StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR)
Lower East Side, New York City
Bar in New York City, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
A practical Lower East Side pick for drinks-first plans, especially if the behind-the-salon setup appeals. Do not treat StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) as a food-led booking; use it as an easy downtown bar stop before or after dinner.
About StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR)
StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) is a New York City venue with evening hours every day of the week and a smart casual dress code. Beyond those basics, details about its cuisine, menu, chef, seating, pricing, awards, or service format are not available, so plan around the practical details.
Plan around evening hours
The schedule starts at 5 PM daily. StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) is open until 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it a practical evening or late-night option in New York City, but lunch service, lunch pricing, or a daytime format are not available.
Because the available details are limited, use StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) as one part of a broader New York City plan rather than building the entire outing around uncertainties. For more options, continue with Our full New York City restaurants guide or Our full New York City bars guide.
Best for a flexible New York City plan
The most reliable way to approach StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) is to confirm current details directly before going, especially if your plans depend on menu, seating, accessibility, dietary needs, or group size. The dress code is smart casual, so it is reasonable to dress neatly without assuming a highly formal format.
If you are comparing other options, Attaboy NYC, Congee Village, Creston, Skin Contact, Taikun Sushi are other names to consider depending on the kind of outing you want. Travelers building a fuller New York City trip can also use Our full New York City hotels guide for the rest of the itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- 116 Eldridge St, New York, NY 10002
- Website
- steightnyc.com
- Phone
- +1 917 891 7372
The take
The Take
The Vibe
StEight operates in the low-profile, small-format tradition of New York speakeasies — a bar that deliberately hides in plain sight behind KUNIYA HAIR at 116 Eldridge Street. It leans into concealment not as theater but as curation, favoring a quieter, inward-facing presence that rewards locals and repeat visitors. The space feels intimate and measured: the absence of signage and the choice to sit tucked behind a salon frontage create a sense of privacy and discretion. This is a place that privileges mood over spectacle, fitting smoothly into the layered cultural geography of the Lower East Side.
Best For
StEight is best for low-key evenings where discovery and discretion matter. It suits date nights and casual hangouts for people who want a quietly curated bar rather than a tourist-forward spectacle. Because the entrance is tucked behind an operating hair salon and the format is intentionally unobtrusive, the bar draws a neighborhood crowd and those in the know. It’s not pitched as a high-energy destination; instead it rewards visitors who enjoy understated, private-feeling spots and who value a calm, focused bar experience in the heart of the Lower East Side.
Ordering Tips
Look for KUNIYA HAIR at 116 Eldridge Street and enter through the salon — StEight’s entry strategy is the point. The bar’s concealment acts as a filter, so don’t expect prominent street signage or walk-in browsing to yield immediate visibility. Arrive with the address or a local tip in hand, and be prepared for a smaller-format venue that prioritizes an intimate, low-key atmosphere. Beyond orienting yourself to the entry, the description provides no specifics about menu or reservation policy, so check ahead if you need confirmed seating.
Venue details
Ambiance
Intimate room with understated decor focused on drinks, company, and vinyl jazz atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Speakeasy
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Vinyl Jazz
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Creston, Notable alternative
- Attaboy NYC, Notable alternative
- Congee Village, Notable alternative
- Skin Contact, Notable alternative
- Taikun Sushi, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares for a Lower East Side night out
Choose StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) when ease matters more than ceremony. Compared with Attaboy NYC, it is the lower-friction call for a casual plan, while Attaboy NYC is the stronger choice when the cocktail experience itself is the point and the group is willing to deal with a harder night-out format.
Skin Contact is the better cross-shop for wine-leaning drinkers, while Congee Village makes more sense when food and group utility matter. If the night needs a real meal attached, Congee Village is the safer pick; if the plan is a smaller bar stop with a bit of visual intrigue, StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) fits better.
Taikun Sushi is the more deliberate food-first splurge, Creston is a cleaner alternative when the group wants a more conventional bar decision. StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) wins on novelty and low-pressure pacing, not on documented food depth or formal recognition.
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Compare StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR)
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) | New York City | No published awards |
| Creston | New York City | No published awards |
| Attaboy NYC | New York City | No published awards |
| Congee Village | New York City | No published awards |
| Skin Contact | New York City | No published awards |
| Taikun Sushi | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the food good at StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR)?
Cuisine type, menu format, chef, price range, or signature dish are not available for StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR), so it is best not to judge it as a food-led reservation based on the current details. If the meal is the main point, compare it with other dining options such as Congee Village.
Is StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) open late?
Yes. Hours are 5 PM to 12 AM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 5 PM to 1 AM on Friday and Saturday.
Does StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) have happy hour deals?
Happy hour details are not available for StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR). If discounts or specials are important, check the venue directly before going or compare with another option such as Attaboy NYC.
Is StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) good for groups?
Seating capacity, reservation format, or group policy are not available for StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR). For a group outing, confirm directly with the venue before making plans; Creston is another option to compare.
Is StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) good for a date?
It can be considered for an evening plan in New York City, especially because it is open daily from 5 PM and has a smart casual dress code. For a different kind of date-night comparison, Skin Contact is another option to look at.
Does StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR) have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating details are not available for StEight(behind KUNIYA HAIR), so do not plan around it without checking directly. If outdoor seating is important, compare current details with other options such as Taikun Sushi.
