Restaurant in New York City, United States
Clemente Bar
1,390Pearl PointsChef-Led Nightcap
About Clemente Bar
Clemente Bar, ranked #118 on the 2026 OAD North America Casual list, offers Mariana Schurt's cocktail program alongside a full menu at 11 Madison Avenue. The room is built for conversation and special occasions, with polished service, consistent execution, a layout that avoids the crush of smaller Manhattan bars. Book 7–10 days ahead for weekends; expect $18–$22 per cocktail and the option to eat without committing to a multi-course format.
Clemente Bar is a Manhattan cocktail bar associated with chef/owner Mariana Schurt. For readers deciding whether it fits a night out, the verified essentials are simple: the venue is a cocktail bar, the dress code is smart casual, it is in Manhattan.
Because specific details such as address, menu structure, drink list, pricing, seating layout, reservation windows, hours, service format are not verified here, treat those as items to confirm directly with Clemente Bar before planning around them. The safest expectation is a Manhattan cocktail bar rather than a venue defined here by a particular menu, ranking, or booking strategy.
What is verified about Clemente Bar
Clemente Bar is best described, based on verified information, as a cocktail bar in Manhattan. That supports it as an option for guests seeking a cocktail-bar setting with a smart-casual dress code, but the available verified facts do not confirm specific cocktails, spirits, wine, sake, food pairings, tasting formats, or any ranking placement.
If you are comparing it with other named cocktail-bar options, keep the comparison broad: Bar Contra, Katana Kitten, Pegu Club, Sip & Guzzle, Tigre are the relevant peer names to consider alongside Clemente Bar. For any specific differences in menus, atmosphere, reservations, or group suitability, verify current details with each venue.
Practical notes: booking, timing, what to expect
Reservations: Specific booking windows, walk-in availability, peak times are not verified here, so confirm directly before going. Dress: Smart casual is the verified dress code. Budget: Pricing is not verified here, so do not rely on a fixed cocktail or per-person estimate without checking current information from the venue.
If you're exploring Manhattan's cocktail scene more broadly, our full Manhattan bars guide can help frame Clemente Bar among other local options. On the verified record, Clemente Bar should be presented simply as a Manhattan cocktail bar led by Mariana Schurt, with smart-casual dress, rather than as a venue defined by unconfirmed rankings, menus, prices, or service details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Clemente Bar accommodate groups?
Group accommodation is not verified here. Contact Clemente Bar directly for current seating and reservation details before planning a group visit.
Is Clemente Bar good for a special occasion?
It may be a fit if you want a Manhattan cocktail bar with a smart-casual dress code. Specific details about atmosphere, service style, occasion packages are not verified here, so confirm directly if the visit depends on those factors.
What should I wear to Clemente Bar?
The verified dress code is smart casual. Choose polished, neat clothing rather than assuming formalwear is required.
What should I order at Clemente Bar?
Specific cocktails, food items, menu formats are not verified here. Ask the staff for current recommendations when you visit.
What are alternatives to Clemente Bar in Manhattan?
Other named options to compare with Clemente Bar include Bar Contra, Katana Kitten, Pegu Club, Sip & Guzzle, Tigre. Check current venue details directly when comparing menus, reservations, atmosphere.
How far ahead should I book Clemente Bar?
A specific booking window is not verified here. Check Clemente Bar's current reservation process directly before planning a visit.
Can I eat at the bar at Clemente Bar?
Bar seating, food availability, menu format are not verified here. Confirm current service details directly with Clemente Bar.
Location
11 Madison Avenue, Manhattan, New York, United States
New York City, United States
Compare Clemente Bar
| Venue | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Clemente Bar | Easy |
| Sip & Guzzle | Unknown |
| Katana Kitten | Unknown |
| Pegu Club | Unknown |
| Tigre | Unknown |
| Bar Contra | Unknown |
How Clemente Bar compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.
Also Consider
- Sip & Guzzle, Cocktail Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Katana Kitten, Cocktail Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Pegu Club, Cocktail Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Tigre, Cocktail Bar, Cocktail Bar
- Bar Contra, Cocktail Bar, Cocktail Bar
Clemente Bar sits in Manhattan's mid-tier cocktail scene, more polished than walk-in spots like Sip & Guzzle, quieter and more spacious than the perennially packed Katana Kitten, easier to book than the now-closed Pegu Club, which defined the city's craft-cocktail era before shuttering. If you want a room where you can actually hear your conversation and the service feels intentional rather than rushed, Clemente Bar is the better pick over Katana Kitten, which skews younger and louder after 9 PM. For a more intimate, counter-focused experience with a tighter drinks list, Tigre offers a smaller room and more direct bartender interaction, though seating is limited and walk-ins are hit-or-miss.
Bar Contra runs a similar playbook, serious cocktails, shareable food, a room that accommodates groups, but its location and slightly higher price point position it as a splurge option. Clemente Bar is the smarter choice if you want the full cocktail-and-dinner experience without the premium that comes with a more exclusive address. For ease of booking and a reliable experience on short notice, Clemente Bar edges out most of its peers; you can lock down a weekend table 7–10 days out, while Katana Kitten and Tigre often require either walk-in patience or booking three weeks ahead during busy months.
If you're looking for value, Sip & Guzzle offers lower prices and a more casual vibe, but the drinks program is less refined and the room lacks the polish that makes Clemente Bar work for special occasions. For date nights, business dinners, or any situation where you want to impress without dealing with a multi-hour tasting menu, Clemente Bar is the safest bet in this, consistent, accommodating, designed for people who want a full evening out rather than a quick drink between dinner and whatever comes next.
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