Patent Pending

Patent Pending is an upscale cocktail lounge in New York's Flatiron District, located in the historic Radio Wave Building where inventor Nikola Tesla conducted pioneering wireless experiments in the late 19th century. The intimate speakeasy occupies the cellar space and channels Tesla's legacy through thoughtfully designed surroundings that evoke early 20th-century innovation. The menu features creative cocktails ($22–34) with names like 'Wireless Waves' and 'Low Voltage Kiss,' complemented by craft beers, wines, and small bites including Korean fried chicken and lobster bao buns. With both walk-in and reservation seating, a private event space called The Lab, and hours from 5pm–midnight on weekdays to 5pm–2am Thursday–Saturday, Patent Pending blends historical intrigue with modern mixology.