DINING OUT IN NY
Dumplings at Lucky Tiger
Fidi got a nightlife boost this spring with the arrival of Lucky Tiger, where tasseled lanterns and Chinese lucky cats oversee a red cocktail bar that resembles a moody retro cocktail bar. My friendly bartender, who I found out is also from D.C., signed off on my pick for steamed shumai ($16) — a five-piece set of ground chicken dumplings presented in a wooden dim sum box alongside soy and chile crisp. The maze of a space continues with slick crimson booths, dramatic murals, animated masks, and illuminated statues of tiny tigers, geishas, and other museum-quality Asian artifacts showcased behind glass. I kept walking to encounter a hidden back bar surrounded by neon-lit slogans and walls wrapped in retro Coca-Cola ads. My minty Improvised Carrot Drink ($19), featuring NYC’s women-owned Doce mezcal, was an ideal nightcap. 66 Peal Street, near Coenties Slip, Financial District — Tierney Plumb, Northeast editor
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Lucky Tiger
This Asian adventure loaded with atmosphere fills four spaces in the financial district. There’s a night market setup with food carts; the Dragon Bar hung with silk lanterns; Toraya, also for cocktails and vinyl; and the tranquil, monkey-themed Bamboo Grove. Within these areas the food and drink cross borders with Peking duck tacos, karaage chicken bao buns and shrimp dumplings with ají serrano ponzu. Along with sake and beers, the cocktails include martinis straight out of the freezer.
Lucky Tiger Brings multi-room dining and cocktails to the heart of FiDi
The Financial District just got a little cooler with the arrival of Lucky Tiger.
Lucky Tiger has officially opened at 66 Pearl St., offering an Asian-inspired menu, a plethora of creative cocktails, and four distinct spaces designed to give guests a different experience in every room.
From the moment you walk in, the decor takes your breath away — even before the drinks and food can….
At Lucky Tiger, the Drinks Are as Vibrant as the Decor
If things have been feeling dreary lately, we’ve got the spot to bring back your spark. Lucky Tiger, which just opened at 66 Pearl St., is a fun, bold space with drinks to match. Candy-colored paper lanterns and umbrellas cover the ceilings, filling the room with a warm, cheerful glow. Pro tip: As much as you may want to, don’t just grab the first seats you see at the bar. Take a stroll through the dining room….