Thrillist 11/17/10
Darby's classic noshes such as Lobster Newberg, are pair-able with tipples like the Scotch Rocks Redux, and all served while the house band'll rock out to a nightly performance. The Darby
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The Darby, a modern cabaret dining concept with a touch of old-school glamour opens up its door in September. Alexandra Guarnaschelli, Richie Akiva, and Scott Sartiano (the "Butter" crew) have teamed up on another new project in the former Nell's space: a supperclub which will be called The Darby. The supperclub will will exude a sense of classic 50s/60s style reminiscent of El Morocco. From the menu you can expect fresh, local produce and modern continental fare.
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Food Network 1/12/11
The Darby, from Food Network chef Alex Guarnaschelli, serves new American classics in a New York, NY supper club setting. 
AskMen 4/8/11
A 2nd level for all-night hanging, plus a separate lounge menu to snack on & cocktails like the Tin Lizzy (gin, St. Germain, grapefuit, cuke) & the Tommy Gun (tequila, blood orange, orange bitters). 
Metromix 1/3/11
Those who've been in New York will remember this space as former nightclub Nell's. Menu is by Alex Guarnaschelli, who learned how to feed the well-heeled, club hopping crowd over at Butter. 
Nicky D.11/5/10
You must try the sauted spinach on the secret menu! Ask your waiter but don't tell them who told you! ... The password is "minkus" BLOG ARTICLES
Richie Akiva and Scott Sartiano's claim their newest project, The Darby, will not be like their other ventures, or even like the other restaurant/nightclub sets around today.
The pair say they "want to bring back an old-fashioned sense of class from the ’50’s and ’60’s, ... a place where you can dress up, have an amazing dinner and some music and entertainment." From the guys that created iconic venues like 1 Oak and Butter we would expect nothing less.
On board for the project is TV personality, Chef Alexandra Guarnaschelli who has talked about a Continental menu featuring a raw bar and small plates for sharing.
The Darby: Wear your best. Bring your appetite.
