Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you visit Backstage, the speakeasy hidden inside Stage Star Deli in Midtown Manhattan.
Where is Backstage, and how do I find the entrance?
Backstage is hidden inside Stage Star Deli at 105 W 55th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenues in Midtown Manhattan (New York, NY 10019). Walk in through the deli, find the curtain, and step through into the lounge.
Is Backstage part of Stage Star Deli?
Backstage is a separate speakeasy cocktail lounge located inside Stage Star Deli. The deli is out front; Backstage is the low-lit, theater-inspired bar behind the curtain. Several of our cocktails use ingredients from the deli, from the Everything Bagel Martini to the Candied Bacon Old Fashioned.
What are your hours?
Monday and Tuesday 4 PM to 12 AM. Wednesday through Saturday 4 PM to 1 AM. We are closed on Sunday.
Are you open on Sunday?
No. Backstage is closed on Sundays. We open again Monday at 4 PM.
How do I make a reservation?
Book on OpenTable for parties of 1 to 12. For larger groups, use the group request form on our Reservations page.
Is there a dress code?
Our dress code is casual.
Do you serve food?
Yes. Our kitchen serves until 10 PM Monday through Wednesday and until 11 PM Thursday through Saturday. The menu includes shareables like the charcuterie board, caviar & chips and Stage Star sliders, plus The Backstage Burger, a classic Reuben, salads and desserts. See the full menu.
What are your signature cocktails?
Our signature cocktails are deli-inspired, from deli to glass: the Everything Bagel Martini (cream cheese-washed Tito's, dill, caper, roasted tomato olive oil), the Candied Bacon Old Fashioned (bacon-washed Woodford Reserve, Vermont maple, walnut), the Sweet & Spicy Pickle Margarita, the Stage Star Espresso Martini, the Creamsicle and the Banana Bread.
Do you have non-alcoholic drinks?
Yes. We have three mocktails (Understudy, Center Stage and Encore), plus Heineken 0% and Brooklyn Special 0%.
Do you have a happy hour?
Yes. Monday through Thursday from 4 PM to 7 PM: $5 select beers, $7 select wines and $10 mixed drinks.
Is Backstage close to Carnegie Hall and Broadway theaters?
Yes. We are a short walk from Carnegie Hall, New York City Center, Radio City Music Hall and the Theater District, which makes Backstage an easy stop for pre-show drinks or a post-show nightcap.
Can I book Backstage for a private event or large group?
Yes. For groups larger than 12 and private events, use the group request form on our Reservations page or email thebackstagenyc@gmail.com.
Can you accommodate allergies or gluten-free diets?
Our kitchen handles milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, sesame and soy, and cross-contamination may occur. Please tell your server about any allergies. Gluten-free alternatives are available on request.
How can I contact Backstage?
Call (347) 504-1057 or email thebackstagenyc@gmail.com.