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The Stinger Cocktail Bar and Kitchen

4.2
4.2
124 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
Step into sophisticated elegance of The Stinger.

The restaurant, bar and lounge welcomes patrons with craft cocktails, an elaborate breakfast buffet and all-day dining for 12PM to 11PM. Join us for our Full American Buffet or Continental Buffet to start your morning with Chef's specialty grill item of the day and our juice of the day.

Discover our new menu by Executive Chef Michael Costello and his brigade.

The cozy atmosphere and tempting libations create a fabulous spot for pre- or post-event drinks just outside of Broadway Theatres.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Lounge, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 803-4545
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Costello
  • Catering
    From fresh seasonal breakfast to full buffet spreads, our catering service takes cues from the diverse cuisines of New York City. Enjoy private dining at InterContinental New York Times Square, from renting out The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen to the use of its private dining rooms filled with natural light and refreshing courtyard garden views.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate a holiday party, a special occasion, or entertain clients in the modern, luxurious ambiance of our private dining rooms. The Stinger is available for full buyouts or semi-private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Theater District
  • Cross street
    44th St & 8th Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal & Subway Station. ACE & 7 trains.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Jazz Evenings with Russ Nolan Jazz Trio

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for memorable evenings of High-Energy Modern Jazz with the Russ Nolan Jazz Trio! Enjoy live saxophone music and soulful grooves on select Tuesdays, from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Scheduled dates: February 4, February 18, March 4, March 18, April 1, April 15.
    Jazz Evenings with Russ Nolan Jazz Trio Photo

What 124 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Stinger Cocktail Bar and Kitchen, part of the Intercontinental Hotel, offers a "great location for the theatre" with a "nice menu variety" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "fantastic cocktails" and "generous wine pours." Despite some mixed service experiences, it's "perfect for pre-event treats" and memorable evenings with friends.

124 Reviews
  1. Sara Lee

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great location for the theatre. Excellent bar and nice menu variety. Told the waiter we only had an hour and he made sure we made it out in time for our show.
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on February 2, 2025
    Sara, thank you for your great review! It's great to know our team made sure you were served promptly so you could make it to your show on time. We hope to welcome you back soon for another excellent experience!

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  2. frederick

    New York City

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely service at breakfast. New set up at that buffet. Lots of great options.
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on January 27, 2025
    Frederick, thank you for the kind words! We’ll be sure to pass along your feedback to the whole team. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the service at breakfast and appreciated the new buffet setup. It's great to know the variety of options stood out to you! We hope to welcome you back again soon

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  3. Julie

    New York City

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This place is located as part of the intercontinental hotel but it had a nice vibe. It is sort of the hotel’s bar and restaurant. Glass of wine with a generous pour. And some nice food selections.
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on January 24, 2025
    Julie, thank you for taking the time to leave a review and share your experience with us. Please come back soon!

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  4. Cathy

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic dinner after seeing a show. The cocktails were delicious! The menu was varied and we enjoyed everything we ordered. Staff was friendly and helpful. Perfect for friends and dates.

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  5. Max

    VIP

    New York City

    63 reviews

    3.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Small table. Poor service People tried but not up to IC standards
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on January 9, 2025
    Max, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. If you’re open to it, we’d appreciate more details about what went wrong so we can address the issues and ensure they don’t happen again. Your input is invaluable as we work to improve. Please feel free to reach out to me through OpenTable messaging

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  6. william

    VIP

    London

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyable meal, helpful staff, great cocktails and tasty food
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on December 29, 2024
    William, thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. We always strive to provide the best service and quality, and we’d love to know if there's anything we can do to make your next visit even better. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!

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  7. Chris

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, excellent service. Drinks are pricey but fantastic. App variety is great and everything was delicious. Perfect for a pre-event treat!
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on December 29, 2024
    Chris, thank you for your 5-star review! We're so glad you had a great experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  8. Ben

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blackened Salmon, Mezze, Club Sandwich all great choices
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on December 25, 2024
    Ben, thank you for your 5-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Salmon, Mezze Plater, and Club Sandwich. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. KB

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Super Fun Way to kick off the holidays and celebrate a birthday ❤️🥂🥂
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on January 6, 2025
    KB.. Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! It means the world to us that we could be a part of your birthday celebration! We hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable moments. Wishing you a year full of happiness and delicious meals ahead

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Fred

    VIP

    Orange County

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great. Especially Jessica! She was fantastic. 
    The Stinger Cocktail Bar and KitchenResponded on December 21, 2024
    Thank you for your great review! We're so happy you enjoyed your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback and will continue working hard to make your next visit even better. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

The Stinger Cocktail Bar and Kitchen is rated 4.2 stars by 124 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Stinger Cocktail Bar and Kitchen

300 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036

Additional information

  • Cross street
    44th St & 8th Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Theater District
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Bar Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Lounge, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    42nd Street-Port Authority Bus Terminal & Subway Station. ACE & 7 trains.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Costello
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 803-4545
  • Catering
    From fresh seasonal breakfast to full buffet spreads, our catering service takes cues from the diverse cuisines of New York City. Enjoy private dining at InterContinental New York Times Square, from renting out The Stinger Cocktail Bar & Kitchen to the use of its private dining rooms filled with natural light and refreshing courtyard garden views.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate a holiday party, a special occasion, or entertain clients in the modern, luxurious ambiance of our private dining rooms. The Stinger is available for full buyouts or semi-private events.
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