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About
Wild, immersive, and happily excessive, Paradise Lost turns the tropical bar into something darker and stranger. In the East Village, it frames itself as a “tropical temptation” and has been described by critics as a kind of psychobilly tiki fever dream, which feels right: the room goes all in on escapism, but with enough control to keep it from becoming a gimmick.
The appeal is not subtlety. You go for the transportive mood, the sense of fun, and the feeling that the bar has committed fully to its own world. That boldness could easily collapse into theater without substance, but Paradise Lost has earned attention beyond novelty, including recognition from 50 Best Discovery, because the whole experience feels deliberate rather than random.
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This list does not claim to be up to date, complete or correct. The drinks and prices on the bar’s own menu are authoritative.
Bajan and Jamaican Rums, Coconut, Pineapple, Pandan
Will leave you with the perfect beat cue.
Ousesto Blanco-Washed Bluebird Rum, Sotol, Guava, Cilantro, Red Bitter
Never miss the drinking of its beautiful elation with sweet heart.
Green Chartreuse, Falernum, Pineapple, Lime, Jamaican and Martinique Rums, Brok or our funky house Thai Falernum
A cocktail to help you beg on your knees for another.
Black Jamaican and Guianese Rums, Passionfruit, Lime, Orange
One sure step you have to get to New Orleans.
Blue Tube Jamaican Rum, Mexican Gin, Herbal Liqueur, Parfait Damour, Bergamot, Macadamia, Celery, Egg, Cream, Blue Tube!
Sounds a beautiful way to stay upright.
Gravity Boom of Botanical and Melon Liqueurs, Venezuelan Rums, Soursop, Coconut, Bitter Cherry Cordial
A low ABV journey brought on by outfighting a giant monster.
Non-Alcoholic Gin, Mint, Spicy Pineapple
Leave you feeling as fresh as a monster could be.
Lavender, Jasmine, Coconut, Kalamansi
Just let this haze of lavender, jasmine, coconut, and kalamansi creep up on you.
Brownies-Island-Approved Verve, Oat-Infused Gin, Acidulated Banana, Coffee, Maple Syrup
Brownie-Island-Approved Verve may well just save you a heck of a memory.
Medley of R(h)ums, Orange Curacao, Almond, Lime
A rack on which to hang your hat.
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