Chloe81 Opens a Kind-of-Blue Oyster Bar
September 2, 2014 By Daniel Hoffman
(Photos courtesy of Chloe 81 Blue)
After having its moment as the "next Beatrice Inn" when it opened in 2008, basement speakeasy Chloe81 has kept a lo-pro, for the most part. But now its owners are launching an oyster bar directly above it.
Chloe81 Blue, as the above-ground cocktails-and-seafood spot will be called, has decidedly swank aspirations, in keeping with Hotel Chantelle nearby.
(Photo: Daniel Maurer)
In a press release, M Kouger — who owns the place (and East Williamsburg's Kingsland) along with Brooke Smy and Michael Townsend — notes that "the LES has changed dramatically in the past few years. There is a lot more foot traffic, affluence and excitement surrounding the area and we're thrilled to have been and to continue to be a part of it."
The trio's new spot "takes its inspiration from a Parisian bistro," complete with blue banquettes, subway tiling, and wood finishes. It'll open (during Fashion Week, naturally) tomorrow with a private party featuring streetside jazz and DJs Queen Majesty, Nancy Whang (LCD Soundsystem, Juan McClean) and Justine D (Motherfucker). After that, hours are 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
If you miss oysters at Prima, this may be your new slurping spot.
Chloe 81 Blue, 81 Ludlow St., bet. Delancey and Broome Sts.
Tags: Bars + Restaurants, chloe81, chloe81 blue, Lower East Side
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