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Agency of Record
Cocktail bar

Agency of Record

Murray Hill·4.3 (138)·$20–30

Photography by Agency of Record

Agency of Record transports guests to the golden era of New York City advertising through impeccable mid-century design and carefully curated nostalgia. Nestled beneath the storied Renwick Hotel-once home to literary icons F. Scott Fitzgerald and John Steinbeck-this intimate lounge captures the sophistication of Madison Avenue's legendary advertising corridor with mahogany accents, brass fixtures, rich leather, and moody, softly lit ambiance. The cocktail program is inventively organized around classic advertising language, with signature drinks like "Sex Sells" and "Prime Time" crafted to evoke different sensations and moods. Chef Edward Carew's refined American cuisine-featuring shareable appetizers like Duck Fat Fries and Lobster Cocktail alongside heartier offerings-perfectly complements the sophisticated cocktail experience.

Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record
Photo: Agency of Record

The details

Category
Cocktail bar
Address
118 E 40th St, New York, NY 10016
Phone
(646) 883-4593
Website
agency-of-record.com

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