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Raines Law Room Chelsea

48 W 17th St, New York, New York, USA
Closes soonUntil 01:00
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About

On March 23, 1896, a new law came into effect in New York that banned the sale of alcohol on Sundays, with one exception: hotels were still allowed to serve drinks. Named after Assemblyman John Raines, the law became known as the Raines Law. The Raines Law Room in the Flatiron District takes inspiration from this bit of history. It is a hidden speakeasy that you enter by ringing a discreet bell.

The bar itself is full of twists and turns, with small seating areas designed to feel like hotel rooms. The drinks are consistently creative and some of them feature unusual ingredients such as rare mezcal or ginger shochu.

Menu

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.

Amber Old Fashioned$21.00Set Precedent

bourbon, aged venezuelan rum, angostura, peach bitters

Our house riff adds layers of toffee, grain & baking spice

Glass: Stirred and served on a rock
Oct 16, 2026
Blonde On Blonde$20.00Set Precedent

gin, elderflower, blanc vermouth, fino sherry

Blossom & grapefruit notes make this martini sparkle

Glass: Stirred and served up
Oct 16, 2026
Ensemble Cast$21.00Looking East

Gin, Plum sake, Fino sherry, Blanc vermouth, Dash of curaçao

A silky martini riff with the essence of ripe plum

Glass: Stirred and served up
Oct 16, 2026
Fleur De Lychee$20.00Set Precedent

vodka, lychee liqueur, sake, honey, verjus

Deliciously delicate, with floral & tropical touches

Glass: Shaken and served up
Oct 16, 2026
Four Part Harmony$30.00Reserve Cocktails

Ardray Blended Scotch, Rihei Ginger Shochu, Dash of Cacao, Spritz of Lavender

Crafted to showcase this collaborative whisky. A delicate mix with a hint of pear & ginger.

Glass: Rock
Oct 16, 2026
Full of Gold$20.00Looking East

Pisco, Pear shochu, Cinnamon, Pamplemousse, Fresh lime

A house favorite, an elegant alchemy of flavors

Glass: Shaken and served up
Oct 16, 2026
Ghost Ranch$21.00Bright & Fresh

Sotol, cilantro, sweet pea, genepy, fresh lime

A unique blend - earthy, green & fresh

Flavor profile:EarthyGreenFreshGlass: Rock
Oct 16, 2026
Golden GlowAlcohol-free$18.00Zero Proof Cocktails

coconut water, cardamom, turmeric spiced banana purée

Tropical & bright, with grounding spices

Glass: Crushed ice
Oct 16, 2026
HiatusAlcohol-free$18.00Zero Proof Cocktails

Seedlip Garden 108 n/a spirit, fresh pineapple, lime, jalapeño agave, cucumber

Like a spa day in a glass

Glass: Rock
Oct 16, 2026
High Violet$20.00Summer Fling

White rum, Creme de mure, Fresh pineapple, Verjus

Bright & juicy with a hint of blackberry.

Oct 16, 2026

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