Top rated Bars and Pubs in New York, United States to elevate your visit (Updated December, 2023)

Top rated Bars and Pubs in New York

Experience the best that New York has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 1.1K places from Bars and Pubs category.

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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)

Barb’s

Bar

😠 while sitting outside after the bar back cleared our table, he asked us, the only table with people of color, to leave since our drinks were done. there was no one waiting to be seated and no other people were asked to go despite having no drinks on their table. when confronted, he was defensive and...

4.90 (94 reviews)

Tatanka's Tincture Bar

Cafe

👍👍 Always great vibes when I come here. The bartender is phenomenal and the food. Laaaaaawwwd! I met here with a bunch of friends for a birthday get together and they made everything special. Also accommodating a really hot guy at the bar that I just couldn’t keep my eyes off of. (I hope he sees this)...

$$ $$

4.90 (84 reviews)

The York

Pub

👍👍 This. THIS. This is what the East Village needs more of. Comfy vibes, amazing staff, cheap eats that don't sacrifice quality - and stiff drinks at a reasonable price. Vegetarian friendly too, which is rare for a smash burger menu. The perfect place to begin your night, to end it, or anytime in betwe...

4.90 (77 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)

Freak Bar

Bar

👍👍 Must visit place. For Coney island to do list, beach, Luna Park, board walk and freak bar. My classic.... also I feel freak bar have all the coney island of souls. Something magically, just visit to bar and have 🍻, you will have feeling better...

4.90 (41 reviews)

Bordeaux Steakhouse

Steak house

Upscale kosher steakhouse offering modern New American fare & cocktails in intimate surrounds.

$$$ $

4.80 (1.5K reviews)

Duff's

Bar

South Williamsburg heavy-metal bar, with horror/biker memorabilia & a unique jukebox.

$ $$$

4.80 (884 reviews)

IV Purpose

Restaurant

Lively sports bar offering comfort food, cocktails & happy hours, plus weekend brunch.

$$ $$

4.80 (775 reviews)

Sunny's

Bar

Knickknack-adorned Red Hook saloon that's been around in one guise or another since the 1890s.

$ $$$

4.80 (686 reviews)

Barely Disfigured

Cocktail bar

Low-lit lounge featuring craft cocktails amid bordello-inspired decor in a one-time massage parlor.

4.80 (592 reviews)

BierWax

Bar

Cool hangout featuring select craft beers on tap, plus 5,000 vinyl records & a lineup of DJs.

$$ $$

4.80 (450 reviews)

Hartley's

Irish pub

Warm, cozy gathering place serving Irish comfort food with an American twist & local craft beers.

$$ $$

4.80 (315 reviews)

Copper & Oak

Bar

Serves hundreds of whiskeys & other liquors in a lean space with stand-up & sit-down bars.

$$$ $

4.80 (305 reviews)

Bar Bayeux

Cocktail bar

Wine, draft beer & cocktails, plus sloppy Joes in an old-fashioned haunt offering live jazz music.

$$ $$

4.80 (194 reviews)

Minnie's Bar

Bar

👍👍 Great decor and drink selection with a lot of outdoor space. They serve pizza from Table 87 and appear to have a nice kitchen in the back for future pop-ups. Henry the owner was very nice and welcoming when I went with my girlfriend. The area has been in need a spot like this.

4.80 (191 reviews)

Pubkey

Pub

👍👍 Great west village NYC classic bar. Burger is top 5 in city no question. Cocktails are spot on and affordable. Staff rocks and the vibes are great here. Cool under-the-radar spot. Go visit.

4.80 (160 reviews)

Gadfly Bar

Bar

👍👍 This spot is exactly what I’ve been looking for in the area. Great drinks, amazing pretzels (like literally end up getting one every time), and ideal vibe. Bartenders are super nice and the bar has a neighborhood feel which is hard to find in the city. Looking forward to many more pretzels. (Also...

4.80 (151 reviews)

Doc Hennigans

Bar

👍👍 Nice bar for locals with live music.

$ $$$

4.80 (130 reviews)

Travel Bar

Bar

Clever cocktails, a huge whiskey & spirits selection & small plates in a narrow, laid-back space.

$$ $$

4.80 (107 reviews)

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Top rated Bars and Pubs in New York, United States