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Best Bars & Nightlife in Chelsea, Manhattan

57 top-rated bars & nightlife in Chelsea, ranked by ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Find the perfect spot with mood-matched recommendations.

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“Art galleries by day, rooftop bars by night, gym rats 24/7”

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The High Line is for tourists before 6pm and locals after. Time it right.

Top Ranked Bars & Nightlife in Chelsea

Moodap Picks

Curated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research — February 2026

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Mustang Harry's

Mustang Harry's

4.4 ★$$

Sports bar

Located just steps from Madison Square Garden, Midtown Manhattan's legendary Irish gastropub, Mustang Harry's, has stood as a beloved Seventh Avenue f...

💡 Official Fan Bar for New York Rangers and New York Knicks. Private events available with 7,500 sq. f...

LivelyCasualSocial
2
Smithfield Hall NYC

Smithfield Hall NYC

4.4 ★$$

Sports bar

Smithfield Hall NYC is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as an activity venue, american, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

💡 Go during happy hour for the best deals.

LivelyCasualSocial

All Bars & Nightlife in Chelsea

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Lithookahs

Hookah bar

Lithookahs is a popular hookah bar in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

LivelySocial
5.0 ★
6 reviews
$$

The Lounge at Le Zie

Cocktail bar

The Lounge at Le Zie is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as food-focused, italian and seafood, cozy interior. Base...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.9 ★
0
$$

Tara Mor | NYC

Cocktail bar

Tara Mor | NYC is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as food-focused, known for excellent service. Based on 10 revi...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.9 ★
477 reviews
$$$

Wooga NYC

Sports bar

Wooga NYC is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as korean and seafood, cozy interior, budget-friendly. Based on 10 ...

LivelyCasualSocial
4.8 ★
610 reviews
$$

Wildflower

Cocktail bar

Wildflower offers a distinctive blend of comfort and elegance for events, with an array of creative and seasonal food an...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.8 ★
0
$$$

Beer Run

Beer bar

Beer Run is a popular beer bar in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

LivelySocial
4.8 ★
0
$$

The Hotel Chelsea

Cocktail bar

222 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.8 ★
600 reviews
$$$

Five Iron Golf

Sports bar

Five Iron Golf is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as an activity venue, known for excellent service. Based on 10...

LivelyCasualSocial
4.8 ★
355 reviews
$$

The Argyle

Cocktail bar

The Argyle is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as a cafe, mexican and deli sandwich, known for excellent service....

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.8 ★
0
$$$

BELTANE.

Cocktail bar

BELTANE. is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as drinks-focused, high-energy atmosphere, known for excellent servi...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.7 ★
109 reviews
$$$

The Lost & Found

Lounge

The Lost & Found is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 r...

TrendyUpscaleLively
4.7 ★
0
$$$

Hello Hello Bar & Cafe

Cocktail bar

Hello Hello Bar & Cafe is a popular cocktail bar in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the ne...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.7 ★
0
$$$

Little Rascal Bar

Cocktail bar

Little Rascal Bar is a popular cocktail bar in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighbo...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.6 ★
0
$$$

The Altman Building

Bar

Established in 1896 as the carriage house for the famed B. Altman and Company department store, The Altman Building is n...

LivelySocial
4.5 ★
0
$$

Tía Pol

Wine bar

Tía Pol is a popular wine bar in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

IntimateRelaxedRomantic
4.5 ★
0
$$$

Raines Law Room Chelsea

Cocktail bar

Raines Law Room is a 21+ establishment. We accept parties of 6 or less, due to the intimate atmosphere and limited capac...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.5 ★
0
$$$

Goldie’s Tavern

Sports bar

More than a place to watch the game, it's a lively neighborhood spot where great food, quality drinks, and a high-energy...

LivelyCasualSocial
4.5 ★
0
$$

Peter McManus Cafe

Dive bar

Peter McManus Cafe is the oldest family-run bar in New York City, serving fine food with good spirits since 1936!

CasualLivelyLocal
4.5 ★
0
$$

Nature Valley Market /Deli

Deli

Nature Valley Market /Deli is a popular deli in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighb...

CasualQuickLocal
4.5 ★
0
$

Little Dipper

Cocktail bar

Little Dipper is an immersive, astrology-inspired cocktail bar in Midtown, New York City, featuring ingredient-driven co...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.5 ★
0
$$$

Pokeworks

American

Serving up fresh, sashimi-grade Ahi Tuna, hand-cut Salmon, all-natural Chicken, and Tofu.

CasualSocialClassic
4.5 ★
0
$$

Smithfield Hall NYC

Sports bar

Smithfield Hall NYC is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as an activity venue, american, known for excellent servic...

LivelyCasualSocial
4.4 ★
0
$$

The Twenty Two New York

Bar

16 E 16th St, New York, NY 10003

LivelySocial
4.4 ★
27 reviews
$$

Lobby Bar at The Hotel Chelsea

Cocktail bar

The Hotel Chelsea Lobby Bar exudes a timeless charm and respite for hotel guests and neighbors alike. Whether you're vis...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.4 ★
33 reviews
$$

Crompton Ale House

Dive bar

Crompton Ale House is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as drinks-focused, upscale. Based on 10 reviews.

CasualLivelyLocal
4.4 ★
0
$$$

The Celtic Rail NYC

Dive bar

The Celtic Rail NYC is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as drinks-focused, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellen...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.4 ★
0
$

Bk Backyard Bar

American

Bk Backyard Bar is a popular american in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

CasualSocialClassic
4.4 ★
0
$$

Walter's Bar

Dive bar

Walter's Bar is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service. Based on 10 revie...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.4 ★
0
$

Diamante's

Cocktail bar

At Diamantes you will drink and dine in an old school boxing theme atmosphere. Enjoy a drink that is not only delicious ...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
4.4 ★
0
$$$

Mustang Harry's

Sports bar

Located just steps from Madison Square Garden, Midtown Manhattan's legendary Irish gastropub, Mustang Harry's, has stood...

LivelyCasualSocial
4.4 ★
0
$$

OCabanon

Wine bar

Located in the heart of Manhattan, OCabanon is a family-run French kitchen where quality meets conviviality. In South of...

IntimateRelaxedRomantic
4.4 ★
0
$$$

Bourbon and Branch

American

Our name pays homage to history, craft, and the simple elegance of Southern tradition. The classic drink, "Bourbon & Bra...

CasualSocialClassic
4.4 ★
0
$$

Club Bar & Grill

American

Club Bar & Grill is a popular american in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood...

CasualSocialClassic
4.4 ★
0
$$

The Copper Still Chelsea

Bar

The Copper Still Chelsea is a bar in Central Park described by visitors as food-focused, american, high-energy atmospher...

LivelySocial
4.3 ★
0
$$

Westside Tavern

Dive bar

Opened in 1997 Westside Tavern has attracted a steady stream of celebrities like Colin Farrel, Dave Attell, Chase Crawfo...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.3 ★
0
$

Haymaker Bar and Kitchen

Dive bar

Haymaker Bar and Kitchen is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as food-focused, steakhouse and deli sandwich. Based...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.3 ★
0
$

Tír na Nóg

Dive bar

Tír na Nóg is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as an entertainment venue, seafood, known for excellent service. B...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.3 ★
0
$

Molly Wee

Dive bar

Molly Wee (Mullagh Bui) is Irish for yellow hill! Located in County Cavan, 14 miles west of Cavan Town, it was the locat...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.3 ★
0
$

Park Bar

Lounge

Cool, friendly, and a little bit off the beaten path. Since 1999, Park Bar has been a neighborhood favorite for after wo...

TrendyUpscaleLively
4.3 ★
0
$$$

Barcade

Beer bar

Barcade is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as an activity venue, american, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 re...

LivelySocial
4.3 ★
0
$

Bar Veloce

Wine bar

New York's Old Fashioned, Modern Wine Bar Established 1999.

IntimateRelaxedRomantic
4.2 ★
0
$$$

Lillie's Victorian Establishment

Dive bar

A VICTORIAN FANTASY. LIVE YOUR VICTORIAN FANTASY IN THE HEART OF NEW YORK CITY.

CasualLivelyLocal
4.2 ★
0
$

Trailer Park Lounge

Lounge

Trailer Park Lounge is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as outdoor-focused, american, high-energy atmosphere. Base...

TrendyUpscaleLively
4.2 ★
0
$$$

American Whiskey - Midtown

American

American Whiskey - Midtown is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as an entertainment venue, mexican and american. B...

CasualSocialClassic
4.2 ★
0
$$

Jake's Saloon

American

Cozy atmosphere with private dining booths and a long bar makes this classy restaurant a local favorite. Our High Defini...

CasualSocialClassic
4.2 ★
0
$

The Chelsea Bell

American

The Chelsea Bell is a newly renovated bar, transitional in style with vintage elements and eclectic dcor. With 16 flat s...

CasualSocialClassic
4.2 ★
0
$$

Dan and John's Wings Chelsea

Sports bar

Dan and John's Wings Chelsea is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as italian and american, consistently well-review...

LivelyCasualSocial
4.2 ★
114 reviews
$

"One Star"

Dive bar

"One Star" is a bar in Chelsea described by visitors as an entertainment venue. Based on 10 reviews.

CasualLivelyLocal
4.2 ★
0
$

Blarney Stone

Dive bar

Blarney Stone is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as food-focused, american, known for excellent service. Based o...

CasualLivelyLocal
4.2 ★
0
$

Sandbar Rooftop

Lounge

Escape to our cozy, heated and enclosed rooftop hideaway on the 23rd floor where sweeping views of NYC's skyline (Empire...

TrendyUpscaleLively
4.1 ★
171 reviews
$$

Coby Club

Lounge

Coby Club is a popular lounge in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

TrendyUpscaleLively
4.0 ★
0
$$$

The Grain

Bar

The Grain is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as korean. Based on 5 reviews.

LivelySocial
4.0 ★
9 reviews
$$

La Noxe

Cocktail bar

La Noxe is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as drinks-focused, cozy interior, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10...

IntimateSophisticatedTrendy
3.9 ★
0
$$

AB InBev Commercial Strategy Office

Beer bar

AB InBev Commercial Strategy Office is a popular beer bar in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times ...

LivelySocial
3.8 ★
0
$$

Taboo Lounge

Hookah bar

Taboo Lounge is a bar in Flatiron described by visitors as seafood and american, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent...

LivelySocial
3.5 ★
382 reviews
$$

G Lounge Chelsea

Lounge

g Lounge is your neighborhood gay bar — proudly rooted in community and built for connection. We're a safe space where e...

TrendyUpscaleLively
3.4 ★
41 reviews
$$$

Blue Valley Deli

Deli

Blue Valley Deli is a popular deli in Chelsea, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

CasualQuickLocal
3.0 ★
0
$

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