by Evan P. on I don't know what it is about Jakes Dilemma, but every time I go there, I end up having a great time. From the outside, Jake's looks like a dive bar and looks like a place you might pass by on your way to something more swanky downtown, or a chain like Brother Jimmy's next door, but Jakes is an all around solid bar. The bartender and wait staff do an excellent job taking care of you and making sure you don't have to wait forever for a drink. The drinks are reasonable, especially during happy hours from 4-8pm, which offers a half-priced special. There is an area for dancing and good music from the 80's, 90's and today emanate throughout the bar. Couple this with foozeball. beer pong, pool, arcade games, and even a lounge area resembling a library or old fashioned study, enables you to set your tone for the night. Along with that, every time I go there I end up meeting fun people, who are friendly and more than willing to talk, chill, and grab some drinks with you, which is far from the standard in NYC nightlife
by Ken G. on I will say this place is a scene - I was there last Friday and saw a very good-looking crowd (if you're into extremely polished and waxed dudes) and it was fairly packed. It was disappointing that they charged a $5 cover (apparently a brand new policy) to enter a bar - not a club, but a bar...very disappointing. The music was loud house anthem music and there were some go-go dancers, which I think the place could have done without. If you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy a cocktail and conversation with a friend, this is not your place - if you're looking for a place to look at West Hollywood dudes, this is your spot. You might feel like you'd like to get your groove on here, but there is no dancing. I was going to give this place 3 stars, but I'll give it 2 for the cover charge.
by Rex Siddique on Picture the scene. You're in the Russian Mafia and possibly wear a pinky ring. You own a business that takes cash only but, you're interested in stealing anyone and everyone's leather jacket with their car keys. You want to make sure it's hot and swampy in your club and you like it when the staff is hungover and rude. TaaDaa you're home!
