The Box

After reading the reviews I was worried about coming here but I also heard that The Box is iconic and a place everyone should go at least one time so Im glad I did. Luckily the event was sponsored so I didn’t have to pay for drinks nor did I wait outside in the long line outside neither so I avoided the common complaints here. The bartenders were cool. It was loud so I had to yell for them to hear but everything was ok. Inside was cool, different, and had a nice vibe. I could see why ppl enjoy this place, it did feel exclusive. I would definitely come back here and I would tell others to at least visit once. Im not mad at this place.

Headline: Probably way overhyped, fun to try and visit once but I think I don’t need to go backDetails: Of course we’ve heard of The Box as ~the~ club in NYC so we had to try. Couldn’t find out how to make a reservation or guest list so my friend (hot girl) and I decided just to try and get there early. Arrived right around 11:10pm, short line, we were told that if you didn’t have a ticket tonight you weren’t getting in. We went to a nearby spot for some nice dancing for an hour, and came back. The line was still pretty short; after waiting for about 15 minutes, the two pairs of girls in front of us in line were turned away, and my friend and I and the two girls in front of us were beckoned to go in. Not sure why, seems totally arbitrary. No cover, and just an ID check. Got in, completely empty space, drinks were fine (two tequila shots were about $25 each and we asked for salt but they didn’t have any). We stood at the front of the non-reservation section — the shows came on at 1:30am and 2:30am for about 15 minutes each time. The shows were alright: I guess they’re raunchy enough, more going for the shock factor than anything.I think one of the main problems is the advertising of this place as a club, and to me it seems more like a burlesque / cabaret type of performance night. Before and in between the shows, there’s mediocre house music and also no place to dance, so everyone is literally standing around. After the second show ended, everyone literally got up and left (around 3am). If there was a music and a dance floor, plus performances, I could definitely understand the hype more. Confer somewhere like The Stranger where they have performances and activities and dancing — that place left a much better impression on me.

I know multiple woman now who have gotten their drinks SPIKED by the people who WORK AT THE BAR!! especially as a woman I would not come here for my own safety. Seems like a trafficking scheme going on in this establishment, and everyone is in on it

If I could give this place negative 10 stars I would. Literally received confirmation I had a table weeks prior. Show up and told no you don’t have a table, because there were only two of us. Then let in and the show started around 2 am and was horrific. There was an elderly man putting on the whole show. And it was absolutely embarrassing. There was zero talent and thought put into the show. There is a lot of mystery and intrigue around this place but this was absolutely a waste of time and money. Two drinks cost over $50.

Thursday show was lit 🔥🔥 look out for Daddy Nicholas & Pepper… such amazing acts. The mix was superb for me and the breaks between acts was just in sync .. concrete jungle never disappoints .. try know someone who knows some1 type of club to get in and that’s why it felt extra special 😎

Ruined my birthday! My friend and I, both POC women, were invited by a promoter who had reserved a table. Once we reached the front of the line, everyone in our group was allowed in except for us. The hostess singled me out, stating, “She can’t come inside tonight.” When I asked why we were denied and inquired whether entry would be possible by paying for a bar tab or table, the bouncers dismissed me, advising to leave and not to “make it worse” for myself. This was a humiliating way to spend what should have been a special day. It’s unbelievable that such a racist establishment is still in business.

Please do not go here! the owner and bartenders have a history of putting roofies in people’s drinks and the security and everyone who works there are in on it too. also, any club that “picks” people based on outfits, especially giving 0 instructions on a dress code is LAME. it’s giving high school mean girls like are yall really that miserable you only let people come into your club if they’re dressed a certain way or look like a good candidate to roofie? this place should be SHUT DOWN. owner needs to be brought to court. club full of shallow people working there who have no soul. stop drugging women!

These folks are a MESS. I made a reservation a month in advance. In the email details, it says that a reservation guarantees your table but you have to get there by 12am. My friend and I arrived there by 11:20pm. We asked which line to get on, and the bouncer said if we had reservations to wait on this line. We waited until a little after 12am. When we got up to the door and they checked our reservation, they told us that there was a problem with our reservation. When we inquired further, he told us they gave our table away and there were no other available tables. What????? If we had a reservation and arrived well before we had to be there, Im not sure what the problem was. It looks like they pick and choose who they let in, no matter if you have a reservation. And it looks like they just keep people waiting in line outside to make the place look cooler than it is. Because while they slowly let people in, nobody was leaving the venue. Ive been to several nightclubs and never had this experience before. Dont waste your time going there.

I’ve been to the Box countless times in the last 4 years and I have to say, my satisfaction varies based on the night due to several things. Unfortunately, the bartenders tend to be a bit standoffish/unwelcoming unless they know you (I’ve been on both sides of this spectrum). Our last outing there recently was a bit inconvenient as well because coat-check was at capacity. The environment is enticing and mysterious and the acts always deliver which is definitely why the venue has such a high acclaim. Be prepared to spend money, be prepared to be packed in and be prepared for unexpected circumstances !

You have to dress a certain way to get in the place and they roofie womens drinks here. Dont come here,this place needs to get shut down.

Listen, Im not just some rando who leaves bad reviews. Im a financial professional, a mover and shaker in this city. I take my team to the hottest clubs, and let me tell you, those bouncers messed up BIG TIME. What club turns down a group of people flush with bonus cash and draped in kiton.

I guess I saw a paid advertisement on Instagram for the box, but it’s just amazing. They don’t have a single comment that’s more than one star, how can I start work for you guys? 👏🏼👏🏼

The bouncer Marcus is on a power trip, told us we would get in waited in line for over an hour then proceeded to not let group of 3 through the door.

Everyone working at this club are in on DRUGGING their customers! DO NOT COME HERE

Had the best night ever here! My bottle server was Grace! If you have a chance to have her serve you don’t pass it up! Might move in here

Staff was nice but the performances were genuinely lack luster. If you don’t know someone like I did, you aren’t getting in, just being honest.Crazy enough, I wish they were stricter in their occupancy limit bc the layout makes it impossible for a crowd to safely manage. They should sell exactly 200 tickets a night and that’s it. Any more people it’s literally dangerous for the crowding. That’d take care of the line issue too

The lady with the atrocious glasses working the list at the door has the nastiest attitude. Don’t understand why they would have someone representing their place like this.

SEVERAL women have reported being drugged at this place. Pls don’t go

People who take time out of their busy lives to go to The Box should be granted barf bags, free of charge, as a necessary courtesy. The staff was rude and obnoxious, the entertainers were hideous and untalented and the prices were obscene.

Quite an evening to be had here! The team does a great job here, bouncers/staff/managers - everything ran smoothly and they really put on a show. Definitely have to cross this off the NYC night out bucket list at least once!

They spike woman’s drinks here; I’m talking the people behind the bar. Stay cautious

Bill Kaulitz was there in 2008, and it was the first time he snorted cocaine.

Friend got drugged by bartender security seen her on the floor and looked away they need to get shut down

This place should be closed down. They roofied my friends drink. Please look into this

My friends and I waited in line for 20 min and Marcus denied us due to racism and let the two girls that were with us in…

Paid for second floor VIP and was placed in first floor booth. We complained (bc we paid for second floor) and then was told we had to leave by manager. Never again.

The bouncers are sad sack wannabes who are rude to people solely to make themselves feel better. A true power trip for them. Even though the acts are cool this place isn’t worth your time. Better off going somewhere with actual cool people.

Multiple women are speaking out about being drugged at this place, please avoid at all costs!

Reserved a booth for our group approximately a week prior to going, so our night out was definitely planned. Service was absolutely horrible as was the booth given. Booth had dried vomit spread out on the base of the sill and reeked, for a supposed fully sold night out we were given a booth with dried vomit? Server and the rest of management were dismissive and negligent of our concerns and requests--completely, ludicrously undeserving of the thousands of dollars they have charged our group with.They had also double charged our group for an unwarranted transaction. Completely egregious and unprofessional behavior. There are better places to go spend a night in NYC. Do not ruin any of yours here.

Overpriced and amateurish. I am not sure how they are able to survive in NYC given the level of competition. Perhaps, the acts were better back in the day and they are still riding the wave. I think if you were to pull 10 random people off the street and give them an hour to come up with four “sexy” cabaret acts you would get better quality performances than what the box currently puts up.If you want to see a proper burlesque show there is a place at Jefferson st station in Bushwick.

The workers have a history of putting roofies into peoples drinks

DRUG and HUMAN TRAFFICK their patrons. Stay far away.

One of the black male bouncers at the door (not sure his name, maybe around early 40s, very short haircut) was EXTREMELY rude to me the second I walked up. He just stood there staring me down, glaring at me, saying nothing...so that thoroughly confused me and then I asked him, Do you work here? He got really mad and responded, Are you serious?! In a very mean disrespectful tone.He didnt try to help me and seemed like he couldnt spare a minute to talk to me when he was just standing there.(Being from a very friendly liberal city in the south, I was not used to a worker not greeting customers and asking what he could help with, so despite his uniform it was hard for me to comprehend he was actually working - thats why I stood there in disbelief and politely asked him if he worked there.)I had a private invitation, was put on the guest list, and well-dressed. I had to go through numerous employees in order to finally get myself and my two guests in despite being on the private list.It was extremely crowded and impossible to see the show. People were standing on the sofa blocking the view completely. Most of the time was spent on intermission and barely any spent on actual performance.Staff needs customer service training ASAP. Some of them are terrible people, ruining the entire experience.

After waiting 30 minutes on line, did not allow admittance due to ratio of male to females. Tabe reserved didnt help entrance.

Yes pls have us wait 2 hours in line so that we get to the front and tell us we can’t get in. so cool of you black guys 😊 cherry on top those behind us could get in 😊

Too cool for schoolFood no so okTables expensive and everyone is pushing you and in your table.For that prices no no no.If you can get in as a walk in worseyou can’t breath, move around and wait forever for a extremely expensive drink. Not worth it.

The people who work there help slip pills in drinks.

Worst place they make you do reservations then decide to let you in or not

Incredibly cringe. Do not go here lol have some taste

The black bouncer with glasses is on a high horse and a someone needs to humble him. He was very disrespectful to me almost as if it was bc I was a black woman and referred to me as a reject for attempting to get into this club two nights in a row. I was just on vacation and not from here trying to have a good time! Wont be returning!

We tried to enter very first time from Europe but we were declined without a reasonable explanation.

Hate that you get a table and they take the shots away when you are not looking. The head security guard was the best! Show, DJ and the MC were awesome.

Bouncers denied 3 girls on a Wednesday at 11:30p, what a joke lol

Super sketchy club known to roofie and traffic women!!!

Horrible place wana pay 30$ for house vodka soda go here

Bouncers arbitrarily deny entry. Make sure you don’t look at them the wrong way. Management should look into this.

Absolutely fantastic! If you want authentic burlesque, and a beautiful & mysterious environment - The Box is all of that and more. Go dressed with style, because entry at the front is more like Studio 54. I cant wait to go back!

This place is useless just for looser , the people who work there are rude and racist, the two security are powerful only because they work at the door and abuse you for no reason, if you want to spend money do not do it in this place… This place just need to close forever….The place is small and dirty, the drink are overpriced and no alcohol inside, full of kids and no class …

This place has MAJOR trafficking allegations go somewhere else

Lol who comes here anymore place peaked in 2012 fogettaboutit

I thought that the place was wonderful. I was with someone who wasnt all dressed up. I was dressed nicely for a cocktail party. We got in within 10 minutes. I made my way all the way to the front and met some amazing people. The show was wonderful. The guests were amazing and the staff was average and normal for what Ive grown to expect in NYC for the most part.

Very interesting spot. I usually have a fun time... bar is always great service.. shows were very entertaining... HOWEVER, the door is extremely pretentious... I tried going recently without my usual friend who gets me in... and they essentially treated me and my party like we were diseased. It was embarrassing to say the least.. to have them lie to our face and say it was full but then proceeded let in at least 10-12 people while we stood there in the freezing cold. Not sure Ill be back...Im not a newbie, I know you have to be in the cool crowd to get in anywhere... but have the decency to say hey look if you dont have a connection or a reservation, you wont be getting in dont make us stand there in the freezing cold.

Kayla is amazing with customer serve, she let us know all the options and went in with the sweetest smile, if you visit this place please see her!

Interesting place, very similar to house of yes but with a different crowd. A little bit more upscale (maybe too much). Recommend getting there much earlier than the show starts to make to a good spot to see the show. Also keep in mind a long line, where the staff lets in pretty girls before other groups.

This was one of the most unique nights out Ive had in a long time. The performances on stage were all original and sexy (or weird depending on your disposition). The service was on point and made sure everyone was properly seated during performances so that we could see the stage clearly. The space was intimate and had a speakeasy feel to it.

I wish I could give a review about the inside of this place, but unfortunately we never got in. Waited over 30 minutes on a night where it was completely DEAD inside. We even asked the bouncers about how long it would take to get in, first they said it would be an undetermined amount of time because we didnt have a reservation. Later, they told us we just needed to be okay with waiting and we might never get in. Then, they offered to let us in if we paid $500 for a bottle. Not table service, but just for 1 bottle. The line was over 25 people long - it was clear they were just looking for status and a crowd. I would never try to go here again!

Performers are fairly trained and look to be circus members, but the space is so crowded that you cant even move🙄

Go here if you want to have the worst time of your life lol. I went inside expecting a really cool, fun time and the place was filled with 18 year old children dancing to S Club 7 and T pain. Enter at your own risk haha - so embarrassingly bad

Very rude and obnoxious staff! Can let you wait in the cold for hours, while knowing the whole time they aint planning on letting you in. We were just 2 guys, (minorities) dressed normal, not drunk. They didnt even bother bsing us its for reservations only . Not even the decency of telling us outright were not welcome. No, they just kept us waiting and waiting, skipping over us on the line to let others in, using us as a prop, it should seem from the street lika major party . Giza. Not cool.Save your time and money and go to The slipper room or Nurse Betty

Did not meet our expectations. We had to buy the pricey entry fee to be at the bar with a bottle of champagne (a couples package) ! Initially we thought it was a good deal because we had heard that people get turned away at the door if they dont have a reservation. We were there mainly to see the performances that start at 1:30 a.m. We were the only couple at the bar with a champagne bottle!!! The place filled up by midnight and everyone was buying just their own drinks. We wish we had that option. We were stuck with our champagne that we could hardly finish! But, as I said we had to reserve with that option because wanted to get in and not get turned away at the door. But, then all the others who got in, we wondered how much they paid at the door!!! Because they were young kids wearing t-shirts, with no sense of clothing, did not look wealthy enough to be able to pay an exorbitant entry fee. We looked kinda out of place with our fancy attire! Either way, being at the bar is not always necessarily a bad place to see a show! But, it IS at the Box. Now, let me move on to the performance. Pretty awful and off the wall. I can imagine why they have such acts, because thats the only thing that will call for attention from the drunken crowd. Any good act will be completely ignored! We had a much much higher expectation of this place. But, now we have done it and it was our first and last. We prefer, by any means, Slipper Room in the LES, 100% better than this place. In Slipper Room, you can have the booze and see a really quality variety show, kinky and off the wall and full of talents and you spend nothing close to the couples package price at the Box! So, I hope you will make a wiser choice for your entertainment, after reading my review. Learn from others mistakes, thats what I always say!!!

I have been wanting to experience the box for a while now so going in today was super exciting for me until I got there. They dismissed my passport because it was a older picture of me (which I completely understand) but what really dumbfounded me was when “thai” came out and told the man that was vouching for me that he was not allowed in because he was vouching for us... that literally doesn’t make sense, especially because they let me in!!! This whole experience has left me super confused and I definitely don’t want to go back, considering the awful customer service from Thai. If you’re not letting someone in, at least give them a valid reason instead of feeling entitled just because you work there. Sad, because I’ve heard so many great things about the box but I didn’t want to stay there after seeing another customer being treated so poorly.

I was out with a group of friends for my birthday and thought going to the Box might be a good idea.There were about 10 of us in the group (mixed race - Asian, Latino and black, all educated professionals (ivy-league Phd grads, lawyers, bankers, entrepreneurs etc...) who live and work in NYC). We lined up as directed and when it was our turn, the bouncer eyed the group, pointed at us and said This is not happening and shoved us off. We are appalled by the way we were turned away for not apparent reason.There may be reasons why we were turned away - either the club is at its full capacity; some of us are not dressed appropriately, or there is a minimum spend for the group etc... We were not given any explanation but simply bounced. It may not be outright racism but the bouncers action certainly came across as racist and repugnant. You can turn people away at your club, but you can do so with courtesy and respect. This is especially infuriating when we were ready to drop a couple thousand dollars.This is 2019 in New York City, lets recognize this wildly disrespectful behavior that is pervasive among bouncers at these popular establishments in the city and do something about it - Behavior like this needs to be called out and condemned. As customers, we should not have to accept that bouncers have the right to treat you poorly. As a matter a fact, no one should be treated with such disrespect, period.

Fun place, everyone is super cool and chill no drama. Great show and vibes. We love juan the bouncer. True class act 🥰🥰🥰🥰

Disgusting tbh. needs to be investigated

This club is unique in NYC. The club requires you to have good manners. In order to get inside you have to dress to impress. The shows are amazing and very surprising. People are nice and very sweet if you know how to interact with them.

I dress in late 1800s suits so I never have a problem getting in (plus, I know a few people that work there)..I hear the cover is usually high. Girls usually have no problem, especially if they are dressed sultry.. but guys, break out your wallet...

I hate pretentious clubs who dont let people in. Just saw everyone get in except my group. Never coming back

I’ve been to many bars in ny but the box is one of a kind! If you like to experience or surprise your friend to some exotic, eye-opening late night performance, this is the place to be. No spoilers here but all I can say is it takes some to create what they put on the stage. And no photos allowed-pay your respect and don’t get kicked out :)

Why would Anyone give a business one star because they can’t do more than google(Millennials). There were social media outlets that indicated this business has indeed been closed since COVID-along with every other dance/club bar venue in NYC. 🙄In any event:🔽🔽🔽🔽🔽What a beautifully designed space that reminds me of what this great city is all about. ☮️💕☮️💕☮️

The Box has a great venue and great customer service. It does however lack Burlesque. Naked is not Burlesque! The show, which by the way had an amazingly talented MC, first set lasted all of 15 minutes, and then it became an anything goes club for the next hour. Plus the whole idea of booking a table with a one bottle minimum, is to have exclusivity, privilege. What I got was my table blocked in, and I was stepped on by a intoxicated neighbor. All for over $2000.00. This could be an amazing place, and some probably think it is, but it is not Burlesque.

Incredibly rude staff- we were told to wait in a line and did so for over 20 minutes. A friend politely asked when the doors would open and the guy in front pretended not to hear her. It was so awkward other people were nervously laughing in line. It was the very first time someone asked him a questions and his response was so hostile and rude, so petulant and really inappropriate. Once inside it became clear the whole staff all had the same attitude problem. I just cannot understand businesses where exclusivity is confused with hostility towards people trying to hang out at their place. We all arrived at the bar excited for a really fun night and they just took the entire night down and kinda ruined the whole night . We just went to a place across the street and had drinks and tried to joke about it but what a buzzkill. You guys really need to work on your attitude. This bar is just really trashy.

The men at the door at very rude and disrespectful. I simply asked what the fee to enter the club would be and the man looked at me and said 5k then shortly later changed it to 12k. The guy had no manners at all. I would’ve been willing to make a RSVP for a different day, but not now based on the way the men disrespected me. They are so stuck up and obviously do not enjoy working there or their lives are miserable enough. LMFAO!!By the way, I dont normally write reviews but I had to this time to warn others about this place. It’s not worth it. Don’t waste your time or money.

Poor attitude in the entrance.Made people wait in line for an hour, with the selector busy picking up a girl. A huge amount of people, including beautiful girls, have in and went to different place instead. I recommend people to go to a better place as their time is too precious for waiting on them.

Don’t leave New York City without visiting this ensemble of a joint. The doorman will make you feel like you’re in another country with his boorish attitude but once you enter the fun pops off and so might your clothes. Enjoy the performances and be sure to mingle with the crowd!!

Arrived at 11:50 and while we the first three girls in line, we waited 30 minutes without getting let in so we had to leave. If you have time to waste, feel free to stand in line otherwise best to drop money on a reservation for a table.

You are not actually allowed to take pics inside, so...The place is great, people are fun and the shows are incredible - loved the concept. Definitely not the usual club! Will def go again if in NY

Went for a work event so the performances were very tame. But it was so fun. The host was amazing and had a great voice. The venue itself is cool with lots of little corners to sit

The short bald man running the door needs to be fired immediately. When we first arrived in line I heard him tell one of his employees that he should go jump off the roof of the building. Next he looks over at us, points at me (white looking male) goes ok I like you, then points at the rest of the guests I’m with and does that very condescending and disrespectful wagging of his hand as to say they weren’t good enough (mind you in with 3 beautiful woman and a young Asian man, all dressed up very nice, ready to join our Table inside). After these two appalling behaviors, I blurted out the question “do you work the door or are you just a drunk club goer trying to mess with us?” He immediately goes into the most ridiculous powertrip saying that I ruined it for all of us, that he wasn’t drunk (which he clearly was) and goes to run inside when I tried to confront him about his absurd behavior. I feel the worst for his cronies, who saw exactly what happened but were forced to insist that we were being disrespectful, when it was clearly the other way around. Until he’s gone, avoid this place at all costs.

The worst place, rude staff can not even pick up my staff horrible night do not go. Wanted to pick up jacket and Leave no one let me, like coming guys ???? The show is going and I want to leave I can not? And pick up jacket B

2 words: shock & awe!As a regular patron over the past year, I can honestly say the Box never fails to deliver either. Ive regularly brought friends & coworkers just to watch their faces go through a rainbow of expressions as they marvel at the talent on display. Of course my favorite performers will always be the aerialists; I never tire of their strength & elegance.Fyi:This place totally rocks!

Bouncers and the promoter are total douches. I waited outside with my husband and a girlfriend for over an hour. When I finally tried to find out why they werent letting us in, the promoter was dismissive and smug, and ignored me. I had been chatting with some French girls outside, and when I called attention to the bouncer that they had also been waiting a while, he brought the girls inside and kept us waiting. We finally decided to leave. I couldnt stand such blatant disrespect, especially when we were so patient and willing potential customers.

Awful place! I came with my friend who is from the UK and they asked for ID for which she showed her UK driving licence. The host guys at the entrance Did Not Know how to read a UK ID and kept asking her to provide ID for which she was trying to explain that that was a driving licence. The hosts were extremely rude and dismissive asking her to leave.Funnily enough a girl before us showed them a digital version of her passport (on her phone) and they let her in; when my friend asked to provide a digital copy of her passport they said no dismissively - to this I asked why that was not possible if the girl before did it and one of the guys responded this is different by case. I want to mention that I did get in with a US driving licence which happily they managed to read but had to then leave as I couldnt let my friend out.This is the worst place I ever went to and for the exclusive standard that they advertise for their club they should hire Professionals and not any rude and ignorants.Terrible, I couldnt care less about the show since this is the welcome that I received.

This place tries really hard to be trendy and new but fails drastically and the management is horrible. They had problems with their credit card machines and accused me of not having sufficient funds to settle the bill. They put a bouncer on my back and kept my drivers licence. I had to go to an atm and withdraw the money. Later the manager Nenad tried to apologize After he realized that all mastercards were not working in his establishment he even confessed to me saying that he didnt know what he was going to do.....but the harm and shame i went through was already done. I will never go back. Very disrespectful. Stay away if you want to keep your dignity. All they care about is getting their share.About the show?? Who wants to watch another man taking a dump in the middle of the show??? Literally!! I left early!

Had an amazing time at The Box. Great atmosphere, like if Studio 54 and Westworld had a baby with David Bowie and Mick Jagger. Great bartenders and performers. Highly recommend for groups of open minded friends.

This place is (allegedly) not what it used to be. Run over by white, rich folks who pay excessive amounts of money for table service ($1,000+) just to show off. The variety entertainment is amazing, however. Showtime is around 1am every night, and the quality of the performers is just incredible.

Rude door staff. After waiting with minimal acknowledgement we were offered a table with bottles starting at $700 USD. I get thats its NYC but being polite costs nothing. Maybe go for a meal at Eleven Madison park and see what customer service really looks like.

An eccentric spot in the city with shows you cant find anywhere else. It starts late though, 1am, 2am etc so if youre an early bird you might want to grab some coffee. They try and keep an edgy crowd in the front to balance out all the wealthy white bankers who get tables with bottle service.🤷‍♀️

EXTREMELY RUDE ARROGANT DOORMAN! I cant believe the way they interact with their customers! Truly despicable. And very overrated place trying to be something its not.

A cool exclusive lounge that will make you feel almost VIP if you are lucky enough to get in. The best way to get in is to know someone or to throw some $ at the bouncer. Once youre in, youll be hit by the music that will carry you away onto the dance floor. Not a surprise that the place is overpriced and over rated, but the exclusivity still attracts many including some celebs. On big nights, dancers will light up the crowd and it will get pretty packed, but have no fear, theres always enough room to dance.

Terrible place terrible service bad atmospheric

Glad to have been once, however that proved enough.The music was good and the show was a mix of talent and cringe inflicting moments.Lucky to have been invited as a guest otherwise $$$$$$.If you get the chance go to tick that box.

Can I afford it? No. Did I enjoy it? Of course! The place is overly hyped, but the show is definitely a spectacle. My first time I asked the waitress, Can they really smoke in here? Her response: I dont care if they do lines off the table.I was new to New York.

TL;DR: AVOID.There are way better burlesque shows (see: Slipper Room). The staff here is impolite, disinterested, impressed with themselves and decidedly rude. They force you to stand in a line for standing in a lines sake (look how popular we are!), and while I (needlessly) waited to get in, I watched a bouncer in a tux (how fancy!) repeatedly manhandle both men and women for no reason. Once I was in (and months older), the show was mediocre at best. What a joke of a sexy night out. Dont waste your time or discretionary income. AVOID.

Over-rated, over-priced, overcrowded. I guess the girls get excited from a stupid show, if you want to party go to a regular club dont wast your money

Great venue. Gets pretty hot and uncomfortable if its packed

I was treated so badly by a bouncer by the name of Denis. I wanted to buy a bottle tonight, yet he turned me down because I asked about the age group of the club. I am in my late 20s!!!How can someone act this rude?!!!

The venue is cool (albeit very dark) and the performances were amazing. Drinks are a little expensive, but its a great time. Go with a group and get a table if you can.

Great show and even more interesting crowd. Stephanie the aerial artist was the best part of the show. She danced in the air with Kanye Wests Fade playing in the background and the whole show was HOT!!!

Small and cramped, but fun and lively Thats how Id describe The Box, home to good enough cocktails and live music. The bar area is pretty cramped and the layout is like a railroad style apartment. The biggest issue is the transition area between the bar and the stage -- its literally the size of a small doorway. Yea, imagine the cramp, its insane! Ill never understand the hype around this place, its like waiting to get into the book boom room. Money talks and unless you are getting bottle service, the only other real reliable way to get in is knowing someone at the door. Id recommend trying to go at least once... And then never again.

Great organizer manager GeezerMet me at the doorVery accommodatingI walked through the place was amazingly archetevually beautiful. .The show was interesting the bartender sge was professional and experience ..I enjoyed a newly experienced placeIll be bavk with friends

I like the old school fashion decor this a great space to enjoy date night. On the upper level there are tables set for 2 people and if you want further privacy you have the option of closing the curtain. The shpws are very eccentric, creative and one to experience at least once.

Rude and uninspiring - stay away!Well, the comments about rude and peremptory service are born out by my own experience tonight. Indeed I was almost put off by other reviews in thre first place.So. I swung by The Box for an afterparty hosted by a friend The staff on the door were so rude that I decided to call it quits and head home. A really disappointing end to an otherwise great evening.Life is too short for lack of service, especially when there are so many other clubs and bars offering much more.Listen to all the others on here whove said the same - go somewhere else. Or home!

The place itself was very unique. Cabaret show was entertaining and a little racy. Found the place to be way to warm and was sweating towards the end. Unfortunately, the reason why I gave this place such a low rating is that they scam you big time for drinks. Ordered 2 vodka sodas for my friend and I from the bar upstairs. Was expecting speed rack liquor since that was what I asked for...wasnt paying attention and noticed she was pouring Belvedere vodka into the 2nd drink...probably the highest premium they sell. I said whatever, how much more could it be...ahhh how wrong I was...19$ per drink! Ok fine, its NYC and some places can charge these ridiculous amounts. problem was, when I gave my credit card and received the bill, it looked like every other standard check Ive ever gotten. Found out the next day, they AUTOMATICALLY add 20% to your drink tab!! And the normal line for tips says, additional tip!! Normally I would see this, but they keep this place so dark, you dont see it! So I ended up tipping an additional 2$ and ended up tipping her almost 10$ and spent 46$ for 2 vodka sodas...total scam!! My advice...buy beer...they were only 7$, and pay cash!!

Nothing I can write in this review will accurately capture the experience I had at the box. Really all I can say is you need to see it to believe it.

Bustling, energetic space with pricey drinks and pleasant booths

The Box... where do you begin? Similar to other reviews Ive read, The Box is the sort of place you have on your Life List. I knew I needed to go, I just dont know if I need to go back.I would never have been able to get in had I not known a promoter. With that being said, I got in past a line and a velvet rope with no problem; major confidence booster. As soon as we entered the club, we had to pass another check-point to get upstairs. We made our way to stage right and were dangling right over the performers.The first act wasnt announced by the MC, so he seemed to have some trouble clearing the stage from drunkards. Once the MC appeared I saw a handful of acts; a woman hanging in a Cirqu-du-soleil type hammock in her panties, a genetic male with implants spurting blood and liquor from his mouth (who later peed on the audience - fake urine I presume), a woman who removed something (a fetus?) from her lady-bits and then bit into it (yes, folks, full frontal), and an impressive magic duo.Honestly, at 25 years old, and someone who thinks of herself as very liberal, I was still shocked at some of the acts. The show doesnt move that quickly, but perhaps if you are drunker than I it does.The venue encourages drugs and drinks, so feel free to do what you wish, carefully.Overall it was a night to remember for sure.The space is small and unique. Go with no expectations and full pockets and youll have a good time.

Once youve gotten past the doorman (with a reservation or a little creativity) youll be treated to some of the most entertaining, and unbelievably naughty acts. Dressing up is highly encouraged!

I was there last night and the downstairs female bartender was dissmissive and obnoxious and did not make very good nor strong drinks. She totally ignored me and my friend at the bar and, treating us as if we were invisible and only responded when i got a bit rude and yelled and thats when she acted rude back. At that point I advised her to close the check because I dont suffer rudeness. NOT AT THESE PRICES!!! She dismissivly put the check on the bar , still being passively aggresivly rude and i didnt understand how someone working for tips could act this way until I looked at the check and gratuity was included. I dont use the word RASCIST with any degree of frequency but that situation bore a mighty strong resemblence. I WIll not be frequenting nor recommending that venue to anyone and when THE BOX is mentioned I will tell this very strong and discourage anyone from attending. Im not the kindve person who holds grudges but that female bartender needs to be checked.

Rude staff that behaves like customers need them. Save your time and money and go elsewhere where you are appreciated and respected as a paying customer.

The show is great and theres nothing to compare it to in nyc.. It has a sister location in London but I havent been. If you can get in the box is the experience of a lifetime

Terrible host who just let people in randomly regardless of line. Forget about this place they called out my friend’s shorts and then let other people wearing shorts in. Stupid bougie place that is full of themselves

This is a very interesting cabaret style bar. You basically have a two floor bar with a main stage on the first floor which you can see from parts of ur 1st and 2nd floor. The shows here are not for the faint of heart with a ton of nudity and coarse subject matters def not suitable for minors or those who are easily offended.. I personally had a great time and would def say this is a must visit if ur in NYC... Sleep No More, is the other must see show imo.

Best show bar in NYC...dont be faint hearted ..

Fun place with potential, better during the week to avoid the weekend rich kid finance crowds.Coktails are ok, but not good enough for the price (can be rushed if they are backed up)The shows are worth it

We were for the first time on New York and we were rejected when we were two, its unacceptable, its really a bad place to go out again with bouncers not smart

This is coming from a New Yorker.This place is trash .You’re better off literally going 300 feet next door to outer heaven .You’ll actually go in and have a good night .If you’re depressed and want to end it , you come here .

Staff is openly disrespectful. Giza specifically is the worst. The place was dead with no one else in line and he refused to admit us. A group of doctors. 3 guys and 2 girls on a Wednesday night. Pathetic.

Mean people work here. Was really looking forward to this club. The reviews are all fake.

Way too hot and crowded. Unless you are incredibly tall you wont be able to see the show as well.

Unfairly and rudely dealt with! Was there Thursday night waiting online to get in, they had no rules of first come first serve. We were skipped over a whole night and they did Not even say why we are kept in the cold waiting. Rude rude Bouncer!

You guys should make sure on the website that your closing times are correct, just ruined 6 people’s nights. Thanks for nothing

One of the best, popular, decadent nightclubs in NYC. Its #tuesdaynightatthebox party looks to be one of its most popular and legendary nights. Very hard to get In due to VIP doorman (feel free to contact me for assistance).

Much smaller space than I expected, definitely not for larger groups. Drinks were a bit overpriced for the quality. Definitely Megaclub elements but in a small cabaret setting.

You just have to experience it for yourself. Been a couple of times and each time is a whole new experience. The bouncers can be hit or miss, but it’s worth the trouble to get in!

Antisemitic … bouncers escorted girls out because they could tell they were Jewish. Absolutely disgusting

Clearly - definitively - ridiculously overpriced. Regarding the couple of absurd disgusting performances: I get it, its original, but why do you conclude the show with that?! It leaves a real bad aftertaste. Finish with something nicer!

This might be my least favorite place in NYC. the patrons are low class and trashtastic. the door guys are RUDE. even for NYC. cmon guys this isnt soho housethe food was so so at best. and the girls on stage didnt make it taste any better. avoid the box if youre looking for any real fun whatsoever.

Was there last night & had a great time until the end of the night when I found out someone stole my jacket. No one in the place acted like they cared which pissed me off.

If youre not White, dont bother. But from reading the reviews, this place sounds like a waste of time anyways

This place is not for the light hearted. (If youre able to get in, that is). The only way you can easily get in is if you know someone or are someone important. Though, the entertainment is out of this world. Crazy expensive though.

Unlike anything else youve ever experienced, and likely will ever experience again. Take heed of the other reviews and decide for yourself if youre up to it. One of the toughest doors to crack in NYC.

The decorations is really lowbrow,the show was resulting too aggressive to me...the Dj wasnt bad....I had much more expectation..

Wild place, extremely difficult to get in and incredibly expensive, has a sexual variety show different from any other NYC venue. Dont sit in front of the stage if you dont want to risk getting messy.

Total pretentious trash. Got to the door just after opening to find a small crowd, waited around to be shouted at by the bouncer, and then finally told that only bottle service was available for $$$$. I thought that this was a serious theatre, but it is total trash!

Had an amazing time at The Box. The dancing, the energy, the entertainment- A1! If someone were to say I went to the club when referring to The Box, then they said it wrong... I had an experience!I am not from New York, but when I go back home there wouldnt be a way to explain it other than get your ass on a plane ✈️ and go! Totally worth the hangover I have and this IV drip from the hangover doctor 😂

Worst experience ever! They stole cash inside of my bag on the coat check! They open everything inside of my bad!!! I will never recommend this place! They should be ashamed! You can’t trust them

Different and unique burlesque show at the Box. Not what I thought it would be. And a big surprise on the second act that made me cringe xD a place that needs to be visited when youre in New York for sure!

Theatre Club of NYC varieties which worths to visit at least once!Dont get stressed of the doorman, just be confident and classy ;)Get well dressed and enjoy unique cabaret perfomances while dancing all night long...

They spike drinks

To ilili box since thats where Ive headed the first few times Ive been. I get the chicken over rice box as well as the Phonecian fries. Im very much a sauce person - for those of… read more

Still a very fun place to go after all these years.

Probably one of the coolest places in Manhattan even after all these years. Good luck getting in though. No photography is allowed.

Very bad night club the workers not have education I coming to miami florida and I make a reservation for a month before wen I there not have the correct table HORRIBLE NOT COMING TO THIS PLACE BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD BAD

The white man at the door enjoy making people waiting for 2 hours and then telling them you can’t make it inside go home

Freaky fun, great show, great drinks, slightly douchey crowd but what do you expect from a sceney place? All in all very cool.

Amazing place - hard to get in. Shows at 1:30 and 3:30 but be on line early or get a reservation before going.

Very different from other clubs that Ive been. Loved it! The show is awesome.

If you can get in then the shows and the colorful crowd is a most but again I’m there a lot and people just can’t get in so good luck

One of the best spots in the city. Left my keys unfortunately. Would lobe to come get them back if that’s ok

The manager at the door is not able to do his work and talk with a certain type of customers that the place would like to have.

Is this place open?! I thought I heard music playing the other night when I walked by. It gets 5 stars for possibly being open.

Best popcorn in new york city I love it here

My friend Christian performed here during Decision 2016. Greatest of vibes in the new disco era club scene. 🌐

Very provocative, playful, fun and hard to get in. Best way to get in is to join someone who organizes a party there.

Such an experience. Loved every minute of all the wonderful entertainers. 💯

What a night!!! The box is a wild and amazing place! We reserved a table and just had an awesome experience!

What a fun night, great vibe, great show, good patrons when we were there, will be back for sure.

The best place to party and see avant guarde shows in the nation hands down.

Great music, cool place however no room to dance and the shows lack decorum.

Spiked my drink

People will he you about the show. Its a guy in drag. Everything is all fun there.

The bar food look good I liked that they had ginger beer. Air condition was horrible.

I was on a tour to NYC and visited this place for fun and enjoyment with friends. Frankly, this is not as good as hype was made.

Not as great as the hype was made to be. Had reservations and still had to wait in line. Door staff was EXTREMELY rude to everyone

Worst place the hype is exaggerated, go somewhere else don’t waste your night here

What a fun experience... I will always visit this place when Im in town! Hot hot hot!

Very innovative and exclusive. I dressed in drag and I had a great time with my fiancé

Always a fun night. Enjoy!

Excellent club and show. Will come back.

800 for a bottle to enter this place. Stay away

This incredible low key hidden gem. Sultry seductive late night fun. Only at the Box NYC

If you love out of the ordinary, you’re in for a treat. Had a great evening/night!

Great decor, awesome shows with beautiful people - nothing else to say!!!

I love the performers. But cannot stand the pretentiousness of the staff.

Currently not open (apparently not since covid) - site/Google listing does not mention this. We came all the way down to a closed venue.

The weirdest and coolest place youve been. Not for people with weak stomach 😜

This place is dope everybody should go to the box at least once in their life! Not gonna give away the secrets come see for yourself!!

Awesome atmosphere and venue the shows are spectacular and sexy 👯‍♀️💃👯‍♂️

The Place to Be!Great Atmosphere, great Service.Unforgivable Nights!

This place discriminate people judging only on the opinion of the hostesses at the front. The level of the place is rude.

Definitely a fun experience, worth going back to!

Been here a few times over the years, crazy place... Wild adventure if you get in...

I loved it. Amazing music. Amazing show. I loved loved it. Specially the tickle bell

The most disgusting place ive ever been to in the city. SAVE YOUR MONEY AND MOST OF ALL YOUR TIME!!!!!

I’ve always had a fun/crazy night at the box! Unforgettable summer nights.

Nice place, nice music, nice people. The show was great. The place to be in NYC.

Great burlesque venue, I tant imagine not having a table tho. Also a little cramped.

Love the fun atmosphere and especially love the cowboy with rope and whips ;3

Roofies women!!!

I had a ball! I would recommend this spot to all out of towners like myself

Very nice place Good atmosphere drink was good Nice crowd

A wild place! The entertainment was oout there but it was freakishly fantastic.

This is an amazing place to go for a night that can only be had in NYC.

Always a lit party on Friday nights but bring looks or stand in line all night to get in. Its expensive but worth the experience.

Best club in nyc hands down

The must visit place if you are in NY!

The show there are amazing. Great ambiance

Scam be carefully with ur credit card

An experience unlike any other in New York City!!!