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- Social
50+ rated bars
Best Bars in Manhattan, NYC
Top-rated bars across 32 Manhattan neighborhoods, ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.
Manhattan is home to 50+ rated bar bars spanning 32 neighborhoods. The Tasting Room in Battery Park City leads the pack with a 5.0-star rating and 9 reviews, but standout spots can be found from Two Bridges to Roosevelt Island and beyond.
Prices range from $ to $$$, so there’s something for every budget. Popular vibes across these spots include lively, social, upscale, rooftop, and lounge. Whether you’re planning a date night, meeting up with friends, or exploring solo, this page covers the best bar bars in New York City, ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe data.
Alphabet City
4 spots
Rank 1 Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Rank 3 - Lively
- Social
Rank 4 - Lively
- Social
Two Bridges
3 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Rank 3 - Lively
- Social
Roosevelt Island
3 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Rank 3 - Lively
- Social
Morningside Heights
3 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Rank 3 - Lively
- Social
Battery Park City
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Lower East Side
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Upper West Side
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Times Square
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Midtown
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Lenox Hill
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Kips Bay
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
East Harlem
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Stuyvesant Town
2 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Rank 2 - Lively
- Social
Chinatown
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Murray Hill
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
- Upscale
Financial District
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Carnegie Hill
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
NoMad
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Flatiron
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Hudson Yards
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Greenwich Village
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Hamilton Heights
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Upper East Side
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Washington Heights
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Harlem
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Inwood
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
SoHo
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Lincoln Square
1 spots
Rank 1 - Upscale
- Sophisticated
- Pre Show
NoHo
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Manhattan Valley
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Koreatown
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Central Park
1 spots
Rank 1 - Lively
- Social
Frequently asked questions
What are the best bar bars in NYC?
Moodap ranks the best bar bars across 32 Manhattan neighborhoods based on ratings, reviews, and vibe. Top-rated spots include The Tasting Room in Battery Park City (5.0★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your mood in 25 seconds.
How many bar bars are in Manhattan?
Moodap has 50+ rated bar bars across Manhattan, spanning neighborhoods like Alphabet City, Two Bridges, Roosevelt Island, Morningside Heights, Battery Park City, and more.
Which neighborhood has the best bar bars?
Alphabet City has the highest concentration of bar bars with 4+ spots, but great options are found across Manhattan. Use the Mood Match quiz to find the best one near you.
Best bar bars for a date night in NYC?
Many bar bars in Manhattan are perfect for date night, with popular vibes like lively, social, upscale. Take Moodap’s Mood Match quiz to find a spot that matches your exact vibe and budget.
Affordable bar bars in Manhattan?
Manhattan has bar 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.