Manhattan’s Upper East Side has a cocktail bar with a license to thrill. Shaken Not Stirred NYC, located at the corner of East 61st Street and First Avenue, brings James Bond-inspired glamour to Lenox Hill with inventive cocktails, sophisticated interiors and a menu that makes staying for another round a very tempting proposition.
Opened in February 2024, this intimate neighborhood spot was created by hospitality entrepreneur Ertan Kudsil, who envisioned a cocktail destination where creative mixology takes center stage. The result is a stylish, 50-seat lounge with a distinctly cinematic atmosphere. Think moody lighting, plush seating and enough espionage-inspired details to make ordering a martini feel like an undercover assignment.
Cocktails Worth Keeping a Secret
The star attraction at Shaken Not Stirred is its imaginative cocktail program. The original menu featured 14 signature drinks, organized into categories ranging from light and fruity to rich and spirit-forward. House-made mixers, fresh ingredients and carefully selected glassware help make each creation feel like its own little production.
One standout is the Cotton Candy cocktail, which combines vodka, rum, vermouth and strawberry-lime flavors with a playful cotton-candy garnish. For something with more attitude, the Upper East Side cocktail mixes mezcal, rum, sake and chili soda. It’s a spirited combination that proves neighborhood drinks don’t have to play it safe.
Small Plates With Big Personality
The food menu gives guests another reason to settle in. Expect Asian-inspired bites alongside crowd-pleasing favorites, including crispy rice topped with spicy bluefin tuna, calamari, hot-honey ricotta with salami and a house-ground burger. Sushi and sashimi selections also feature on the current menu, making this more than a place to simply sip and socialize.
Plan Your Visit to Shaken Not Stirred
Located at 1113 First Avenue, Shaken Not Stirred is a convenient destination for date nights, after-work drinks and intimate gatherings. Reservations and private-party inquiries are available through its official website.
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For Upper East Side cocktail lovers, this Bond-inspired lounge delivers a deliciously stylish escape. Just remember: loose lips sink ships—but excellent cocktails make great stories.
