Music For a While – American
Bathed in the low glow of amber lights and the rhythmic hum of a curated soundtrack, this intimate sanctuary offers a space where sound and spirit harmonize in perfect tempo. The cocktail program dances between the botanical crispness of a Glasshouse Gimlet and the smoky, soulful depths of the Texas Nights, each pour crafted with a precision that mirrors the clarity of the music. It is a destination for the deep listener, where one can lose track of time over a velvety Frozen Espresso Martini or a complex Nordic Negroni while the world outside fades into a distant melody.
518 West 27th Street, New York NY 10001 https://musicforawhile.nyc/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Music For a While
Dairy-Free at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Suntory Roku Gin, Bulleit Bourbon and Don Julio Alma Miel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 30 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Suntory Roku Gin, Don Julio Alma Miel and Madre Mezcal. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Patron El Alto, Nutrl Seltzer and 4 Red Bull. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Makers Mark and Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 17 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Nutrl Seltzer, Suntory Haku Vodka and Makers Mark. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 21 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Patron El Alto, Nutrl Seltzer and Suntory Haku Vodka. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Makers Mark, Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label and Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Music For a While
Music For a While in New York has 34 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Suntory Roku Gin, Bulleit Bourbon and 518. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Music For a While
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label | 0.5 g | 33.4 g |
| Grey Goose Vodka | 2.5 g | 28.9 g |
| Don Julio 1942 (750ml) | 1.4 g | 26.3 g |
| Don Julio Reposado (750ml) | 1.4 g | 26.3 g |
| Don Julio 1942 (375ml) | 11.6 g | 26 g |
| Tanqueray London Dry Gin | 0 g | 21.3 g |
| Makers Mark | 0 g | 20.6 g |
| Suntory Haku Vodka | 0 g | 16.6 g |
| Casa Dragones Blanco (750ml) | 6.2 g | 16.1 g |
| Bulleit Bourbon | 6.1 g | 11.7 g |
| Patron El Alto | 8.3 g | 11.5 g |
| Josh Chardonnay (Glass) | 42 g | 10.9 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Hours
- Friday - Saturday
- 9:00 PM - 26:00
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its outstanding food quality and fresh, succulent ingredients, guests consistently praise the prompt service and relaxed vibe. Diners highlight the freshness of every dish, noting that the experience is well worth a visit for those seeking a high-quality meal in a laid-back atmosphere.
Menu
Cocktails
- Nordic Negroni - $20: Himbrimi Old Tom Gin, Cocchi Americano, ST. Agrestis Inferno Bitter Aperitivo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Middle-8 - $20: Mezcal, Rapa Giovanni, St. Agrestis Bitter Aperitivo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Glasshouse Gimlet - $20: Cucumber Mint Infused Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Cointreau, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Twilight Tonic - $20: Gin, Cocchi Americano, Giffard Violette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Texas Nights - $20: Balcones Texas Single Malt Whiskey, Madeira, Aromatic & Barrel Aged Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- 518 - $20: Rum, Averna Siciliano, Sweet Vermouth, Yuzu, Dry Curacao Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Frozen Espresso Martini - $20: Vodka, Espresso, Mr. Black, Demerara Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Playhead - $24: Clarified 3 Pepper Spicy Margarita, Mongolian Chili Infused Casa Dragones Tequila Blanco, Lime, Poblano, Habanero, Agave Strega Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Non Alcoholic
- Phony Negroni - $15: St. Agrestis Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Phony Mezcal Negroni - $15: St. Agrestis Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Amaro Falso - $15: St. Agrestis Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Montauk N/A IPA - $10 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Stella 0.0 - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Wines
- Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc (Glass) - $18 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Mer Soleil Chardonnay (Glass) - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Josh Chardonnay (Glass) - $17 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Mionetto Prosecco (Glass) - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Lucien Albrecht Rose Brut (Glass) - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Hampton Water Sparkling Rose (Glass) - $17 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Balland Sancerre Rose (Glass) - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Villa Puccini Toscana (Glass) - $14 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Banshee Pinot Noir (Glass) - $17 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Elouan Pinot Noir (Glass) - $18 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Conundrum Red Blend (Glass) - $20 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Conundrum Cabernet Blend (Glass) - $18 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
Beers & Seltzers
- Goose Island IPA - $10
- Kona Big Wave - $10
- Minerva Mexican Lager - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Famosa Lager - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Estrella Jalisco - $10
- Stella Artois - $10
- Montauk (Misc Flavors) - $10 Dietary tags: Halal, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Long Drink - $9: Traditional or Sugar Free
- Nutrl Seltzer - $14 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Dirty Water Seltzer - $10 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Bottle Service
- You & Me Vodka - $500 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Suntory Haku Vodka - $400 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Grey Goose Vodka - $450 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Tito's Vodka - $405 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Don Julio 1942 (750ml) - $750 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Don Julio Alma Miel - $700 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Patron El Alto - $675 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Casa Dragones Blanco (750ml) - $450 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Casa Dragones Reposado (750ml) - $525 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Don Julio Reposado (750ml) - $400 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Don Julio 1942 (375ml) - $400 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Bulleit Bourbon - $500 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Makers Mark - $450 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Jameson - $350 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Monkey 47 Gin - $475 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Tanqueray London Dry Gin - $475 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Suntory Roku Gin - $400 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Madre Mezcal - $550 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Montelobos Mezcal - $500 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Catedral Mezcal - $450 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- El Silencio Mezcal - $400 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Desolas Mezcal - $375 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Veuve Clicquot Brut Rose - $475 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label - $425 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial - $350 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
Add-ons
- 4 Red Bull - $20 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Music For a While
- Is Music For a While dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Music For a While has 25 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Suntory Roku Gin, Bulleit Bourbon and Don Julio Alma Miel.
- What can I eat at Music For a While on a dairy-free diet?
- Suntory Roku Gin, Bulleit Bourbon and Don Julio Alma Miel carry the dairy-free tag, out of 25 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Music For a While have vegan options?
- Yes. 34 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Suntory Roku Gin and Bulleit Bourbon.
- Is Music For a While gluten-free?
- 30 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Music For a While?
- Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label, at roughly 33.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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