Plaza Lounge
Neighborhood: Queens/Long Island City

2902 30th Ave
Astoria, NY 11102

Tim L. writes: Just foot steps away from the 30th Ave subway station, this place is great for a nice lazy sunny day. There's plenty of sidewalk seating for relaxing with a sandwich and a drink.

The drinks are very tasty and reasonably priced.  The extensive mojito…

Caprice
Neighborhood: Queens/Long Island City

3108 Astoria Boulevard
Astoria, NY 11102

Erifili K. writes: caprice is just another bar to go to when you frequent the greek scene in astoria and you wanna hear some greek music mixed in. i wish the greek spots could stay mostly greek because when they dont they play less and less greek music, and there are…

Sugar Bar & Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Civic Center

311 Church St
New York, NY 10013

Sonia C. writes: It's an alright place that gets very crowded on weekends.  I like that it has fancy drinks with flowers and crap like that floating in them.  However, don't bother ordering them because someone's ponytail will likely be dipped into it or it'll be…

Jakes Saloon
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen

875 10th Ave
New York, NY 10019

Justin V. writes: I thought this place was pretty cool. Had a nice steak at around midnight this past Sunday, alone in the bar except for the staff and two clearly drunk regulars that seemed to be failing (again) in their romantic pursuit of the bartendress. She's…

Social Bar Grill & Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan/Theater District

795 8th Avenue
New York, NY 10019

Sara R. writes: Fairly good tap selection.
Slightly bitchy female waitstaff.
Mediocre food (tried the buffalo wings, potato skins, and nachos).
4 HD TVs
Large space (lots of stairs and levels and sublevels to explore).
Somewhat handsome decor (dark but clean).
Not too…

Candle Bar
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper West Side

309 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10023

Diana B. writes: On the site of the former Leather Loft, this is the one "out" gay bar in this nabe.

Odea
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

389 Broome Street
New York, NY 10013

Lori M. writes: Great place to throw a party.  Cool space with good munchies.

Town Tavern
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Greenwich Village

134 West 3rd Street
New York, NY 10012

Adam S. writes: Guitar Hero parties on Tuesday nights.  Enough said....

...but I guess I will say some more anyway.  So, the entire upstairs is devoted to rocking out on plastic guitars.  There are $5 Coors Light pitchers, and they supply you with crazy wigs to…

Funhouse
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - South Side

160 North 4th Street
between Bedford and Driggs
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Andrea D. writes: A low-key bar/haven in the midst of hipsterdom, I love the huge hand-made wood counter, the nature videos projected on six walls, the scary skeleton sculpture and the free jukebox. I used to love it more before they fired and rehired the entire…

Rink Bar
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Midtown East

Rockefeller Center
5th Avenue
New York, NY 10017

Irene F. writes: Woah, I was quite pleasantly surprised by this spot. Went to meet coworkers for happy hour after watching world cup rugby game at Tonic, so I'd eaten and had a few drinks already. The calamari looked very tempting, however!

Good drinks, and it is…

The Blue Mill Tavern
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

50 Commerce Street
New York, NY 10014

Lija H. writes: cozy retro place off in a nook and cranny of the west village.  the location alone, tucked away from the bustling village makes you feel like you've found this secret gem in nyc.  super friendly service and good food.  the beet salad was delish and…

Nell's
Neighborhood: Manhattan/TriBeCa

145 W Broadway Frnt
New York, NY 10013

Craig M. writes: Nell's is a pretty decent place, although the bathrooms are not very good for doing cocaine in.

Cafe Iguana
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District

240 W 54th St
New York, NY 10019

Rose F. writes: I'm sure the restaurant at Iguana's is great and all but I''ve never stopped in it long enough to appreciate the food.  I've always headed for the nightclub down below.

Iguana's nightclub is small, it gets crowded and it's perfect if you just wanna…

P J Brady Tavern
Neighborhood: Bronx/Schuylerville

3201 Philip Ave
Bronx, NY 10465

Richard P. writes: PJ's- remember the old college bars? That's P.J.'s. Wings, beer, even shepherds pie. Bar on one side, a place to sit and eat on the other. Nothing's expensive, food stops the hunger. On my list of places to go for a quick dinner.

Flow
Neighborhood: Manhattan/SoHo

150 Varick St Lbby
Canal Street, NY 10013

V G. writes: the djs were having trouble with the speakers so the dancing stopped for about 20 min and we got no apologies for it.  terrible. and it was dirty.

The Trash Bar
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Williamsburg - South Side

256 Grand St
Brooklyn, NY 11211

Nadja M. writes: My boyfriend avoids this place like the plague because, well he's a pussy and buys his sweaters at Brooks Brothers.

I say this because if you buy sweaters at Brooks Brothers, are a-scured of dirty hipsters, and eventually get talked into going into…

Mo's Caribbean Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Upper East Side

1454 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10021

Nish N. writes: I used to dread going here, mostly because of the UES post-fraternity atmoshphere. If you get past that, the food is actually pretty decent. Be a "jerk" and check it out on a quieter evening but on the look-out for men in ties looking to get lit!

Nacho's Kitchen
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Morningside Heights

2893 Broadway
New York, NY 10025

Jeff K. writes: This is a good place for happy hour -- good tap specials, free chips, and killer nachos.  That's really the only reason I go to this place -- beer and nachos.  

Yes, they have more of a menu than just nachos, but from what I could suss out from the…

Oe Restaurant Bar Lounge
Neighborhood: Queens/Long Island City

3216 Steinway Street
Astoria, NY 11103

Chelsea J. writes: I was at this place back in September for my roommate's birthday, and keep meaning to Yelp it, but never remember the name of it. The other day, I took a picture of the front with my phone just so I could be sure that I would correctly know who to…

Heights Cafe
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Brooklyn Heights

84 Montague St
Brooklyn, NY 11201

bO w. writes: Go to Heights Cafe for brunch if you want:

1. outdoor seating +1
2. attentive service +1
3. reasonable price +1
4. fresh OJ mixed with tap water -1
5. granola with yogurt and spoiled fruits -1

Stan's Sports Bar
Neighborhood: Bronx/Concourse Village

836 River Ave
Bronx, NY 10451

Stephanie G. writes: I dig Stan's. We have a ticket package and try to stop by for a drink before or after every game (or during if the game is sucking horribly). Drinks aren't too expensive, you always meet cool people and it's easy to have a good time there. The food…

Harry Bolands Pub
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Gowanus

297 9th St
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Daisy Y. writes: To most this is just another Irish Bar, but to me I have to say it is the one bar where I feel safe. I could go in during the middle of the day and have a pint by myself, or kick it on the weekend with friends and have a total total blast. Some of…

Prime Time Family Entertainment Center
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Gravesend

1610 E. 19th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11229

diana m. writes: This place has been closed for several years.

Nono
Neighborhood: Queens/Bayside

4223 Bell Blvd
Bayside, NY 11361

Frank G. writes: Stephanie L must be an alcoholic....

I've been there many times since it's opening 5 years ago... the service is terrific, especially Tuesday and Wednesday and Friday and Saturday nights.... It's very well decorated as a chic Soho style lounge.

Give…

Scenic
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

25 Avenue B
New York, NY 10009

Paula H. writes: I'm not in LOVE with this place, but out of the rash of new biggish small live music venues on the lower east side (Sine, Rothko, Delancey and this place), it's the one I dislike the least.  I've seen a couple of good shows here down in the basement…

Second Nature
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

221 2nd Avenue
New York, NY 10003

Ross D. writes: Again my experience here was different in that the entire bar was rented out for a friend's birthday. Inside the bar runs lengthwise along the right wall, with a couple of flat-panels airing various games. On the left there was some wall seating and…

Joe's Bar
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

520 E. 6th Street
Between Avenues A & B
New York, NY 10003

Pete r. writes: In terms of great dive bars, it's one of the best. Jukebox has a solid mix of country and old rock. The drinks are cheap ($3-7), and there's a pool table. The only draw back is no kitchen to satisfy late night cravings.

In terms of clientele, its…

Times Square Brewery
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District, Manhattan/Fashion District

210 W. 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036

Alex S. writes: I've actually never eaten here, but I have seen their incredibly expensive menu. That is of no surprise since this brewery is literally in the thick of Times Square, which makes it a tourist trap in some sad way. Their beer on the other hand is…

The Lemon
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

230 Park Avenue S.
New York, NY 10003

Mahua C. writes: You know that friend of friend who's nice enough but you just don't like her? She just seems to be trying to hard? You feel awkward and embarrassed for her after just a couple minutes? That's Lemon.

Trying.Way.Too.Hard. Lemon really wants to be a cool…

Mixx Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/West Village

84 7th Avenue South
New York, NY 10014

Nicolas H. writes: The only reason that we came to this little place was because I was meeting my friend/ex since I haven't seen him in forever.

Well, first...it was like 2am after New Year's and they were saying it was $15 for cover. I will say I did not pay that. I…

Continental
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

25 3rd Ave
New York, NY 10003

Tom C. writes: This place has a special of 5 shots for $10. Are you kidding me?99.85% of people refer to this as: The best deal ever in the history of the world.

I refer to it simply as death.

Was this place cool? Who knows.

Did the interior design look like it was…

Mannahatta
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

316 Bowery St
New York, NY 10012

Michael F. writes: I have to give some props to Mannahatta.  To be fair, I've never been there on a Friday or Saturday night, but they've always been good to me...

My scuba diving club holds our monthly happy hours at Mannahatta, and the management and staff have been…

Angry Wade's
Neighborhood: Brooklyn/Gowanus, Brooklyn/Cobble Hill

224 Smith St
Brooklyn, NY 11231

Matt A. writes: If you're looking for a crowded, no frills local sports bar this is it.  Don't be surprised if you see a few Bugaboo baby strollers or even a dog perched up on the stool next to you.  Some may find this offensive.  I personally don't mind.   After…

Underbar
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron, Manhattan/Union Square

201 Park Ave South
At W New York - Union Square Hotel
New York, NY 10003

Colin B. writes: What am I supposed to do with you? You're good to me on weeknights and I enjoy you with a date. The couples I've seen dry humping on your couches are highly entertaining.

But. . . .on weekends?  I need a flashlight and tazer to move around. Your…

Water Lounge
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Little Italy

54 Spring St
New York, NY 10012

David S. writes: I went to Waterlounge (or Sui, as I just found out it is also called) for a private event with a bunch of people: we had the front part of the place, where the bar is located, to ourselves. I thought the bar had a pretty cool feel and atmosphere, and…

Duvet
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Gramercy-Flatiron

45 West 21 Street
New York, NY 10010

Joolie T. writes: *sigh.
why people want to lay on a bed and drink at a club is beyond me. the florescent neon lights really take a toll on your eyes. i've been here before a few times. nothing memorable. the VIP line means: i rsvp'd online. OK lame! what people don't…

Times Square
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Theater District, Manhattan/Fashion District

Broadway and 42nd St
New York, NY 10036

Heather H. writes: I love Times Square.  I cannot tell a lie, I find some kind of Zen happiness while walking through Times Square, especially when I'm down in the subway station.

I think this love comes from being in the epicenter of Manhattan.  I'm not going to say…

Opus 22
Neighborhood: Manhattan/Chelsea

559 W 22nd Street
New York, NY 10011

- -. writes: this is a great bar to go to if you like to go somewhere low key and not divey...or perhaps to catch up with some friends...they tend to make the drinks pretty stiff here, so watch out!  because next thing you know, you might be passed out on the…

Kelly's of New York City
Neighborhood: Manhattan/East Village

12 Ave A
New York, NY 10009

Ross I. writes: J.P. Warde's is a regular "Irish pub" (one of those average, nice-looking bars with a miniature Irish flag in the corner or some other trinket to lend it a hint of authenticity).  Drinks are medium priced and service is alright.  2-for-1 happy hour…