Raines Law Room At The William Is A Romantic Speakeasy With DIY Cocktails

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• Burrowed above the tavernlike British pub the Shakespeare, in The William hotel, is the newest location of the dimly-lit Prohibition era-themed speakeasy Raines Law Room; the flagship hideaway remains in Flatiron and both speakeasies have a private entrance where you ring the doorbell to gain entry
• Reigning over the cocktail menu is 2016 Imbibe Bartender of the Year, Meaghan Dorman, who offers customers a DIY Old Fashioned option where they can choose their own bitters, booze, and sweeteners; hide out in a cushiony curtained off booth with your own personal service bell and keep the cocktails coming
• Pair these smooth concoctions with a menu of British-inspired small plates by Chef Jason Hicks (The Peacock); Welsh Rarebit (sourdough, guinness, tickler cheddar, and scallion), ricotta (sourdough, aged balsamic, thyme, and rosemary), or a scotch egg (tarter sauce)