50 Best Cocktail Bars near East Rutherford

“Outstanding food, service, atmosphere! Definately a place to have a great night!“

“Chris was our waiter today. We came in with my wife’s 100 year old grandfather and 99 year old Grandmother on her birthday. They are from Shanghai. Chris immediately knew to bring kids waters, 2 hot waters for the grandparents and 2 regular waters for myself and my wife. Service was fast and accurate. The food soup base was perfect and the food was very fresh with great portions. The ice cream for grandma’s 99th birthday was a great touch. We look forward to coming back again.“

“When my vehicle broke down and had no money left after getting a hotel room, I was unable to afford food and gas and this place gave me free meals and some money for gas and was very kind.“

“Always promised myself on my next trip to NYC I would go to The Dead Rabbit. I am so pleased I got to do it. The staff the cocktails the food and the decor & cleanliness were A1. Loved the welcome my friend and I got, (even when we were a bit late for our booking) throughout the service from the fabulous servers. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Bloody brilliant 👏“

“วันนี้ไปทานพนักงานบริการดีน่ารัก อาหารอร่อยมากคุ้มค่าให้เยอะจริง“

“Finally able to visit and so happy I did. My drink, Dutch Revival, is my new favorite cocktail. The winter flatbread was delicious. Loved the vibe and hospitality.“

“Uno de los mejores Bares del Mundo“

“A chic bar with elegant Gatsby themed vibes throughout.“

“Nice cocktails & stunning View!!!“

“Cannot WAIT to return! To say I was blown away with the professional and kindly approach of the staff, is an understatement. From the super waiter, Mike, to the GM, Matt, and all points in-between, AND adding in the amazing food, drinks, desserts and ambiance.. WOW!! Kudos for the highly memorable evening! Thank you.“

“My husband and I were in the area after watching a movie and wanted to grab a drink before heading home. We found this spot and it turned out to be such a great experience! The tiki-style cocktails were delicious, well-balanced, and definitely worth trying. The atmosphere was incredibly unique—it truly felt like being on a boat, with the captain making announcements, background sounds, and even bubbles adding to the immersive experience. Last call was well organized, and overall the vibe was just fun, and memorable.“

“Really cool speakeasy with a local vibe, not the usual tourist crowd. The service was excellent, and the bartender was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The cocktails were a bit disappointing compared to the atmosphere, but the pizza from the spot down the hall was absolutely fantastic. Overall, a great place to spend an evening and soak up a more authentic New York feel.“

“Really good coffee and salmon on rye bread 👌“

“Craft cocktails in a cozy colorful outdoor patio. The perfect place to relax after a long week!“

“Always love coming to NYC and having a cocktail (or two or three) at The Up & Up!“

“Amazing food and drinks!🥤“

“We hosted a private party in the Honey Lounge upstairs during the afternoon - the food was excellent, the space adorable and the bartenders friendly and speedy. More than anything, Bee's Knees was a dream to work with ahead of time - they were incredibly flexible and timely with space access, design of the space, and answering our multitude of questions. I would host a private party there again in a heartbeat.“

“Fantastisk plass, og utrolig gode drinker! Anbefales!“

“Great atmosphere!! Food was amazing!!! Niamh was fantastic so friendly and helpful! The best espresso martinis EVER!!!!“

“Fab place, great service, amazing cocktails“

“simply the best. The food and drinks are perfect every time. Whether you’re ready for a full meal or just some drinks and snacks Bar Madonna always hits the spot. Plus the staff are not only super attentive but also drinks experts that can make you just about any cocktail you’re craving. Definitely a crowd (or date!) pleaser, highly recommend“

“Tasty, imaginative cocktails, great atmosphere, nice food.“

“We stumbled across the Gem that is The Rum House on our visit to NY 6 years ago… probably the best Old fashioned we have tasted . Great atmosphere , decor and music and on a cold cold night it was fab ❤️“

“Had a fantastic experience at Haswell Green’s. Fun drinks, great service …will absolutely be back for happy hour!“

“Came here for my bestfriends birthday and LOVED IT! the name literally speaks for itself cause this place is SUPERBUENO!!! For a sunday the vibes were FUN FUN FUN ! I had their “Sopa Del Dia” - Dashi Papi which was a bit of mezcal, a shot of birria consome and a Monopolio con un poquito de chile ontop CHEFS KISSS! My friends drinks also looked delicious! Definetly a place to come back 💗 also HUGE PLUS im not sure if they were a customer or a worker there that had a tshirt with huge letters that said “EFF 🧊” so that made me super happy 🕺“

“chill vibe. great burgers. super cocktails. good service“

“Excellent service, the staff embodies the hospitality that EMP is famous for.
We were seated at the bar and our bartender, Wilmer, was amazing. Attentive and knowledgeable, had all the right cocktail recommendations!
Will definitely be coming back :)“

“A+++. If you enjoy and understand cocktail culture and the history then this is a must visit for the weary traveler or enthusiast. I always make it a point to visit for over 10+ years. The hospitality and attention to detail in the art or craft has always been consistent. Salute to the staff and employees of this establishment. May they keep the craft alive for many years to come! Please be respectful and patient for the high demand is eminent. 🥃👌🏼“

“One of the better meals I’ve had out in awhile. Very nice atmosphere that’s both cozy and upscale.

I had the ribeye steak and it was incredible. Perfectly cooked. And for me Thai flavors are generally well balanced with sweet, sour, savory…. But the char on the steak really kicked it up a notch.

Service was great! Very friendly staff that were attentive.“

“We did a walk in and it was a very cool awesome themed bar. It was quite loud but the atmosphere was great. Got a few drinks and some food and it was all good. The theming of the drinks was cool too. I got the “Flash Me” and it came with a Polaroid. The prices weren’t horrible compared to other places in NYC either. The only thing was the servers were slow. I had to go to the bar every time to get them to let a server know we wanted to order food or more drinks. Besides that, the servers were nice.“

“Excellent! Great services!“

“A wonderful night of food cocktails and Jazz. This was our second annual visit and it was every bit as good as the first time. Wonderful music and even a celebratory glass of Prosecco when the staff found out we were celebrating our wedding anniversary. We will be back next year !!!“

“Great food and delish drinks! We came in a group of 6 and we got seated right away, we were supposed to just get a quick drink but after checking out the menu, we ordered their booognese and risotto! Also we shared the pizza and arancini and burrata! Oh! The fennel salad was delish! We ordered their green gimlet and paper plane! Was a blast! We ended up staying there for a couple of hours! Great service and chic vibes!“

“Great drink and great vibe“

“This was the most delicious Georgian food I’ve had since I was in Georgia. Our server, Marite, was a delight. She made wonderful wine recommendations. We will definitely eat here again.“

“The eyeball outside really draws you in! Clever drink names, neat space, & friendly staff. I appreciated that all the drinks were fairly priced and tasted good too. They have a cute vibe and clean restrooms. This is also a place that clearly cares about community. Hope they see another 10 years!“

“Popped in on a Saturday afternoon because I heard live jazz from outside. They do live music on Saturdays for brunch and Monday as well. Shin (?) took care of me at the bar and I had an excellent experience. I'm definitely coming back with a bigger appetite.“

“Food was delicious! Fresh and unique! Loved it all!“

“Amazing unique cocktails. Highly recommended.“

“Housed in a beautiful 1800s carriage house, this intimate multi-floor setting features antique furniture and warm lighting, creating an elegant yet cozy atmosphere reminiscent of a refined Japanese living room. The cocktails are true works of art; the Caprese cocktail with tomato water and the matcha tea ceremony-inspired drink were particularly impressive. We shared corn fritters and wagyu bites, which paired perfectly with the drinks. The staff was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable. The total cost was around $35 to $45 per person. This cocktail bar is one of the best in NYC and is worth every penny!“

“Absolutely love this place. Been many times. Consistent quality food and service. This is a one of a kind gem in Manhattan“

“Blown away by interior design, topped with finger-licking food, friendly service, and such a well crafted drinks!“

“Drinks and apps were wonderful before the show at beacon. We felt like we were in Europe. Fantastic! We will be back!“

“We popped into Wayland for HH at 5:30p. The bar was busy, there were 2 seats available. We ordered a dozen oysters and a Sazerac. The Sazerac was excellent, without too much simple syrup. The small, slightly briny oysters were fresh and delicious.“

“Classy and beautiful! Fun DJ’s and the best cocktails with a gorgeous view!“

“Amazing Place!! Crafty Delicious Cocktails, Awesome Service, Tasty Tapas. Beautiful Ambiance & Presentation. I recommend this Place. Everything's Jake!!👍Thank you, Hana“

“lots of food for a good price!“

“I threw a birthday party last night at Madeline's and it was a fantastic time! The vibes were perfect, every additional ask was accommodated with ease! The music, food, and drinks were top notch! It wasn't my first time going but it was my first time throwing an event there with 40 guests. The night went off without a hitch! We will be back soon.“

“❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Great drinks, tapas & vibe!“

“Seoul Salon, as described by them, is a Sool Jib inspired Korean restaurant with a modern take on Korean alcohol and Korean foods.

The vibe itself was nice, dim but not too loud, even with the edm/club music playing. The tables can feel a bit cramped, but it wasn't overbearing and we could talk even with all the background noise.

The food was phenomenal, well priced and well portioned for sharing. We got the octopus kimbap, soy scallop with gim rice, and the raw marinated crab noodles.

The Banchan was a ramen snack with ketchup, a good palate cleanser and tasty.

The octopus kimbap was good, we didn’t think it was outstanding but it did taste good. The octopus was a bit uneven in the dish though, as some of our pieces had no octopus while others had a lot.

The raw marinated crabs were a highlight, with a large portion of noodles accompanying it. As per their instruction, we mixed the raw crab meat into the noodles, which elevated the already tasty crab and noodles to make a spicy yet delicious noodle dish. The spice was a little on the spicier side, but nothing too spicy.

A highlight was the soy scallop with gim rice. It had a great taste to it, a great portion of scallop, and each part of the dish worked perfectly together.

The price is also really good for all the food we got, probably one of the highest quality meals we've gotten at the price we paid.“