It's on 2 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Cost$10 martinis/negronis during happy hour
- Address551 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Dante Caffe dates back to 1915. It served as a staple for the community before slowly fading into oblivion before two Australians decided to breathe new life into the historic institution in 2015. The result was striking, Dante was named the best bar in the world in 2019 (4 years after re-opening) and appeared on the list again 2020.
The menu is well picked with small fare but the drinks is where this popular NYC cocktail bar truly shines, but scoring reservations is no easy feat (especially Friday when live jazz serenades cocktail-nursing locals).
After visiting Dante on several occasions, I can confirm that their drinks are some of the best (and strongest) I’ve had in the city. The dirty martini is particularly memorable but my partner is partial to the negroni.
Happy Hour. Dante offers a generous daily happy hour between 3pm and 5pm. Dante West Village offers martinis for $10 and Caffe Dante offers negronis for $10.
Dante Caffe dates back to 1915 when it served as a staple for the community before slowly fading into oblivion. Thankfully in 2015, two Australians decided to breathe new life into the historic institution. The result was striking, Dante was named the best bar in the world in 2019 (4 years after re-opening!) and appeared on the list again 2020.
This NYC happy hour spot is just as amazing as it sounds. The menu is well put together with small fare but the drinks is where it truly shines.
Dante has two locations. Dante West Village and Caffe Dante. The two bars are located a few blocks apart. I haven’t had luck getting into Caffe Dante without a reservation, so I suggest booking in advance.
Dante offers the most generous happy hour in NYC. Both locations have a different drink. Dante West Village offers martinis for $10 and Caffe Dante offers negronis for $10. The price/quality ratio can’t be beat.