Mandarin Oriental, New York has reopened one of Manhattan’s most discreet spaces with a striking new identity. Once known as The Office, the 45-seat speakeasy has been reborn as The Bar, an intimate lounge where Silk Road storytelling meets contemporary mixology.
Previously reserved for private collaborations and exclusive bookings, the space is now open to a wider audience, offering both hotel guests and locals a setting that feels secretive yet connected to the world beyond. Its reopening marks a new chapter for a venue long regarded as a hidden gem in the city.
The concept draws inspiration from the Silk Road, a historic network of cultural and culinary exchange. Each cocktail on the menu evokes a different destination along this fabled route, weaving together flavours and traditions from Mandarin Oriental’s global portfolio. Guests are invited to taste the spice of Doha, the tea rituals of Bangkok, the colours of Istanbul’s bazaars, and the quiet elegance of Lake Como all distilled into finely crafted drinks.
