50 Best Cocktail Bars in New York

“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 👏“

“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.“

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

“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 ❤️“

“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.“

“Not easy to find. You have to enter a building lobby (no signs) and find it inside. The food was excellent, as was the service. We had a large group and it was served family style. Lost one star for noise. The place is very busy and sound reverberates off all the hard surfaces.“

“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.“

“Uno de los mejores Bares del Mundo“

“A chic bar with elegant Gatsby themed vibes throughout.“

“Last night We came to eat at Mission Ceviche for the first time and we left very happy for the incredible quality of food and service. 100% recommended with a tremendous desire to return soon. Good service and everyone very friendly I had a very wonderful birthday.“

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

“Nice cocktails & stunning View!!!“

“Amazing food and drinks!🥤“

“lots of food for a good price!“

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

“Absolutely love this place. Been many times. Consistent quality food and service. This is a one of a kind gem in Manhattan“

“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.“

“Ended up here accidentally on a layover: Hands down, the best ramen I’ve ever had (springy, slurpy perfection), amazing cocktails (if you like gin the Japanese 75 is a must try!), and whatever the whipped cream, creme brûlée’d banana dessert was tasted like heaven. I even ordered another tonkotsu ramen to go (all the way to Florida) to bring back to my fiancé. They separated all of it, packaged it so it wouldn’t leak, and wrote directions on specific timing for heating up each item! Very impressive service. I’ll be back again!“

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

“Really good coffee and salmon on rye bread 👌“

“Amazing Dining Experience, Delicious Food, Private space with lovely Staff!!!“

“Amazing unique cocktails. Highly recommended.“

“The autumn salad was amazing!!“

“5/24 Update, the restaurant invited me back for a meal to redeem their service. To be fair, the restaurant was busy for yellowtail season so understandable.

The food was amazing, we got the scallops rice, salon pasta, Wagyu ribs and the clam soup. I prob would do without the scallop rice for future but everything else hit the spot. Esp my favorite, the clam soup.

Thank you Won and the Capitan of the restaurant for taking care of us! I will definitely be back soon again.

Previous update: Came as a party of one, was seated immediately. Sat and waited for 30mins, no one came to serve me or take my order.

Trendy spot, was excited to try the food, but terrible service.“

“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. 🥃👌🏼“

“Consistently good service! Our server Christian was great.“

“Fab place, great service, amazing cocktails“

“❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Great drinks, tapas & vibe!“

“If it ain’t broke, don’t tell me what time it is. Because I’m probably late for work. Wait, I don’t work and use daddy’s money. Nice drinks“

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

“My husband and I celebrated our wedding here in October and were absolutely thrilled with the every aspect of the experience. We worked with Brittany to plan the event, and she was brilliant. She worked out every detail for us and we could tell we were in good hands every step of the way. The staff, from the head of operations to the managers to the bartenders, servers, and porters were fantastic. Throwing a wedding reception is stressful no matter what, but we didn’t need to think about anything but enjoying the evening with our guests — everything else was taken care of and executed perfectly. The staff made our guests feel welcomed and took incredible care of us. We can’t recommend throwing an event at Rosevale enough!!“

“The food & service were great! Will definitely return.“

“Great food - better service. Mason was absolutely wonderful. He helped walked us through the special dishes and his favorites, all of which we tried and were not disappointed. The shrimp parm is an absolute must - as well as the clam pasta. It’s quite different from any other clam pasta I’ve ever had but in a delectable way. The iceberg wedge salad was also delicious. Overall, great experience.“

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

“This was an awesome restaurant. The food was incredible, great views of the city, & delicious dessert selections. Definitely would recommend and will visit again 😊“

“Always love coming to NYC and having a cocktail (or two or three) at The Up & Up!“

“This is such a cute place and the food was delicious! I came here for dinner with a friend and I got the Crispy and Spicy Sesame Chicken Donburi which was divine. The decor inside is super cute and cozy plus the service is excellent — they were so welcoming and efficient. Didn’t try the ramen this time but my friend did and it looked amazing. I will absolutely be coming back so maybe next time! Anyways, definitely recommend if you’re in the area“

“Absolutely wonderful — hands down one of the best meals of the trip. Every dish we ordered was excellent: the watermelon salad, tuna, mandu, steak and potatoes, tteokbokki, and the sesame bread and butter pudding were all full of flavor and beautifully presented.

I loved the Korean-fusion small-plates concept — creative, shareable and really well executed. The cocktails were also excellent.

We sat at the bar for a 5 p.m. dinner before a 7 p.m. show, and the timing was perfect. Service was sharp, everything came out at just the right pace, and the bar had such a lively, engaging atmosphere with great conversation from the team.

Fun, flavorful, beautifully plated and full of energy. Would absolutely come back.“

“Had such a nice experience at The Terrace! Annie was our waitress and she was so sweet, attentive, and had such a good attitude. She definitely made the experience even better. The food was really good too, I just wish the portions were a little bigger because I was definitely left wanting more 😂 Overall, good food, great service, and shoutout to Annie for taking care of us!“

“Chi Restaurant & Bar is incredible! We came in with a large party and they accommodated us perfectly, which meant we got to try almost everything on the menu. The food tasted totally authentic, yet somehow still fresh and fun. Seriously, it felt like every single dish we ordered topped the last one! The duck was absolutely fantastic, and the dim sum and veggies were just as amazing. Whatever you do, definitely don’t skip out on the cute desserts at the end. It's an awesome spot for a group dinner with top-tier food.“

“Solid Mexican-inspired bar with a fun vibe. The guacamole was fresh and the mezcal cocktails were excellent. Prices are a bit steep ($60+ per person with drinks) but the quality is good. Parking nearby is practically impossible so we took the F train to 2nd Ave. Would come back for happy hour on a weekday when it's less crowded.“

“Came here for a date night and we were absolutely blown away. Walking down the stairs into Nothing Really Matters feels like stepping into a secret, moody underworld; the vaulted ceilings and amber lighting are just gorgeous. We ordered the signature mezcal cocktail and an espresso martini, and both were perfectly balanced and incredibly unique. The music is a huge part of the vibe; it’s loud enough to feel like a party, but we could still easily chat in our booth. It’s easily one of the best cocktail bars in Chelsea right now.“

“Food and service was excellent. Service was out of this world. Can't wait to go again“

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

“Just awesome. Fast. Efficient. Great.“

“Sweet Linda is such a great NYC spot! Amazing atmosphere, delicious food, and really good cocktails. The service was also incredible, everyone was so friendly and attentive. Gianna was especially attentive and provided great recommendations. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to. 10/10!“

“Clemente Bar continues to deliver an exceptional experience across food, service, and atmosphere. Chef Ichimura’s precision and artistry made every course delicate and visually stunning, while Chef Joe brought wonderful energy, care, and seamless support to the service. The pacing was flawless, with every dish arriving as both a piece of art and a standout course. What makes Clemente Bar truly special is how it pairs elevated, world-class dining with such an intimate, welcoming vibe; you genuinely feel like you’re sharing a meal among close friends, even when surrounded by strangers.“

“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.“

“My favorite cocktail place in LES. Not your basic drinks, the bartenders here are true mixologists. Every drink I’ve had here is superb! They don’t really have many food options though, so don’t go hungry. Oh, and they also added mocktails to their menu! The Rent Party is so delicious and tastes like a real cocktail.“