Heard around town…
Featured in And Just Like That in their Season 2 episode 8: A Hundred Years Ago.
– AND JUST LIKE THAT
“Nicki Laborie has added a New York edition to her two Toronto places, Bar Reyna and Reyna on King. Mediterranean snacks, like Lebanese tacos and more substantial plates, including lamb baklava and a shawarma platter, are on the menu. A long bar and tables define the room; a luxurious lounge, Le Louis, is on the lower level.”
– THE NEW YORK TIMES
“Reyna, the recently opened New York offshoot of the Toronto original, brings unique flair to the Pornstar Martini.”
– MICHELIN GUIDE
“Look how beautiful that room is!”
- DREW BARRYMORE
Mary J. Blige at her 2024 album release after party in REYNA’s hidden lounge Le Louis. She inspired us to add her Sun Goddess Orange Wine on our menu permanently!
–MARY J. BLIGE
The ladies celebrate Racquel and Mel’s engagement at their ballroom-themed party in REYNA’s hidden lounge, Le Louis. See them in Season 15 Episode10: A Strictly Ballroom Affair.
– THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NEW YORK CITY
“…While we create a total dining experience with food, drink and vibe, at Reyna we believe that when people want to go out and spend their hard-earned money on a dining experience, they will remember the people that made that experience fun and special more so than anything else.”
– FORBES
“Reyna restaurant and bar rocked it at its opening party near Union Square.“
– CITI TOUR NY
“This is seriously delicious. It has so many different elements; it’s like you keep discovering them.”
– NEW YORK LIVE NEWS
“As the owner of Reyna, a chic Mediterranean tapas restaurant nestled at 11 East 13th Street, Nicki Laborie stands out as both a passionate restaurateur and a fierce advocate for women in the hospitality industry.”
– WOMEN’S JOURNAL
“Cleopatra’s Secret at Reyna in New York City is a saffron gin cocktail with notes of cardamom, nutmeg, and coriander. “This saffron gin cocktail, featuring warm notes of cardamom and nutmeg, is a showstopper when served tableside and dramatically set aflame,” says Nicki Laborie, owner of Reyna Hospitality Group. As Queen Cleopatra was known for taking saffron-infused milk baths before dates, this is pretty perfect for the occasion.”
– FORBES
“The atmosphere restaurant is designed as an energetic gathering place where the vibe, food and drinks intermix to create a wholly unique restaurant experience.“
– RESIDENT MAGAZINE
“You’re obviously in for the royal treatment at Reyna, the newish Mediterranean tapas bar near Union Square whose name means “queen” in Spanish.”
– GUEST OF A GUEST
“Mediterranean snack and cocktail lounge, REYNA, has brought its sensational bar program to NYC from Toronto for a fabulous opening that’s sure to reign above others. Owner Nicki Laborie describes the NYC opening as “a dream come true” after starting their career in NYC 30 years prior.”
– SECRET NYC
REVIEWS
★★★★★
“Nice enough to take your parents, perfect for groups or girls night, with sharable plates and a stellar first date spot! 🤍”
– Kimberly Fisher
★★★★★
“Love love love this place. The decor, ambiance, food, and drinks are all 10/10. Especially the drinks are 20/10. It truly felt like an experience not just eating and drinking at a nice place. You will know what I mean once you try this place out”
– Da Min Lee
★★★★★
“The food is absolutely amazing, the drinks are unreal and the vibes are immaculate.”
– Olga Ferrara, @newyorkfoodies
★★★★★
"I recently had the pleasure of dining at Reyna while I was in New York, and I must say it was an extraordinary experience from start to finish. From the moment I stepped into the restaurant, I knew I was in for something special. The elegant decor, warm lighting, and attentive staff set the tone for a memorable evening.”
– Proper Events