Bars in New York
72 spots across 14 neighborhoods, curated by locals.
New York after dark is best navigated with local intel. These 72 bars and drinking spots across 14 neighborhoods are where the city actually goes — hidden cocktail rooms, natural wine bars, and neighborhood institutions, all rated 4.6★ on average by people who've stood at the bar.
Begin your evening in Long Island City and drift toward Red Hook as the night goes on. Bar Enzo is the crowd favorite — arrive early or expect a wait.
All 72 bars spots in New York — open them in the free iOS app for live distances and directions.
Bar Enzo
Side Hustle
The Infamous
Veronica's Bar
The Beast Next Door
The Greats of Craft LIC
On The 7 - Where Manhattan Meets LIC
Dutch Kills
DK PubLIC
929
Bar Mario
Docky’s
Wraptor Restaurant Bar
Van Brunt Stillhouse
Sunny's
Jalopy Tavern
Botanica at Widow Jane
Pitt's
Goog Thai Cook Shop
Hoek Pizza
Keg & Lantern Red Hook
Brooklyn Ice House
The Good Fork Pub
The Red Hook Winery
Jamit Bistro
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Juke Bar
Phil’s
Danger Danger
Orion Bar
Dive Bar BK
Filthy Diamond
Left Hand Path
Echo Bravo
Merv’s Bar
Birdy's
The Cobra Club
Pearl's Social & Billy Club
Hart Bar
Old Stanley's Bar
Lovejoys
Fine Time
The Little Whiskey
Other
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best bars in New York?
Polomaps has curated 72 bars spots in New York, rated 3.5+ stars by real visitors. Top picks include Bar Enzo, Bar Mario, Juke Bar. All recommendations come from locals, with tourist traps filtered out.
Which neighborhoods in New York have the best bars?
The best neighborhoods for bars in New York include Long Island City, Red Hook, Bushwick, East Village. Each has its own character and local favorites — this guide groups every spot by neighborhood so you can explore one area at a time.
How can I find these bars spots near me in New York?
Download the free Polomaps iOS app to see every spot in this guide on a live map around you, get walking distances, and save your favorites. You can also search anything specific — the app finds local, well-rated places for any craving, in New York or anywhere else.
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