Step into the world of Moby-Dick at Quick Eternity, a newly opened cocktail bar at 22 Peck Slip in Manhattan’s historic South Street Seaport. Inspired by Herman Melville’s epic tale of obsession and the sea, the bar reimagines a 19th-century whaling inn—equal parts tavern, literary hideaway, and time capsule.

Inside, the atmosphere is unmistakably nautical: a polished driftwood bar, exposed brick walls, wooden floors, and a striking mural of the white whale, framed by what appears to be whalebone. Vintage copies of Moby-Dick are scattered throughout the space, lending a quiet, intellectual warmth to the wood-accented interior.

The bar takes its name from Melville’s own words:

''…yet to chase and point lance at such an apparition as the Sperm Whale was not for mortal man. That to attempt it, would be inevitably to be torn into a quick eternity.''

A haunting line—and a fitting tribute to the perilous allure of the sea.

Melville himself was born in Lower Manhattan on Pearl Street, just steps from where Quick Eternity now stands. That history infuses the bar’s spirit. Founder and bartender Bryan Schneider (formerly of Bad Roman), a lifelong devotee of Moby-Dick, has created a space that feels both literary and lived-in—transporting guests into Ishmael and Ahab’s world without ever feeling precious.

In the kitchen, Chef Antonio Mora (Morandi, Frankie’s Spuntino, among others) delivers New England–inspired small plates rooted in seaside tradition. The menu favors shareable bites that pair naturally with the bar’s inventive drinks—making the experience feel communal, convivial, and distinctly maritime.

What We Offer:

• Dinner for Two/Four with Cocktails
• $80 Dining Credit
• $150 Dining Credit

Special Promotion: ''Dinner & Cocktails'' Packages

To welcome guests into this salty, literary world, Quick Eternity offers two thoughtfully designed dinner packages:

Dinner for Two with Cocktails:

Three shared tapas (each up to a $24 value)

One drink per person (cocktail, wine, or beer) Each up to a $22 value

up to a value: $116

Dinner for Four with Cocktails: Six shared tapas (each up to a $24 value)

One drink per person (cocktail, wine, or beer), each up to a $22 value

Up to a value: $232

Dining Credits

$60 for an $80 dining credit

$110 for a $150 dining credit

Note: An $8 upcharge applies to two premium items—the Lobster Pups and the Gam Burger.

Why It’s a Must-Visit

Immersive atmosphere: Driftwood, murals, and thoughtful design evoke Melville’s oceanic world without tipping into kitsch.

Creative cocktails: Schneider’s nautically inspired drinks draw their names and spirit from Moby-Dick, blending storytelling with craft.

New England–style small plates: Dishes like chilled Manhattan clam chowder and lobster bites ground the menu in maritime tradition.

Historic setting: Housed in a landmarked Seaport building, the bar feels inseparable from the city’s literary and nautical past.

Private event space: Upstairs, The Gam offers exposed brick, generous windows, and a glimpse of the Brooklyn Bridge—ideal for intimate gatherings.

When to Visit

Hours

• Sunday: Noon – 11 PM

• Monday–Thursday: 4 PM – Midnight

• Friday: 4 PM – 1 AM

• Saturday: 2 PM – 1 AM

• Kitchen Hours: Until 10 PM nightly

Why You Should Grab the Offer:

This offer presents an opportunity to experience something truly unique—melding literature with culinary arts in one setting. The distinct atmosphere transports visitors straight into Melville's narrative universe while enjoying top-notch service from skilled bartenders crafting nautically inspired cocktails. Not just about food and drink but about soaking up history through design elements like exposed bricks reminiscent of old seaports or glimpses over iconic landmarks such as Brooklyn Bridge seen upstairs at The Gam room—a private event space available too! What makes it even more attractive is how these experiences can be tailored whether coming alone wanting introspection time within bookish corners filled copies of classics lining shelves; bringing friends along share laughter amidst conversations sparked by surroundings; gathering family celebrate milestones away usual hustle bustle city life—all set against backdrop timeless storytelling embedded deeply inside every aspect venue itself.