Studio 151
East Village, New York City
Bar in New York City, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Studio 151 is easiest to recommend as a flexible late-night East Village bar, especially for pairs or small groups who care more about timing and location than a planned food-led reservation. Go for the late hours and low booking friction; treat the food as secondary unless the current menu is the reason your group is choosing it.
About Studio 151
For a first-timer planning a late night in New York City, Studio 151 is easiest to evaluate on practical details: it opens at 6:45 PM daily and runs late, with 2 AM closings on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and 4 AM closings Wednesday through Saturday. The dress code is smart casual, so plan for a polished but not overly formal evening.
Beyond those basics, Studio 151 works best as a flexible late-evening venue. If menu, reservations, or a particular occasion requirement will decide the night, confirm the details directly before you go.
Choose it for late timing, not an over-specified plan
The practical appeal is clear: Studio 151 runs late every night, with longer hours from Wednesday through Saturday. That matters in New York City, where plans often change after dinner and a venue's closing time can be the most important detail.
The tradeoff is limited detail. With no confirmed cuisine type, named chef, price range, seat count, service style, or signature dishes, do not position this as a destination food booking on the available facts alone. It is better read as a timing-first decision: useful when late hours and a smart-casual setting carry more weight than a fully mapped dining plan. For broader planning, use Our full New York City bars guide before pairing it with Our full New York City restaurants guide or Our full New York City hotels guide.
Know Before You Go
- Location: New York City.
- Hours: Open from 6:45 PM daily; closes at 2 AM on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, 4 AM Wednesday through Saturday.
- Dress code: Smart casual.
- Planning note: Confirm current details directly if menu, reservations, pricing, or a specific format matters to your group.
- Good fit: Guests who want a flexible late-night New York City option rather than a tightly defined dining plan.
If the night needs a different feel, compare Studio 151 with other New York City options such as Accidental Bar, Ding-a-ling, Long Count, The Wayland, or Thirteen Water. For other trip planning, keep Our full New York City wineries guide and Our full New York City experiences guide separate from this decision.
Planning details
- Location
- 151 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY 10009
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- studioonefiftyone.com
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Studio 151 situates itself within the proud social tradition of Loisaida Avenue and the East Village, trading cocktail-theory one-upmanship for a bar that foregrounds community and atmosphere. The copy highlights the avenue’s layered history and a built environment that still carries that texture, which informs the room’s character: it feels like a contemporary neighbourhood anchor rather than a design manifesto. Rather than presenting a technical, educational drinks menu or bespoke, made-to-order service, Studio 151 leans into a modern, intimate and energetic scene where regulars and new arrivals come for the social energy first.
Best For
This is a bar for evenings when company and conversation matter as much as the drink. The write-up positions Studio 151 as a neighborhood gathering spot — fitting for date nights, late-night hangs and casual get-togethers — where the crowd and atmosphere are the priority. It reads as a place to drop in after dinner or linger into the night with friends, especially if you prefer a lively, community-oriented room over a highly technical cocktail destination or an educational tasting experience.
Ordering Tips
Studio 151 is described in contrast to highly technical or bespoke cocktail rooms, so expect a neighborhood bar approach rather than an amaro-focused or made-to-order tasting. If you want a clinical lesson in spirits, the copy points readers elsewhere; at Studio 151, order something familiar or ask the bartender for a straightforward recommendation tailored to what you like. The emphasis is on convivial service and steady crowd dynamics, so keep expectations practical: this is about atmosphere and regulars more than an elaborate, technique-forward menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dim lighting, funky couches, and lounge atmosphere evoking a '90s house party with curated vinyl music.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 4am
- Music
- Vinyl Dj Sets, Rock, Jazz
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Mambo Sun
- Moonlight Mile
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Wayland, Notable alternative
- Ding-a-ling, Notable alternative
- Long Count, wine bar, wine bar
- Thirteen Water, Notable alternative
- Accidental Bar, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Studio 151 compares in New York City
Choose Studio 151 when late timing and an easy plan matter more than a defined food or wine format. The Wayland is the safer cross-shop if the group wants a more established neighborhood-bar feel, while Ding-a-ling reads as the better pick for a more intentional night out if ambiance is the deciding factor.
If drinks with a wine-bar frame are the goal, Long Count is the clearer choice because its format is explicit. Studio 151 wins for late-night flexibility, especially Wednesday through Saturday, but Long Count is easier to justify when the group wants wine to anchor the evening rather than a loose bar stop.
For backup plans, Thirteen Water and Accidental Bar are worth checking when Studio 151's timing works but the group wants a different room or a more deliberate atmosphere. Without confirmed pricing across the set, the value call should come down to use case: Studio 151 for low-friction late hours, Long Count for wine, The Wayland for a steadier neighborhood-bar choice.
Explore New York City
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Studio 151 guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Studio 151
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio 151 | New York City | ; | No published awards |
| The Wayland | New York City | ; | No published awards |
| Ding-a-ling | New York City | ; | No published awards |
| Long Count | New York City | wine bar | No published awards |
| Thirteen Water | New York City | ; | No published awards |
| Accidental Bar | New York City | ; | No published awards |
How Studio 151 NYC compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Studio 151?
Studio 151 opens at 6:45 PM daily and stays open late, especially Wednesday through Saturday when it closes at 4 AM. If timing is important, plan around the hours and confirm any current details directly before going.
Is Studio 151 open late?
Yes. Studio 151 is open from 6:45 PM to 2 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Sunday, from 6:45 PM to 4 AM Wednesday through Saturday.
What is Studio 151 known for?
Studio 151 is a New York City venue with late evening hours and a smart-casual dress code.
