CHELSEA, MANHATTAN
Lobby Bar at Hotel Chelsea
A martini under the chandelier in the Hotel Chelsea's restored lobby.
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IllustrationThe restored lobby of the Hotel Chelsea is now a bar for guests and neighbors alike: couches and armchairs, a marble bar beneath a large chandelier, and a garden room that catches the afternoon sun.
The house martini is the 1884, made with gin, cedro lemon, vetiver and Spanish olive oil. There is an Arnaud's French 75, a Strawberry Sbagliato for anyone not drinking, a short list of small plates, and fries that regulars swear by.
Editor’s tip
Go in the late afternoon for a seat in the garden room, then walk next door to Café Chelsea or El Quijote for dinner.
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Editorial draft — core details last reviewed October 14, 2026. Confirm practical details with the official site before you go.