Bar in New York City, United States
Wilfie & Nell
100Pearl PointsLate-Night Local

About Wilfie & Nell
Wilfie & Nell is a practical West Village choice for casual drinks, dates, and small celebrations, especially when the night needs flexibility more than formality. Use it as a bar anchor rather than a dinner destination; larger groups should have a backup plan if seating or space matters.
For planning a visit to Wilfie & Nell in New York City, the verified details are limited but useful: the dress code is casual, and the venue keeps late hours throughout the week. Treat it as an informal stop rather than a fully documented plan with confirmed cuisine, menu, pricing, reservations, or service format.
Good for casual plans when flexibility matters
The clearest confirmed signal is that Wilfie & Nell is casual. That makes it easier to consider for a relaxed night out, but the rest of the plan should stay flexible because details such as menu format, pricing, seating, and reservation process are not verified here.
Hours are confirmed as Monday through Wednesday from 4 PM to 2 AM, Thursday from 4 PM to 4 AM, Friday from 3 PM to 4 AM, Saturday from 12 PM to 4 AM, and Sunday from 12 PM to 2 AM. For broader planning, Our full New York City bars guide may be useful, but do not treat any single venue as the whole plan.
Use confirmed details to shape the night
Practical recommendation is simple: use the confirmed casual dress code and late schedule as the basis for planning, then check current official channels before relying on menu, availability, or group logistics. If food is the main decision point, choose a venue with clearer confirmed dining information instead; Our full New York City restaurants guide can help with that search. If the night is more about hotels, activities, or a full itinerary around the city, use Our full New York City hotels guide and other New York City planning resources to build the rest around it.
For a small meet-up or informal evening, Wilfie & Nell may fit when the group is comfortable with a casual setting and late hours. For a high-stakes dinner, large group, or plan that depends on confirmed menu, pricing, seating, or a formal service rhythm, verify those details directly before committing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation at Wilfie & Nell?
Reservation details are not verified here, so check the venue's official channels before building a night around a specific arrival time. The confirmed hours are Monday through Wednesday from 4 PM to 2 AM, Thursday from 4 PM to 4 AM, Friday from 3 PM to 4 AM, Saturday from 12 PM to 4 AM, and Sunday from 12 PM to 2 AM. If you are comparing other options, Smalls Jazz Club and The Stonewall Inn may also be useful to consider depending on the kind of night you want.
What's the crowd like at Wilfie & Nell?
The crowd and atmosphere are not verified here. What is confirmed is that Wilfie & Nell has a casual dress code and late hours, so plan with flexibility and check current information before relying on a particular vibe. Marie's Crisis Café is another venue to consider if you are comparing different kinds of nights out.
Is the food good at Wilfie & Nell?
Specific food, cuisine, menu, and pricing details are not verified here. If your group wants the evening to revolve around a confirmed dining plan, compare restaurants with clearer published information; Empellon Taqueria & Bar is one option to research separately. Check Wilfie & Nell's official channels for the latest details.
Does Wilfie & Nell have happy hour deals?
Happy hour deals are not verified here. The confirmed practical details are the casual dress code and the hours: Monday through Wednesday from 4 PM to 2 AM, Thursday from 4 PM to 4 AM, Friday from 3 PM to 4 AM, Saturday from 12 PM to 4 AM, and Sunday from 12 PM to 2 AM. St Jardim is another option to research if you are comparing plans.
Is Wilfie & Nell good for a date?
It can make sense for a casual date if the confirmed late hours and casual dress code fit your plan. For anything that depends on a specific menu, seating setup, or reservation process, verify details directly before going. Smalls Jazz Club and The Stonewall Inn are other venues to compare for different date-night plans.
Location
228 W 4th St, New York, NY 10014
New York City, United States
Compare Wilfie & Nell
| Venue | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Wilfie & Nell | Easy |
| Empellon Taqueria & Bar | Unknown |
| St Jardim | Unknown |
| Smalls Jazz Club | Unknown |
| The Stonewall Inn | Unknown |
| Marie's Crisis Café | Unknown |
Key differences to consider before you reserve.
Also Consider
- Empellon Taqueria & Bar, Notable alternative
- St Jardim, Notable alternative
- Smalls Jazz Club, Notable alternative
- The Stonewall Inn, Notable alternative
- Marie's Crisis Café, Notable alternative
How it compares for a West Village night out
Choose Wilfie & Nell when the goal is a flexible bar stop in the West Village. Empellon Taqueria & Bar is the better fit when food is a bigger part of the decision, while St Jardim is more useful for readers who want a more defined wine-bar feel. Wilfie & Nell is the easier recommendation for an informal group that does not want the evening to revolve around a full meal.
For ambiance, the comparison depends on what kind of night the group wants. Smalls Jazz Club is stronger when live music is the point of the booking, but it asks for a more specific plan. The Stonewall Inn carries more cultural weight and works better for visitors who want a landmark bar experience. Wilfie & Nell is more of a neighborhood-drinks pick, useful when the group wants less programming and more flexibility.
If the night needs performance and crowd participation, Marie's Crisis Café is the clearer choice. If the group wants conversation, a casual date, or a low-pressure birthday stop, Wilfie & Nell is the safer middle lane. None of these should be treated as interchangeable: pick by occasion first, then by location.
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