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50+ rated american bars

Best American Bars in Manhattan, NYC

Top-rated american bars across 23 Manhattan neighborhoods. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

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Manhattan is home to 50+ rated american bars spanning 23 neighborhoods. ARC in Tribeca leads the pack with a 5.0-star rating, but standout spots can be found from Hell's Kitchen to Stuyvesant Town and beyond.

Prices range from $ to $$$$, so there’s something for every budget. Popular vibes across these spots include casual, social, classic, lively, and neighborhood-spot. Whether you’re planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best american bars in New York City — ranked by ratings, reviews, and real vibe data.

Financial District5 spots

1
London & Martin Co.
★ 4.81,101 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Half Moon
★ 4.70$$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic
3
The Dead Rabbit
★ 4.78,212 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
4
The GoGo Grill
★ 4.5103 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic
5
Buttonwood Restaurant and Bar
★ 4.50$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Hell's Kitchen5 spots

1
Alfie's Kitchen & Craft Beer Bar
★ 4.50$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Fusion Bar and Grill Peruvian/Mexican
★ 4.50$$Indoor
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3
Mom's Kitchen and Bar
★ 4.50$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
4
Valhalla NYC
★ 4.40$$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
5
The Joyce Public House
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Stuyvesant Town4 spots

1
Isla & Co. - Williamsburg
★ 4.90$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Hole In The Wall
★ 4.80$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
3
The Brew Inn
★ 4.5579 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
4
Sweetwater
★ 4.51,001 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Midtown4 spots

1
Benny John's Bar and Grill
★ 4.80$$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic
2
The Grisly Pear - Midtown
★ 4.70$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
3
Foxy John's Bar & Kitchen
★ 4.50$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
4
St. Pat's Bar & Grill NYC
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Inwood4 spots

1
Inwood Bar & Grill
★ 4.80$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
420 Bar & Lounge
★ 4.50$$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic
3
Bravo56 NYC
★ 4.50$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
4
Tryon Public House
★ 4.4484 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Morningside Heights3 spots

1
Belo
★ 4.90$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Arcadia Bar and Kitchen
★ 4.6424 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic
3
The Expat
★ 4.5525 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Kips Bay3 spots

1
Ernie O'Malley's
★ 4.80$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Sundays Well
★ 4.60$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
3
Bella Union
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Upper East Side3 spots

1
The Alvin Public House
★ 4.7172 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Horn's Hook Tavern
★ 4.60$$Indoor
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3
Plug Uglies UES
★ 4.60$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

East Harlem2 spots

1
Area Latina Bar & Grill
★ 4.90$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Teddy's F&B Bar & Grill
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Hamilton Heights2 spots

1
CREDIT LIFE BAR & GRILL
★ 4.90$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
Lux Bar and Grill
★ 4.70$$$$Indoor
livelycasualneighborhood-spot

Times Square2 spots

1
McCarthy's Pub NYC
★ 4.50$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic
2
The Long Acre Tavern
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Upper West Side2 spots

1
Jacob's Pickles
★ 4.50$$Indoor
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2
Hi Life Bar & Grill
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Tribeca1 spots

1
ARC
★ 5.00$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Harlem1 spots

1
Harlem Poke
★ 4.910 reviews$$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic

Lower East Side1 spots

1
Simple NYC
★ 4.7341 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic

Greenwich Village1 spots

1
Mermaid Oyster Bar
★ 4.61,147 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

East Village1 spots

1
upstate craft beer & oyster bar
★ 4.60$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

West Village1 spots

1
Fairfax
★ 4.5242 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Koreatown1 spots

1
Captain's Bar and Grill
★ 4.5183 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Chelsea1 spots

1
Pokeworks
★ 4.50$$Indoor/Outdoor
casualsocialclassic

Central Park1 spots

1
Le Chateau
★ 4.40$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Alphabet City1 spots

1
Vinegar Hill House
★ 4.41,044 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Gramercy1 spots

1
Old Town Bar
★ 4.41,775 reviews$$Indoor
casualsocialclassic

Explore American Bars by Neighborhood

Financial District5 spotsHell's Kitchen5 spotsStuyvesant Town4 spotsMidtown4 spotsInwood4 spotsMorningside Heights3 spotsKips Bay3 spotsUpper East Side3 spotsEast Harlem2 spotsHamilton Heights2 spots

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best american bars in NYC?

Moodap ranks the best american bars across 23 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include ARC in Tribeca (5.0★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.

How many american bars are in Manhattan?

Moodap has 50+ rated american bars across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Financial District, Hell's Kitchen, Stuyvesant Town, Midtown, Inwood, and more.

Which neighborhood has the best american bars?

Financial District has the highest concentration of american bars with 5+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.

Best american bars for a date night in NYC?

Many american bars in Manhattan are perfect for date night, with popular vibes like casual, social, classic. Take Moodap’s Mood Match quiz to find a spot that matches your exact vibe and budget.

Affordable american bars in Manhattan?

Manhattan has american bars at every price point, from $ to $$$$. Browse the full list above sorted by rating, or take the Mood Match quiz to filter by budget.

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