The Darby

The Darby provides a dining experience steeped in luxury, elegance and glamour. Historical architecture is accented and brings back the history of the space that was once a legendary club. Today, it offers live jazz and blues along with a contemporary American and continental menu that is on the gourmet side of things. Find it in the West Village.

THIS RESTAURANT IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS It may be filled with frat boys or revelers at a bachelorette party. You could be the only guest not wearing this season's shoes and the dishes might all be overpriced. But remember you're at The Darby, a scene-y Meatpacking District lounge and restaurant where celeb chef Alexandra Guarnaschelli cooks up nouveau American fare.

In Short Spots without scenes are few and far between in this neighborhood, but the low-key, no-crowd vibe at this lounge fills the void. The sunken, gold-dipped room, with amber candlelight and electronica in the background, is…

It didn't take long for partners Richie Akiva, Scott Sartiano and Ronnie Madra to renovate the space where they operated The Darby (pictured), the restaurant and club that offered live entertainment and some other surprises during its three year run that ended last year. Timed perfectly for the return of New York Fashion Week, they are ready to unveil Up&Down, two separate yet connected club...

The Butter Group has announced that it will close the Darby, its supper club and lounge that offers guests live entertainment during their dinners, by the end of the month. Owners Scott Sartiano and Richie Akiva tell the Post that while business is doing great, the owners have become nervous that a demolition clause in their lease could force them to close before they have fully recouped their...

The Darby is a place for food and entertainment as it's housed in the old Nell's space, a legendary jazz and blues venue. Well-respected musicians like Wyclef Jean, Taylor Swift and Prince have jumped on the bandstand unannounced much to the delight of unsuspecting diners. Even if a big name isn't on stage, you can count on live music accompanying your meal. While grooving to the live music,...