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Best Bars & Nightlife in East Village, Manhattan

106 bars & nightlife in East Village (The EV), sorted by rating, 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.

  1. Rank 1

    Wine bar

    Ruffian

    4.7 out of 5, 418 reviewsPrice 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
  2. Rank 2

    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
  3. Rank 3

    Cocktail bar

    Superbueno

    4.2 out of 5, 636 reviewsPrice 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
  4. Rank 4

    Dive bar

    The Grafton

    4.4 out of 5, 437 reviewsPrice 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
  5. Rank 5

    Wine bar

    Claud

    4.3 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
  6. Rank 6

    Cocktail bar

    Death & Co East Village

    4.5 out of 5, 2,068 reviewsPrice 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: Reservations available. Location selection required for booking.

    • Craft Cocktails
    • Intimate
    • Date Night
  7. Rank 7

    Sports bar

    Standings

    4.6 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.

    • Lively
    • Casual
    • Social
  8. Rank 8

    Cocktail bar

    schmuck.

    4.2 out of 5, 330 reviewsPrice level $$$

    schmuck. is a bar in East Village described by visitors as drinks-focused, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy
  9. Rank 9

    Lounge

    Little Sister Lounge

    1.9 out of 5, 488 reviewsPrice 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
  10. Rank 10

    Cocktail bar

    Holiday Cocktail Lounge

    4.4 out of 5, 636 reviewsPrice 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
  11. Rank 11

    Cocktail bar

    Amor y Amargo

    4.7 out of 5, 964 reviewsPrice level $$$

    From an upscale plant-based restaurant to an amaro-focused cocktail bar, we have it all.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy
  12. Rank 12

    Dive bar

    Blue & Gold Tavern

    4.3 out of 5, 381 reviewsPrice 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
  13. Rank 13

    Rooftop bar

    The Ready Cantina

    3.7 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

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  • Dive bar

    Banshee

    5.0 out of 5, 34 reviewsPrice 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

  • Dive bar

    Bob’s Bar NYC

    5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Bob’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

  • 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

  • Wine bar

    Tin Parlour

    5.0 out of 5, 4 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Tin Parlour is a bar in East Village described by visitors as seafood.

    • Intimate
    • Relaxed
    • Romantic

  • Cocktail bar

    Bateman's

    4.9 out of 5, 124 reviewsPrice level $$$

    We 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

  • Cocktail bar

    At Cave

    4.9 out of 5, 57 reviewsPrice level $$$

    103 E 2nd St, New York, NY 10009

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Cocktail bar

    El Camino

    4.9 out of 5, 38 reviewsPrice 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

  • Cocktail bar

    Room 207

    4.9 out of 5, 43 reviewsPrice 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

    AURA Tapas & Cocktail Bar

    4.9 out of 5, 308 reviewsPrice level $$

    Mediterranean Inspired Tapas & Cocktails! Good Vibes is Our Business

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Cocktail bar

    The Rhymers' Club

    4.9 out of 5, 48 reviewsPrice 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

    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

    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

  • Hookah bar

    Cozy Cafe

    4.8 out of 5, 2,309 reviewsPrice level $

    Unwind with premium hookah, quality drinks, and good vibes in a cozy atmosphere. Open daily until 4 AM.

    • Lively
    • Social
    • Cozy

  • 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

  • Speakeasy

    The Red Room at KGB

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$$

    The Red Room at KGB is a popular cocktail bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Sports bar

    Lydia’s

    4.8 out of 5, 45 reviewsPrice level $$

    We are dedicated to providing the highest quality food and service to our guests. Come visit us and see for yourself! Whether youre a regular or a first-time visitor, we promise to provide a memorable dining experience.

    • Lively
    • Casual
    • Social

  • 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

  • Beer bar

    Craft + Carry Saint Marks

    4.7 out of 5, 108 reviewsPrice level $$

    Craft + Carry Saint Marks is a bar in East Village described by visitors as an activity venue. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Social

  • Cocktail bar

    Bar Kabawa

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$$

    Bar Kabawa is a popular cocktail bar in East Village, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Trendy

  • Cocktail bar

    Amor y Amargo

    4.7 out of 5, 964 reviewsPrice 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 5, 418 reviewsPrice 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 5, 169 reviewsPrice 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

    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

  • 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

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