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Beer Culture

Beer Culture

Beer Bar and Beer Store$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
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    Isaac R.
    "Great beer selection (obviously) and the Chicago brat was excellent!"(33 Tips)
    Honghui Y.
    "Come here for their obscure craft beers and the chill vibes"(18 Tips)
    Tian X.
    "Cozy and clean bar with a really friendly and helpful staff that."(13 Tips)
    John P.
    "Great place to dive into to escape the autumnal chill!"(11 Tips)
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  • Jason F.
    Jason FrySeptember 1, 2015
    Is there such a thing as a craft-beer bar where people are low-key instead of pretentious and will help you find something you like? Yes there is, and you've found it. Enjoy.
  • Ben G.heart icon on user image
    Ben GaspariniJune 14, 2015
    Great beer selection, choose your own from the fridge for reasonable prices. Service could use some work especially since you basically serve yourself. Don't expect to hear sports games, music only.
  • The Wall Street Journal
    The Wall Street JournalSeptember 30, 2013
    Owner Matthew Gebhard offers local beers like Barrier Evil Giant and Radiant Pig Junior IPA. The food menu features paninis, meat and cheese plates and a soft pretzel. Read more
  • Jacob F.
    Jacob FordSeptember 1, 2023
    Sounds like some punchcutter “brewery” in an Up & Coming Town, but actually a nice chill cozy regular-filled spot, with one pinball machine tucked in the back.
    Upvoted Sep 8
  • Dan G.heart icon on user image
    Dan GoodwinJanuary 18, 2015
    Great place. Laid back. Lots of beer choices. Grab a beer from the fridge/coolers and pay at the bar. Perfect.
  • E D.heart icon on user image
    E DwardFebruary 14, 2016
    One of a few non-douchey bars in this area. Great beer, elevated bar food that you won't hate yourself for eating, and genuinely chill staff. Would be a real gem in any neighborhood.
  • Joanne F.heart icon on user image
    Joanne FinkJanuary 13, 2017
    Great atmosphere, cozy on a cold day, formidable selection of beers, friendly bar tender. Nice selection of bites! Can't wait for a return trip!
  • Brian M.
    Brian McGDecember 18, 2021
    Been here 10+ times
    A bit tucked away off busy 8th Ave (and next to a strip club), but solid craft beers on tap and even better in cans to go. Lots of NYC breweries to select from.
    Upvoted Sep 5
  • Jinnie L.
    Jinnie LOctober 13, 2014
    I don't drink beer much, I'm more of cocktails/vodka person but I love this beer place :) great craft beers in the fridge! Cool place to hang with guy friends ;)
  • Adam S.heart icon on user image
    Adam SchuitSeptember 24, 2015
    Truly a hidden gem in Hells Kitchen! Awesome beers and good food. The space is a little too small and loud but it's a cozy craft beer bar.
  • Jack O.
    Jack OsborneOctober 1, 2018
    If you're indecisive set the time on your phone to five minutes because otherwise you're never going to choose anything. There's so much choice here!
    Upvoted Aug 28
  • Will P.heart icon on user image
    Will PickensMarch 24, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    An amazing rotating draft list and fridges with some favorites and newbies. Don't miss "grandpa's fridge". I love this place!
  • Michelle S.
    Michelle StanglFebruary 19, 2014
    Bartender was super nice. Place had a turntable and played records for music. Loved that old school flair. Food smelled good but i didn't order. Try two different flights to try variety of beers.
  • Ana P.heart icon on user image
    Ana PrinceAugust 13, 2023
    Like beer is good - excellent neighborhood craft beer bar
    Upvoted Sep 5
  • Alfredo S.heart icon on user image
    Alfredo SierraFebruary 2, 2016
    The place is great, intimate, good music. Blonde beer selection isn't extensive and $10 for a draft is insane for this place. Two beers + cheese nachos and total was $32, ridiculous for this place!
  • Brew York
    Brew YorkOctober 23, 2013
    On a quiet residential block steps from Midtown is this beer bar and shop, featuring 12 taps, a cask engine, countless bottles, and a "grandpa fridge" stocked with cans of old-school regional lagers.
  • Michelle S.heart icon on user image
    Michelle ShafferMay 12, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    By far my favorite bar in NYC - fantastic beer selection, knowledgeable staff and great chill atmosphere that can be hard to come by in Manhattan.
  • Tian X.heart icon on user image
    Tian XieJune 20, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Cozy and clean bar with a really friendly and helpful staff that. Smells much better than pony bar!
  • Steve O.
    Steve O'NeillApril 13, 2014
    Good rotational beers if you are in to trying out different types of beer. Pick your own flight is a nice touch too. Small place never too crowded.
  • Racky R.
    Racky RossDecember 9, 2014
    Such a great surprise. A pub for locals a few blocks away from times square! Great selection of local beers and warm atmosphere.
  • Viljami A.
    Viljami AittomäkiNovember 22, 2017
    Cozy beer bar with a nice selection only a few blocks away from Times Square. Recommended If you happen to like beer!
  • Chee Yi O.heart icon on user image
    Chee Yi OngApril 5, 2016
    Great environment and the bartender was super friendly, she pointed out some good local beers that I tried out and they were awesome!
  • Johannes S.heart icon on user image
    Johannes SteudleFebruary 10, 2017
    Nice selection of beers! Local beers as well as Belgian and German beers 😊👍
  • Chris S.heart icon on user image
    Chris SteeleNovember 10, 2014
    A beery, cozy oasis that somehow exists apart from the surrounding madness of the Theater District. The flights on the menu reward the curious.
  • Andres P.heart icon on user image
    Andres PachonApril 8, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Ole smokey hits the spot with a fresh beer on tap...try the meatballs...don't be afraid to ask the knowledgable staff for beer bottle recommendations...
  • Sean M.heart icon on user image
    Sean MolinDecember 26, 2014
    Wonderful atmosphere and moderately priced. Good local crowd off the beaten path of Times Square.
  • Alyssa V.heart icon on user image
    Alyssa VansickelMarch 16, 2015
    Best craft beer selection in all of midtown. Go here if you want bottles to home or just a small bar to hang out in.
  • Joe P.
    Joe PJanuary 19, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    My goto spot for beers after work. So many great craft selections and place doesnt have a midtown corporate feeling. Good for dates and never too crowded. Food is kind of meh though.
  • Karenheart icon on user image
    KarenAugust 12, 2023
    Lots of locals and loyal customers. Very comfy feel to the bar.
    Upvoted Sep 5
  • Daniela G.heart icon on user image
    Daniela GilsdorfFebruary 8, 2016
    The first place I stop by when I'm in town! Great selection of beer and the friendliest staff and guests ever!!
  • Daniel W.heart icon on user image
    Daniel WApril 26, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing beer selection. They have single cut, cigar city, dogfish. All the greats.
  • Pratt
    PrattMay 27, 2014
    Great place full of a great selection of great beer. Love it. No fruit, so don't even ask for an orange in your Hefe.
  • Bruno C.heart icon on user image
    Bruno CarboneAugust 5, 2015
    Good choice of taps, little too noisy, excellent variety of bottled beers. Price is just about right for hells kitchen.
  • Rebecca D.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca DemiApril 27, 2014
    Has a downtown vibe. Great beer for beginners. Bartenders are like a beer mixologists. Go with friends! Raffle fundraisers. Bathroom is super clean.
  • A L E Xheart icon on user image
    A L E XFebruary 22, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Friendly, cozy bar. Plenty to try. Find your new favorite beer here!
  • Mark H.heart icon on user image
    Mark HeyertJune 11, 2017
    Location is great if you're going to a show or just want to beat the Times Square hubbub. Good cream ale selection.
  • Chris K.heart icon on user image
    Chris KonecnyMarch 13, 2014
    For the sophisticated beer drinker which is kind of annoying but otherwise a great place. Any place that serves cask beer is a great place.
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex StillApril 28, 2015
    A real beer shop in the theater district! Pop in and drink a draft beer while you shop for bottled beer.
  • Jeremy D.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy DavisJanuary 18, 2015
    Grab your favorite craft beer from one of the many fridges, pay at the bar, and enjoy! Good small bites as well.
  • Christopher L.
    Christopher LongOctober 21, 2014
    Great local beer pub with a great selection of beers. Try the Upstate Brewing Company's Indian Pale Wheat.
  • Andres N.
    Andres NovoaNovember 17, 2015
    They offer flights if you want to try out a few different brews!
  • Kris C.heart icon on user image
    Kris CJanuary 21, 2015
    Cozy and fun! Great spot with a ton unique beers. They also have a gluten free section!
  • Liam O.heart icon on user image
    Liam OliverOctober 23, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Love this place. Best beer selection. Great low key vibe. No TVs to distract conversation.
  • Scott S.heart icon on user image
    Scott SuydamMarch 11, 2016
    Great beer selection always friendly place to go to.
  • Kevin K.heart icon on user image
    Kevin KeatingMay 13, 2015
    Don't get too distracted by the awesome beers on tap to miss out on an amazing brat of some kind.
  • Brightyheart icon on user image
    BrightyDecember 12, 2017
    The best selection of beer. Great for a pre or post theatre drink
  • Cameron G.heart icon on user image
    Cameron GidariMarch 24, 2016
    One of my favorite spots in HK. Great beer rotation and a really helpful staff.
  • Jessica L.
    Jessica LieseJuly 27, 2013
    This place is amazeballs - everyone here really knows their beer. Ask for help if you aren't sure what to order.
  • Elliot W.heart icon on user image
    Elliot WehnerMarch 9, 2015
    Great selection of craft, regional and international beers - have it to go or take it home.
  • John P.
    John ParkesNovember 12, 2017
    Cozy bar with a nice selection on tap. Great place to dive into to escape the autumnal chill!
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