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Pocket Bar NYC

Bar

Cozy hangout offering beer & wine by the glass or carafe in an intimate setting, plus sangria. People often mention great, popcorn, friendly, drinks, spot, small, bartender, service, intimate, night,


Address

455 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036

Website

www.pocketbarnyc.com

Contact

(646) 682-9062

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (416 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 4 PM to 12 AM
  • Friday: 4 PM to 1 AM
  • Saturday: 4 PM to 1 AM
  • Sunday: 4 PM to 12 AM
  • Monday: 4 PM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 4 PM to 12 AM
  • Wednesday: 4 PM to 12 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (21) popcorn (12) friendly (11) drinks (9) spot (8) small (7) bartender (7) service (7) intimate (6) night (6)
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  • 5/5 Lesly G. 11 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    Cute & low key spot! Excellent bar tender. The ciders here are amazing. Very refreshing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Edward D. 2 years ago on Google
    Almost every time I am in NYC I try to get here. Fun - classy - cool and friendly. I have told 25+++ people to go to the Pocket Bar
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ellie 2 years ago on Google
    Cute, cozy intimate bar! I’m a bit socially anxious so this bar is perfect. There is not too many people in there at once, the bar tenders are always so friendly, and if you get a sangria it comes with an adorable little floating shark!🥰
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John G. 7 months ago on Google • 104 reviews
    Very small but cool place. I felt like a giant. A thirsty giant. And my thirst was slackened by the wonderful bartender. Unfortunately, I left just 60 seconds before a group of 8 beautiful women walked in. If I stayed, I am pretty sure they would have all fallen in love with my and my beard. I can barely manage one woman, imagine eight!?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alex C. 6 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    It’s called pocket bar for a reason! Super intimate space for conversation and meeting new people. Popcorn is a great snack and the drinks are perfect for a quick before or after show treat! Bartender was polite, receptive and kept the place orderly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chloe S. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little place! Super tasty cold beers and free popcorn, plus the lady running the bar was super friendly. Totally recommend and hope to come back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emily N. 11 months ago on Google • 611 reviews
    A cute little bar. Just drinks and popcorn. There’s a small bar and about 3 tables to sit at. Would recommend coming early to get a seat. The sangria is great!

  • 5/5 Lucy O. 2 years ago on Google
    Stopped in here for a drink and a place to rest on my way to meet a friend. Megan, the bar tender, was super friendly. I might have hung out all night under different circumstances! Thanks Megan!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tamara P. 2 years ago on Google
    They have cider here ❤️‍🔥 I also liked that they serve popcorn with every drink.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jerald K. 3 years ago on Google
    Pocket Bar is your home away from home, A great place on a first date, Or even when you are alone. Great music, delicious drinks, and familiar faces, Hot bites, buttery popcorn, And the sangria is coming up aces. If you are looking to have a memorable night out, Or to sing with strangers, This is the place, without a doubt.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric M. 4 years ago on Google
    Owned by an ex-rockette, pocket bar is a fantastic little spot to grab a beer (or sangria) and chat with a friend. Tight quarters so plan to limit your party to 2-3. Bartender is a class act and welcoming to new and old patrons alike. True New Yorker hidden gem.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amandip K. 3 months ago on Google • 183 reviews New
    Very intimate bar with chill atmosphere. They offer complimentary popcorn & the service was friendly and helpful with drinks selection.

  • 5/5 Eric Van A. 7 months ago on Google • 51 reviews
    Incredible hole in the wall spot with attentive service and an “all are welcome” social environment. Definitely a neighborhood best.

  • 5/5 Kelly H. 8 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Overall great vibe! Cozy lil place with good tunes. The bartender was friendly and kept the popcorn (complimentary) and drinks flowing. Safe, positive energy with the clientele too.

  • 5/5 D 4 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    Stopped here on a date night, it had a fun cozy and intimate atmosphere, the rose was delicious, and the bartender was attentive. Will definitely be returning.

  • 2/5 jacob w. 5 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    I actually really enjoyed the pocket bar, it’s small and the bartender was really friendly. I can’t give full stars though as the both of us who got the cider are very sick, so maybe avoid that lol.

  • 5/5 Roshan Samuel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Love this place! Really good vibes, drinks are great, and the bartender is an angel.

  • 5/5 Seb F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great beer, great cider, free popcorn. What more can you ask for

  • 5/5 Beth H. 4 months ago on Google
    Pocket Bar is a unique experience. Impressive hygge. Atmosphere unmatched. Loved every moment.

  • 5/5 J 9 months ago on Google
    Popped in for an early drink pre dinner. Lovely atmosphere, small, cosy but welcoming. Great local bar - and lovely staff! (All the best with the wedding plans!)

  • 5/5 philippe m. 6 years ago on Google
    Great small bar. Amazing owner (Susie) that knows what she does. Recommend the cider with ginger. This place brings back memories of what NY bars used to be.

  • 5/5 Jonathan V. 4 years ago on Google
    The bartenders are just as great as the selection of drinks! Such an amazing neighborhood staple. If you’re in the neighborhood, or if you’re not, you should stop by anyway. And the music is ALWAYS ON POINT!

  • 5/5 Joshua B. 1 year ago on Google
    Good sangria, delicious popcorn, cozy atmosphere, friendly bartender. What more do you need?

  • 5/5 Ryan A. 1 year ago on Google
    I have spent many a night at this little gem of a bar having had great wine, great conversation and in great company. It’s a neighborhood spot that welcomes folks from any and all neighborhoods. The bar staff are all top notch — knowledgeable, friendly, just the right amount of curious and fantastically interesting. You want to be left alone with your Sunday paper, ain’t no thang. You want to strike up a conversation with a (soon to be) new friend, you’re in the right place. Easy and chill without feeling too, well, easy and chill. It’s an every kinda night kinda place. Oh, and did I mention there’s popcorn? Yeah. Yeah, there is.

  • 5/5 Harrison H. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing service. Very personable and the drinks are soo good (beer). Would recommend to anyone looking for an intimate date or even just a catch-up with a friend :)

  • 5/5 Dan L. 1 year ago on Google
    Incredible service, fun staff, , happy singing to spot on tunes, and great beer, wines, cider and seltzer: all on tap.

  • 5/5 timothy h. 1 year ago on Google
    The best small bar(s) in NYC, with great service, comfy surroundings, and delightful clientele.

  • 5/5 Yuli M. 1 year ago on Google
    Good energy and music, great bartender/waitress, and tasty wine and cider

  • 5/5 Katrina M. 2 years ago on Google
    Quaint and cozy bar with great, friendly service.

  • 4/5 sanjana a. 1 year ago on Google
    Tiny intimate wine and beer spot. Limited options love the free popcorn though.

  • 5/5 Genesis T. 6 years ago on Google
    Free popcorn, great drinks, awesome music. A hidden gem!!! Will definitely return!!!

  • 5/5 Rhonda G. 4 years ago on Google
    Super cute little bar. Drinks and popcorn. Simple menu but plenty of what you need for a hip little joint! Bartender was sweet and fun!

  • 4/5 libby b. 2 years ago on Google
    Fun local spot - friendly staff.

  • 5/5 Kyle J. 2 years ago on Google
    Such an amazing local find! A small neighborhood bar featuring wine and beer all on tap. The fabulous woman behind the bar might have been the highlight of our night. She was warm and welcoming. This is a great place for friends or a great date spot.

  • 5/5 Joe J. 1 year ago on Google
    The best. Love this place. 🔥 Bartenders 🔥 Patrons 🔥 Beverages 🔥 Venue 🔥 Everything 🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • 4/5 Janet K. 2 years ago on Google
    There really is no way to give this place a lower rating. I hosted an event there (in the Sidebar event space) yesterday afternoon (May 12) and couldn't have been happier. The service was great, the food was great, the wine was great...all of my guests commented on how cool it all was. Will most definitely be going back to this place again...and again...highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Grace D P. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    A great place to grab a drink- the atmosphere was top notch. Love you queens!


Call (646) 682-9062 Open on Google Maps

Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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