First time here was amazing! Bartenders are great , make good drinks and are friendly. Atmosphere is classy and good vibes. Food is fresh and delicious! Overall a great experience I’ll definitely be coming back.

John, Michael, and Nicole are Awesome! This is our go to place. The food, the drinks, the atmosphere, all perfect. The crowd of people that come in are also super friendly. Its like a little hidden secret gem and even though I don't want to share, I have to let everyone know what a wonderful place it is; because they deserve an award and major recognition! This is a true cocktail lounge! 🍸🍹☕️🍾🥂

Oh sorry, I forgot to talk about the actual drinks! They have ethereal shot flight! Delish, my absolute favorite! And you must try the stuffed olives 🫒 they are perfect! I have had all the shot flights and you just cannot go wrong with any of them. Bartenders choice, let them create an amazing drink of their choice for you! And they do just that! Michael and John created 2 very different drinks for my friend and I, both awesome and fit our personalities perfectly! 🫶🫶🫶 Can't wait to stop in again! Until then, go visit and have a drink for me!

The Alchemist is, without exaggeration, one of the best nights out you can have on Staten Island. From the second you walk in, it feels like you’ve found a place that actually understands what going out is supposed to feel like. The space is a total vibe, intimate, and effortlessly stylish without trying too hard. It has that rare kind of atmosphere that immediately makes the night feel elevated, whether you’re there for a date, drinks with friends, or just want somewhere that feels a little more special than the usual bar scene. The cocktails are where this place really separates itself. Everything feels intentional, from the presentation to the flavor to the overall experience of the drink itself. It’s not just “good for Staten Island.” It’s genuinely good, period. The menu feels creative without becoming gimmicky, and the whole place has a polished, curated feel that makes you want to stay for one more round. What I love most is that The Alchemist has actual identity. It doesn’t feel generic, corporate, or thrown together. It feels like someone truly cared about the details, the mood, the music, the service, and the overall energy of the room. That’s rare. Staten Island seriously needs more places like this. If you want a spot that feels romantic, memorable, and a little transportive, this is it. The Alchemist makes a night out feel like an occasion, and that alone makes it worth coming back to.

A superb cocktail bar that has a medley of drinks, ambiance of an intimate speakeasy, and music that makes it a modern date spot.