Greenwich Village staple since 1977
The above restaurant is my husband and my go-to place when we want to eat out. The food is always delicious and the portions are certainly adequate.
When I go with a group of my friends, we can eat and drink in a leisurely fashion without the feeling of being rushed. The wait staff and alert and attentive and handle any of our needs quickly. The booths are comfortable. They decorate the restaurant during the Halloween and Christmas seasons, and have Al Hirshfeld and antique posters on the walls. I would miss these if they were removed.
The general mood and atmosphere is relaxing; the noise level is quiet so you can hear one another without difficulty. It also has regular jazz sessions on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Knickerbocker Bar and Grill is closed due to coronavirus. I miss the food and that it is close to my home.
(added April 2020)
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