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Bar Oliver
Restaurant

Bar Oliver

Lower East Side·4.4 (132)

Photography by Bar Oliver

Step into Bar Oliver and you’re instantly transported to the lively sidewalks of San Sebastián, thanks to its triangular, sun-dappled corner, sidewalk seating, and convivial bar-centric design. The atmosphere is effortlessly chic yet deeply inviting, with a bustling crowd drawn from the city’s creative set, all savoring on-tap vermouth, a curated selection of French and Spanish wines, and a menu of Basque staples—from classic tortilla española to expertly crafted croquetas. The interiors blend plush booths with a striking bar as the social centerpiece, while attentive service and a relaxed, loiter-friendly vibe encourage guests to linger through long, laughter-filled evenings. Whether enjoying a golden-hour Kalimotxo or sharing plates of Montauk shrimp and mushrooms, each visit feels like an ode to Europe’s most convivial culinary traditions, reimagined for downtown New York.

Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver
Photo: Bar Oliver

The details

Category
Restaurant
Address
1 Oliver St, New York, NY 10038
Phone
(347) 273-1900
Website
barolivernyc.com

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