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17 dive bars in Alphabet City

Best Dive Bars in Alphabet City (2026)

Top-rated dive bars in Alphabet City, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and Moodap editor picks.

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Alphabet City is home to 17 rated dive bars. Lucy's leads the list with a 4.3-star rating across 274 reviews. Prices range from $ to $.

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Lucy'sEditor's Pick
★ 4.3274 reviews$Indoor135 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
“Open daily: 5pm(ish)–3am(ish)”
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96 Tears
96 Tears aims to be the downtown rock'n'roll bar that dreams are made of - a warm convivial place to meet, drink, talk, get lost, and let loose in an unpretentiously authentic yet unapologetically eccentric atmosphere.
★ 4.840 reviewsIndoor110 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
“96 Tears is now open from 6pm to 2am on weekdays and 6pm - 4am Thursday through Saturday. Space is available for private event bookings, with options for both the upstairs/downstairs areas and outdoor seating.”
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The Last Resort
The Last Resort is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.736 reviewsIndoor432 E 13th St, New York, NY 10009
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Lucky
Lucky is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.5298 reviews$Indoor168 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009
“Sit at the bar for faster service and interact with the bartenders; happy hour goes until 8pm with $4 beers”
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Otto's Shrunken Head
Otto's Shrunken Head is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.4891 reviews$Indoor538 E 14th St, New York, NY 10009
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Double Down Saloon
Double Down Saloon is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as great outdoor space, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.3611 reviews$Indoor14 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
“Happy hour is popular with reviewers.”
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The Library
Located in the heart of New York's Lower East Side, The Library is a dive bar that feels less like a typical watering hole and more like a living, breathing storybook full of character and warmth.
★ 4.3694 reviews$Indoor7 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
“One of the more playful elements is their happy hour—a creative twist where purchasing a drink earns you a toy dinosaur, redeemable for a free beverage later.”
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2A
★ 4.3234 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor25 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
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7B Horseshoe Bar aka Vazacs
★ 4.3451 reviews$Indoor108 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009
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Mona's
Mona's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an entertainment venue, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.2391 reviews$Indoor224 Avenue B Unit 14, New York, NY 10009
“Reviewers note this is cash only.”
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Doc Holliday's
Doc Holliday's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.1453 reviews$Indoor141 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
“Bring cash before 9pm - card payments may be restricted early in the evening”
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Spike's
Spike's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue, pizza and italian. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.156 reviewsIndoor218 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
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Mama's Bar
Mama's Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as an activity venue, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.1162 reviews$Indoor34 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009
“Happy hour is popular with reviewers.”
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Sophie's
Sophie's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.0413 reviews$Indoor507 E 5th St, New York, NY 10009
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Ace Bar
Ace Bar is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as hidden/speakeasy vibe. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 4.0711 reviews$Indoor531 E 5th St, New York, NY 10009
“reservations@acebar.com (212) 979-8476”
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Josie's
Josie's is a bar in Alphabet City described by visitors as relaxed atmosphere, budget-friendly. Based on 10 reviews.
★ 3.8226 reviews$Indoor/Outdoor520 E 6th St, New York, NY 10009
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Niagara
Niagara is open nightly until 4am with indoor and outdoor seating, music, dancing and events!
★ 3.4625 reviews$Indoor112 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
“EAST VILLAGE's BEST Happy Hour! EVERYDAY UNTIL 7PM + Sun-Wed 2AM-4AM”

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Moodap ranks 17 dive bar bars in Alphabet City, Manhattan based on ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Top picks include Lucy's (4.3★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your vibe.

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There are 17 dive bar bars currently listed in Alphabet City on Moodap, with new spots added regularly.

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What's the highest rated dive bar in Alphabet City?

Lucy's is one of the highest rated dive bar bars in Alphabet City, with a 4.3-star rating. See the full rankings above.

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