Rank 1C. Di Palo
Wine bar
4.9 out of 5Price level $$
C. Di Palo is a bar in Nolita described by visitors as food-focused, pizza and italian, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Nostalgic. Tiny. Cannoli-powered.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Little Italy, Manhattan
8 bars & nightlife in Little Italy, ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
Little Italy in a line
Two blocks of red sauce and a whole lot of character
Insider tip
Mulberry Street during San Gennaro is chaos. Beautiful, delicious, mozzarella-fueled chaos.
Top ranked Bars & Nightlife in Little Italy
Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.
All Bars & Nightlife in Little Italy
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Beer bar
Grotta Local
4.7 out of 5Grotta Local is a popular beer bar in Little Italy, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Lively
- Social
Cocktail bar
Huuma
4.5 out of 5Price level $$Huuma is a popular cocktail bar in Little Italy, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Cocktail bar
Good Neighbors
4.7 out of 5Good Neighbors is a cocktail bar where high-fidelity sound, community-curated details, and an inviting atmosphere come together. In collaboration with talent, we've crafted a sound system and playlists that set the tone, complemented by elevated cocktails and locally inspired dishes that reflect the spirit of the neighborhood.
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Trendy
Wine bar
Salud SoHo
4.3 out of 5, 93 reviewsPrice level $$$Salud SoHo is a bar in Little Italy described by visitors as drinks-focused, steakhouse, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
Dive bar
Mulberry Street Bar
4.2 out of 5Price level $$Mulberry Street Bar is a popular dive bar in Little Italy, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
- Casual
- Lively
- Local
Lounge
Broome St. Project
3.7 out of 5Dimly lit cocktail lounge in Nolita with plush seating, live music Saturdays, and house-party energy. Formerly GoldBar space.
- Intimate
- Lively
- Speakeasy
Wine bar
C. Di Palo
4.9 out of 5Price level $$C. Di Palo is a bar in Nolita described by visitors as food-focused, pizza and italian, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
- Intimate
- Relaxed
- Romantic
- 4.3 out of 5
a place to celebrate! since 1995
- Casual
- Social
- Classic
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