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06/01/2026
We’re all grown up! Join us this Sunday, June 7th at 5PM for a Quinceañera as we celebrate our 15th birthday in partnership with !
Featuring a DJ set by , cocktail specials, some of your favorite NYC bartenders from yesteryear and more, this will be a celebration you won’t want to miss!
Dress Extra. Drink Extra. Be Extra. 🤘🏻
02/23/2026
Put you snow boots on, WE ARE OPEN!
02/06/2026
Awwww, your knees hurt?
Bad elbows?
Lower back screaming?
THEIRS DO TOO.
And yet — they rise.
For one night only, Tuesday 2/10, we’re dragging the absolute legends of NYC bartending out of semi-retirement and straight back behind the stick. Ten icons. Thirty-ish minutes each. Zero regard for orthopedic advice.
Welcome to the Third Annual Legends Party! LEGENDS OF DODGY KNEES: an old-school, no-notes, tag-team guest shift featuring the bartenders who built this industry, taught us everything, and now require a post-shift ice pack. Ibuprofen strongly encouraged.
01/25/2026
You thought a little snow would keep us from opening?? Never! It’s a beautiful day for a Hot Toddy, so we got you covered. We’re open til 4 am, like usual.
01/20/2026
You guys keep saying 2016 was peak, so we brought it back. Catch on his home turf for a few weeks—behind the bar, shaking drinks, smiling, and reminding everyone why NYC still does it best.
Thanks for the loan, . We’ve missed him. 🍸
12/29/2025
If your mascara is running, you’re doing it right.
Keep the party going at our Annual New Year’s Day Pajama Party — pajamas encouraged, Bloody Mary bar fully stocked featuring tons of pickled goodies from The Pickle Guys to bring you back to life. As always, our full brunch menu from 11AM–4PM. The party continues.
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12/17/2025
One week left of our Mean Girls Pop Up, if you have something to say, put it in the Burn Book, baby 😘
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12/15/2025
Ring in the new year at Mom’s at our 2026 New Year’s Eve Dance Party in partnership with !
Join us for a DJ set by and a bubbles toast at midnight.
With new cocktails featuring spirits from the Proximo portfolio you won’t want to miss the chance to send 2025 out the door with a bang!
9PM - Late / 21+ / No Cover
12/12/2025
Join us this holiday season for our Jingle Bell Rock — Mean Girls Pop Up! Now through Christmas. Want in the Burn Book? We’re accepting victims nightly. 💕
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12/01/2025
“Get in loser, we’re going to Mother’s!”
Join us December 11th - 25th as Mother’s Ruin Presents Jingle Bell Rock: A Mean Girls Christmas Pop-Up in partnership with & !
Join us for the launch party on Thursday, December 11th from 8PM - 12AM for a DJ set by and festive cocktails from for a night that is guaranteed to be fetch!
The launch party takes place on 12/11, but your opportunity to experience this pop-up will run through Christmas Day. We look forward to seeing you at Mom’s! 🎄
11/20/2025
This Thanksgiving we’re thankful for you, Nolita. Come on out to your favorite neighborhood bar the night before to party with us and enjoy a DJ set by and .ono cocktail features. Wednesday, November 26th from 8PM ‘til 12AM, don’t be a turkey. 🦃
11/20/2025
Just in time for the holidays, our favorite menu items are BACK! French Onion Grilled Cheese, and Green Chili Queso are just two of the delicious new menu items joining our roster. Perfect with a cozy Hot Toddy or Mint Hot Cocoa. As always, served every single day, til 3:30am
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11/02/2025
Join us tomorrow afternoon as we celebrate the legends running the NYC Marathon. 🏃♀️👟
Rehydrate, carbo-load, and toast to every badass runner with our Marathon Menu — featuring The Runner Up: Vodka, Rhubarb, Mint, and Fruit Punch Gatorade (for electrolytes, obviously). 💪
DJ spinning 4–7PM. Best of luck out there — we’ll see you at the finish line. 🥇🍹
Address
18 Spring Street
New York, NY
10012
To get to the restaurant located on Spring Street in New York, there are a few options. For those using public transportation, the nearest subway station is the Spring Street station, which services the 6 train. Alternatively, buses M21 and M55 both have stops nearby.
For those driving, there are several parking garages located within a few blocks of the area. The closest one is on Kenmare Street between Lafayette and Mulberry Streets, while another option is located on Broome Street between Broadway and Crosby Streets. As always in New York City, street parking can be difficult to find and may require some luck or patience.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 4am |
| Tuesday |
11am - 4am |
| Wednesday |
11am - 4am |
| Thursday |
11am - 4am |
| Friday |
11am - 4am |
| Saturday |
11am - 4am |
| Sunday |
11am - 2am |
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What people say
Mother's Ruin on Spring Street in New York is an American restaurant that truly embodies the best of what American dining has to offer. Founded in 2011 by TJ Lynch and Richard Knapp, this establishment seamlessly blends the atmosphere of a local bar with the sophistication of a cocktail temple. The decor is comfortable and welcoming, with no door policy, making it easy for anyone to come in and enjoy the exceptional cocktails and customer service.
One of the standout features of Mother's Ruin is their commitment to crafting amazing drinks. Whether you're in the mood for a classic beer and shot combo or something more adventurous like a mescal negroni, they have you covered. The bartenders are skilled at their craft and take pride in creating unique and delicious cocktails that will leave you wanting more.
But it's not just about the drinks at Mother's Ruin - they also serve up some seriously great food. From small plates like crispy chicken wings to larger entrees like their famous burger, there's something for everyone on the menu. And if you're looking for something a little different, don't be afraid to ask - as they say at Mother's Ruin, "expect sh*t to get weird."
Overall, Mother's Ruin is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for great food, amazing drinks, and casual awesomeness any day of the week (they're open until 4 AM!). So head on over to Spring Street and experience all that this fantastic American restaurant has to offer.
