Katra

Everything we were promised we were given!!!!!!!!! No line, no cover, great music, great staff and security was so helpful, Crowd was wonderful and mixed. We like, we like and we will be back. Once again Chris you keep your word. P.S you owe me a shot Pros: Soup to Nuts GREAT Cons: Not more places like Katra more

We came for dinner here for my wife?s birthday on Friday Night and were very happy with Katra. The food was beautiful and timely. Our waitress was very attentive and mannerly. The cocktails are unique and tasty with their Pomegranate martini going down very well. The Lamb Tagine is out of this world by the way. All together a perfect evening. Pros: Very Nice Cons: None more

We were out last night in the city and came across a club called Katra on the Bowery. Everybody in the neighborhood had lines and were telling us no entry for our group of twenty. My girlfriend was getting upset because we could get in no where all private parties we were told and then there was Katra. We walked up to the door with our group and were told the same thing that it was all private parties and then this Irish guy came up to us and told us to come back in forty five minutes and that he would make sure that we would get in. He then called another bar around the corner and told them that we his friends and to take care of us until he could get us in. We went back to Katra at 12 and immediately as the doorman was telling us that they were full I heard this Irish guy shout through the door that he promised us entry and he was a man of his word and we were let in. It made out night as we all had so much fun and to our surprise all the staff were so nice. The bartender "Chris oh so cute" bought my girlfriend a drink for her birthday and Mark who was a doorman kept checking on us as he under instructions to make sure we were happy. We were all amazed as we had not even booked. The drinks are nice and this place is a little pricey but when we did not pay cover it all adds up. The lounge itself has two levels and the crowd was mixed and friendly. The dj was ok and miss but we were told the usual guy was on holiday and he was great. I will definitely come back here and all my friends were so happy so this is my new favorite place. I did not get the Irish Guys name but thanks!!! Pros: Club, Staff , Service, Chris behind the bar! and the Irish guy Cons: The fortyfive minutes we spent in the other bar! more

We had the best time at Katra. The food was great and the service excellent. 2 words Pomegranate Martini. Everyone drank, everyone danced and no one wanted the night to end. Chris and the staff were great to us. more

I had my birthday party in the downstairs area at Katra and it was an awesome night. We got a bottle and reserved a few couches and the service was great. We never had to wait for anything and the owner Chris personally made sure that we were having a good time; his staff is great. I invited over 100 people and everyone got in without a problem as they don't keep people waiting outside unless the place is full. The crowd was good and there was just the perfect amount of people there as you could easily dance and talk to each other yet the place was still busy. The best part about the night was the music, as it kept us on our feet until the early hours of the morning. I definitely recommend Katra for anyone who wants a fun night out. Many of my friends from that night say they will be returning soon. Pros: Great service and music more

My birthday was June 15, and I wanted to bring all my friends together to party on Saturday night June 14th, I was so stressed out but CHRIS the manager handled it all, his team is awesome!!! I reserved 2 tables downstairs, ordered a couble bottles and invited about 25 people, they all had no problems getting in, we had the best service, our waitresses (michelle and a hot blonde i cant remember her name) were amazing, they kept coming down to check on us! Somehow the other people who reserved tables found out it was my birthday and they sent rounds of shots for me and all my girls, I am Jamaican and I was worried they wouldnt play reggae,,,, but again that was no problem, the DJ hooked us up and played some of my favorites,,,,,he played it all house, R&B, Hip Hop even techno. I would recommend this place to anyone!! Chris you are AMAZING!! Thanks for making my birthday a blast, my friends are still talking about it. Pros: Service Cons: n/a more

I had the greatest time ever here! Good crowd and music **Kid Rock's DJ was there** The food was tastey as well, and unlike most clubs it wasn't really hard to get in. I met the owner, Chris, and him and his staff are great! They make you feel like you are VIP even if you are not in VIP! I even tried hooka there, which was pretty cool. Over all good food, good service, GREAT PLACE! Pros: Service, Food, Decor, Chris and Staff Cons: A little far downtown, but VERY worth it :) more

I had my bday party at Katra last July and loved it. Chris was great in helping me coordinate everything, and the waitress was super nice and quick. Good customer service, good music, fun atmosphere. I had about 50 friends come in throughout the night and everyone had a good time. I'm going to have my party at Katra again in a couple of weeks and am looking forward to another fun night out! more

I hosted my wife?s 30th birthday party on Saturday, May 31st at Katra. What a blast! The music, food, and atmosphere were great and there was absolutely no hassle whatsoever for my guests. Chris and his staff were extremely attentive to our needs and were completely flexible with everything. I highly recommend Katra ? both for a good night out and for hosting any special occasion. You will not regret it! more

I was at Katra last November for a girlfriend?s birthday and then February for my birthday both on a Friday. No cover. What a fabulous time! Drinks were on, MUSIC even better, Free buffet and all other menu items so tasty! Very accommodating even without VIP nonsense. Not pretentious at all. Nice mixed crowd of working adults. I will be back there for the summer. Pros: Music,Food,Atmosphere more

I just went to Katra this Saturday night. We were in town for a bachelorette party. I reserved a VIP table for the eight of us, which was very easy to do over the phone. We showed up late for our reservation and they were very understanding. Fortunately we weren't that late, but the staff and manager did not hassle us at all about it. Then the worst thing happened, I realized I forgot my ID. Having been the one that made the reservation I was afriad that I was going to be denied access as well as lose the table for my friends. The manager and staff were very understanding and let me and my friends in. It was so wonderful!! Once inside the place is not only beautiful but very clean. We were brought right to our table and given out waitress for the night. She was very good and prompt with our drinks. The music was fantastic there as well. Only complaint I have is that when I went upstairs (since our table was downstairs) to check it out, I ordered a drink from the bartender up there. She not only gave me the wrong drink, but then was very rude to me when I said it was incorrect and I wasn't going to drink it. Last but not least for those ladies out there, the bathrooms had NO LINES!!! Every time I wanted to use the facility I just walked right in and out. And it wasn't because the club wasn't crowded. They just have enough bathrooms to not have the line problem I guess. I know that was the icing on the cake for this place. So if you are looking for a great club, with great music, impectable staff and well managed, I would say defintely check out Katra! Pros: Staff/Management, Music, Atmosphere Cons: Drinks can be costly more

I'll be honest, hosting a party in new york city is kinda stressful. You want to have it at a cool place but you don't want to worry about people not being able to get in, rude bouncers, and it being too crowded. Katra was an absolutely phenomenal place to host a party. The waitresses were attentive, the music was hip, the crowd diverse, the bartenders were actually nice and chris the owner is awesome. I am not one to rave about clubs either, this is actually my first review but Katra really deserves it. I invited about 70 people and everyone had a great time. trust me, go and you won't be disappointed. Pros: service, music, decor, doormen Cons: none more

I had my birthday party at Katra on 4/19/08. My boyfriend and girlfriend reserved the VIP section for my event and we had a blast!!! The atmosphere, the service, and the attention from Chris, the OWNER was absolutely amazing. My guests entered with no problems and really enjoyed themselves. I could not have asked for a better DJ. I had a good mix of people and personalities, so the fact that he was able to satisfy everyone was more than a plus. I would definitely recommend Katra as a place to host your event or even just to chill. Thanks Chris, for running such a great business and making this birthday a memorable one for me. Pros: Great Management, Beautiful Space Cons: None...ok, maybe street parking, but you can take a cab! more

My girlfriend and I have been to Katra for cocktails and light fare a few times, and have had nothing but great things to say about it. Staff is very gracious, friendly and make you feel at ease. Good drinks, great food, etc etc etc. But that's not what this review is about When it came time for my girlfriends birthday party, what better a place than Katra. However, we didn't do much planning (we never called ahead to see if anything else was going on that night). So when the time came for the actual party. After the invites went out, after everyone had RSVPd. We arrive at Katra to find out that a charity event has booked the entire place for the night. Panic ensues, but who comes to the rescue?? Oh just the owner, Christopher, who proceeds to immediately make accommodation's for us downstairs, and informs his staff of our party, so as our friends and guests arrive the just tell the doorman and are escorted our party. He then sends a bottle of champagne over to wish my girlfriend Happy Birthday. It was a great night with great friends at a great lounge owned by a great guy. Thanks Chris! more

I had a surprise party here over this past weekend. I have to say that Chris (the owner) made this extremely easy for me and set up the most perfect party for us. We had most of the downstairs. He let us decorate and bring in our own cake. The staff was amazing, really nice, and there were no problems what so ever. The downstairs is perfect for a big party and the upstairs is also really nice and cool with private booths. All in all this was one of the best parties i have thrown in New York City. I cannot possibly thank the staff enough for making this a great evening. Have your party at Katra, you will not regret it. Pros: Amazing Venue Amazing staff. Amazing party more

I had a party last weekend and we were taken care of spectacularly. The music was great, the atmosphere fun and inviting, and all my guests had a terrific time. Thanks so much for everything! more

I did my research on Katra before I did my party here on Sat Nite and yes I found a little of what I read hard to believe. Great Service, Nice Doorman, Nice Crowd, Great Food, Good Music, Owner who personally takes care of you. Sure I said!!!!!!!!!! Well I am a believer now. Katra is all those things and more. Its a breath of fresh air for the nightlife industry in NYC and I so happy to report that this place when it comes to service puts all others to shame. And to top it off at the end of the night the owner came over to my girl and gave her a btl of champagne for her birthday without anyone of us telling then that that was why we were there. This place rocks in my book more

After we were turned away from R Bar we went accross the road with our party to a bar we never heard of called Katra. First time there and what a difference a hundred yards makes. Were very polite and asked us what party we were with and then we were told we were turned away from Bar accross the street so Door Guy told me we would be going with the alcoholic party!!!! We got in and had a great time and enjoyed ourselves. Nice crowd and good vibe. Our night turned out good in the end and I am thanking Katra for that. We will come back Pros: Easy door, Nice Crowd Cons: Little Expensive more

Recently, I threw a party at KATRA and (I must admit) it was the best party experience that I've had in a NYC club in a long time. Everyone from the club owner to the waitress and bathroom staff, were unbelievably helpful and kind. Plus, the ambiance is so hot. The layout and decor is top notch. I'm not too sure who the dj was that night, but he was completely on point! I absolutely recommend to anyone who considers themselves to be chic, hot, and festive. I'm pretty sure that won't be my last time at the new hot spot, KATRA. Pros: Great service, Great music, Great location, Great decor! Cons: None more

Friendly door policy with respectful bouncers, great management, reasonable prices, great service, great decor, great music and so on... it's hard to find a flaw in this LES lounge/club. Threw a party for a group of roughly 25 here and I can't stop saying good things about this place! It was packed but not to the point of being uncomfortable.. we reserved an upstairs cabana that only required a two bottle minimum regardless of party size! Oh, did I mention this was for a Saturday night?! I will definitely be back for future events/parties. Pros: unpretentious, service, price, decor Cons: none more