Elegant bar interior with warm lighting
Midtown Manhattan

Sip the extraordinary

A refined café and cocktail bar on West 50th Street — where expertly crafted coffee gives way to signature slings as the evening deepens.

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The Sling Bar interior with warm ambient lighting and polished bar

Our Story

Two days. One seamless experience.

The Sling Bar was born from a simple conviction: a great drink doesn't need a costume change. Our space transforms naturally — from sunlit mornings of espresso and pastries to candlelit evenings of shaken cocktails and quiet conversation.

Located on West 50th Street, steps from the Theater District, we've become a quiet refuge for New Yorkers who appreciate craft without pretense. Every pour, every stir, every pour-over is an act of attention.

7+

Years serving

30+

Signature cocktails

4

Single-origin coffees

The Experience

Day or night, the attention is the same

Whether you're grabbing a morning pour-over between shows or settling in for an evening sling, every visit is crafted with the same care.

Morning Coffee

Single-origin beans, hand-poured or pulled to order. Paired with fresh pastries from local bakers.

Evening Sling

Our signature cocktails — gin, vodka, and whiskey-based — shaken with house-made syrups and fresh citrus.

Private Events

Host your gathering in our intimate back room. Custom menus, curated wine pairings, and dedicated service.

The Menu

Drinks worth remembering

Our menu changes with the seasons, but a few classics define who we are. Every drink is made to order — no shortcuts, no speed runs.

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The classic Sling cocktail in a coupe glass

The Classic Sling

evening

Old-fashioned whiskey, bitters, a twist of citrus, and a whisper of sweetness. The one that started it all.

A gin-based cocktail with fresh herbs

Midtown Mule

evening

Small-batch vodka, house-made ginger syrup, fresh lime, and a splash of prosecco for the finish.

A beautifully presented pour-over coffee

Pour-Over Flight

morning

Sample three single-origin coffees from rotating regions. Light, complex, and poured with patience.

A dark, rich espresso martini

Espresso Sling

evening

Fresh espresso, aged rum, coffee liqueur, and vanilla. Served either shaken or over a single large cube.

Visit Us

Find your way in

Address

135 W 50th St
New York, NY 10020

Hours

Mon – Sun: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM

Get in Touch

Questions, reservations, or event inquiries — we'd love to hear from you.

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