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63 bars & nightlife in Upper West Side (UWS), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.
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Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.
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P.J. Clarke's Lincoln Square is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as an entertainment venue, french and seafood, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
Jacobs Pickles is southern comfort food done right: buttermilk fried chicken, mac & cheese, biscuits and gravy, and, of course, pickles.
Insider tip: We use pickles from start to finish, to wake up the taste buds as an appetizer then to cleanse the palette at the end of the meal.
The Empire Rooftop is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as a cafe, seafood, great outdoor space. Based on 10 reviews.
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Wine bar
Le Vin Coeur is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused, french, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
Beer bar
We are honored to serve our community. Whether you are a regular guest or a new friend, it is our pleasure to host you.
Sports bar
The Throwback encompasses all a classic sports bar should be with an elevated feel. The memorabilia scattered throughout will capture the attention of any sports enthusiast and passerby alike.
Dive bar
Westland Roe is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as food-focused, american, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
Wine bar
CLAIRE'S WINE BAR is a popular wine bar in Upper West Side, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Tiki bar
Tiki Chick is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused, deli sandwich, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
Vanguard Wine Bar (Upper West Side) is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused, cozy interior, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
Beer bar
Beer Run UWS is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
Cocktail bar
The Owl's Tail is a local cocktail parlor and restaurant serving the Upper West Side globally inspired small plates and seasonally inspired craft cocktails. Plush velvet seats line the bustling L-shaped bar where you can enjoy a beautifully built drink, glass of wine or craft beer and some light bites.
Vin Sur Vingt Wine Bar - Upper West Side is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused, french, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
Wine bar
ELIS WINE BAR & RESTAURANT is a popular wine bar in Upper West Side, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
Dive bar
The Upside Bar is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused, cozy interior, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
Cocktail bar
We're a neighborhood bar with old-soul charm and shelves full of bourbon. Low lights, warm wood, and the hum of a great night out.
Lounge
The Wallace Lounge is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as an entertainment venue, cozy interior, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
Lounge
Scarlet Lounge is a popular lounge in Upper West Side, Manhattan. A go-to spot for drinks and good times in the neighborhood.
American
Jacobs Pickles is southern comfort food done right: buttermilk fried chicken, mac & cheese, biscuits and gravy, and, of course, pickles.
Dive bar
Combining his passion for Irish pubs and literature, Owner/Proprietor Drew Dvorkin opened The Dead Poet in September of 2000. Drew, a former high school English teacher, designed the bar to celebrate the lives and spirits of famous writers and poets.
Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as an entertainment venue, seafood, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
Cocktail bar
Prohibition is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as an entertainment venue, steakhouse, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
Sports bar
Bodega 88 is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as american and deli sandwich, high-energy atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
Dive bar
Broadway Dive is a bar in Upper West Side described by visitors as drinks-focused. Based on 10 reviews.
Cocktail bar
A neighborhood cocktail bar on the Upper West Side with tropical-themed interior, neon signage, and a full dinner menu featuring creative cocktails with ingredients like pineapple-infused rum and coconut cashew milk.
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