50 Best Beer Bars in New York

“great service great food great atmosphere“

“Great spot to enjoy several beers with friends.“

“My friend and I co-hosted a going-away party here in the evening for about 25 people, and the venue was fantastic and incredibly easy to work with. We weren’t doing anything super formal—just a mix-and-mingle with two different groups of friends celebrating together in New York City as we move on to our next chapters.

Everyone was extremely friendly and accommodating. I especially appreciated that the events manager didn’t make the gathering into a bigger production than it needed to be. They understood exactly what we wanted and helped us host something really fun.

The service was exceptional, and our waitresses were awesome. Everyone was able to have a separate check, and there were no complications whatsoever. The bar does close at midnight, which was a little annoying, but ultimately no big deal.

The venue itself is gorgeous: beautiful design, a total vibe, great lounge-style electronic music, and unreal views of the Empire State Building and the beautiful European-style architecture across the street. The red piano also makes for great photo ops.

We had an awesome experience, would absolutely come back, and highly recommend it!“

“The whole family loves it! A go-to comfort spot for us.Great selection of beers on tap.“

“Yet another perfect dinner at chambers. Excellent job on all fronts. Spectacular food, excellent wine, great unobtrusive service. The ambiance is chill- great music, buzzy atmosphere, with great sound insulation delivering great conversations. Love this spot.“

“New York-35th Amazing staff! Mia C was on top of everything. She was thoughtful and fast. She was excited for my son who was turning 10. So much food and make sure you get a shake.“

“Great selection of canned beer and cool ciders. Taps are limited but fresh.“

“Everything was incredible. Best burger, great service!“

“My waitress was Katie Jane what an extraordinary girl she so nice and friendly it was a treat. Really. The wine I had was very good. The potato tots(?) not so much. Insane huge portion for one woman and hmmm no. Sommicj potential this dish but I expected better from you! At least for 1 person cut the portion in half ! To begin with. The view was great . Over all: I am glad I came.“

“We got the triple schewan rice and noodles mix and vegetable manchurian gravy, both were delicious! It satisfied our indo-chinese cravings!
The service was prompt and ambience is good!
The only minus is the quantity of dishes which is pretty less for the price we pay.“

“The food is simply incredible. Great mix of very creative (get the Cheez-It appetizer!) and skillfully prepared and delicious vegetables, meats, and fish. We ordered a lot of apps and mains to share, and would be happy to order any of them again the next time we go. Space is beautiful. I loved Loring Place which was from the same chef, and I can say this lives up to the same standard.“

“Party of eight and we all enjoyed everything we ate and drank. 👍 for the kitchen staff on doing everything perfect and quick. The staff was amazing and service was great. I highly recommend the burger 🍔. Will definitely go back.“

“Great atmosphere Great drinks Great bar staff“

“Staying in Chelsea, my wife and I wanted to go out for a quick beer and looked online to see what was nearby. This place was pretty awesome. Nice selection of beers. The bartender, despite being the only employee we saw in the bar, did a great job making sure we were taken care of.“

“Great place, great food!!!“

“I frequently support OH. I love their beer and go to their locations in Brooklyn and at Rock Center. I was recently disappointed recently by the pours and prices during an Oktoberfest collab event at the Rockefellar location. However, the manager (Dave) was very kind in approaching me about the issue and was very sincere and personal in his acknowledgement that they were trying something new. I really respected that and would like to give them credit for addressing a customer complaint instead of ignoring it.“

“Nice causal place for a date. Nice music, great Hospitality and Healthy food!“

“Excellent atmosphere, amazing food, and such a fun experience! I went to celebrate my friend’s birthday, and we had an incredible time. The staff were wonderful, the music was great, and everything about this place was just perfect. I truly loved the whole experience and would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for great food, great vibes, and a fun night out! ❤🎶🍽“

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

“My wife and I visited Handcraft Burgers and Brews for my birthday this past weekend. As soon as my wife opened the menu she knew that I was going to have to try the burger of the month which was a peanut butter and grape jelly topped hamburger with jalapenos, bacon and cheese. Admittedly I have never had peanut butter and jelly on a burger before but I figured I would try something new and see what all of the hype was about. Turns out, I loved it! Every bite was so flavorful and completely made my birthday lunch a worthwhile venture! We also tried the tater tots, because who doesn't love a good tater tot. We could have chosen from multiple dipping sauces but we decided to go with the garlic aioli and I am glad we did. I dipped each of my tater tots in the sauce and there was plenty for both of us to share. We were helped by Vanessa at the restaurant and she was very accommodating when I was having trouble using a coupon that I had for my birthday. All in all this was a wonderful choice for my birthday lunch and when we are in the area again I would definitely stop by and perhaps try the latest burger of the month along with some tater tots and garlic aioli dipping sauce of course!“

“After a long walk on the Upper West Side, I came across this spot. It was very nice, with a great selection of beers to help beat the heat. I really enjoyed it and will be coming back to get one of those big cans to go. The bartender was very knowledgeable and friendly. The arcade machine was a total plus. I love those things. And the art in the bathroom was also very interesting.“

“Truly one of the best breweries in the country, innovative, beer excellence. Not to be missed!“

“☕️🤍🍰 ......................“

“Carmine Street Beer is the kind of spot that makes you want to slow down and actually look at what you are drinking. It is a small, family owned bottle shop and bar that has been holding down Carmine since 2013, and it still feels personal in the best way. You walk in and it is shelves on shelves of smart picks, from local NYC favorites to classic European styles, plus a tight draft lineup that changes often so there is always something new to try. 

What really seals it is the staff. They are the kind of beer nerds who are happy to meet you where you are, whether you want a familiar lager, something funky, or a let me try something weird moment. You can grab a pour, sip while you browse, and they will genuinely help you land on a bottle or can that fits your mood. The space is cozy with a small bar and a handful of seats, more of a relaxed neighborhood hang than a scene, which makes it easy to pop in solo or with a friend. 

No food, no fluff, just a seriously curated wall of beer and a vibe that says you are in good hands. If you care about variety beyond the usual hazy IPA parade, this place is a yes every time. “

“We were on the hunt for a good oyster happy hour and somehow stumbled upon this exciting little gem — and we’re so glad we did!

From the moment we walked in, we knew we had found a great spot. The atmosphere was lively and energetic, especially during happy hour, but the service never missed a beat.

Our bartender was an absolute machine behind the bar, effortlessly keeping up with the busy crowd while pumping out beautifully made drinks one after another. Despite how hectic things were, they were incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely pleasant throughout the entire experience. It’s always impressive to see someone handle a packed bar with that much energy and still make you feel welcomed.

Of course, the happy hour oysters were the star of the show. We enjoyed them alongside some excellent cocktails and a few other snacks, making for the perfect casual afternoon/evening stop. The combination of good food, great drinks, and a fun atmosphere made it such an enjoyable experience.

The location is also fantastic if you’re spending the day around the High Line or Chelsea Market. It’s an easy place to stop by, unwind, grab a few oysters and drinks, and enjoy the neighborhood without breaking the bank.

And speaking of the price — the value during happy hour was seriously impressive, especially for the quality and overall experience.

This was such a fun find for us, and we’re already looking forward to coming back. Great drinks, delicious oysters, friendly service, and a fantastic happy hour — what more could you ask for?

Definitely adding this one to our list of places to return to!“

“Great food, good service, good vibe!“

“Vibes here are so laid back and the happy hour specials are so affordable. It feels like an oasis compared to the surrounding bars.

Bartenders are so chill and talented. Shout out to Al for being such an awesome person to talk to. If you are waiting on a res to a nearby place, this is the place to hang out“

“Great staff and food. Spacious too!“

“Wow. This spot is amazing. Good place to come have a craft beer with a good selection. There is also a big selection of can and bottle beer to buy and take home. Don't expect a fancy bar. Matt bartender and staff greet everyone coming in making you feel welcome. They do play music from early genres which is a plus for a bar. Added this to my favorite beer spot in NYC.“

“Gotta be the best Carrot Dish ever! JP helped us pair the wine. Riesling with Carrot, of course. Great evening with inventive cuisine. One surprise after the next. Lobster dish was the highlight of the evening.“

“Greatest Place on Earth :)“

“Delicious Authentic Middle Eastern falafel and shawarma. It's a place that focuses on just that, but does it really well. Every element of the 'sandwich' is made to perfection! The pita is fresh and warm, the shawarma is cooked perfectly on the rotisserie, and each topping is delicious- the humus, tehina, amba, onions... plus ... served with a smile! Open late too!“

“Super chill bar in the West of Hell's Kitchen. Huge and changing range of craft beers, comfy high tables and a nice wide bar. Kid friendly during the quiet periods of the day, friendly staff. Food is great, large servings, at an excellent price point!“

“Best lemon drop martini I’ve had in a long time. Food was excellent bartenders and staff awesome.!“

“Makes you feel like your in a real Hollywood club setting nice females“

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

“The oysters were on point!“

“They also have awesome drinks.“

“I loved this hotel! I visited in September with a friend and loved every detail. Great staff, outdoor patio, rooftop bar, coffee shop, and location. Highly recommend.“

“What’s to Share. Claire and Nikki and Cahir are rockstars. Foods is good, service is the best I’ve seen next to me pouring rockstars to those who want to drink. If only you could See my shoulders wiggle and rock right now, you’d get it If you don’t go get you don’t know how to live.“

“Very nice and hospitable ♥️👌🏾“

“This bar has a cosy feel. The snug bar area and then surrounding tables for groups. The beers are great. The food is spot on. The staff are warm, welcoming and chatty.“

“Good place to grab a drink after work, with a nice wine selection. I personally didn’t like the smell inside the bar, it had that strong bleach/Clorox-type smell that you sometimes notice in NYC bars. Because of that, we chose to sit outside at first and only moved inside later.

Other than that, the cheese selection was nice and the wine was enjoyable.“

“Gooood toooo beee there“

“Great #NewYorkCity #DiveBar #SportsBar with cold 32oz buckets of beer and sports enriched entertainment. They have amazing parties throughout the year...the best is the Christmas Buffet and Specials. Overall a good place to crash with friends or to make them!“

“Nice Place with best friends to hangout..👍“

“This place is great so much fun a great vibe and friendly staff. So good I even got a tattoo there lol on Thursday night football 😀 but well worth it. Good draft beer, great cocktails and now even brunch on the weekends don't miss out every Saturday and Sunday from 12-8 brunch and football plus now every Monday night football game there will be Football Bingo nights. Natasha is awesome she is always there hardest working bartender. Kenny is a real cool down to earth bartender always a great time here and Stephanie is just an amazing fantastic boss 😄“

“I seriously love this bar so much. (Especially on a week night when it is not crawling with NYU students.) The beer is well curated and the staff knows their shit. However, the bathrooms have not had a lock on them for probably a year. Girl go pick some up.“

“We were so looking forward to try out this new restaurant. The ambiance was really nice, staff was GREAT as well. The food was spectacular!!! We didn't order much, just a few appetizers for the most part (as seen in the pics). I would definitely come here again, it's one of those places that just feels like home. So beyond cozy. The reason for the 4 star is only because some of the portions are insanely TINY. For example, the pasta that we ordered... that in itself is maybe 3-4 bites at most. So we were disappointed in that, the other things we ordered were sized decently. But I do wish that they would give just a bit more.

Update: Recently came here again, and it’s truly a magnificent spot with incredible food!“