50 Best Cocktail Bars near Fort Lee

“Awesome atmosphere and music ….and the food is a “10” out of “10”!!! Delicious !!!!! The octopus is a definite must have!!!!!“

“We had an amazing time at City Perch! Atmosphere is so nice! The owner himself came over and gave us two appetizers. He said it was his appreciation for us being teachers !“

“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.“

“May was amazing to us! She made sure we were well taken care of and made sure we were having a great time. 10/10 place! Will gladly return soon!“

“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.“

“Great place to watch the sunset over NYC! Great drinks and good food! Excellent service.“

“Really good coffee and salmon on rye bread 👌“

“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.“

“We can’t thank Matthew and the team and Bee’s Knees more for helping us to throw the most amazing welcome party for our wedding weekend. They were so accommodating with all of our requests and our guests were raving about the cocktails and the atmosphere. I would 100% book a party here again, they have multiple spaces you can choose from and I found their offering to be so much better and more reasonable than any other venue in the area! Thank you thank you for a wonderful night!“

“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!“

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

“Great drink and great vibe“

“Amazing food and drinks!🥤“

“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.“

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

“Delicious fresh food and amazing drinks! Celebrated my friend’s bday there and we had a 12 course menu! Great atmosphere and the DJ was a great touch! Had a great time at Kaizen.“

“Stay Away!!! Just kidding, this spot is popular and rightfully so for all the right reasons. The atmosphere is bot chill and warm for lounge lizards wanting a great watering hole. The drinks are fantastic, The Monk Fashioned being my favorite, reminds me of a magical Sazerac. The food here is delicious too, been a couple times and look forward to returning again soon. Love the Sweet And Salty Grilly with Gruyère, Prosciutto, Fig Spread, Arugula on Sour Dough. The Fonduey Mac & Cheese is also a cooze fest of cheesy goodness, also the Whipped Feta with the Everything Bagel Pretzel. Always love to get the Crab Cakes. Though I’m eyeing the Skewered Thighs for next time they look like a divine dine. Fortunately we’ve gotten in without a reservation, though I’m sure it’s good to have one.“

“good thai food and great service. easy to get a res or walk in. we got the crab curry with vermicelli, mango salad, spicy cucumbers and chicken and crab dumplings. the best was the mango salad. the crab curry was cold and had an odd flavor and the cabbage wasn’t super fresh. i would like to give it another shot cause the people were great.“

“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 ❤️“

“perhaps I have an unrefined palette but the custom food-based cocktails were supernasty. stick to a modelo. however, still worth the trip because the ambience was unmatched, vibes, were up, and service was fantastic. super fun an quirky environment and spectacular bouncer fighting this city's anorexia epidemic and giving great advice. go knicks“

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

“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 :)“

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

“Excellent! Great services!“

“Rosevale Cocktail Room is the perfect spot for a date night! It’s super cozy and I love their jazz nights. They also have great cocktails and food. The atmosphere makes me feel like I’m no longer in NYC. We had a really great night here. I highly recommend checking it out!“

“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!“

“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. 🥃👌🏼“

“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.“

“Great presentation. Great drinks. Great service. Overall great experience 😎“

“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.“

“Amazing unique cocktails. Highly recommended.“

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

“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“

“I’d like to start off this review by saying that I am a Latina woman, who has been to Pokito many times and been treated with nothing but kindness and respect - as such, I felt the responsibility to share my personal experience here having read another review below.

This past Friday evening, my sister and I stopped by Pokito for a drink after a concert. We sat up at the bar, and they were quite crowded but to be expected for a Friday night. Unfortunately, there was a super loud group sat at a table behind us that was making it difficult for my sister and I to hear the bartender, or eachother. Having lived in NYC for five plus years now, I’m no stranger to a loud bar - but this was over the top.

At one point, someone screamed so loud that it startled my sister and I, and we turned to look over our shoulders to see what was going on - It had escalated to the point that my sister and I couldn’t have a conversation a few inches from each other because this group was yelling so loudly. At one point we made eye contact with the loudest person at the table - their review says they apologized to other bar patrons for their noisiness, but they certainly didn’t apologize or acknowledge their behavior to us.

So we felt relief when management asked the group to quiet down. We thanked the bartender for helping make the environment more comfortable so we could carry on our conversations together. Turns out, the bartender was Latino (like my sister and I), so we chatted for a bit. The manager was also behind the bar, who also identifies as a person of color, and was nothing but kind and lovely.

At one point, as the noisy group were leaving, one of them came up to the bartender and had what looked to be a defensive conversation. My sister and I didn’t engage, but I did check reviews because it seemed like they were heated - so when I found their review below claiming that their treatment felt discriminatory, I felt compelled to share my experience as well.

As a Latina woman, I’m all too aware that we live in a world where discrimination runs rampant, and I will be the first to come to someone’s defense. That said, I can wholeheartedly say that this was NOT the case at Pokito when the loud group was kindly asked to leave. It’s a very dangerous and loaded accusation to suggest that a business owner - let alone another bipoc person - is somehow prejudiced towards their customers. After my discussion with the bartender and management, I see them as very fair and warm people, who seek to create a comfortable and welcoming experience for all of their guests.

So long story short - if you are a person of color considering going to Pokito, I would like to reassure you that you will be treated with nothing but kindness and respect by staff (of whom many are also people of color!). That said, if you are loud / inconsiderate/ drunk / obnoxious and infringe on others’ experiences at Pokito, then management may exercise their right to ask you to be respectful for the sake of other guests :)“

“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.“

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

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

“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“

“Amazing people, really good energy and memorable cocktails 🍸“

“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.“

“lots of food for a good price!“