Donna
New York
At a glance
Donna, located on Cornelia Street in Manhattan's vibrant West Village, presents a unique gathering space with its reimagined bar experience. Functioning as one of New York City's early worker-owned cooperative bars, Donna centers its operations around equity and sustainability. The establishment opens its doors to patrons seeking a distinctive cocktail experience blended seamlessly with cooperative principles.
The ambiance at Donna reflects an inviting atmosphere, where expertly crafted cocktails stand as the centerpiece of the bar's offerings. Situated in one of Manhattan's most renowned neighborhoods, it serves as an ideal place for both locals and visitors to enjoy inventive drinks in a relaxed setting. With a focus on community and shared ownership, every drink served embodies the collaborative spirit of its worker-owners.
Donna is the perfect venue for those who value a bar experience enriched with social values and a commitment to inclusivity. Its operation hours are designed to accommodate both evening gatherings during the week and later nights on weekends, providing flexibility for patrons' varying schedules. Happy hour offerings offer an additional opportunity to enjoy the venue's creations at a leisurely pace.
Whether planning a casual meet-up with friends or an early evening escape, Donna offers diverse opportunities for engagement. The West Village location adds an extra layer of charm, merging the classic allure of one of New York's most beloved areas with a modern, cooperative twist.
Reviews
Ducked in on a cold and rainy Saturday afternoon after seeing a play nearby. We were greeted by easy-going, efficient staff. Got served one of the most balanced, clean, delicious cocktails I’ve ever had. The crowd picked up closer to 5:00 and it was lively but relaxed. Can’t wait to go back.
The bartender Mike was fantastic. Our drinks were perfect. He paid great attention to my friend and I when close talking males kept hovering to make sure we were safe and ok. This establishment is worker owned so more the reason to come here! Don't sleep on this!
I didn't go for the food, I can't speak to the food. I went and sat at the bar and had a few mocktails. The bar tender was excellent, he was engaging and knowledgeable, giving great rundowns of the mocktails, their profiles and giving great suggestions. The atmosphere is good as well, it's kind of small but I enjoyed my time.
The atmosphere is a vibe with a great staff to pair. I personally enjoyed the SPF 100 cocktail which tastes exactly like a pina colada. And the shareable dishes were delicious. The nachos and burrito were tasty and fresh. Great service and will come back!
