Drinks around Union Square?

[tamila104]

What's a good place to go with a group of about 8 people for nice drinks (but not too pricey) after work near Union Square?

[JungMann]

You can go to House for a few nice glasses of wine, but Blue Owl is probably the best bang for your buck. Even after happy hour I don't remember it being too ridiculously expensive.

[ellabelle]

I second Olives.. very work appropriate.. Blue Owl is a little southeast of U. Square but they have GREAT cocktails, especially martinis, and it's a little more intimate of a scene. I may get some backlash from this but Sidebar (although technically a sports bar) around 15th and 3rd has a separate restaurant section with drinks and great food - it's fun and nice but not overly upscale - depends what you are looking for.

The front section of Haru or Japonais are both also nice for drinks (their lychee martinis are delicious) after work.

[quizkiddonniesmith]

Redhead. Some great cocktails, at even better price point - $9.

Also the Blue Owl has good happy hour.

[Spiritchaser]

Craftbar - incredible drinks and great bartenders. Offer some nice "snacks" on the menu.

[italianagambino]

the w hotel (oliveS)
flatiroin lounge
flute
cibar
Cru

[eameyer]

I second Flatiron Lounge....