It's on 5 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Address35 W 8th St, New York, NY
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Started by adventurous duo Nico de Soto and Greg Boehm, Mace has graced the list of World’s 50 Best Bars for several consecutive years since opening in 2015.
The concept of this trendy cocktail bar in the West Village is simple, infuse every cocktail with adventure. The menu features extravagant libations made. But fair warning, getting reservations at Mace requires a miracle, so book in advance.
If you’re lucky enough to score a table, I recommend starting with the bar’s namesake cocktail, made with Aperol, aquavit, beet juice, orange acid, young Thai coconut cordial, mace mist, it’s one of the most unique cocktails in NYC.
Helmed by Nico de Soto and Greg Boehm, Mace has graced the list of World’s Best Bars several years in a row. An astonishing feat, considering the bar only opened in 2015. Luckily, you can see what all the fuss is about for yourself because Mace offers one of the most generous happy hour deals in the West Village.
Weekdays from 4-7pm you’ll be privy to select cocktails for $12 pop. The tantalizing appetizers are half the draw, don’t sleep on the $1.75 oysters (minimum order of 6), crispy catfish tacos, thrice-cooked fries and refreshing watermelon + chamoy salad.
Started by adventurous duo Nico de Soto and Greg Boehm, Mace has graced the list of World’s 50 Best Bars for several consecutive years since opening in 2015.
I never get tired of this view.
The concept of this trendy cocktail bar in Manhattan is simple, infuse every cocktail with adventure. The menu features extravagant libations made with exotic spices from around the world. But fair warning, getting reservations at Mace requires a miracle, book in advance.
Started by adventurous duo Nico de Soto and Greg Boehm, Mace has graced the list of World’s 50 Best Bars for several consecutive years since opening in 2015.
The concept of this trendy cocktail bar in the West Village is simple, infuse every cocktail with adventure. The menu features extravagant libations made. But fair warning, getting reservations at Mace requires a miracle, book in advance.
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