Best Bars & Nightlife in Alphabet City, Manhattan
106 top-rated bars & nightlife in Alphabet City, ranked by ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Find the perfect spot with mood-matched recommendations.
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Top Ranked Bars & Nightlife in Alphabet City
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Lucy's
Dive bar
Lucy's is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
💡 Open daily: 5pm(ish)–3am(ish)
The Hairy Lemon
Sports bar
Were a sports bar with and an Irish Pub influence offering a great selection of draft & bottled beer, wine and spirits, combined with in-house made co...
💡 We cater for all social and sporting events, including all NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL games. We also show...
Please Don't Tell
Cocktail bar
Please Don't Tell is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, cozy interior, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
💡 Reviewers recommend making a reservation. Multiple reviewers mention long waits, especially on weeke...
Tom & Jerry
Dive bar
Tom & Jerry is a well-known dive bar restaurant in Alphabet City, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
💡 Make a reservation — this place fills up fast.
Kazuza
Hookah bar
Step into Kazuza Lounge, the East Village hotspot where vibes are always high and the experience is next level. With killer food, flawless service, an...
💡 Happy Hour Monday to Sunday 4pm-7pm. Single flavor hookah $15, Wine/Beer $5, Sangria $8, Mojito $10,...
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Cafe Skye East Village
Wine barCafe Skye is a cozy neighborhood bar in Lower Manhattan serving natural wine, creative cocktails, craft beer, and elevat...
Tom & Jerry
Dive barTom & Jerry is a well-known dive bar restaurant in Alphabet City, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosph...
DOLCE MOMENTO
Bar221 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002
Long Count
Wine barLong Count is a new wine and focaccia bar devoted to the quiet power of time. At Long Count, every wine poured by the gl...
The Cannaliv Experience
BarThe Cannaliv Experience is a popular bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neig...
5s
Dive bar5s is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
NY Axe Throwing Range - Brooklyn
Recreation centerAdvanced digital axe throwing experience with state-of-the-art projected targets and multiple gaming modes, featuring a ...
Idaho
Cocktail barA cozy retreat in the heart of the East Village, NYC, opened in 2024. Inspired by the laid-back charm of the Pacific Nor...
Accidental Bar
Wine barAccidental Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
Two Perrys
Cocktail barTwo Perrys is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service, consistently ...
Eastside Story
Hookah barEastside Story is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as mediterranean, cozy interior, relaxed atmosphere. Base...
Foolproof Whiskey Bar
BarFoolproof Whiskey Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, mexican and deli sandwich, rela...
Cocktail Magique Bar & Theatre by Company XIV
TheaterPrepare to be transported inside Company XIVs colorful, boutique venue nestled in the heart of Graffiti Alley in trendy ...
96 Tears
Dive bar96 Tears aims to be the downtown rock'n'roll bar that dreams are made of - a warm convivial place to meet, drink, talk, ...
Temkin's
BarTemkin's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
Rosso
Wine barRosso is a popular wine bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
X-Golf Brooklyn
Sports barX-Golf Brooklyn is a popular sports bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neigh...
The York
Dive barThe York is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, american and deli sandwich, cozy interior. B...
Gomi Korean wine Bar
Wine barGomi Korean wine Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as food-focused, latin and korean, cozy interior. B...
Conor's Goat
Dive barConor's Goat is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
The Summit Bar & Cafe
Cocktail barThe Summit Bar & Cafe is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as a cafe, mediterranean, known for excellent serv...
Francis Kite Club
Cocktail barYour public social club
Augurs Well Bar
Beer barAugurs Well Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as a cafe, mexican, great outdoor space. Based on 10 rev...
Inca Paisa Restaurant Astoria
MexicanStep into Inca Paisa, where the best Peruvian and Colombian flavors come together on every plate. Fresh ingredients, tra...
Hi-Note Radio
LoungeHi-Note Radio is located in the heart of Alphabet City & East Village. We host community radio, featuring live radio set...
The Last Resort
Dive barThe Last Resort is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Base...
Oddball
Cocktail barBringing out-there flavors down to earth
Pineapple Club
Cocktail barPineapple Club is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, mexican, high-energy atmosphere. Based...
Hei Tiki & Sushi Bar
RestaurantCombining the charm of a Japanese restaurant with the fun, relaxed atmosphere of a tiki bar, it offers something for eve...
Alphabet City Beer Co.
Beer barAlphabet City Beer Co. is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 1...
Bibi Wine Bar
Wine barBibi Wine Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service, moderately...
Kazuza
Hookah barStep into Kazuza Lounge, the East Village hotspot where vibes are always high and the experience is next level. With kil...
Bartu
Wine barBartu is a popular wine bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Nuyorican Poets Cafe
LoungeWelcome to The Nuyorican Poets Cafe, a cultural icon on New York's Lower East Side since 1973. The NUYOrican presents gr...
Book Club Bar
Cocktail barBook Club Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
Waiting on a Friend
LoungeWaiting On A Friend is a 2,000-square-foot bar located in the East Village. The space is thoughtfully divided into Three...
Royale
Beer barRoyale is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as outdoor-focused, american and deli sandwich, hidden/speakeasy ...
Other Half Brewing Domino Park
Beer barOther Half Brewing Domino Park is a popular beer bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times...
The Cabinet Mezcal Bar
Cocktail barThe Cabinet Mezcal Bar offers cocktails, beer, bar snacks and a curated selection of agave distillates. From Chihuahua t...
The Wayland
Cocktail barThe Wayland is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, seafood, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 ...
Emilia by Nai
Wine barEmilia by Nai is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as a cafe, seafood and american. Based on 10 reviews.
Pokito
Cocktail barcocktails + FRIENDS cocktail bar in williamsburg
Sahara East
Hookah barSahara East is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as food-focused, mediterranean, known for excellent service....
Lucky
Dive barLucky is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 re...
GAMA
LoungeGAMA is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue. Based on 6 reviews.
Beats Karaoke Cafe
Karaoke barOpen Karaoke Bar & Private Karaoke Room
11th St. Bar
Dive bar11th St. Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 ...
Motel No Tell
LoungeYour vacation starts here. COCKTAILS, FROZEN DRINKS, ice COLD BEERs, neapolitan PIZZA, SMALL PLATES, Salads, SANDWICHES,...
Drop Off Service
Beer barDrop Off Service is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, relaxed atmosphere, budget-friendly....
Blue Quarter
BarBlue Quarter is a popular bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Dolly's Swing and Dive
BarDolly's Swing and Dive is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, mexican, budget-friendly. Base...
Bushwick Country Club
BarBushwick Country Club is a popular bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighb...
Birdie's Sporting Club
Sports barX-Golf is the home of indoor golf for a good reason: with the best tech in the world, you will get the most accurate res...
Beco
MexicanBeco is a popular mexican in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Ten Degrees
Wine barTen Degrees is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed atmosphere, known for exc...
Lavender Lake
BarLavender Lake is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, seafood and american. Based on ...
Vinegar Hill House
AmericanVinegar Hill House is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as french and italian, high-energy atmosphere, known ...
Mary O's
Dive barMary O's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as food-focused. Based on 10 reviews.
B-Side
BarSERVING THE EAST VILLAGE SINCE 2003
The Spotted Owl Tavern
Dive barKnown for it's friendly and attentive staff, warm ambiance, antique decor and for serving both domestic as well as craft...
Maiden Lane
Wine barMaiden Lane is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, seafood, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 ...
Otto's Shrunken Head
Dive barOtto's Shrunken Head is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, known for excellent serv...
Mable's Smokehouse & Banquet Hall
BBQMable's Smokehouse & Banquet Hall is a popular bbq in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times i...
MIDNIGHTS
BarMIDNIGHTS is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews...
The Mermaid Inn
SeafoodThe Mermaid Inn is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as seafood. Based on 10 reviews.
Broken Land
BarBroken Land is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, great outdoor space, relaxed atmosphere. ...
Madeline's Martini
Cocktail barMadeline's Martini is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed atmosphere, known ...
Surf Bar Seafood Restaurant & Grill
SeafoodSurf Bar Seafood Restaurant & Grill is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as outdoor-focused, mexican and seaf...
Bua
Dive barBua is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
Eastpoint Bar
Dive barEastpoint Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as american, known for excellent service. Based on 10 revi...
Double Down Saloon
Dive barDouble Down Saloon is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as great outdoor space, budget-friendly. Based on 10 ...
Lucy's
Dive barLucy's is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
3 Dollar Bill
BarBROOKLYNS PREMIERE QUEER NIGHT CLUB, LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCE VENUE. We are a space for joy. We open as the largest quee...
The Library
Dive barLocated in the heart of New York's Lower East Side, The Library is a dive bar that feels less like a typical watering ho...
Please Don't Tell
Cocktail barPlease Don't Tell is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, cozy interior, relaxed atmo...
7B Horseshoe Bar aka Vazacs
Dive bar7B Horseshoe Bar aka Vazacs is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in...
2A
Dive bar2A is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Brooklyn Billiards
Pool/BilliardsBrooklyn Billiards is a popular pool/billiards in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in th...
Kelly's Sports Bar
Sports barClassic Irish Pub in the heart of the East Village, Manhattan, a great place to catch the game with solid drink prices. ...
The Hairy Lemon
Sports barWere a sports bar with and an Irish Pub influence offering a great selection of draft & bottled beer, wine and spirits, ...
Tequila Time Bar Cafe
RestaurantExperience the vibrant flavors of Mexico at Tequila Time Bar & Cafe. Our Mexican restaurant and bar serves up authentic ...
Fat Buddha
Cocktail barFat Buddha is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as american, cozy interior, known for excellent service. Base...
Berry Park
RestaurantBerry Park is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, great outdoor space, high-energy a...
Mona's
Dive barMona's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 1...
HiLot
Cocktail barHiLot is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, cozy interior, high-energy atmosphere. Based on...
Dream Baby Bar and Cocktail Parlour
Cocktail barDream Baby Bar and Cocktail Parlour is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed a...
Doc Holliday's
Dive barDoc Holliday's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue. Based on 10 reviews.
Mama's Bar
Dive barMama's Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent...
Blind Barber
Cocktail barBlind Barber is a popular cocktail bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighb...
The Rosemont
Gay barThe Rosemont is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as known for excellent service, budget-friendly. Based on 1...
Spike's
Dive barSpike's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue, pizza and italian. Based on 10 reviews.
Sophie's
Dive barSophie's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
Ace Bar
Dive barAce Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as hidden/speakeasy vibe. Based on 10 reviews.
Phoenix Bar
LGBTQ barThe Phoenix has a strong tradition of catering to a diverse and trendy crowd, and has become a gay institution in the ea...
St. Dymphna's
Dive barServing classic cocktails, wine, and beer since 1994 St.Dymphna's is a classic Irish pub-style bar located across the st...
ReVision Lounge and Gallery
LoungeReVision Lounge and Gallery is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, high-energy atmos...
Miracle on Ninth St
Cocktail barMiracle on Ninth St is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service. Base...
Josie's
Dive barJosie's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
Lovers of Today
Cocktail barWe're a snug & dark speakeasy-style haunt with happy hour specials & a menu of specialty cocktails. Our hidden little co...
Old Flings
Cocktail barCocktail lounge above legendary dive bar 2A in the East Village with disco decor, expert mixology, and a dancing vibe. I...
sweetie
Cocktail barsweetie is a cocktail bar in Alphabet City. Popular for date nights and groups.
Ding-a-ling
Cocktail barDing-a-ling is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue. Based on 10 reviews.
Downtime
LoungeDowntime is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, high-energy atmosphere, known for ex...
Niagara
Dive barNiagara is open nightly until 4am with indoor and outdoor seating, music, dancing and events!
Wiggle Room
LoungeWiggle Room is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, high-energy atmosphere, upscale. ...
Joyface
LoungeJoyface is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as high-energy atmosphere, known for excellent service, moderate...
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