Rank 1McSorley’s Old Ale House
Dive bar
4.7 out of 5Price level $
McSorley’s Old Ale House is a popular dive bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Casual
- Lively
- Local
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Best Bars & Nightlife in East Village, Manhattan
96 bars & nightlife in East Village (The EV), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
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Top ranked Bars & Nightlife in East Village
Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.
Rank 2Ruffian
Wine bar4.7 out of 5Price level $$$Ruffian is a bar in East Village described by visitors as food-focused, chinese, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Rank 3Superbueno
Cocktail bar4.2 out of 5Price level $$a welcoming and energetic space that creates a joyful and electric outlook on life.
Insider tip: Book your SUPERBUENO reservation on Resy
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Rank 4The Grafton
Dive bar4.4 out of 5Price level $$Irish Pub & Sports Bar
Insider tip: we regularly open early for sports events so please check our Football & Rugby page for schedule
- Casual
- Lively
- Local
Rank 5Claud
Wine bar4.3 out of 5Price level $$$$Claud is a well-known wine bar restaurant in East Village, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Rank 6Death & Co East Village
Cocktail bar4.5 out of 5Price level $$$Death & Co East Village is a bar in East Village described by visitors as drinks-focused, high-energy atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
Insider tip: Location selection required for booking.
- Craft Cocktails
- Intimate
- Date Night
Rank 7Standings
Sports bar4.6 out of 5Price level $$Standings is a popular sports bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Insider tip: Come for a game, since the TVs show different sports.
- Lively
- Casual
- Social
Rank 8Please Don't Tell
Speakeasy4.3 out of 5Price level $$$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
Rank 9schmuck.
Cocktail bar4.2 out of 5Price level $$$schmuck. is a bar in East Village described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
Insider tip: Order the margarita cream.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Rank 10Little Sister Lounge
Lounge1.9 out of 5Price level $$$$Slip into the underground and dive into unknown pleasures. Dimly lit and velvet-laced, our intimate cocktail lounge is a sultry and seductive trip back to the heyday of the clandestine, cavern-like settings of East Village's 1990s lounge scene.
Insider tip: Reservations strongly recommended. Little Sister, adjacent to Moxy East Village, is independently operated by Tao Group and is not affiliated with the hotel. Sorry No Guestlist.
- Trendy
- Upscale
- Lively
Rank 11Holiday Cocktail Lounge
Cocktail bar4.4 out of 5Price level $$We invite you to laugh, sing along, and sip away! Holiday Cocktail Lounge is the perfect spot for your next gathering or event.
Insider tip: Call (212) 777-9637 for reservations. Holiday has delicious food.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Rank 12Amor y Amargo
Cocktail bar4.7 out of 5Price level $$From an upscale plant-based restaurant to an amaro-focused cocktail bar, we have it all.
Insider tip: Order the house amaro or a seasonal cocktail.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Rank 13Blue & Gold Tavern
Dive bar4.3 out of 5Price level $Blue & Gold Tavern is a bar in East Village described by visitors as an activity venue, cozy interior, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
- Casual
- Lively
- Local
Rank 14The Ready Cantina
Rooftop bar3.7 out of 5Price level $$The Ready Cantina is a bar in East Village described by visitors as drinks-focused, mexican, great outdoor space. Based on 10 reviews.
- Lively
- Social
All Bars & Nightlife in East Village
Ranked by rating and how many reviews back it. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.
Cocktail bar
AURA Tapas & Cocktail Bar
4.9 out of 5Price level $$Mediterranean Inspired Tapas & Cocktails! Good Vibes is Our Business
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Hookah bar
Cozy Cafe
4.8 out of 5Price level $$Unwind with premium hookah, quality drinks, and good vibes in a cozy atmosphere. Open daily until 4 AM.
- Lively
- Social
- Cozy
Cocktail bar
Room 207
4.9 out of 5Price level $$$New York City is known around the world for its enthusiastic embrace of classic cocktails. At Room 207, we want to salute that preference yet update these legendary drinks with advanced mixological techniques and seasonal ingredients, as well as play with our guests expectations and perceptions.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Cocktail bar
Bateman's
4.9 out of 5We love amazing cocktails, but hate the way that snobbery has infiltrated the bar scene. After a combined twenty years in the industry, we had to ask ourselves, what would our ideal bar look like? Enter Batemans a cozy cocktail bar tucked in the heart of East Village serving upscale cocktails without the pretentiousness.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Dive bar
Bob’s Bar NYC
5.0 out of 5Bob’s Bar NYC is a popular dive bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Casual
- Lively
- Local
Dive bar
Banshee
5.0 out of 5Price level $$Irish-inspired neighborhood bar in the East Village pairing Guinness and oysters with martinis and craft cocktails. Backyard garden patio and punk-meets-cottage vibes on 1st Avenue.
- Cozy
- Lively
- Neighborhood Spot
Cocktail bar
Bar Snack
4.8 out of 5Price level $$Bar Snack is a new iteration of the classic neighborhood bar, offering dressed-up classics for dressed-down people alongside beers, good wine, and of course, snacks. Helmed by acclaimed bartender Iain Griffiths, Bar Snack is a fun & flirty East Village hangout that is meant to be enjoyed by all.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Dive bar
McSorley’s Old Ale House
4.7 out of 5Price level $McSorley’s Old Ale House is a popular dive bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Casual
- Lively
- Local
Wine bar
horse with no name
5.0 out of 5Price level $$$horse with no name is a popular wine bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Cocktail bar
At Cave
4.9 out of 5Price level $$$103 E 2nd St, New York, NY 10009
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Cocktail bar
Amor y Amargo
4.7 out of 5Price level $$From an upscale plant-based restaurant to an amaro-focused cocktail bar, we have it all.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Wine bar
Ruffian
4.7 out of 5Price level $$$Ruffian is a bar in East Village described by visitors as food-focused, chinese, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Cocktail bar
Sweet Linda
4.7 out of 5Price level $$$Sweet Linda is equal parts cocktail bar, dinner destination, and late-night spot located in the heart of East Village. With a dinner menu crafted by a chef bringing elevated technique and serious culinary chops to a downtown bar setting, exceptional drinks, and a design-forward space that glows with neon warmth, it's made for locals, visitors, and those who know where to go.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Wine bar
Adore
4.8 out of 5Price level $$Intimate wine bar on East 6th Street with a Japanese listening bar setup, natural wines, Korean tapas, and cozy communal seating. Vinyl records and creative small plates.
- Intimate
- Cozy
- Trendy
Wine bar
DiVin Wine Bar
4.9 out of 5Price level $$Inspired by the charm of an authentic bar vin in a Parisian neighborhood, we invite you to savor the joy of finely curated French wines. Gather with friends, slow down, sip something beautiful, enjoy savory bites and let conversation linger long into the evening.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Wine bar
Hard to Explain
4.7 out of 5Price level $$It's easy to imagine yourself in Tokyo when walking into Hard to Explain … small on space but big on vibes … snag one of the two stools in the window while you ponder what to drink.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Cocktail bar
The Rhymers' Club
4.9 out of 5Price level $$$The Rhymers Club transcends the ordinary cocktail bar, embodying a refined elegance that whispers of secrets and sophistication. Each element, from the handpicked glassware to the meticulously crafted cocktails, reflects our reverence for the clandestine societies that inspired us.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Wine bar
Rake Wine Bar
4.8 out of 5Price level $$$Rake Wine Bar is a popular wine bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Cocktail bar
El Camino
4.9 out of 5Price level $$Mexican-inspired bar in the East Village with margaritas, tacos, and a lively cantina vibe. Neighborhood favorite for casual drinks and late nights.
- Lively
- Casual
- Fun
Wine bar
Sinsa
4.7 out of 5, 141 reviewsPrice level $$$Sinsa is a bar in East Village described by visitors as drinks-focused, korean and mexican, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
American
upstate craft beer & oyster bar
4.6 out of 5Price level $$upstate craft beer & oyster bar is a popular american in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Casual
- Social
- Classic
Wine bar
Nine Cases
4.7 out of 5Price level $$Nine Cases welcomes guests from 5 pm to midnight, Tuesday through Sunday, offering a seasonal menu featuring 9 international small plates. Our wine list offers a distinctive selection of 9 white wines and 9 red wines, available by the glass or bottle.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Beer bar
Burp Castle
4.6 out of 5Price level $$Burp Castle is a bar in East Village described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
- Lively
- Social
Beer bar
Craft + Carry Saint Marks
4.7 out of 5Price level $$Craft + Carry Saint Marks is a bar in East Village described by visitors as an activity venue. Based on 10 reviews.
- Lively
- Social
Frequently asked questions
What are the best bars in East Village?
Moodap's top-ranked bars in East Village, curated from Eater, The Infatuation, Time Out, Michelin and our own research in February 2026, start with McSorley’s Old Ale House (4.7 stars), Ruffian (4.7 stars) and Superbueno (4.2 stars). They're at the top of this page.
What kinds of bars are there in East Village?
Moodap lists 96 bars in East Village. The most common kinds are Cocktail bar (30), Dive bar (16), Wine bar (15), Lounge (8) and Sports bar (8).
Where can I find affordable bars in East Village?
14 of the 96 bars listed in East Village are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are Bob’s Bar NYC, McSorley’s Old Ale House and Fish Bar.
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