Lola N.
12/9/2025
Great vibe, and the cocktails looked amazing. I prefer my spirits straight, but their cocktails were very tempting.
Hard to Explain
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224 E 10th St
New York, NY 10003
Hard to Explain is a vibrant bar located in New York City, designed to evoke the ambiance of Tokyo. Though it offers limited seating, the establishment is known for its lively atmosphere, making it an appealing spot to enjoy thoughtfully crafted drinks.
Since its establishment in 2022, Hard to Explain has built a reputation for its walk-in policy, welcoming guests without reservations. For larger parties, a minimum spend and gratuity will be automatically applied, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all visitors.
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4.5(50)
Cyrus A.
1/11/2026
Hard to Explain is quintessential East Village: tiny, charming, and full of character. They really commit to the Japanese bar theme, all the cocktails are soju-based. Wine and beer are also on...
Lauren M.
7/27/2025
I really like that Hard to Explain is open early on weekends. I stopped in at 1PM on a Sunday and I was the only person there for two hours. I honestly really liked it. It was so chill. Seila was...
Rachel G.
5/26/2025
We happened to be walking down the street and decided to pop in for a drink. It's a small space with a long bar and cute decor. They serve a variety of sake cocktails, natural wine, sake and...
Cindy Z.
4/26/2025
Just like their sister bar, Steight providing various sake and shoju based cocktails in a cozy Japanese speakeasy. We came between 6-7pm, which was happy hour so we got 10% off all drinks too...
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