, Eliza and a depiction of the duel on the walls.
I was here for brunch on a Saturday. It was quiet, there was only one table and two other people at the bar. The brunch menu looked great and all brunch entrees come with a cocktail.
I would definitely return here. Due to the small size, it’s not great for large groups. All but one of the tables are two-​to-​three tops, so I wouldn’t come here with more than 4 people.

Ja, in dieser Gegend sicherlich die netteste Bar. Riesige Whiskey-​Auswahl, einige Cocktails, kleines Speisenangebot, angenehme Stimmung. Der Bartender kommt aus Schottland, was sprachlich für mich eine echte Herausforderung darstellt. Kein billiger Laden, aber das Preiskonzept scheint aufzugehen. Vielleicht schaue ich heute Abend noch vorbei.

The Hamilton is a small, hole-​in-​the-​wall establishment in Morningside Heights. It’s pretty new to the area and seems like it has great potential for longevity. If you are a whiskey connoisseur, it’s an absolute MUST. Our bartender Dave was very friendly and kept us entertained during happy hour and beyond.
They have many specialty cocktails, house rules that should be written into our Constitution, and some really lackluster food. (Note: apparently the steak sandwich is amazing– and smelled it– but we didn’t order that). I had both the Old fashioned and the Penicillin cocktails. Both were well-​made, strong, and pleasing to the eye. I’d recommend them.
I had a bite of Julio’s warm Scotch egg and I wasn’t terribly impressed. The sausage surrounding the egg was quite dry. Julio’s steak frites was decent, considering the bar atmosphere and probably the best food we sampled all night. Mardory claims the chicken liver pâté was excellent, but I wasn’t able to try that, either. :(Finally, there was my burger, which was disappointing. I’ll give them a bonus point for tossing my fries, which were perfect, in truffle butter. However, the burger itself looked like Wendy’s but tasted like White Castle. Not acceptable for $ 16.
If you’re looking for a solid time, and you enjoy whiskey or Alexander Hamilton, you should check this place out. They offer a laid back atmosphere, a warm staff, and great cocktails. The prices are great during happy hour and maybe the steak sandwich is worth ordering, but I’d probably opt for dinner elsewhere. I look forward to my next drunken experience here.

I had mixed feelings when this place opened, as it was previously The Dam, my favorite local cozy dive bar. The new place has gone in a totally different direction, and it’s fantastic. No longer a good stop for $ 3 happy hour beers, but the cocktails are made to perfection. The ingredients are high quality (watched the fruit juicer in action, so no chemically bottled lemon juice in these) and mixed expertly. Good selection with some standard classics (Old Fashioned, Manhattan) and some obscure classics (Vieux Carre, Penicillin, etc). You’re going to spend a little more money here, but one or two cocktails will leave you very happy.

This place called my attention with its name because I’m obsessed with the musical Hamilton. The set up of the place is nice and cozy with some nice pictures of A.Ham. Now the drinks all whiskey & bourbon… great!!! I only had their specialty drinks which are all $ 10 on their happy hour menu. I had an Old Fashioned, Penicillin and a Vieux Carre; all amazing. Can’t wait to go back and try others. I did order the Scottish egg and the Steak Frittes which was really good but I was too hungry to take a picture of. I do recommend getting the steak.

It was a definite good time. We both terrified and entertained our mixologist, Dave. He, in turn, gave us mind blowing, tasty drinks. The old fashioned was divine. Beware the strength of the sazerac. They also offer beer and wine. Everyone was happy.
Ordered the chicken liver pâté that also came with a side of bacon jam and crusty, delicious bread; two pickled carrots were part of the presentation. Paté is made in-​house and was smooth with a hint of sweet. Yum. (I heard and smelled good things about the steak sandwiches –next on my list).
Laid back atmosphere, great for a quick stop or a longer stay. The restrooms are tiny but efficient. Happy hour is a must. Crowd is mixed but interesting. Worth the visit – and a repeat.

Walked in here around 11 for some time with friends. Mike is amazing. Very courteous. Ambience is quite intimate. Classy. Excellent collection of whiskeys. One of the best ones. A lot to choose from. I did not try the food but the menu did appear quite innovative.
Recommend for the ambience, décor and for mike who’s amazing!

Stopped in the a Burns night dinner which was fantastic. Definitely will stop back for another meal as the rest of the menu looking intriguing as well. Staff was very attentive and nice. Excellent selection of drinks, beer, bourbon and interesting sounding cocktails.

Really awesome bar in the neighborhood! Visited with friends and initially wasn’t sure where to go as there are not many great options in the UWS, but this joint gets 2 big thumbs up. The owner/​bartender (I think his name was Marcos; hard to tell because he has this thick Irish accent) was very gracious and inviting. He took the time to show us his huge… selection of whiskey, mostly bourbons and ryes. Tried a couple of cocktails and whiskey recommendations from Marcos and they were all amazing.
What’s not to like about this place: great drinks, great food, great ambiance and great people!
This is place is definitely a gem in NYC and I count the days til I come back again soon. I’m getting a wee bit thirsty…

CHARMING! Such a great addition to the upper west side. This small upscale pub fits the bill whether it is to grab a quick drink and bite after work, or a night out with friends. Although it is small, the layout is such that you feel cosy but not crowded.
The staff is what makes this pub even more special, they are welcoming, fun and will remember your name. What a great find!!!

A long-​awaited gem for this neighborhood, run by a charming Scotsman and true whiskey connoisseur. Homey yet modern, classic yet upscale, this quaint little bar serves up a wide selection of American whiskey, craft cocktails, beer and a surprising menu of pub bites with Scottish flare. As someone who is not normally a lover of liver or anything offal-​related, the chicken liver pâté with bacon jam was delicious. They also have other savory indulgences like the grilled cheese with truffle or baked mac and cheese, and who doesn’t want those after one, or several, beverages.
Definitely try it out, stay awhile, and come again. You won’t need convincing.

This is a fantastic bar with a diverse selection of bourbon and Scotch! Apparently they just opened last week and the food is great. We tried the chicken liver pâté and warm scotch egg (pork belly sausage wrapped around an egg) which were both delectable. We especially loved the baked mac and cheese though which was creamy and decadent with a great crust!
Mike was manning the bar and was extremely friendly, offering recommendations on all of the drinks. It especially helped a bourbon newbie like me try something new.
Looks like I’ll have to swing by again the next time we’re in NYC!