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Neon sign reading Life is like a box of chocolates in the entrance hallway of Wildcard Bar

Speakeasy Bar & Lounge

238 E 53rd St, 2nd Floor — Midtown Manhattan

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Three rooms.
One unforgettable night.

The Red Room — crimson velvet sofas, ukiyo-e prints, and dramatic floral wallpaper
The Red Room
The Lounge — emerald Chesterfield sofas, crystal chandelier, red velvet drapes
The Lounge
The Library — damask wallpaper, tufted sofas, bookshelves with crown emblem
The Library
Crystal chandelier against ornate gold ceiling
Japanese-inspired cocktail bar hidden on the second floor of a Midtown Manhattan townhouse. The décor is reminiscent of Meiji-era Japan, with cues from the four seasons woven throughout the space, alongside a seasonal cocktail program rooted in Japanese spirits.

Live Vocal Night

Every Thursday, the lounge comes alive with live vocal performances. Intimate, unplugged, and unforgettable — the kind of night you don't plan, you discover.

We are music lovers, deeply passionate about giving artists from all genres a platform to showcase their art — from jazz vocals to bossa nova, Latin, old soul, R&B, and J-pop — creating a music program that is vibrant, inclusive, and emotionally resonant, where diverse sounds come together to inspire, connect, and elevate both artists and audiences alike.

Doors at 6 PM No cover Reservations recommended

Seasonal cocktails.
Small-batch spirits.

A busy evening at Wildcard Bar — guests enjoying cocktails in the candlelit lounge
Pink cocktail garnished with mint alongside crème brûlée and rice crackers
Whiskey cocktail with orange peel and cinnamon beside a vintage rotary phone
Espresso martini and pink cocktail with mint garnish by candlelight
Matcha cocktail in a ceramic cup on a leather coaster

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Address

238 E 53rd St, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10022

Hours

Tue — Thu: 6 PM – 12 AM
Fri — Sat: 6 PM – 2 AM

Reservations

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