"Moscow 57 has everything: a busy, unpretentious scene (a mix of older European expats, young LES hipsters, artists of every stripe, canoodling couples and rough groups); a chic yet casual, deliberately shady atmosphere that reminds an artistic salon from another era; excellent live music performances; wonderful hosts in the form of Ellen and Seth; especially EXCELL Most venues with live entertainment about the quality of their kitchen; not so Moscow 57, where almost everything on the extensive menu is excellent. This is not the place for a quiet night outside, but it is a guaranteed good time."