The Library, named for the building's original use as the Astor Library, is a central element of the mezzanine level, newly built with the revitalization of our landmark building's downtown home at Astor Place. Open late nightly for dinner and cocktail service, the hidden away space plays dinner bar, watering hole or backstage lounge to downtown denizens and neighborhood dwellers, theater-goers coming or going, academics and artists alike.

  Our cocktail list uses choice spirits and seasonal house-made mixers from the kitchen, combining tried and true technique and a charming approach to the classics. Our wine list features a small collection of grower champagnes and beers on tap. Chefs Andrew Carmellini and Michael Oliver have created an eclectic, American menu of bar snacks, shareable appetizers, sandwiches, dinner plates and desserts sourcing local ingredients and New York influence that is available in both The Library and Joe's Pub.