Katra

I have been going to Katra for quite a while now and have to say that this is an amazing venue!! This is a perfect location for birthdays, celebrations, reunions, corporate parties or night out with friends. I absolutely love everything about this place, the ambiance, the look, the food, the drinks and the music. The wait staff is one of the best I have ever experienced. Another favorite at Katra is Chris, the General Manager. He goes above and beyond to make sure you are all set! There are absolutely no cons just pro's at this place!!! Love it!

Pros: Beautiful venue, Great food, music and drinks, Nice looking crowd

Cons: None at all

Posted 01/24/09

We read all the great reviews before booking our office party, and to be honest were sold on KATRA even before we went to socpe out the location. Once inside we knew we had the right place;
Beautiful, Simple, Elegant, Mysterious and Divine. Wonderful from start to finish!
The staff bent over backwards to make sure we were all set for the best time possible. Everything was perfect. Drinks were exquisite. We chose the Lychee Martini and Morroccan Mojito as our signature cocktails, but in the end, the variety of different martini's and mixed drinks coming out of the bar was amazing!!! Both the Bar and Wait staff were great! And the FOOD?! - absolutely Scrumptious! Thank you Chef! Chris, the manager, knows exactly what it will take to make your party a success. Just let him know what you are after and he will look after you. He was onsite the entire time, popping in, making sure all was ok. He's a charmer! (ask him to make you his Irish Apple Martini....and don't forget to ask what makes it Irish!!) You are in good hands!! Sit back, grab a Lychee Martini, and enjoy! Cheers!

Posted 01/20/09

Myself and a few friends were in town for a party that was canceled at the last minute. We stumbled on Katra and had 1 hell of a time. Many good looking woman,not snobby as in most NYC bars,clubs and lounges and the female bartenders are totally nice and helpful at the same time. The coat check staff are very friendly and make you wanna go and have a blast. NONE of my belongings were lost and I didn't have to wait 5 minutes to get it. overall Katra is a great place and I suggest if you are reading this to check out the scene. GREAT MUSIC,DJ'S, STAFF, DRINKS AND FOOD. It was worth every penny

Pros: The entire KATRA is a blast, you will enjoy it!

Cons: A little expensive but hey its New York,Crowded

Posted 01/16/09

I just wanted to thank you for taking my Reservations at Katra on such late notice, my brothers 30th Birthday was a blast. The guys working the door were sweethearts and the bartenders were super nice. It is hard to find places in NYC who still value their clientele. I wish you and the staff at Katra continued success! Thanks again.

Warm Regards,

Miosotis Mercado

Posted 01/05/09

I had my birthday party at Katra last summer and it was one of the best places to have a party, for sure. The staff were all so friendly and accommodating. The best thing about Katra is they do not give you a hard time about having a large group - they really just want you to have a good time so there isn't any hassle about bottle service requirements, etc. DJ is on point on Saturday nights - great mix of hip hop, R&B, and pop. Decor is great and provides a nice ambiance for a party.

Posted 12/26/08

my friends and i were looking for a good time during the NYC blizzard last friday and we found it at katra. the music was fresh & fun, everyone acted their age and there was no attitude like at most clubs. Roxy (bartender downstairs) was beautiful as is the rest of the staff (!!) and accomodating. i appreciated the snob-free attitude here.

Pros: music, staff, ambience

Cons: expensive

Posted 12/22/08

A co-worker, a friend and I hosted 3 separate afterwork parties there last Friday at the same time. Everyone we have spoken with from the three groups have said that they had a great time. My contact person was Eddie, who was really a pleasure to deal with. Despite my many phone calls to ask questions, he was courteous on the phone every time I called and made sure I had all the information needed to host my event. At Katra, everyone from the bartenders to the coat check woman was extremely polite and accommodating. The venue is very nice, with a chic, upscale atmosphere without the attitude so many of the NY lounges have. It is really a nice venue to hold events and I highly recommend it. Happy Holidays to Chris, Eddie, Alicia and the Katra staff!

Posted 12/21/08

Chris, the manager, was nice enough to accommodate us at the last minute - on top of that, getting a third bottle free of charge was fantastic. The place itself has great ambiance. I fully recommend this place and would definitely throw a party here again.

Posted 12/18/08

I hosted my Birthday party at Katra on Dec. 13th. and I must say I had an amazing time there! My friends and I were very well taken care of by Chris (owner) and the staff at Katra and I honestly don't see how any other venue could top the kind of service I received there. You're treated well from the moment you arrive at the door until you leave and you feel comfortable and appreciated.
Everything from the music to the atmosphere was great and I'm already planning my next party there. Chris, thank you very much for taking such good care of me and please extend my thanks to the staff as well.

Dohn Solis.

Pros: Very cozy with a friendly atmosphere.

Posted 12/15/08

I hosted an event there last week and it was fantastic! The space is beautiful, the service and staff are excellent, and everything was delicious. Great music mix. Also, as an event planner, this was one of the smoothest and easiest venues I've worked with in a while. Highly recommended for events or just a fun night out. I know I'm going back!

Posted 12/14/08

I hosted a young alumni holiday event @ Katra last Saturday for a group of ~125 people on the first floor. EVERYONE, from the owner (Chris) to the bouncers, was extremely accommodating and professional! A lot of times you bring large groups to a place and management treats you as if they could care less. This is DEF not the deal at Katra. All of my guests had no hassle getting in and not attitude at the door or while at the event. Our group had an amazing time and it was thanks to all the staff at Katra. I would definitely plan another event here whether it be a small or large group. It feels great to walk into a place and get treated they way you deserve to be . Toooo many places in NYC forget that.

Thanks again Katra!

Posted 12/13/08

The night turned ugly when one of the servers attending to a table began pushing extremely hard to get through the crowd. She pushed several people in my presence including me. And this was not a slight bump that occurs when someone passes you in a crowded setting, this was a hard full-on pushing with deliberate uncalled for contact. I said something to her initially but she ignored me until I pushed her back, after yet another intentional, unwarranted physical contact from her, and understandably she was upset. She vocalized her anger and I had no remorse. I asked her if she thought it was ok to continually push me and her response was that I was in her way. Obviously the words excuse me or pardon me were not in her vocabulary. When I told her she should have said something instead of put her hands on me she walked away.
Unbeknownst to me, she reported it to a bouncer who came over and asked me why I pushed the young lady and I explained the situation to him. His response was not that I was in the wrong for pushing the waitress back, but rather that I should not have stood in the place where I was standing (close to the bar). I told him there were no signs to tell me that this was a pushing zone or that patrons standing there are at risk of being assaulted. All the waitress had to say was ?hey guys, could you please clear this area? and we would have happily obliged. Realizing that he was not talking to a moron who would be intimidated he got aggressive and came too close to my face, close enough for me to smell his dinner. This was offensive contact in my book, so I called him an __hole. He told me I could leave if I didn?t like it and I told him I would gladly leave after speaking with the manager. He tried to usher me out with his body and told me speak to the manager at the door. Of course, I refused.

Pros: Visually Appealing

Cons: Crowded, Watered Down Drinks & Unprofessional Staff

Posted 12/13/08

We had a wonderful time here for my Daniel's party. The music was great and my waitress was wonderful and very attentive. The drinks were a little pricey but there was no cover so it balanced. The bartenders were great including Roxy and we partied all night. The food was tastey including this dish called a Tagine which is great with Fries. I wish all the other customers were as friendly as the staff but there are always some princess who thinks she is better then everyone else and we were next to one who did put a damper on the evening as she abused everyone around her until we had to get security to get her out. Katra overall was great and we will be back
P.S it does get crowded but what do you expect

Pros: Nice Place

Posted 12/13/08

Easy door but does get crowded so you better book and a table as you will need it. Very nice security and staff and the music was banging!!!! People diverse with lots of talent. Waitress Chelsa beautiful. Like this place but drinks a little pricey but htat is why I was told they do not charge cover

Pros: Music, staff and pretty girls

Cons: Very Very Busy but I like the fact there is no line

Posted 12/06/08

I brought a very mixed group of about 25 people to Katra last night and a great time was had by all... Our original birthday plans had fallen through and we were scrambling for a place that would take a group that large without prior arrangements. There was no door drama, no pretense, good music, great staff, and a warm welcoming vibe. The staff was so accommodating and friendly! They did everything they could to get us a table and make us comfortable even though they were booked solid and what we were asking was next to the impossible. If you just want to have a good time with good people, this is the place to go. And if you work at it, you might even get a hug or a dance out of the manger Chris, who I thank for the champagne :)

Pros: service service service

Cons: can get crowded, table recommended

Posted 12/06/08

We went to this place for a birthday party and were not very impressed. The food was alright (but not great) - one can certainly get better Moroccan food in NYC. The service was lousy (slow and unfriendly), and the bouncers were rude. I would certainly not recommend this place.

Posted 12/05/08

I picked Katra for my birthday party a few months ago based on positive buzz from friends and this website, and was not disappointed. In fact, I was thoroughly impressed with Katra and I highly recommend it to others. They happily accepted my party reservation with no pretense and asked for no reserve or cover. My guests were politely welcomed at the door with no hassle whatsoever and directed to the larger group at the bar. Drinks were great and the music too. Nice scene with a good crowd. This is the place for a no-fuss party that everyone is sure to enjoy.

Pros: Amazing staff, great atmosphere and music

Cons: Can get a little crowded on weekend nights

Posted 12/02/08

I had my 23rd b-day at Katra, NYC on Saturday, I must say it was the best night of my life. This lounge had the nicest bar tenders. Also, the manager was very helpful and made sure me and my party had a great night. He came up to me a few times to make sure i was completely satisfied, he also surprised me with a MOET bottle at midnight! The music set a great vibe, i could not think of a better place i could of done my event. I highly recommend KATRA NYC!!!!

Pros: Service, Music

Cons: NONE

Posted 11/23/08

Threw my wife a bithday party here and all my guests had a blast, they all loved the ambiance and music, the appetizer platters were amazing and the drinks were great, Chris and the guys at Katra made organizing this event a breeze, don't hesitate to have your next event at Katra.

Posted 11/23/08

Katra and the staff there are great and they my party wonderful even though my boyfriend forgot to book it!!!!! We arrived without booking and the manager let us in no problem and was very nice about it. He did warn me it would be busy and told me he would hook me up at Taj if it was not to my liking. It was and we had so much fun and the music was great. The bartenders were so nice and polite to us and what made my night was the manager guy hunted me down and bought a bottle of champagne for me for my birthday. It was a perfect night and I will be back. Cuban bartender is really hot!!!!

Pros: The people who work there and the music

Cons: Busy

Posted 11/23/08

OMG! Just a few hours ago I threw my husband a SURPRISE 30th birthday at Katra- He and ALL of my guests just had a wonderful time!! Katra is sooo sexxxxyy, the music is banging and Chris and all of his staff just made planning this party a breeze!!! I would HIGHLY recommend anyone to Katra!! I LOVE it!! Its a trendy, chic spot and everyone needs to go atleast once to check it out!! You will go back every time!!!! Thanks Katra Lounge for making all of my visions for my hubbys party come true!!!!!!

Pros: Music, Drinks and Staff are AWESOME!!!

Cons: Sorry, NO CONS!!!

Posted 11/22/08

I had my party at Katra on Sat Nite and it was wonderful.Even though there events department messed up my reservation the staff and the owner did there best to make my night wonderful!!!!!!! My guests got in even though it was very crowded but I would prefer that then the fact they could be standing outside in the rain. The owner even sent me a bottle of Champagne for all the trouble. The music was amazing and I would highly recommend Katra

Pros: The Bar was Wonderful

Cons: Events Department Double check

Posted 11/16/08

On November 1st I celebrated my 35th Bday Bash in the VIP section. I was referred by someone who attended Dweles listening party months prior. Katra has a very warm and relaxing vibe. The crowd was very diverse and live which is one of the things that I really liked. The atmosphere itself is very chic, relaxing and eclectic. It has a unique blend of great food, an awesome dj and just an overall great vibe. The wait staff was accommodating and extremely courteous. Myself along with all of my guests had a great time. I had such a great time that I?m having another party there in January. I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for a nice night out with a good crowd and banging drinks!. Special thanks to Mark for helping to make my party a huge success.

Pros: good food, good vibe, great wait staff and great music

Posted 11/02/08

Katra was the perfect venue for our major fundraising event. Me & my team of 14 chose this venue in hopes of attracting the maximum number of people from our combined guest lists; Katra's cool Moroccan vibe was THE perfect place. Our space in the lower level was roomy & versatile for lounging & for our vocal & dance performers; the lighting was intimate and chic. The entire staff was super helpful, friendly & FUN; this made our event "legit" and helped everything go smoothly. Delicious dinner menu and killer cocktail options kept even the most sophisticated in our crowd impressed & happy. The venue worked with us in a way that helped us maximize the FUN as well as our fundraising efforts. Highly recommended.

Pros: Atmosphere, friendly staff, great menu

Posted 10/19/08

Out of all the many lounges in NYC, I decided to celebrate my 21st birthday at Katra. It was truly one of the greatest, most memorable experiences. The decor is beautiful, the people were friendly and there was great music all night long. The drinks were a little pricey but if looking at the average in the City, it wasn't bad at all. Overall, it was one of the best nights I've had in a long time and I definitely attribute part of that to the wonderfully, awesome Christopher (hard to miss with his big smile, and cute Irish accent) who made sure we were taken care of. If you're having a hard time deciding where to celebrate an occasion, or just hang out with friends - pick Katra. You won't regret it.

Pros: ambience, staff, music, decent street parking

Cons: drinks a little pricey

Posted 10/12/08

best lounge/bar/club service in the city, great food, great music, good looking diverse people, great service, i celebrated my 25th this saturday in the VIP lounge and it was worth every penny!, I highly recommend doing VIP when you go here and ordering food as well. Will defintely visit this place again. Did i mention the music? freaking greatttt mix. 2 levels and the hottest looking staff i have ever seen at a lounge.

Pros: Everything

Cons: No Cons, all good

Posted 10/05/08

If you're looking for a chill but classy spot to host your party, look no further than Katra. You will love everything - the decor, the food, the cocktails, the music, the staff - everything is top notch. I had my birthday party there on a Friday nite and I have no complaints. All my guests had an absolutely wonderful time. The owner Chris, the planner Mark and our hostess Emily ensured that everything went without a hitch. Check out Katra, you won't regret it.

Pros: tasty food, flavourful cocktails, great music

Cons: shaky cell phone signal - couldn't think of something

Posted 10/05/08

First, let me say I thought there was something fishy going on with all these good reviews! But I can definitely believe them because I also had a very good experience at Katra, which has prompted me to come and write a review.

My 2 friends and I felt like going out, getting a bottle and listening to good music, so at the recommendation of another friend we chose Katra. I set up the reservation and upon arrival we were greeted by a friendly door staff one of whom was the owner, Christopher. We were promptly escorted to our table where the waitress gave us great service. She checked on us often and the bussers kept our table clean and fully stocked.

I was totally feeling DJ Commish. He kept the party going all night and played a good variety of hip hop, R&B and he splashed in a little pop, plus some blasts from the past. Actually towards the end of the bottle :-) me and my friend got the idea that we wanted to meet the DJ and I sent a text to Christopher to ask if we could meet him. Within a minute he had sent someone to take us up to meet the DJ.

The reason I give this place such rave reviews is because (1) the decor is great. It's really classy and I'm a fan of the Mid Eastern theme (2) The service is very good. I've had my fair share of table experiences. Many times they're unorganized at the door, they take forever to bring what you want or something else equally annoying--but here they had it together from start to finish. Also, it really helps that they get the concept that you are a customer coming to buy a positve experience and a bottle of vodka at their establishment rather than many clubs that somehow have it twisted and think they're doing YOU the favor. I felt that they genuinely wanted us to have a good time and enjoy ourselves. (3) Good DJ...this is a big part of the experience. Gotta have a good soundtrack to the night.

So, that's my review. 2 thumbs up :-)

Pros: music, customer service, serves food, decor

Cons: nothing

Posted 10/05/08

Had my birthday party there 2 years in a row... Great atmosphere and great crowd! No hassle getting all your friends in. If you're looking to host your event, look for Mark.

Posted 09/29/08

I have to say when I think of New York lounges, you would think they would be stuck up owners or people that don't give you any options when you need help with something. Katra is absolutely nothing like that! I organized my friend's 21st Birthday here and it was absolutely perfect. Mark went beyond his way to accommodate us and he made us feel like we were VIP. I had a group of about 20 people and not one of them complained. The lounge itself is designed really well and is very classy. The food and drinks were really good and the service was great. Our waitress Celeste was extremely nice considering she had to cover so many people and she would always come around and check on us, which is hard when there's about 50/60 people asking for drinks. The hookah was a bit pricey but it was extremely smooth and it lasted a long time. Throughout the whole night Mark was working his hardest to accommodate so many people and you can tell he did to truly satisfy us. Chris, the owner, is the coolest guy. He was also great with us and was able to help me out with making sure my friends birthday went smoothly. Thanks to Mark, Chris, Celeste, and Waleed. You all made the night memorable and my friend loved her 21st birthday. This is my first time reviewing on citysearch and citysearch was were I heard about Katra; I was hesitant at first if all the reviews were legit but after coming here and experiencing it I can tell they are all real.

Posted 09/29/08

Great spot is the worst thing I can say about Katra. It is so nice to go some place and be treated so special by such a wonderful staff. The owner is this funny Irish Guy who has this funny accent and makes everyone laugh. He gets away with murder. But he did promise that my party would have a great night and we did! Emily my waitress was wonderful and Mark the host made sure we were all good all night,. Everybody in the crowd was so nice even though it was so crowded.. The music was amazing on both floors. I recommend Katra to everyone because this is what a club should be in New York

Pros: Management and Staff and Service

Cons: None

Posted 09/29/08

I HELD MY FRENCH MOROCCAN HUSBAND'S 40TH BIRTHDAY PARTY AT KATRA ON SATURDAY NIGHT AND IT WAS TRULY AMAZING! FROM THE MOMENT I STARTED PLANNING THE PARTY TWO MONTHS AGO TO THE END OF THE EVENING, IT WAS SEAMLESS. I WOULD LIKE TO RECOGNIZE CHRIS, MARK, EMILY AND ISHMAEL AS GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND BUT THE ENTIRE STAFF WAS REALLY TOP NOTCH. THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS A TRULY MEMORABLE EVENING FOR NOT ONLY MY HUSBAND BUT FOR ALL OF OUR GUESTS AS WELL.

Posted 09/09/08

I am use to going to places where the line is long, the service is average and the doormen are rude and I have never had a reason to write a review because it really was not worth it!! I hearby make the exception on Katra. First we had booked our party accross the street and it was only ok. My friend went accross the road to check out Katra and came back and said the place was jumping. We went to the door with six guys and four girls and were asked what party we were with which I thought was the end of this adventure. We said none and were then told by the doorman that dont worry about it the owner will be out in a second and he will take care of us. He came out and with his little cute English accent invited us in. When in there one of my friends decided he wanted to do a bottle because it was pretty busy. As there was no cover we put our cash togeather and got a table downstairs. The music was rockin and was a mix of everything which suited everyone. people were so nice here from the staff to the people at all the other parties. We were having a wonderful night when the owner sent over a bottle of champagne to us for the birthday girl which I thought was so nice. On the whole it is so refreshing to be in a place that lacks all that snobbery of most clubs. Will be back

Pros: This place is so easy

Cons: drinks are pricey but food is cheap

Posted 08/29/08

To the owner & staff of Katra,

I just wanted to express the excellent service and fantastic hospitality that was shown to us on that night. Everyone in the party had an incredible time and I loved the decor, vibe, and atmosphere of the overall club. It is SO refreshing to find such a beautiful place to be unpretentious and FUN.

The owner was obliging & charming, the waitresses definately did an excellent job in meeting & exceeding our needs, and the bartenders made sure that all my friends were taken care of and treated respectfully. Mark also did an excellent job of seamlessly hosting Rex & Wendi\'s party.

Being frequent club goers, we definately had high expectations and Katra truly exceeded them.

I just wanted to send my personal thanks to the owners, waitresses, DJ, and bartenders who helped make my friend\'s birthday such a memorable experience.

Keep up the fun nights! Thanks for everything!

Best Regards-

Kat Van

Posted 08/29/08

I celebrated my "V.I.P" Birthday Celebration at Katra Lounge last Friday 8/22/08. My friends and I had a blast! Katra's sleek atmosphere couldn't have been more suitable for the Friday night professional work crowd. Assorted Flavors Ent. promotes the Afterwork Experience on Friday, which NYC Professionals seem to gravitate to.

Katra Lounge NYC embodies the dynamic energy of NYC, where a diverse mixture of cultures, architecture, and fashions collide. I'll be back!!

Posted 08/28/08

This past weekend, I held my Purple Carpet Affair to celebrate my 21st birthday party (**Purple Kisses**) at this club and it was GREAT. All my guest got in without a problem, the owner Chris is SO professional as is his bouncer Al. The bartender assigned to my party for the night was good in making sure my guests were comfortable and that our drinks were always full. The music was great, the ambiance of the club itself is breathless.

I also ordered from their menu which was very good and not too expensive. I would encourage ANYONE to have a party or event here. I can tell that the management has been in the business for a while as he was very knowledgeable. It was an amazing time, it's Tuesday and people are posting on my Facebook STILL about how much they enjoyed my birthday party at KATRA.

Pros: The service was impeccable.

Cons: N/A

Posted 08/18/08

Awesome customer service. They take care of you and make sure that everything is the way you want it. Was there on saturday with a couple of friends and had a great time. Other than being a little bit crowded it was a great experience.

Pros: Service

Cons: none

Posted 08/17/08

I threw my partner a surprise birthday party here on August 9th and it was a fantastic event and venue. The staff was first class and attentive, the VIP section was encased in glass and gorgeous, Chris was accommodating and didn't miss a beat while working with us. I recommend Katra to lounge goers looking for a great dj and good food!

Pros: ambiance

Cons: drink prices

Posted 08/12/08

Very cool venue. I had my party here and their was no cost for reservations. Katra gave us the v.i.p., I recommend this place to anyone who just wants a new spot to go for drinks or to have a party at.

Posted 08/06/08

not only was katra the perfect venue, manager Chris Irish :) was the perfect host!!! he made sure everything went so smoothly the entire night. i threw my little sister's 21st birthday party there, this is what she said: "it was the perfect location. the venue: really nice. really trendy. the bouncers: even nicer. no fuss at the door, everyone got in, and the DJ even gave me a birthday shout out! the drinks: AMAAAZING-- they have this lychee martini that's sweet and delicious but potent! (it definitely does the trick.) the music: perfect-- lots of hip-hop, dance/pop, and rap-- i was able to dance the night away, literally! the crowd: hott, trendy, out to have a good time... and in no way bougie. i definitely celebrated my 21st the way it was supposed to be celebrated. anyone having a party and tryna find a place to do it, i most definitely recommend KATRA!!"

Pros: perfect if you're looking to dance all night, full size bar upstairs and downstairs w/ ample bartenders at each, friendly employees, decor is great, will accommodate big groups if you call in advance

Cons: can get realllly crowded some nights

Posted 08/03/08

I just threw a surprise Birthday Party for my husband at Katra and it turned out amazing! Everyone loved the place, the food and especially the bellydancer!! Katra staff and Kris (manager) were great in working with me from planning my event to making sure everything went smoothly the night of....
If you are looking to plan a private party on a budget and concerned about everyone having a good time then Katra is the place!!! Trust me, I did alot of legwork trying to find the perfect place and am thrilled I went with Katra!

Pros: Private Party Lounge, Belly Dancer, Service, Food

Cons: None

Posted 07/28/08

Second year in a row had my party here and its amazing how not one thing has changed. Great service, drinks and food and the bellydancer was beautiful. DJ cranked out the tunes and we had a choice. We did some btls late night which are way cheaper then most places. New door guy is nice but the Irish owner is as charming as ever. Celeste amazing addition to place and very cute. Two thumbs up for Katra

Pros: Just Perfect

Cons: Wish birthday was every week

Posted 07/27/08

I've hosted my birthday party at Katra several times, and I have never been disappointed. As a New Yorker, it is surprisingly tricky to find a good venue for parties. Many lounges in Manhattan are filled with socially awkward people, including creepy guys that make me and my girlfriends feel really uncomfortable. But Katra is always filled with young people my age who want to have a good time. The DJ is always impressive, with awesome mixes of hip hop and dance music. The service is incredible and the waiters/waitresses really try to meet all the demands. And, last but not least, Chris (the manager) is the best!!!

Pros: Music, atmosphere, crowd

Cons: None

Posted 07/27/08

Everything we were promised we were given!!!!!!!!! No line, no cover, great music, great staff and security was so helpful, Crowd was wonderful and mixed. We like, we like and we will be back. Once again Chris you keep your word.
P.S you owe me a shot

Pros: Soup to Nuts GREAT

Cons: Not more places like Katra

Posted 07/20/08

We came for dinner here for my wife?s birthday on Friday Night and were very happy with Katra. The food was beautiful and timely. Our waitress was very attentive and mannerly. The cocktails are unique and tasty with their Pomegranate martini going down very well. The Lamb Tagine is out of this world by the way. All together a perfect evening.

Pros: Very Nice

Cons: None

Posted 07/19/08

We were out last night in the city and came across a club called Katra on the Bowery. Everybody in the neighborhood had lines and were telling us no entry for our group of twenty. My girlfriend was getting upset because we could get in no where all private parties we were told and then there was Katra. We walked up to the door with our group and were told the same thing that it was all private parties and then this Irish guy came up to us and told us to come back in forty five minutes and that he would make sure that we would get in. He then called another bar around the corner and told them that we his friends and to take care of us until he could get us in.
We went back to Katra at 12 and immediately as the doorman was telling us that they were full I heard this Irish guy shout through the door that he promised us entry and he was a man of his word and we were let in.
It made out night as we all had so much fun and to our surprise all the staff were so nice. The bartender "Chris oh so cute" bought my girlfriend a drink for her birthday and Mark who was a doorman kept checking on us as he under instructions to make sure we were happy. We were all amazed as we had not even booked. The drinks are nice and this place is a little pricey but when we did not pay cover it all adds up. The lounge itself has two levels and the crowd was mixed and friendly. The dj was ok and miss but we were told the usual guy was on holiday and he was great. I will definitely come back here and all my friends were so happy so this is my new favorite place.
I did not get the Irish Guys name but thanks!!!

Pros: Club, Staff , Service, Chris behind the bar! and the Irish guy

Cons: The fortyfive minutes we spent in the other bar!

Posted 07/12/08

We had the best time at Katra. The food was great and the service excellent. 2 words Pomegranate Martini. Everyone drank, everyone danced and no one wanted the night to end. Chris and the staff were great to us.

Posted 07/12/08

I had my birthday party in the downstairs area at Katra and it was an awesome night. We got a bottle and reserved a few couches and the service was great. We never had to wait for anything and the owner Chris personally made sure that we were having a good time; his staff is great. I invited over 100 people and everyone got in without a problem as they don't keep people waiting outside unless the place is full. The crowd was good and there was just the perfect amount of people there as you could easily dance and talk to each other yet the place was still busy. The best part about the night was the music, as it kept us on our feet until the early hours of the morning. I definitely recommend Katra for anyone who wants a fun night out. Many of my friends from that night say they will be returning soon.

Pros: Great service and music

Posted 06/28/08

My birthday was June 15, and I wanted to bring all my friends together to party on Saturday night June 14th, I was so stressed out but CHRIS the manager handled it all, his team is awesome!!! I reserved 2 tables downstairs, ordered a couble bottles and invited about 25 people, they all had no problems getting in, we had the best service, our waitresses (michelle and a hot blonde i cant remember her name) were amazing, they kept coming down to check on us! Somehow the other people who reserved tables found out it was my birthday and they sent rounds of shots for me and all my girls, I am Jamaican and I was worried they wouldnt play reggae,,,, but again that was no problem, the DJ hooked us up and played some of my favorites,,,,,he played it all house, R&B, Hip Hop even techno. I would recommend this place to anyone!! Chris you are AMAZING!! Thanks for making my birthday a blast, my friends are still talking about it.

Pros: Service

Cons: n/a

Posted 06/27/08

I had the greatest time ever here! Good crowd and music **Kid Rock's DJ was there** The food was tastey as well, and unlike most clubs it wasn't really hard to get in. I met the owner, Chris, and him and his staff are great! They make you feel like you are VIP even if you are not in VIP! I even tried hooka there, which was pretty cool. Over all good food, good service, GREAT PLACE!

Pros: Service, Food, Decor, Chris and Staff

Cons: A little far downtown, but VERY worth it :)

Posted 06/25/08