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Best Bars & Nightlife in Alphabet City, Manhattan

106 bars & nightlife in Alphabet City (Loisaida), sorted by rating, with vibes and insider tips.

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Top ranked Bars & Nightlife in Alphabet City

Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.

  1. Rank 1

    Dive bar

    Lucy's

    4.3 out of 5, 274 reviewsPrice level $

    Lucy's is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    Insider tip: Open daily: 5pm(ish)–3am(ish)

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Local
  2. Rank 2

    Sports bar

    The Hairy Lemon

    4.2 out of 5, 257 reviewsPrice level $$

    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 comfort bar food, all served with a big portion of Irish hospitality.

    Insider tip: We cater for all social and sporting events, including all NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL games. We also show all UFC fights and the Six-Nations Rugby Championship, not to mention English Premier and UEFA Champions League Games. *opening hours can vary for early morning sporting events

    • Lively
    • Casual
    • Social
  3. Rank 3

    Cocktail bar

    Please Don't Tell

    4.3 out of 5, 2,391 reviewsPrice level $$$

    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.

    • Speakeasy
    • Intimate
    • Date Night
  4. Rank 4

    Dive bar

    Tom & Jerry

    5.0 out of 5, 1 reviewPrice level $

    Tom & Jerry is a well-known dive bar restaurant in Alphabet City, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Local
  5. Rank 5

    Hookah bar

    Kazuza

    4.6 out of 5, 1,566 reviewsPrice level $$

    Step into Kazuza Lounge, the East Village hotspot where vibes are always high and the experience is next level. With killer food, flawless service, and hookah thats considered some of the best in the world, Kazuza is the place to kick back, chill, and vibe with friends.

    Insider tip: Happy Hour Monday to Sunday 4pm-7pm. Single flavor hookah $15, Wine/Beer $5, Sangria $8, Mojito $10, Well Drink $9, Shots $5

    • Lively
    • Social

All Bars & Nightlife in Alphabet City

Sorted by rating. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • Bar

    DOLCE MOMENTO

    5.0 out of 5, 13 reviewsPrice level $$

    221 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Wine bar

    Long Count

    5.0 out of 5, 27 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Long Count is a new wine and focaccia bar devoted to the quiet power of time. At Long Count, every wine poured by the glass carries ten or more years of age.

    • Intimate
    • Relaxed
    • Romantic

  • Dive bar

    5s

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    5s is a popular dive bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Local

  • Bar

    The Cannaliv Experience

    5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    The Cannaliv Experience is a popular bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Wine bar

    Cafe Skye East Village

    5.0 out of 5, 12 reviewsPrice level $

    Cafe Skye is a cozy neighborhood bar in Lower Manhattan serving natural wine, creative cocktails, craft beer, and elevated bar food.

    • Cozy
    • Casual
    • Neighborhood Spot

  • Dive bar

    Tom & Jerry

    5.0 out of 5, 1 reviewPrice level $

    Tom & Jerry is a well-known dive bar restaurant in Alphabet City, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Local

  • Cocktail bar

    Two Perrys

    4.9 out of 5, 106 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Two Perrys is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Wine bar

    Accidental Bar

    4.9 out of 5, 148 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Accidental Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Intimate
    • Relaxed
    • Romantic

  • Cocktail bar

    Idaho

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$$

    A cozy retreat in the heart of the East Village, NYC, opened in 2024. Inspired by the laid-back charm of the Pacific Northwest, Idaho offers a warm and inviting atmosphere where you can unwind with friends over craft cocktails and local brews.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Bar

    Foolproof Whiskey Bar

    4.9 out of 5, 92 reviewsPrice level $$

    Foolproof Whiskey Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, mexican and deli sandwich, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Hookah bar

    Eastside Story

    4.9 out of 5, 397 reviewsPrice level $$

    Eastside Story is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as mediterranean, cozy interior, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Recreation center

    NY Axe Throwing Range - Brooklyn

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    Advanced digital axe throwing experience with state-of-the-art projected targets and multiple gaming modes, featuring a full bar with food and alcohol service in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Dive bar

    96 Tears

    4.8 out of 5, 40 reviewsPrice level $

    96 Tears aims to be the downtown rock'n'roll bar that dreams are made of - a warm convivial place to meet, drink, talk, get lost, and let loose in an unpretentiously authentic yet unapologetically eccentric atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Local

  • Dive bar

    The York

    4.8 out of 5, 171 reviewsPrice level $

    The York is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, american and deli sandwich, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Local

  • Dive bar

    Conor's Goat

    4.8 out of 5, 196 reviewsPrice level $$

    Conor's Goat is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Neighborhood Bar
    • Cozy

  • Sports bar

    X-Golf Brooklyn

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    X-Golf Brooklyn is a popular sports bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    • Lively
    • Casual
    • Social

  • Wine bar

    Rosso

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$$

    Rosso is a popular wine bar in Alphabet City, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    • Intimate
    • Relaxed
    • Romantic

  • Theater

    Cocktail Magique Bar & Theatre by Company XIV

    4.8 out of 5, 112 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Prepare to be transported inside Company XIVs colorful, boutique venue nestled in the heart of Graffiti Alley in trendy Bushwick, Booklyn. Buy tickets to Cocktail Magique the show, book a Lipstick Reading , or RSVP for Free Jazz and be sure swing by our speakeasy bar for a luscious libation.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Bar

    Temkin's

    4.8 out of 5, 231 reviewsPrice level $

    Temkin's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Wine bar

    Gomi Korean wine Bar

    4.8 out of 5, 297 reviewsPrice level $$

    Gomi Korean wine Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as food-focused, latin and korean, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Intimate
    • Relaxed
    • Romantic

  • Cocktail bar

    Pineapple Club

    4.7 out of 5, 1,134 reviewsPrice level $$

    Pineapple Club is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as drinks-focused, mexican, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Lounge

    Hi-Note Radio

    4.7 out of 5, 156 reviewsPrice level $

    Hi-Note Radio is located in the heart of Alphabet City & East Village. We host community radio, featuring live radio sets and original programming.

    • Trendy
    • Upscale
    • Lively

  • Mexican

    Inca Paisa Restaurant Astoria

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    Step into Inca Paisa, where the best Peruvian and Colombian flavors come together on every plate. Fresh ingredients, traditional recipes, and vibrant spices create a culinary journey that awakens the senses.

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual

  • Beer bar

    Augurs Well Bar

    4.7 out of 5, 264 reviewsPrice level $$

    Augurs Well Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as a cafe, mexican, great outdoor space. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Social

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