50 Best Bars in New York

“Great Italian food and a decent menu, not much choice but not too much. It's located next to Post Office 34 and is very trendy. The view and service are great, but it's noisy as there isn't much to absorb the sound. We ordered focaccia, roasted peppers and pasta. Everything is great and super fresh.“

“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 👏“

“After all these years this old flame still has it.
Fun flirty staff crew, on top of their game.
Great French classics.
Foie gras, escargots, soupe L'oignone, Canard, Bone marrow, Steak frites, And of course, the dry aged prime beef Black Label Burger.
Good martini, great wine.
Perfect Soufflé.
Bon appétit !“

“One of New York’s hidden secrets. Not to be missed.“

“Uno de los mejores Bares del Mundo“

“I wouldn’t call Katana a dive bar, but on a Tuesday night it felt like a great neighborhood bar. Relaxed atmosphere. Was surprised at how small it was but that added to the chill vibe. I bet on a Thirsty Thursday and the weekend that all changes, but the bartenders and the craft cocktails will be just as great.“

“Here's the review Spencer wrote for you: My family and I just visited to celebrate my grandsons birthday- we like to get a bunch of plates and share family style and this menu was perfect for that. You have to get mezze and extra bread (must try the kubane). We also ended up getting three orders of the shishbarak for the six of us, it is way too good! I got the salmon for my entree which was cooked to perfection and beautifully seasoned. Spencer our server recommended the silan and the cheesecake for dessert so we shared those and boy were they something special- I can’t pick a favorite! He brought us a candle and we got some great pictures. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough.“

“abcV - (address 38 E 19th St, New York, NYC) phone: 212-475-5829 abcV is a phenomenal restaurant. The food was mouthwatering, brilliantly crafted, and delightfully health-giving. Having dined at some of the finest restaurants around the world, we find that this spot rivals, and in many cases surpasses, all others. Our most recent visit was a mid-morning couple’s dining stop—our answer to a calling to bring pure health and exquisite taste into our bodies and souls. abcV was the perfect answer. We indulged in the unique “Pollen” smoothie (pollen, jungle peanut butter, dates, banana, almond milk, Himalayan salt). I can’t emphasize enough how delicious this chilled and creamy culinary delight was! Served elegantly in a cabernet-style wine glass, I could immediately feel my cells rejuvenate with this healthy creation. The warm vegan croissant was also lovely, with just the right amount of flakiness, perfectly paired with homemade apple butter—yum! Another ‘must-have’ highlight was abcV’s take on Avocado Toast, enhanced with Virgin Coconut & Argan Oils, Crunchy Seeds, Cumin, Sprouts, and shaved carrots. Wow! Thank you, abcV! We can’t wait to return!“

“Food and drinks were absolutely delicious and the staff was lovely! So patient and attentive, would definitely go back again.“

“it was fun to be here i enjoyed so much.“

“Highly enjoyed my first time at the happiest hour! Came here for my anniversary on a Monday night. It wasn’t very busy, due to it being a Monday, but food and service were both excellent! Great vibes all around. We both got the happiest meal with the double smash burger and fries, was seriously one of the best burgers I’ve had! They made the night very special for me and my partner. We ended up staying for nearly 4 hours till they closed! Will definitely be back!“

“The Wren has some of the nicest people I have met in a long time. They accommodated my request for comfortable sitting and made sure I picked the table. I went for brunch and had the French toast, eggs scrambled soft with cheese, and bacon. Their bacon is thick and reminds me of home! I would recommend going for brunch and a refreshing drink. Make sure you tell them your friend, Cotton sent you!“

“Such fun and unexpected food. We had only 3 dishes: fish head terrine, lentils with eel and whole mackerel. Great preparation and seasoning. Didn’t go for any of the limited dessert offerings. Space is rather dull. Staff and server were delightful. Recommend thus restaurant for adventurous pescatarians“

“Eat drink be merry. Loved this place“

“Fantastic food, reasonable prices, excellent service. PS Kitchen sets the standard for manhattan eateries with a conscience and a heart … and the creativity of an experiential culinary artist. The vibe is great. The food is better. Highly recommend“

“This standout cocktail bar offers a refreshingly down-to-earth experience unlike any other in the city. Centered around the rich and complex world of Italian Amari, it manages to maintain a focused concept while still presenting a surprisingly diverse selection of drinks all thoughtfully priced and accessible.“

“I love bathtub gin for a girls night! Went there with my squad and it was a lot of fun! The music was groovy!! The ambience was beautiful with a bathtub right in the center of the place. There was an understated vintage feel to the bar and the place was crowded! Enjoyed the unique vibes it offered! Definitely recommend!“

“Great little place. Small menu. Cute vibe. Great service.“

“Nice place to meet up with friends. more of a bar with appeti,ets feel. Didnt have drinks. The dumplings were good, most of the food seemed to be healthy or vegan...not really my thing. atmosphere was good. It was a friday evening around 8-9:00 so understandable that service was a little slow“

“This wine bar is AWESOME! We had sooo much fun; Food was OUTSTANDING and of course the wine was great as well! Great VIBE... Definitely will be back ... ***** 5 Stars!“

“The food the service overall everything is impeccable“

“Loved every dish- fluke with black tea, mint and peach(who knew raw fish and fruit went so well together?), amazing grilled artichokes and grilled eggplant. Barely touched my pasta with preserved lemon because I was full, but it was delicious. My daughter’s burger was iconic. The Platonic ideal of hamburgers. Coffee was also delicious. If we had not made a plan to go to La Cabral for dessert and more coffee, I am sure dessert would have been equally excellent.Service was excellent and our waitress was knowledgeable and interested in the food.The fluke reminded me of the first time I went to USC in 1988. I had a plate with raw marinated tuna, raw salmon and raw scallops. The little heaps of fish were so pretty on the plate with their contrasting colors.“

“The FOOD is fabulous. Great flavor combinations, beautifully plated, unusual but tasty food, perfect portions. I loved everything we ordered.“

“We were in town for a wedding, and this was the place where they hosted a pre-wedding celebration. The atmosphere was exciting, and regardless of the large crowd, the servers did an amazing job. Everyone had such an amazing and memorable time.“

“Every time we take a trip into the city, we make sure to visit the Cookshop. Love the staff. So friendly and they make the best margaritas! Jiro (sorry if I’m misspelling) is a great bartender.“

“Visited for golden hour Sunday evening, they had a limited menu but all the food/drinks were on point. Probably one the best Manhattan and Old Fashioned I’ve had (I like my drinks on the stiffer side).

The artichoke dip with roe was incredible, as was the market tomato salad. Both my friend and I ordered the burger as the main and we both agreed it was perfect (they didn’t even have to ask how well we like the meat cooked!)

Sadly they didn’t have dessert for golden hour, but that’s ok bc it probably means they were focused on getting the food and drinks right.

Lastly shoutout to our server Angelica who was super friendly and welcoming the whole evening.

Rarely do I have such a positive overall experience at a bar/restaurant that I can envision myself as a regular but Golden Swan has earned that for me.“

“Beautiful place, great food and drinks!“

“Had a lovely meal to celebrate my 50th birthday, the food was so good and the service was fantastic, I would highly recommend“

“Next-level and creative cocktails many paired with fine-dining quality food.“

“muito aconchegante, preços justos e ótima musica“

“The best Wiener Schnitzel outside Austria!!!!👍“

“This is one of the most delicious restaurants I've ever been to, and the service is worth it!“

“One of the best places I've been to in quite some time! Beautiful inside, fabulous food, great vibe, soooo fun!“

“It’s great place with very delicious pasta and artesanal pizza! 🍝🍕“

“Fantastic service, fantastic food, fantastic atmosphere“

“My family and I were looking for a quick bite and found this place on the corner while we were walking. The place is super cute and retro feeling, they had indoor and outdoor seats. The menu was small which I liked, it was nice and simple. My sister and I shared a smash burger and my husband got the lemon pepper chicken sandwich, they were delicious! Burger was juicy and the sandwich was crispy. Would love to go back should we ever be in the area again!“

“Primo's has a very cool aesthetic. Attractive art deco styling. Their music was spot on (80's new wavish when we were there). We sat at the bar and ordered a couple beers. Oscar behind the bar was great. He knows how to manage things. He was keeping all his customers happy.“

“Im assuming this was formerly the Bar called, "Blanchards". My husband and i haven't been there in years, like 25 years! We had no idea the bar still existed and im so glad! Good memories😊“

“I was very impressed, moonlighting in the bartender night life for the last 20 years. I normally don’t go out to bars. My sister and myself were down at Lenox hospital for our Dads surgery. One of the desk staff at Franklin Hotel recommended Penrose! The staff, manager and bartender were so friendly. I have to say I was very happy. I will certainly pop over again next time I’m in the area!!!! The drinks and food were top notch… So cheers Penrose to your amazing hospitality ❤️“

“I am a 30 year customer. 30 years experiencing consistent excellence across the board. Gabriel and his sons have put this restaurant at the pinnacle of what fine dining can be. Not fussy. Not pretentious. Simply excellent in every way, every time, across 3 decades. Restaurants of this quality are few and far between.“

“Found this spot from a book called Drink Like a Local and glad I did. Walked in about 6 and the bar area was packed on a Wednesday. Found an open spot an ordered a Toasted Ham and Cheese and a Revolver. The food was good although I would have went with stone ground mustard instead of Dijon. The drink was burbon, coffee liqueur, and vanilla which came together very nicely. Would definitely go back.“

“I made reservations for 7 people at 8pm in August. The staff was super friendly and great to talk to. As women we felt safe, the drinks were great, and we loved the vibe! There was outdoor and indoor seating. Wasn’t too busy. We will be back!“

“Delightful and cozy. Not only is the ambiance very nice but the food os a total delight 😋“

“How staff treats customers determines my opinion. Workers here know how to make customers happy. You'll taste the difference their high-quality ingredients make in every dish. The team operates efficiently. Highest marks for the wonderful dining and friendly service.“

“Nice after work place. Very friendly and the food was good 😊“

“Delicious food, great service, amazing ambiance… Highly recommended!“

“DDOBar recently dropped their ramen menu and it's among the best I've had in Chelsea and throughout NYC. It's right off of the Highline in Olly Olly Market and their service is impeccable. I will be returning for a bowl of their ramen and their salmon yubutart“

“My daughter and I had a wonderful time at Swingers US. This place exudes luxury and is very fancy. The food and drinks were awesome. The white rose garden trellis is everything.“

“Great atmosphere and service. And the truffle fries were terrific!“

“Iconic and inspired Upper West Side Eatery/Music avenue. I love the live music there, they have it 6 nights a week! Really good food & cocktails as well! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼“