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NYC Drinks
The Tippler is one of NYC Drinks.

1. The Tippler

7.7
425 W 15th St (btwn 9th & 10th Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Chelsea · 252 tips and reviews
Two-Bit's Retro Arcade is one of NYC Drinks.

2. Two-Bit's Retro Arcade

153 Essex St (at Stanton St), New York, NY
Arcade · Lower East Side · 99 tips and reviews
Milk & Honey is one of NYC Drinks.

3. Milk & Honey

30 E 23rd St, New York, NY
Speakeasy · Flatiron District · 144 tips and reviews
Lovers of Today is one of NYC Drinks.

4. Lovers of Today

8.7
132 1/2 E 7th St (near Ave A), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 114 tips and reviews
Pouring Ribbons is one of NYC Drinks.

5. Pouring Ribbons

225 Avenue B Fl 2 (btwn 13th & 14th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 180 tips and reviews
Ten Degrees is one of NYC Drinks.

6. Ten Degrees

8.1
121 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st Ave & Avenue A), New York, NY
Wine Bar · East Village · 155 tips and reviews
Elsa is one of NYC Drinks.

7. Elsa

217 E 3rd St (btwn Aves. B & C), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 124 tips and reviews
Otto's Shrunken Head is one of NYC Drinks.

8. Otto's Shrunken Head

7.4
538 E 14th St (btwn Avenue A & B), New York, NY
Bar · Stuyvesant Town - Peter Cooper Village · 127 tips and reviews
Double Down Saloon is one of NYC Drinks.

9. Double Down Saloon

7.5
14 Avenue A (btwn E 1st & E 2nd St), New York, NY
Dive Bar · Alphabet City · 104 tips and reviews
Idle Hands Bar is one of NYC Drinks.

10. Idle Hands Bar

25 Avenue B (at E 3rd St.), New York, NY
Bar · Alphabet City · 86 tips and reviews
The Whiskey Ward is one of NYC Drinks.

11. The Whiskey Ward

121 Essex St (at Rivington St), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Lower East Side · 84 tips and reviews
Achilles Heel is one of NYC Drinks.

12. Achilles Heel

9.2
180 West St (at Green St), Brooklyn, NY
Cocktail Bar · Greenpoint · 85 tips and reviews
Woodwork is one of NYC Drinks.

13. Woodwork

583 Vanderbilt Ave (at Dean St), Brooklyn, NY
Sports Bar · Prospect Heights · 133 tips and reviews
Ace Bar is one of NYC Drinks.

14. Ace Bar

7.7
531 E 5th St (btwn Avenue A & B), New York, NY
Bar · Alphabet City · 151 tips and reviews

15. Union Hall

8.7
702 Union St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Karaoke Bar · North Slope · 171 tips and reviews

Mohit S.Mohit SantRam: Play Bocce

The Blind Tiger is one of NYC Drinks.

16. The Blind Tiger

8.8
281 Bleecker St (at Jones St), New York, NY
Beer Bar · West Village · 353 tips and reviews
Bierhaus NYC is one of NYC Drinks.

17. Bierhaus NYC

7.5
712 3rd Ave (45th St), New York, NY
German Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 158 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Just opened amazing and authentic German bierhaus. Try the Bierhaus Pretzel (Large) with hot mustard, the Weisswurst and a Hofbrau.

18. Birreria

7.8
200 5th Ave (at W 23rd St), New York, NY
Brewery · NoMad · 326 tips and reviews

Brew YorkBrew York: The beers - brewed here by Brooks Carretta - are named for famous Italian women. Try the Gina, an American Pale Ale brewed with thyme, or the Wanda, their dark English Mild brewed with chestnuts.

Beekman Beer Garden is one of NYC Drinks.

19. Beekman Beer Garden

89 South St (North side of Pier 17), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Financial District · 142 tips and reviews

AskMenAskMen: The waterfront property also has foos, pong, pool, and a life-size chess board. Of course, there's also plenty of craft beer and snacks like bratwurst and La Frieda burgers. Read more.

20. Henry's Roof Top Bar - @RSHotel

6.6
501 Lexington Ave (at E 47th St.), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Turtle Bay · 14 tips and reviews

Natalia Q.Natalia Quintero: Great spot for casual drinks and hot dogs. Gorgeous view of midtown east!

t.b.d. is one of NYC Drinks.

21. t.b.d.

224 Franklin St (at Green St), Brooklyn, NY
Beer Garden · Greenpoint · 59 tips and reviews
Lightship Frying Pan is one of NYC Drinks.

22. Lightship Frying Pan

8.6
205 12th Ave (at Pier 66 on W 26th St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Chelsea · 392 tips and reviews

Justin D.Justin Dickinson: Cool even on a hot day from the breeze coming off the water.

23. Crow's Nest

The East River btwn 29th & 32nd St (at The Water Club), New York, NY
Bar · Kips Bay · 14 tips and reviews

Katy Z.Katy Zack: Great rooftop bar on the river. Take a cab there or you'll get stuck trying to cross on the pedestrian foot bridges on 25 or 34th

24. Anable Basin Sailing Bar & Grill

9.0
4-40 44th Dr (East River & Vernon Blvd), Queens, NY
Bar · Hunters Point · 50 tips and reviews

David B.David Burch: The view alone is worth the trip!

25. Pier I Cafe

8.9
W 70th St (at Riverside Blvd), New York, NY
Café · Lincoln Square · 179 tips and reviews

NYC ParksNYC Parks: There is no better time to go than on a summer evening when you can sit on the water and enjoy a beer and great burger.

26. Ruby's Bar & Grill

6.8
1213 Boardwalk W (btwn Stillwell Ave & W 12th St), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Coney Island · 44 tips and reviews

Anthea P.Anthea Pena: Dive bar. Stereo pumps pure AM Gold, beers.

27. South Fin Grill

300 Father Capodanno Blvd (Sand Lane), Staten Island, NY
Steakhouse · South Beach · 17 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Spotty service doesn’t take away from the fantastic service and atmosphere. Try the Blackened Swordfish with the Sweet Potato Crab Hash.

28. Governors Beach Club

1 Carder Rd (Ferry Pier), New York, NY
Music Venue · Governors Island · 35 tips and reviews

Victoria G.Victoria Gonzalez: Beautiful skyline and great performances.

29. Harlem Tavern

7.5
2153 Frederick Douglass Blvd (at 116th St), New York, NY
Sports Bar · Central Harlem · 291 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Hit up this spankin' fresh uptown beer garden for burgers topped with smoked Gouda, pulled pork, bacon, and crispy onions, plates of cedar-grilled salmon, a craft beer-focused booze program. Read more.

The Growler Bites & Brews is one of NYC Drinks.

30. The Growler Bites & Brews

55 Stone St (at Mill Ln), New York, NY
Bar · Financial District · 101 tips and reviews

Tony X.Tony Xerri: Here's the deal. You need to try the corn dogs, bone marrow, and the Berkshire Pork Sandwich because they will make your night. Follow it with the Jacks Dead Rabbit Punch and leave with a smile.

Loreley Beer Garden is one of NYC Drinks.

31. Loreley Beer Garden

7.9
7 Rivington St (btwn Bowery & Chrystie St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Lower East Side · 192 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Beer gardens are better than real gardens. Booze here while snacking on the pretzels, which're stuffed-and-covered with a mix of Gruyere and Parm. Read more.

32. d.b.a.

8.0
41 1st Ave (btwn E 2nd & E 3rd St), New York, NY
Bar · East Village · 215 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: If whiskey is your drink, then this is your place. Gets crowded on the weekends. Visit during the week and bring your dog.

33. Terroir at The Porch

The High Line (above 15th St. & 10th Ave.), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Chelsea · 46 tips and reviews
Juban is one of NYC Drinks.

34. Juban

7.8
207 10th Ave (Between 22nd and 23rd), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Chelsea · 118 tips and reviews

naveennaveen: put your name on a bottle of kappa no (a sweet potato shochu) and have them keep it behind the bar for future visits. drink on the rocks when you're in the 'hood with a friend (good for three months;

35. Sakamai

157 Ludlow St (at Stanton St), New York, NY
Sake Bar · Lower East Side · 73 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: A long and interesting sake menu with craft cocktails and smart, intricate small plates far beyond usual bar grub.

36. Sake Bar Hagi

152 W 49th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Japanese Restaurant · Theater District · 181 tips and reviews

naveennaveen: I love this izakaya. Just when you thought there was no cool place to eat in this 'hood. Go downstairs, grab a table in the nook or the bar (only two spots I like) and try everything on the menu

Shigure is one of NYC Drinks.

37. Shigure

277 Church St (at White St), New York, NY
Sake Bar · Tribeca · 37 tips and reviews

7th.List7th.List: New. Sake bar also serving small-plates(http://goo.gl/hjStn) menu that includes grilled black cod marinated with sake lees, and rice balls with lotus root Read more.

Le Bain is one of NYC Drinks.

38. Le Bain

8.9
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Meatpacking District · 347 tips and reviews

Concert Ticket AgencyConcert Ticket Agency: Um, HELLO? what could be better than a rooftop bar with amazing dj's, a pool packed w/scantily clad beautiful people, and CREPES!!??

Berry Park is one of NYC Drinks.

39. Berry Park

8.2
4 Berry St (at N 14th St), Brooklyn, NY
Beer Garden · Williamsburg · 293 tips and reviews

Major League SoccerMajor League Soccer: A true soccer bar located in Brooklyn, Berry Park has a great atmosphere. It is an official pub of the NY Red Bulls and MLS!

40. Sky Room

6.9
330 W 40th St (btwn 8th & 9th Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Garment District · 170 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Highest rooftop bar in Manhattan, without the sky high prices. Happy hour includes $5 beers and $7 wine and well drinks. Elevated views of Times Square, but all the other landmarks are obscured from

41. VU Bar NYC

17 W 32nd St (rooftop) (btwn 5th And 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Bar · Koreatown · 54 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The perfect rooftop escape that is still manages to be a well-kept secret. On the 14th floor of the La Quinta hotel serving outdoor drinks and views of the Empire State Building.

42. La Piscine at Hôtel Americano

6.9
518 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Chelsea · 22 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The rooftop is over the top sexy, full of model types and serves really potent drinks. It’s a bit snobby and the “pool” is laughable and we’ll be coming back!

Gramercy Park Hotel is one of NYC Drinks.

43. Gramercy Park Hotel

2 Lexington Ave (at E 21st St), New York, NY
Hotel · Gramercy Park · 71 tips and reviews

7th.List7th.List: Revamped. Retractable roof 17 stories above the city. Sky–view breakfast, power brunch or lunch. American food: seasonal produce and regionally-sourced meats and fish Read more.

The Beagle is one of NYC Drinks.

44. The Beagle

162 Avenue A (at E 10th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 65 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We always learn a trick or two from the friendly bartenders who are more than happy to share! Be brave and try the Commando Cocktail. Go sweeter with the Sherry Cobbler!

45. Blind Barber

7.7
339 E 10th St (btwn Avenue A & B), New York, NY
Speakeasy · Alphabet City · 199 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: This spot takes the drinks-and-a-cut concept to the next level, w/ a 2-seat barber shop up front & behind a sliding door, a cocktail lounge decked w/ leather-cushioned wooden booths & old-school sofas Read more.

Angel’s Share is one of NYC Drinks.

46. Angel’s Share

8 Stuyvesant St (at E 9th St & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Speakeasy · East Village · 491 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Go through the Japanese restaurant and to the unmarked door that faces you as you get to the hostess stand. No parties more than 4. The specialty cocktails are impressive here.

47. MONO+MONO

8.5
116 E 4th St (at 1st Ave), New York, NY
Wings Joint · East Village · 115 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Come here for the Jazz music and the Mono+Mono Chicken…hot & spicy! Try the Snow White Yogurt Soju and a Hitachino Red Rice Beer!

Amor y Amargo is one of NYC Drinks.

48. Amor y Amargo

9.0
443 E 6th St (at Avenue A), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · East Village · 205 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the house gin and tonic, a complex cocktail with little in common with your garden-variety G&T. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.

Death & Co. is one of NYC Drinks.

49. Death & Co.

8.9
433 E 6th St (btwn 1st Ave & Ave A), New York, NY
Speakeasy · East Village · 395 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Try the Sweet Hereafter. Swapping in pisco for gin, barkeep Joachim Simo takes the straightlaced martini for a sultry Latin American spin. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.

The Summit Bar & Cafe is one of NYC Drinks.

50. The Summit Bar & Cafe

8.6
133 Avenue C (btwn E 8th & E 9th St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Alphabet City · 204 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Cozy and sexy atmosphere with crazy inventive cocktails - “Grama ‘S Coming To Town” explodes in your mouth.

51. Burp Castle

7.8
41 E 7th St (btwn 2nd Ave & Cooper Sq), New York, NY
Pub · East Village · 123 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays, go to happy hour and get free fries (and dipping sauces) from nearby Pommes Frites. Read more.

200 Orchard is one of NYC Drinks.

52. 200 Orchard

200 Orchard St (at E Houston St), New York, NY
Bar · Lower East Side · 43 tips and reviews
Jules Bistro is one of NYC Drinks.

53. Jules Bistro

65 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave.), New York, NY
French Restaurant · East Village · 103 tips and reviews

William J.William Johnson: Just beer wine and sake licence but well executed. Nice cozy place. If you're calling for a table, make sure you request one upfront, where performances are, not in the back.

PDT (Please Don't Tell) is one of NYC Drinks.

54. PDT (Please Don't Tell)

8.5
113 Saint Marks Pl (btwn 1st Ave & Avenue A), New York, NY
Speakeasy · East Village · 439 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Order a Sixth Street cocktail, which calls on the complex spices used at the Indian restaurants lining E 6th St. It’s one of our #100best dishes and drinks of 2011. Read more.

Ace Hotel Lobby Bar is one of NYC Drinks.

55. Ace Hotel Lobby Bar

8.7
16 W 29th St (btwn Broadway & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · NoMad · 236 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: You'll need a nap after the Breslin Burger, a griddled LaFrieda patty covered with a blanket of assertive, mature English cheddar & topped off with supple slabs of house-cured Berkshire pork belly. Read more.

Red Hook Winery is one of NYC Drinks.

56. Red Hook Winery

9.1
175 Van Dyke St (Pier 41 Suite 325A), Brooklyn, NY
Wine Bar · Red Hook · 28 tips and reviews

Alex R.Alex Rainert: Brooklyn has its very own winery?! These guys are right on the beautiful Red Hook pier, offer tastings on the weekends and even have a killer wine club where they send you 12 special bottles a year.

57. Petite Abeille

44 W 17th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Belgian Restaurant · Union Square · 193 tips and reviews