Bemelmans Bar
About Bemelmans Bar
One of New York City's most legendary hotel bars, inside The Carlyle on the Upper East Side since 1955. The walls are hand-painted by Ludwig Bemelmans, creator of the Madeline books. Gold-leaf ceiling, chocolate leather banquettes, and live piano nightly attract socialites, politicians, and regulars who linger for hours. Reservations recommended but walk-ins accommodated.
Happy Hour Deals
Live piano nightly: pianists from 5:30pm, jazz trio from 9pm
Walk-ins welcome
Classic NYC cocktail institution since 1955 with murals by Ludwig Bemelmans
Details
Address
35 E 76th St, New York, NY 10075
Hours
Mon12pm – 12am
Tue – Thu12pm – 12:30am
Fri – Sat12pm – 1am
Sun12pm – 12am
Cuisine
Hotel Bar
Phone
What's Here
Bemelmans Bar FAQs
Does Bemelmans Bar have happy hour?
Yes. Current deals at Bemelmans Bar include Live piano nightly: pianists from 5:30pm, jazz trio from 9pm; Walk-ins welcome, plus 1 more listed on this page. Deal information last verified Oct 2026 — confirm with the venue before you go, as times change often.
What are Bemelmans Bar's hours?
Bemelmans Bar is open Sun-Mon 12pm-12am, Tue-Thu 12pm-12:30am, Fri-Sat 12pm-1am.
Where is Bemelmans Bar located?
Bemelmans Bar is at 35 E 76th St, New York, NY 10075 in the Upper East Side neighborhood, New York. Call (212) 744-1600.