Death Ave

Death Avenue? More like Death to My Wallet--great food, but my bank account needed CPR afterward!Death Avenue has a great vibe, and the food and drinks definitely deliver on quality and taste. The menu offers a nice variety, and everything we ordered was well-prepared and flavorful. The cocktails, in particular, were a highlight--unique and expertly crafted.That said, the prices were surprisingly steep for what you get. While the experience was enjoyable overall, it's hard to ignore the cost when compared to similar spots in the area. If you're looking to splurge a bit, it's worth checking out, but keep the price tag in mind when planning your visit.

I stopped by Death Ave for some drinks with a friend. It was a really nice day out, so we were able to sit in the back/courtyard area, which wasn't actually fully set up yet, but was a cool area nevertheless. The staff was really accommodating, making sure to check on us in the outdoor area.Not going to lie, I'd prefer to go to a happy hour spot, since paying upwards of $20 for a drink feels like quite the ripoff, but I still had an enjoyable time. I didn't get the chance to try any food, but the drinks drinks were pretty standard. I'd recommend coming by when the courtyard area is in full swing!

I stopped off here as a matter of convenience--it was right down the street from the McKittrick Hotel, where I was going for another stab at the soon-to-close "Sleep No More."This restaurant is mostly Greek, maybe Greek fusion. They have a whole section of smash burgers (feta zest, Swiss mushroom, American bacon, cheddar pepper), as well as sandwiches like baby back rib-wich and fried chicken. They also have lamb chops, skirt steak skewers, moussaka, pasta Santorini, and a section of "ocean bites," or halibut skewers, eight-hour octopus, calamari, and coconut shrimp.I chose the Hellenic BBQ from the entree section. This dish is pricier, 52 dollars, and is served with either steak, lamb chops, halibut, or jumbo shrimp. It is accompanied by grilled zucchini and cauliflower and Greek fries. I chose the steak, medium. While a little fatty, the flavors were AWESOME! I don't know what kind of seasoning they used, but it was delicious and unusual. The cauliflower and zucchini were grilled perfectly. And while I am not a shoestring fry fan, these were seasoned well and were REAL Greek fries. They were more than just fries with feta thrown on top.The food: excellent.The drinks weren't the best I've ever had. The basil gimlet was a little sweet. The mastiha mint was essentially a mojito, but not bad. The Prosecco crush was pretty good. I am not regretful I had these drinks, but come here for the food and atmosphere, save the drinks as an afterthought.Service was impeccable. I was sat in a quiet, sexy little space with faded wood and pretty blue curtains. I had a view of the outside courtyard, in which others were enjoying their drinks and conversation. My server was soft-spoken, attentive, and lovely. I wish I knew his name, but it's not on my receipt. He was working on 4/15/24 and I was cashed out at 6:23 PM.He also provided me with a complimentary desert, vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, and some type of small chocolate cake, almost like a fig cake. It was a much appreciated gesture, above and beyond!I don't go to mid-town/Chelsea often, but if I ever find myself back in the area, I wouldn't hesitate to come here. Great mood, great service, a vibe, a mood.

Was looking for a spot for lunch today & posted menu looked good. Stopped in- had the fried chicken sandwich which was served with fries. Happy to get a great sandwich and fries that were some of the best- thin & crispy with perfect amount of salt. If in the area again would not hesitate to go back to try one of the Greek inspired dishes and a featured cocktail.Only con for me was that it was a little dark inside and seats at high top tables had no backs, so not the most comfortable for me.

Came in for a drink and was totally"wowed" by this place. Gorge interiors, awesome service and beautifully decorated. HH M-F so we will be back!

I stopped in for dinner on a Thursday night around 9pm and it wasn't too busy to be able to get a table for 2. We got one of these cute private booths in the corner and it was adorable. Our food and drinks were really good. The Zucchini Shrimp Fresca was so light and refreshing with just the right amount of flavor in the sauce. Highly recommend for a date night!

I wasn't expecting this bar to have the caliber of cocktails that they do. I understood this place to be a brewery and was surprised to see many beers from other locations. I assumed they were have more brews of their own highlighted. Regardless, the cocktails were fantastic. Well made with a lot of intentionality. A great choice on a hot day to relax and get a break from the rain and heat outside. The drinks were delicious and worth the stop if you're in the area.

This Greek influenced bar is easily a place you will be back for more!The house made pita chips were light and not hard like most pita chips are made. Soft enough to scoop from their house-made appetizers and not leave you with a chipped tooth haha.I was not thrilled with their Fried Pickle Chips. I think they tried too hard here. The batter was thick yet tasty. It held the pickle chip and its flavor well, but the chip was a thicker cut. This is no good. A thicker chip will hold the pickle juices and it will not fry well and get crispy. Therefore, when you take a bite, the hot juices will burn your mouth.The highlight for me was their Lamb Chops... sooooo good!!! Mouth watering, cut just right, meaty, flavorful, juicy. I am craving some right now. They were so good that I didn't even feel the need to dip them into the chimichuri sauce it came with.

Hate to write bad reviews however the price for what you get was outrageous. Fries very good, fish little on old side. The closer was small portion 4 dips for $41 made me write this review. Quality was nothing to get excited about. Nice service, beer and cocktails very good.

My wife and I came here on a Saturday night around 9:30p after leaving another nearby bar that was just too loud for us (we're not the crazy club/loud bar party types). We met up with another couple we've known for a long time.Death Ave was extremely accommodating to us. We were seated in a private booth with curtains, the service was fantastic, and both the drinks + desserts were phenomenal. Bravo and well done -- we've also ordered on delivery from here before and it is excellent. We'll be back for sure!