Ghost Donkey is a lively mezcal- and tequila-focused cocktail bar nestled next to Saxon + Parole in New York’s NoHo district. Accessible via a subtle interior door or directly from Bleecker Street, the bar exudes a festive, irreverent vibe with its red-tinted neon glow, string lights, and intimate, cozy layout. Founded by AvroKO Hospitality Group and led by head bartender Ignacio “Nacho” Jiménez, Ghost Donkey celebrates Mexican craftsmanship through a sprawling lineup of mezcals and tequilas—65 mezcal and 25 tequila varieties—delivered via creative signature cocktails and traditional flights. Expect show-stopping drinks like the Huitlacoche (mushroom‑infused mezcal margarita), El Diablo Swizzle, Stealth Margarita, Mole Negroni, and the namesake El Burro Fantasma—all served with flair, often in ceramic donkey cups. The food menu leans into elevated Mexican comfort—wild mushroom, truffle, mole chicken, and chorizo nachos; Baja or artichoke tacos; queso fundido; churros—perfect for sharing alongside cocktails. With ambient pop and Mexican sounds, neon-lit walls, and a buzzing crowd of downtown fashionistas, Ghost Donkey is part speakeasy, part dive, and totally unforgettable. Whether starting a night out or ending it on a high note, expect bold cocktails, dynamic atmosphere, and generous hospitality.
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