Hidden gems - Cocktail bars in New York, United States not to miss (Updated December, 2023)

Hidden gems: Cocktail bars in New York

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in New York. This list contains 57 places from Cocktail bar category.

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Cocktail bar

👍👍 A wonderful rooftop lounge at the top of the Artezen Hotel! Amazing food, great drinks, and a terrific view, what's not to love about it!

5.00 (20 reviews)

Kissa Kissa

Cocktail bar

5.00 (15 reviews)

Vine Bar

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Strong, balanced and delicious cocktails at a good price point! Recommend the Rouge Apples (cocktail). Chill place with good music and nice waiters. Had a good time and cannot wait to be back :)

4.90 (134 reviews)

Cafe Skye

Bar

4.90 (116 reviews)

Here Bk

Coffee shop

👍👍 Extremely good coffee, with ample space to chill, study, or work, inside and outside - rarely do I find a coffee shop that has actually good coffee AND a great space. Cold brew tastes fresh, espresso is professionally made. The vibe here is awesome and honest. Great job Here bk. Y’all have created a...

4.90 (54 reviews)

MAD Bar and Lounge

Cocktail bar

👍👍 BEST COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE IN NYC What a night, Phil and José are the two best host I’ve ever met ! You just have to sit and enjoy being in their skilled hands. They master the Classic wish a little touch of their own soul : Ask José for a Peanut Butter Expresso Martini Ask Phil for a Transfusion by...

4.90 (50 reviews)

Un Posto Italiano

Cafe

4.80 (145 reviews)

Plein Air

Restaurant

😠 Ive eaten here a few times and the food is fine , very simple concept thats executed fairly well. the atmosphere is so intense and unbearable. ive seen the chef yell at staff during the middle of service in a very confined space multiple times. staff seems generally anxious and the middle aged woman...

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4.80 (124 reviews)

Hi-Note

Bar

😐 Had a less than stellar experience on a Sunday afternoon. Came by for a couple of drinks. The service was extremelyyyyy slow. The bartender did say that she was the morning barista so I think they were understaffed. She was really friendly and handled feedback well. My seasonal espresso martini was...

4.80 (108 reviews)

Witching Hour

Cocktail bar

👍👍 A real jewel! We were there during happy hour, prices more than fair especially compared to Manhattan. We tried all tacos and all were fantastic (the beef ones a little superior than the others). Try the hot sauce! Cocktails also very good! Unfortunately, we discovered this place on our last evening...

4.80 (91 reviews)

Bar Calico

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Cozy bar on the third floor of Freehand. Stylist decor and spacious. Bartender is great, drinks (cocktails are solid). Less scene-y than the rooftop bar. The hostess isn't always there though and the signs are not obvious and there's lots of people who show up confused on where to be.

4.80 (47 reviews)

Ways and Means

American restaurant

👍👍 Very quaint little spot in the Village. The food was delicious. No lie. Seriously the food is crazy good. I ordered the steak quesadilla and my wife ordered the Chicken Alfredo and a side of fries and some fried calamari. The steak quesadilla was full with great seasoned chunks of steak. It came wit...

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4.80 (26 reviews)

The Pool

Event venue

Plush setting for high-end cocktails & bar bites overlooking a landmark dining room.

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4.70 (126 reviews)

Madame George

Cocktail bar

👍👍 HUSH! This Midtown Speakeasy is SO good it almost makes you feel like it’s illegal. The mood is dark, candlelit, refined, upscale and sexy. The music and vibe…sultry. A great spot to impress a date, especially New Yorkers as the Cocktail menu nods respectfully to our beloved city. The cocktails are...

4.70 (124 reviews)

The Gatehouses

Bar

Tasting room at Kings County Distillery for whiskeys & cocktails, plus morning coffee & light fare.

$$ $$

4.70 (119 reviews)

Drinkology NYC

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Love this place! We were visiting town for a High School reunion and we met here for a couple of drinks. Our bartender, Alexa, she is AMAZING!!!! We had a blast, and had the best Bourbon Old Fashioned ever! Drinkology will be a must-go stop next time I'm in NYC.

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4.70 (111 reviews)

Sleepwalk

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Came here at around 6pm on a weekday and loved it. Very Gothic design with a lot of black, red, and gold which would probably hit even harder late at night, but I was still really into it in the daylight. Great cocktails and decent beer selection. I will definitely come back, especially to check out...

4.70 (90 reviews)

South Soho Bar

Cocktail bar

👍👍 Unexpectedly nice cocktail bar in Chinatown / Tribeca! Pretty neat design and interior. Staff super friendly. And delicious cocktails. Atmosphere 9/10 Drinks 9.5/10 Manhattan and classic Negroni were my favorites Service 8/10 Order took a bit long Price 5/10 Mid. $19 per drink

4.70 (85 reviews)

Botanica at Widow Jane

Cocktail bar

$$ $$

4.70 (83 reviews)

ruth

Cocktail bar

4.70 (54 reviews)

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Hidden gems: Cocktail bars in New York, United States