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Obivia

201 Lafayette St
New York, NY 10012
Phone: (212) 226-4904
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Cross Street:
Between Kenmare Street and Broome Street
Directions:
6 at Spring St
Hours:
Sun 5pm-12am, Mon 5pm-1am, Tue-Sat 5pm-4am

Message from Obivia

Obivia

Music - Soho - Relax

  • Innovative cocktails
  • Light dining & desserts
  • Private Events/Holiday Parties

Located on the corner of Lafayette & Kenmare, Obivia is an elegant lounge, with the cozy ambiance of an old friend's living room. Comfortable couches and low tables invite you to relax and exchange New York City stories while sipping drinks into the night. A warm amber glow is cast everywhere from beautiful antique lighting fixtures. The music is funky and ranges from George Clinton to rhythm and blues to late night jazz. Five plasma screen televisions are displayed, each playing its own B movie, like constantly changing works of art.

Flights of Liquor are served in an ice block, embedded with flower petals. There are 4 different brands in each flight. There's a list of 22 martinis that pays homage to drinks from the days when a 3 martini lunch was de rigueur. Tapas are served with a Mediterranean theme, served for the table or individually.

Private parties for up to 175 people!

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Editorial Review for Obivia – by Lori Fradkin

In Short
Behind gauzy window drapes, coupling duos and friendly trios soak up the chic decor of this romantic neighborhood lounge. Votives give off warm red-orange light in the high-ceilinged space, illuminating waitresses in leg-baring outfits and the creative cocktails they carry. The dressed-up space upstages its relaxed patrons, content to recline on the cushy pillow-covered couches--because they don't have to impress anyone at Obivia, except maybe their dates.

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Save Money

Enjoy discounted drafts, martinis and mixed drinks from 5pm to 8pm daily.

The Extras

Rent a liquor locker for $500 a year and the lounge will store your remaining bottle-service alcohol for your next visit. You'll also get free mixtures and priority seating.

On the Menu

Obivia serves a tapas menu that includes mini-burgers, bison meatballs and wings.

User Reviews for Obivia

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/16/2008 Posted by lasikchic2020

Just had a going away party here and it was perfect. Granted it was a Monday nite (never been before!) and Clare and Julie were wonderful to work with, serving us great drinks and munchies (quite tasty!) It's an ideal place for a party, i had about 20 peeps and we had an amazing time, wasn't too loud and the ambience was perfect, fun vibe. Clare kept the back room free for my guests & even extended the happy hour special for our group, thank you so much! What a great way to end my days here in NYC!

Pros: service, ambience, great bites, accessible parking, very accommodating, great happy hr specials

Cons: a little hard to find if you've never been here b4

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/02/2008 Posted by chisa

I had my birthday party there last night and every interaction with the Obivia staff before and during the party was exceptional. Clare did a fantastic job and everyone at my party had an amazing time! Thank you so much!

Pros: Professional staff, great space, fantastic drinks!

Cons: none

Schedule

10/31/2008 Late Night Fright Night
  12:00 am    

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Enjoy discounted drafts, martinis and mixed drinks from 5pm to 8pm daily.

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Bar/Club Information

Smoking

  • No

Atmospheres

  • Food Served
  • Romantic
  • 21 & Over
  • After Work
  • Lounge
  • Singles
  • Bars
  • Neighborhood
  • Live Music

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Sun 5pm-12am
  • Mon 5pm-1am
  • Tue-Sat 5pm-4am

Dress Code

  • Casual

Minimum Age

  • 21

Payment Types

  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

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