Cheval

When I think about young, upwardly mobile drinking, I think of horses. Taking over from 606, Cheval shoots for a Euro-lounge feel with a shot of beach sweat and equine luxury (yes, that's right). Long(ish), narrow(ish), and mural-adorned, the neoteric spot should draw a crowd of tailored, striped shirters (that looks strange) and their Blackberry muses. With a Brant House and Maro pedigree, the team behind Cheval knows how to bug-lamp (that's a verb) office-forwarders, Stella drinkers (North American Stella drinkers), and anti-metro pass, cab riders/risers. Neigh. -S.T.

I am in complete agreement with the former reviewer. The bouncers at Cheval need to receive a swift kick in the arse. The point of being in the hospitality/entertainment industry is to be HOSPITABLE. Once you get past these morons (if ever), you realize that the club itself is entirely overrated. I'd rather spend my Saturday night in an actual stable than return here again.

Cheval is owned by the same people who own the Brant House, West and Maro. These people have made an absolute fortune in this business by treating people like complete crap. And yet these places continue to have large lineups every week??? These people will not be nice until people start staying away from their establishments. The point I'm making here is that people should not be surprised by the attitude displayed at these places for it has been the secret to the success of the Brant House empire. The niteclub business is about as shady as it gets, deal with it!

I loved this place. The doormen were polite and friendly without attitude. The bar staff was fast, efficient and easy on the eyes! Music was equally great! The room itself is gorgeous. And who cares about a $10 cover charge. If it bugs you go to a pub.

Totally agree with the previous comments. The attitude at this place is sickening. In a city full of great bars and lounges it's easy to find dozens of other lounges with better service.

HOLLA! You people dont get it. you have to know the promoter to get in. cheval is THE place to go on thursday and sunday. you wont find hotter people in the city!

After reading some poor reviews online for this bar, yet hearing good things from friends I decided to check it out. Overall it was a pleasant experience; although it was supposedly 'guest list' only we had no problem getting in. The only disappointment was that the patio was bottle service only. All-in-all a good time...

Not a place I would go to again. On a beautiful warm night, the patio is something I like to enjoy, but at Cheval, the patio was not accessible unless you were willing to pay for bottle service (or you were willing to schmooze the bouncer, which I realize is a typical big city thing, but I'm tired of playing the game...). Why not set up a "VIP" section on the patio for those who want to buy bottle service and let others enjoy the patio too - at least get their $10 cover worth of something useful from this place.

You know, they say that most people make an effort only to "complain", so I thought I would do this venue justice by actually taking the time to voice some positive opinions.

My experience at Cheval is like night and day compared to most of what I have read on here. Everything from my intial phone call to the end of my night was fantastic. The reservation host was extremely courteous and accomodating, upon arrival my party was greeted by well dressed and well mannered door staff, our "host" for the evening was readily available all night, our cocktailer and bus boy were super friendly and efficient. MUSIC was fantastic!

Loved the people, loved the space, loved the staff...

I had a very enjoyable night at Cheval Bar, my expectations very surpassed by the professionalism and courtesy displayed by all members of the Cheval Bar staff. From the VIP door host to the bus boy to our dedicated cocktailer, there were all very courteous and professional. My evening and my guests were indeed an enjoyable one.
Once again, thanks to them, and I expect to be returning to Cheval soon.

I give this place no stars...
Why you might ask?
Let's start with the fact that we never even got the opportunity to make it in the door!
We were greeted by someone with a clipboard before even entering the line, we were told that the club was almost at capacity and that it would be a small wait.
Well wait is what we did, at least 45 mins in freezing -0 below weather and we still NEVER got inside the door.
I watched at least 30-40 people who were either VIP, Corporate or Bottle Service pass us by.
I watched as bouncers took $100 bills from high rollers to squeeze in the front of the line.
As if that wasn’t enough after waiting 45 mins we were told that we are wasting our time and that we wouldn't be getting in.
I couldn't feel my feet by this time, I was livid!!!!

Now I can understand from a sales perspective why Cheval would choose to take in individuals who are VIP, Corporate or Bottle service over someone who just randomly walks in off the street...they are in the money making business and need to make sure they maximize their total potential profit.

BUT from the perspective of someone who has worked in sales for many years, Cheval has forgotten the one golden rule of sales....
"Never make assumptions about people by first glance, because you never know what is in someone's pocket".

All customers should be treated the same no matter who they are!!!

The power tripping bouncers at this place need to go back and study the manual of both customer service and manners, things that they are highly lacking!

Don’t waste your time and money on this place, it is not worth the humiliation and ridicule.

I also give this place no stars.

I do not recommend taking your party to this club. For all you people planning on doing New Year's at Chevel, I would NOT take the risk. I had bottle service booked at this club, confirmed with a credit card and had multiple emails. Upon my arrival NO reservation existed and on top of that I was not even allowed into the club. All I received was attitude and on top of that they did not even acknowledge their mistake in my lost reservation. No manager was called.

My night was ruined. I left the club and other people continued to show up at Cheval and find out my party did not exist. Way too much drama and dissapointment.

Honestly people, even if you have a ticket, it's a risk to go there because obviously they do not take their reservations or confirmations seriously and you do not want to risk ruining your New Year's Eve.