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A place · Bar · Upper West Side · on 3 of my lists

Nobody Told Me.

Worth it, says Antonina. The creative seasonal concoctions at this popular cocktail bar on the Upper West Side are always inspired, it’s hard to go wrong with anything on the menu.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best bars on the Upper West Side
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It's on 3 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

Worth it
  • Address951 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

A fairly new addition to the neighborhood, Nobody Told Me opened in 2019. The brainchild of mixologist Nick Pfannerstill and Chef Alberto Miranda, this Upper West Side bar quickly gained a reputation for laid-back vibes and sophisticated libations.

The creative seasonal concoctions at this popular cocktail bar on the Upper West Side are always inspired, it’s hard to go wrong with anything on the menu. But, the Copy of a Copy (mezcal, hibiscus, almond, lime) is one of the most memorable cocktails I’ve had to date. Happy hour runs daily from 3-6pm, highly recommend!

Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.
Worth it

A fairly new addition to the neighborhood, Nobody Told Me opened in 2019. The brainchild of mixologist Nick Pfannerstill and Chef Alberto Miranda, the bar quickly gained a reputation for inspired libations and offering the some of the best happy hour cocktails on the Upper West Side.

During happy hour, a handful of craft cocktails range between $12-14. Food is also offered, $2 oysters and $5 spicy chicken sliders, shrimp rolls, crispy fish tacos and masala chickpeas.

Worth it

A fairly new addition to the city’s vibrant bar scene, Nobody Told Me opened in 2019. The brainchild of mixologist Nick Pfannerstill and Chef Alberto Miranda, this Upper West Side bar quickly gained a reputation for laid-back vibes and sophisticated drinks.

Crafting creative seasonal cocktails in NYC, the bartenders emphasize locally sourced ingredients. One standout cocktail is the Copy. Hard to think of a better way to kick off a good weekend.

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