50 Best Cocktail Bars near Kearny

“First time for me and my boyfriend, went to celebrate his birthday and no regrets at all. One of the best meals, everything was perfect and tasty, Maiara our server was very sweet and helpful. Definitely going back.“

“Esta buena la comida brasileña“

“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 👏“

“Really good coffee and salmon on rye bread 👌“

“One of those unforgettable New York meals. We came to celebrate just being married and couldn’t have been happier with the spot we chose. Our server Paul went above and beyond to celebrate us and boy did we leave feeling very celebrated and stuffed. Grateful for the amazing meal but mostly for the phenomenal service that make restaurants like this stand out as truly one of a kind.“

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

“Kitchen table/counter. Loved seeing the action. Super calm team.

Started with fluke. Fresh and vibrant.

Roasted half chicken. Tender and crisped skin. Unctuous stock/sauce. A bit too heavily salted (but I think that is a theme, watching the chef on the fire).

Really enjoyed the Wild Arc Farm Marquette. Earthy upstate red.“

“Wonderful dinner experience! Staff was attentive & friendly. We enjoyed oysters, burgers & mussels while watching the sunset. It doesn’t get any better!“

“Best Latin fusion joint in South Brooklyn“

“The pork chop was succulent and had the most amazing spice combination. The barbacoa was the best I have ever had. Not a fan of the mezcal, but I gave it a try. Other more common drinks looked great with a good pour. Good vibe and open late with a super friendly staff!“

“restaurant is very clean and the bao buns in particular were sooo good. they have a great texture. our server michael was especially kind and very knowledgeable on both the drinks and the hoboken area. the bartender shane also makes great cocktails and was a pleasure to talk to :-)“

“Just awesome. Fast. Efficient. Great.“

“Top class place, friendly staff and great food and savage craic! Well worth a visit if you find your self in need of a pint and a shot!“

“Espectacular, la vista, la atención y los cócteles. Todo es perfecto“

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

“Hosted our wedding after-party here last weekend and it did not disappoint. Had to scramble to find a spot after our original plans fell through at the last minute, they were so easy to work with and made it completely stress-free.

Staff was warm, service was on point all night, and honestly the espresso martinis alone are worth the visit. Guests are still raving about them. 10/10.“

“Amazing Restaurant! Good food, service and cocktails .. Sam the server was very informative about the restaurants daily events ( happy hour, brunch etc.) I will definitely return ..“

“I came for my birthday on Monday and had a fabulous time. At the bar, the setting and ambiance was beautiful, service was attentive and friendly, and even gave us a birthday drink on our way out. The food was delicious and would have ordered more if I didn't have dinner right after. Absolutely beautiful during sunset out on the rooftop, but if you can't beat the heat, inside is just as stunning. Definitely want to come back and spend more time there. One major thing of note is that it was incredibly difficult to edit my reservation. I accidentally made it for the wrong time, totally my fault, when I went to change it on OP, I was given a message that I had to call the restaurant to change the reservation. I called a few times and no one picked up. There's a $25 per person fee for cancellations and no shows that I was not about to eat. It felt like the only way to edit my reservation was to go to the restaurant myself and speak to the hostess since I couldn't get an answer on the phone. Finally had the idea to call the concierge in the hotel the restaurant is apart of, after several minutes of being held on hold, I was able to change my reservation to avoid the fee. As a host of a pretty busy midtown restaurant I was surprised by how difficult it was to get a hold of someone, especially because I'm glued to the phone while I'm at work. Once I did, they were polite and helpful. Just don't make the same mistake I did and double check your reservation before confirming your booking!“

“Beautiful place Great food and Great Drink's and the staff is excellent.“

“It was a divine brunch in every way ! The service was exceptional and attentive. The Caesar salad was delicious and unlike any I have had before. The Pappardelle was a culinary masterpiece, truly and the tiramisu was beautifully designed. It was pure ambrosia, except for the whole coffee beans embedded inside. I could have done without those. Thank you for making my Sunday an unforgettable one. It goes without saying, that inside and out, Locanda Verde is an extraordinary restaurant !“

“My husband and I had a fabulous date night here. The atmosphere is very chic and our waitress Courtney did a wonderful job. Her service was professional and she was so sweet! She even offered some great drink suggestions. We will definitely be coming back next time we are in NY.“

“bartenders were all nice you can tell they enjoy what they do!“

“Jane Doe,you can't tell me how much I loved this place without telling me how much I loved this place. This is just P E R F E C T in every aspect gotta give bonus points cuz Jane Doe is a Roblox urban legend and a forsaken character teehee“

“Hey everyone! I just had an amazing experience at Split Eights, and I had to share it with you.
From the moment I walked in, the vibe was absolutely perfect—lively but still super welcoming. The atmosphere hits that sweet spot between stylish and comfortable, making it a great place to hang out with friends or unwind after a long day.“

“Restaurante maravilhoso e muito acolhedor. Comida muito saborosa de extrema qualidade!“

“Incredible eccentric food. Great cocktail spot.“

“An amazing bar just down the road from the great Monk McGinns (same owner). Really nice decor and layout on the inside (v impressive flower overhang / canopy) with a nice back area for gatherings. downstairs event room is very pretty too with a nice bar which I had a get together in. Guinness was solid too.“

“Friendly staff…..but when the place is busy you’re going to wait“

“The best food in the city!!! Must try !! The food here is amazing the drinks are a must try, explicit flavors and very exciting to try. The interior is beautiful and amazing to take photos in ! Loved the happy hours options and picks. Like i said a must try if visiting the city or just to try something new!(service top tear)“

“great service! delicious cocktails! and dependable! also very comfortable atmosphere! definitely go!“

“Dining at this Puerto Rican restaurant was a memorable experience from start to finish. The staff is incredibly warm, friendly, and attentive, making you feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy delicious food, great service, and a true taste of Puerto Rico.“

“Hermoso restaurante de comida internacional música tragos espectaculares y ambiente súper agradable“

“Just go !! Wonderful place ! And the owner is…. Amazing !!“

“Not even exaggerating: this was one of my favorite dining experiences to date! Had a surprise birthday party for a friend in one of the private back rooms, and the staff was so accomodating, helpful, and friendly. Our waiter, Chris, was especially awesome: he was super sociable and patient with any questions we had about the food, the hotpot process, and splitting the check. The energy of this place was so warm and inviting- anyone looking to host a night out with friends: rest assured, you will have a great time and memorable experience here. I haven't even started talking about the food.

The wagyu beef is absolutely worth the cost. There are more affordable items on the menu and they are also yummy but guess what? Everything felt priced so accordingly that it is 100% worth spending that extra money on those special menu items. The thin wagyu melts so perfectly into the delicious broths, the thought of it will keep me up at night. Treat yourself and get that meat!!

And my god. The broths. Holy cow. I got the spicy broth, and it was the perfect level of heat* that, combined with the huge selection of sauces, made the proteins and noodles DIVINE... THE RICE CAKES TOO omg.. The tofu, fish balls, and mushrooms were all also really well sourced, just really premium products priced very modestly for how quality they all were. *note: be ready for the peppers that have the slightly numbing/tingling effect- not on a Szechuan level, but a nice and perfect build that makes each ingredient have a beautiful taste profile.

We had the table with personal pots/induction stoves, so all the proteins/veggies we shared, but we would also pass along samples of the other broths to each other, and I wish I had ordered my own bowl of the seasonal vietnamese pho broth too because the one small bowl I sampled was heavenly.

I will definitely be back again to try the drinks, they looked fantastic and the ambience of the bar felt so nice.

Also, just realized I was too engulfed by the good food and fun with friends that I forgot to take pics. It was that good man“

“Great food and wine! variety of cocktails, appetizers and entrées. Spacious place with chic decor.“

“Absolutely loved this place! Happened upon it while my daughter and I were looking for somewhere to have lunch while walking to see the Freedom Tower 9/11 Memorial. Friendly staff, awesome food!!“

“The Roxy was a solid spot with a few flaws! The cocktails were excellent, however the food fell short. The bartender was great, but the place was understaffed so we were left waiting a while to order food and more drinks. Could be awesome with some refinements!“

“amazing authentic chinese food“

“Lovely atmosphere. The food was super tasty, fresh, and authentic. Staff was friendly and wonderful, and cocktails were top tier.(Loved the Terina Basil) From the food to the warm hospitality and the elegant designs. What really makes this elegant restaurant out is the service, and the owners/management came over to our table and introduced themselves and made us all feel welcomed. I will definitely be returning!“

“Fun local bar. Great staff and patrons to hang with!“

“The focaccia topped with feta, honey, and Calabrian chilis is all I want as a bar snack—it's perfect. The Lion Skull and Distiller Coffee cocktails are two of the best in the city. The bar staff is wonderful; from manager Jacob to bartenders Justin, Matt, Matt 2, and bar backs Sammy and Danny, they all bring their own unique talents to the table and are wonderful human beings“

“Absolutely incredible experience!! Phenomenal handcrafted unique drinks and amazing staff- Val, Sam, and Jay! With the smaller space, everyone was extremely accommodating and made us feel comfortable. The atmosphere is chic and intimate. The music was perfectly curated. Only went for drinks, so we didn't get a chance to get food, but it looked delicious, and I will definitely be back! Highly recommend!!“

“Weather Up is a standout cocktail bar with a cozy, dimly lit vibe that feels both intimate and refined. The drinks are expertly crafted, balanced, and consistently impressive, while the bartenders clearly know their craft. It’s the kind of place you go to unwind, have a real conversation, and enjoy one of the best cocktails in the city.“

“Maybe I got there at the wrong time but vibe was off. No one there. Surprised as they had a World Cup sign outside and there was a game playing…oh maybe it was because the TV was not on. Why advertise World Cup if not playing the game.“

“We had our wedding after party at the Waiting Room, for ~50 guests.

I cannot recommend them enough! Service was impeccable from start to finish and pricing was competitive with downtown Hoboken.

The event coordinator, Avery was prompt and incredible helpful in getting all of the details right. Mike was attentive and delivered on every ask on the night of. Jessie was a gem behind the bar and was wonderful in the planning phases to help me nail down the drink package! Ryan showed incredible range with his DJing and kept the dancefloor lively all night.

Cocktail menu is fantastic as well!

I plan on coming back regularly“

“Just got home from our 1st visit. The meal was spectacular. My wife had foie gra mousse and I had the beet salad both were great, entree black bass and duck breast both cooked to perfection the dessert was wonders. Great attentive service. Had the pleasure of meeting the chef, Sadie and the gen. Manager Melanie, they could not have been more accommodating. I highly recommend, parking might be hard to find. I will return and soon, they are going to offer the foo gra in puff pastry, I go just for that. I found it reasonably priced. My wife enjoyed her 70th birthday meal as much as I did.“

“We had a great meal wit tasty cocktails here.“

“Had a lovely brunch here with friends. We ordered the cauliflower and bao buns to share which was really good! I ended up dipping my fries into the sauce. I liked the cauliflower better than the bao bun.

For our entree, we split the cheesesteak, lemon ricotta pancakes and the steak. My favorite was the cheesesteak. Overall the food was good and the staff were all attentive. Our server recommended and made a good mocktail for my friend which she really enjoyed. Martha’s is a great brunch spot in Hoboken.“

“The Conrad New York Downtown is everything you'd expect from a Conrad property — sleek rooms, a fantastic location, and beautiful common spaces — but what elevated this stay from excellent to truly special was the staff.

Jordan, the manager at ATRIO, runs that restaurant with a level of warmth and attentiveness that's rare in a hotel dining room. He anticipated needs before we could voice them, and made us feel like regulars from the first visit. That kind of hospitality doesn't happen by accident — it's clearly the standard he sets for his team.

Upstairs at Leonessa, Stacey and Lindsey behind the bar are two of the most personable and skilled bartenders I've encountered in the city. The drinks were excellent, but the conversation and genuine care they brought to every guest at the bar made it a destination in its own right. We found ourselves lingering far longer than planned, which is the highest compliment you can pay a hotel bar.

The service throughout the property was immaculate — unhurried, precise, and always genuine rather than performative. And to top it off, we were sent off with a pair of branded sunglasses as a gift, which was a delightful and unexpected touch that perfectly encapsulates the Conrad's approach: thoughtful in the details, generous in spirit.

We'll be back without question. Highly recommended.“

“Been coming here a lot ever since I found out there's a bar in the lobby. Love this place- great food, drinks, atmosphere, and friendly staff. Petey has the best recommendations, drinks, and is a super cool person. One of the best service I've ever gotten! Thank you Petey!“