Opera House NYC – 4.8 Rating - Chinatown’s Golden Cocktail & Dim Sum Bar

🔹 Restaurant Overview

Name of Restaurant: Opera House

Location + Full Address (with nearby landmark/subway station):
5 Doyers Street, New York, NY 10013
Landmark: Canal Street Subway (J/Z/6/N/Q/R/W) – ~3–5 mins walk
Located beneath Chinese Tuxedo on the historic “Bloody Angle” of Doyers St.

City + Neighborhood Tag: Manhattan – Chinatown

Opening Year / Newly Opened: Recently opened cocktail & dim sum lounge by Tuxedo Hospitality (Updated 2024)

Cuisine Type: Cocktail Bar · Dim Sum · Chinese-Inspired Small Plates

Dining Style: Vibrant Cocktail Lounge · Subterranean Bar · Late-Night Hotspot

Price Range:  (Average cost for two: ~$50–$80 depending on cocktails & dim sum)

Special Offers / Deals:

• Walk-ins accepted (first-come, first-served)

• Limited table reservations available 21 days in advance

• Last call at 1:30 AM nightly

🔹 Ambience & Interiors

Interior Theme: Golden, glamorous, theatrical — inspired by New York’s historic Chinese Theatre (1893–1911).

Seating Capacity & Layout:

• Cozy tables for couples & small parties

• Bar seating with dim, golden lighting

• Subterranean setting beneath Chinese Tuxedo

Lighting & Music Style:

• Warm, dramatic lighting perfect for photos

• Energetic but upscale soundtrack

• Designed for nightlife ambiance

Outdoor Seating / Rooftop / Patio / Private Dining:

• No outdoor seating

• Private dining room available for exclusive groups

• Connected concept with Chinese Tuxedo upstairs

Unique Interior Highlights:

• Gold accents & ornate décor

• Photogenic backdrops throughout

• Immersive “old Chinatown theatre” aesthetic

🔹 Food & Drinks

Most Recommended Cocktails (Top 5–10):
(Menu rotates seasonally, but examples include)

• Chinese-inspired signature cocktails

• Tropical-meets-Asian fusion drinks

• Highballs & house specials

• Vibrant, colorful presentation

Dim Sum & Food Highlights:

• Housemade dim sum (unique to Opera House; not from upstairs menu)

• Crispy dumplings

• Bao variations

• Snackable small plates

Signature Items You Must Try:

• Chinese Theatre–inspired cocktails

• Opera House Dim Sum Selection

Dietary Options:

• Vegetarian dim sum options

• Some gluten-free items (varies)

• Non-alcoholic cocktails available

🔹 Service & Experience

Service Type: Table Service · Bar Service · Late-Night Lounge

Staff Behavior & Professionalism:

• Stylish, upbeat, attentive staff

• Knowledgeable about cocktail flavors & pairings

• Maintains high energy + polished guest experience

Waiting Time Experience:

• Walk-ins welcome but waits may occur on weekends

• Guests not drinking/eating may be asked to vacate table after 1 hour

• Valid physical ID required (21+ only)

Ideal For: Night outs · Date nights · Group celebrations · Chinatown nightlife · Cocktail lovers

🔹 Menu & Pricing Snapshot

Menu Overview:

• Cocktails inspired by Chinese flavors & history

• A dedicated dim sum menu exclusive to Opera House

• Late-night offerings

Best-Selling Items:

• Signature cocktails

• House dim sum

• Chinese-inspired small plates

Special Notes:

• High-quality liquor program curated by Tuxedo Hospitality

• Designed to complement Chinese Tuxedo’s upstairs dining

🔹 What Makes This Place Special?

Brand Story / Concept: Opera House is a Tuxedo Hospitality concept (creators of Chinese Tuxedo, The Tyger, and Soso’s) located beneath 5 Doyers Street. It honors the historic Chinatown Chinese Theatre (1893–1911) while offering a modern cocktail & dim sum experience.

Experience Design:

• A glamorous, immersive lounge rooted in Chinatown history

• World-class cocktails influenced by Chinese flavors

• Late-night vibes until 1:30 AM

Instagrammable Highlights:

• Golden backdrop

• Theatrical lighting

• Cocktails + dim sum in dramatic presentation

🔹 Ratings – Reviews.Restaurant NYC Scale

🔹 Operational Info

Opening Hours: Evenings until last call at 1:30 AM, daily

Contact Number: +1 917-692-8323

Reservation Needed:

• Walk-ins accepted

• Limited table reservations (21 days in advance)

• 21+ only, valid physical ID required

Delivery Platforms: Not applicable (cocktail lounge)

Parking: Street parking · Paid garages nearby

Wheelchair Accessible: Limited accessibility — confirm specific seating areas

🔹 Map Embed

Google Maps URL: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SXFfUmxbpGyqHcgWA

🔹 Call-To-Action Buttons

Reserve a Table → https://www.operahouse.nyc
Get Directions → Google Maps link