It's a dive bar. Beers in cans, simple drinks, loud and boisterous. If you want a fun NYC dive bar vibe, this checks that box.
S Noh
The floors are always sticky, the bathroom is unusable, and there is a fist fight here whenever I visit. Truly hellish.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
md riad
169 Bar is a cozy and inviting spot known for its relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Located conveniently in the city, it offers a great selection of drinks, including classic cocktails, craft beers, and wines. The bar features a comfortable interior with a welcoming vibe, making it perfect for casual hangouts or after-work gatherings. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and reasonably priced menu. While it may not be very large, 169 Bar’s charm lies in its intimate setting and good drink options, making it a popular choice for locals and visitors looking for a low-key, enjoyable night out.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Christyne N.
One of the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
J T
169 is a ton of fun when you're looking for that dive vibe. The bartenders are quick and friendly. Decent selection of beer and a nice amount of seating inside for a mid to large group. But it can get crowded quickly and things can get backed up around the entrance. They also have some tables outside and on a weekend night its a good place to people watch with a beer and a cig.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Mike Jarmuz
Legendary bar on the Lower East Side. It used to be way better, but it still can't be beat. I met my wife while she worked here. We had a party for our wedding here. They used to serve oysters and food. Dave killed it, that's all gone, but the place is still outstanding—best music in any bar. You will not be disappointed, and the drink prices are still what they should be. This place is a true gem, and when it closes as all good things do... There will be a funeral and a long mourning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna Chandler
The doorman was a homophobe and asked us to leave after we used the bathroom. Very inappropriate and rude.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Erica Gbur
The vibes are fun, there’s lots of large tables for big groups, and good beer prices, but I would stick to ordering beers (but note that there’s no draft beers if that’s what you’re looking for). The cocktails on the menu range from decent to not very good, and definitely don’t order a cocktail off menu.
Perfect dive bar in LES. Friendly and grungy. Pool tables in the back, generous seating. Beers could have been colder and there was no Guinness on tap when I went / the mix of 80’s/90’s grunge and graffiti vintage vibe and music just loud enough to hear the other person speak. Perhaps I was there in a quiet night, but this is definitely a place. I wouldn’t make a go to when I’m in New York City.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Tommy Cassity
Elena's personality was fantastic, drinks were good. Would definitely recomend
Blaise Brenner
Ian is the fastest, coolest, most stylish bartender in the lower east side 😍 I love 169 because of him
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leak Banga (LeakBangaMusic)
First time I came to this bar and wouldn’t stop always a weekend favorite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lee? Lowe
been stopping by here for years and still never had an enjoyable night there sadly, only come around to meet friends
It's a dive bar. Beers in cans, simple drinks, loud and boisterous. If you want a fun NYC dive bar vibe, this checks that box.
The floors are always sticky, the bathroom is unusable, and there is a fist fight here whenever I visit. Truly hellish.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
169 Bar is a cozy and inviting spot known for its relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Located conveniently in the city, it offers a great selection of drinks, including classic cocktails, craft beers, and wines. The bar features a comfortable interior with a welcoming vibe, making it perfect for casual hangouts or after-work gatherings. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and reasonably priced menu. While it may not be very large, 169 Bar’s charm lies in its intimate setting and good drink options, making it a popular choice for locals and visitors looking for a low-key, enjoyable night out.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
One of the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
169 is a ton of fun when you're looking for that dive vibe. The bartenders are quick and friendly. Decent selection of beer and a nice amount of seating inside for a mid to large group. But it can get crowded quickly and things can get backed up around the entrance. They also have some tables outside and on a weekend night its a good place to people watch with a beer and a cig.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Legendary bar on the Lower East Side. It used to be way better, but it still can't be beat. I met my wife while she worked here. We had a party for our wedding here. They used to serve oysters and food. Dave killed it, that's all gone, but the place is still outstanding—best music in any bar. You will not be disappointed, and the drink prices are still what they should be. This place is a true gem, and when it closes as all good things do... There will be a funeral and a long mourning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The doorman was a homophobe and asked us to leave after we used the bathroom. Very inappropriate and rude.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The vibes are fun, there’s lots of large tables for big groups, and good beer prices, but I would stick to ordering beers (but note that there’s no draft beers if that’s what you’re looking for). The cocktails on the menu range from decent to not very good, and definitely don’t order a cocktail off menu.
Never a dull moment in one of my faves!🍸🥰
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing bar! Cheap beer and great people!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Perfect dive bar in LES. Friendly and grungy. Pool tables in the back, generous seating. Beers could have been colder and there was no Guinness on tap when I went / the mix of 80’s/90’s grunge and graffiti vintage vibe and music just loud enough to hear the other person speak. Perhaps I was there in a quiet night, but this is definitely a place. I wouldn’t make a go to when I’m in New York City.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Elena's personality was fantastic, drinks were good. Would definitely recomend
Ian is the fastest, coolest, most stylish bartender in the lower east side 😍 I love 169 because of him
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time I came to this bar and wouldn’t stop always a weekend favorite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
been stopping by here for years and still never had an enjoyable night there sadly, only come around to meet friends
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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