205 Dry

Moody and energetic all at once, this spot exudes speakeasy vibes with a touch of sophistication. The drinks are creative and edgy, with descriptions that might seem intimidating at first. If you're unsure, just ask the bartenders—they go the extra mile to break down every ingredient, and trust me, the drinks are worth it. The food menu offers a great selection of small plates and features, perfect for sharing. Don’t be misled by reviews suggesting it’s pricey. It’s not cheap, but it’s definitely not Nobu. I highly recommend this place for a date night, special occasion, or just to soak in the unique atmosphere and switch things up.

This was my second time visiting 205 and it was just as good as the first. We made a reservation Friday night and showed up at our specified time. We were promptly seated and given menus. We of course had some drinks as well as the special of the Filet Mignon with Garlic Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts. The drinks were fabulous with our favorite being the strawberry mule! The food came out in a reasonable time and was amazing. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

I love it here but especially on Thursdays when they have their steak special. This review is from my Thursday visit. The drinks are delicious but for me two is plenty. I had their Hang Glider and Freshly fizzed. I also had a sip of the mock-tail, Peach Dream, which was fantastic! All drinks were delicious! We had the béchamel parmesan meatballs starter which was great, along with the toast to soak up the delicious sauce. The steak was tender and cooked nicely, the smashed potatoes were nice in the wine reduction sauce (the sauce I’d dip anything into). I had the soup with my dish, which was chicken gumbo, it was very good. We split the crème brûlée for dessert, which was the right move. The texture is more of a pudding with the crunchy sugar topping. Our waiter was Chris and he was great, very attentive.

We held my daughter’s bridal shower there and everything was perfect. It is a beautiful location, and the food and service were great. So glad we were able to have it there

Unique restaurant decorated to look like a Prohibition-era speakeasy. We had the specials, which were amazing, but there are many lower cost options on the menu as well. We'll definitely be going back again.

A great atmosphere for fine dining with a speakeasy feel. Spacious and brighter that the usual decor. The food was awesome and Lisa the mixologist knew what to make for the occasion. Reservations are recommended. However, if you get there early enough, you should be able to sit at the bar. A plus because you get dinner and a show!

Best speakeasy inside I have ever seen. Ordered a drink that was not good, so asking for a replacement. They charged for both. So be careful when you order drink wise cuz if it's not good we will not make it right. Despite that I would go there again, and be more careful what I order. We were the first people to arrive and they did not see this in one of the cool spots. Be specific where you want to sit.

Excellent first experience! From the service from Regon, to the drinks & food, everything was spectacular. There was nothing I would have changed!

Had a fabulous dinner after a Binghamton Philharmonic Pops Concert.
Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu, drinks, and whisk(e)y list.

One of the coolest places I've been to, ever! Drinks were amazing, food was delish and the atmosphere was incredible and unique!! Would definitely visit again!

Awesome atmosphere, drink menu was massive! We had poutine for an appetizer and it was delicious! I had a prohibition burger, and it was cooked to perfection! The staff was awesome and catered to our needs! You definitely need to try this place!

UN FRIKKIN BELIEVABLE!!! Every time I visit I have to go... The food and the drinks are out of this world!!

First, Garrett was amazing! My friend and I celebrated our birthdays together there. He serenaded us and had us blow out candles.

The food is wonderful, the drinks are amazing and the atmosphere is the chefs kiss.

Loved it. Great service, great food. It's an amazing place to dress fancy and just eat. Loved my drink. Strawberry mule. The door to the bar is just amazing! Love the meat platter. I wish I knew the names of the cheeses but imsure if you ask they will tell you. The secret shot menu is great.

205 Dry was phenomenal in just about every way and we already cannot wait to go back!

This review is for a weekend evening between 7 and 9 pm. The restaurant was incredibly busy. TIP: on the weekends it isn't a bad idea to call ahead for a reservation.

This was our first visit to 205 Dry. We had heard many great things about this establishment but hadn't gotten around to trying it out until recently. When you arrive you open the outside door to a small room with a "bookcase" on the back wall. That bookcase is actually a door that opens up to the bar/restaurant. This experience is very neat and adds to the ambiance of being an early 1900's speakeasy. We took seats at the bar as it was the only spot available in the restaurant at the time and took some time to enjoy the ambiance of the room. Absolutely stunning!

We ordered a few drinks (an old fashioned and a strawberry Moscow mule-esque cocktail) as well as the OG chicken Sandwich and the Prohibition Burger. Drinks took a bit to be made but considering how busy the place was this was perfectly acceptable. The staff were very helpful, attentive, and friendly! The food came out hot, fresh, and within a very reasonable time frame.

The OG Chicken Sandwich was phenomenal! The chicken was tender, juicy, and cooked absolutely perfectly. One of, if not the best chicken sandwich in the area. The Burger was cooked perfectly to order at medium temp and was juicy and very well flavored.

Overall I am extremely impressed with 205 Dry. This is quite the gem in downtown Binghamton and we will absolutely be back for round 2!

Where do I even start with 205 Dry? First of all, the atmosphere is amazing. I love the speakeasy feel, and the place is decorated beautifully. The drink selection is huge; we barely got through the list! I had 2 delicious cocktails; the Oaxacan Breakfast and Rosemary's Baby, and my friends were also pleased with their selections. But the food...oh my goodness, the food was amazing. I can't speak highly enough of this place. The service was excellent too. I would give it more than 5 stars if I could!

I'm updating my review, I want to give a shout-out to Garrett Axtell. He was our amazing server tonight. He suggested my entree. He was patient, kind, and well organized. He was covering the back room and had multiple large parties. Everybody was asking for photos of him. In my opinion, he made this trip much better than the previous. Garrett, thank you for the suggestions they were Top Notch tonight.
205 Dry has always had a wonderful atmosphere. we went there today with my family. As always, the appetizers we got were amazing. Unfortunately, we finished them before I could take photos. The entrees were superb. They were much better than what I've chosen in the past. have been in the past. They have non-alcoholic beverages and myself and my daughters and I were able to get mocktails that were amazing. This was a memory making night for my daughters and myself. (Original post-beautiful outstanding Speakeasy with wonderful food and great drinks. Easy meet up with friends on a Friday night.)

The atmosphere is as good as the food. And the food is superb. We were there on Thursday for their filet special. Yes, go on Thursdays! There is a back patio, front sidewalk, or indoors. Indoors was a little chilly in the night we were there. We thoroughly enjoyed the back patio. It isn't large, but if it's available you want to sit there. They have seen shades and plants. I could just send time looking around the restaurant, can it is a treat for the eyes as well!

Of the greatest dining experiences in my life this ranks in the top 5. From the secret entrance through the book shelf, to the warm hostess greeting, to an exceptional selection of global whiskeys, to a filet that makes you weep that others cannot share in its glory, to watermelon gazpacho that is both summer cool and great date night hot, there is nothing missing from this most glorious of Binghamton NY’s gustatory treasures. Ask for Garrett to be your server, and his personal service and sartorial splendor will transport you to a magical dining experience. Chef.Rose creates a menu where every dish is angelic and transformative. Second experience will not be our last.

Love this great place. Extremely creative, delicious, fun and comfortable. First, find your way in through the book case. Then, take it all in. The decor is perfect for the theme. A prohibition era speak easy with the wonderful drinks to entice your curiosity. Please, do have the pickle fries. I've driven completely across the country on this trip and these are, by far, the best I've had. Be sure to find out the special before deciding on what to have. This menu is perfectly suited to the drinks. I enjoyed our waitress, who was fully versed in the menus, both food and drink. I hope you enjoy as much as we did.