The Bottom Line
With so many music venues in the East Village, Mercury Lounge is a standout for hearing live music. Mercury Lounge's reputation promises top acts in an intimate environment.
Pros
- Good social spot
- Friendly staff
- Quality live music
Cons
- Small bar space
- Crowded
Description
- Mercury Lounge is located at 217 E. Houston Street
- Closest subway to Mercury Lounge: F/V to 2nd Ave
- Mercury Lounge Cross Streets: Ludlow and Essex (Avenue A)
- Mercury Lounge Phone: (212) 260-4700
- Mercury Lounge Cover Charge: typically $8-12
Guide Review - Mercury Lounge
The Mercury Lounge is one of the better places to catch a live show in the East Village (and there are many). Upon walking in, you'll find a long oak candle lit bar and strangers coming together in a small, but cozy space. Past the long velvet curtains, the brick-walled "music room" can intimately fit approximately 250 music lovers. The sound quality is out of this world, and the club's size permits decent views of the stage, even for anyone who cannot find a seat (which are usually arranged in the front, near the stage). Mercury Lounge books both local and touring bands, from alt. rockers to indie/folk. Because of the clubs good reputation, you might also expect to see bands typically found in larger clubs, who appreciate this quiet venue.
