Pianos
Rock Club and Karaoke Bar
Lower East Side, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Corcoran Group and New York Habitat
"Great happy hour.. 4$ frozen margaritas, well drinks, and beer!"(16 Tips)
"Red Wine Burger - one of my favorite in NYC"(7 Tips)
"DJ spinning the upstairs lounge but try to avoid the bathrooms"(5 Tips)
"Best happy hour specials!"(5 Tips)
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Omari AllenMarch 13, 2016Drinks are crazy cheap during the weekend happy hour. Great vibes. Rock concerts in to back, if you're into that.- MarmyMarch 3, 2018Yesterday party in here upstairs was wonderful😋👌 I was still dancing, cos’ the Dj was playing many hip-hop tracks. Chicks, drums, drinks - yeahh. Many thans to barman. She was excellent!
Jim TaylorApril 9, 2015Located in an old Piano store, Pianos kept the original signage and have transformed into a Lower East Side fave for happy hour, live music and food for that tipsy snack. Read more
This historic venue originally opened as a piano store. Now you can eat a tasty burger and watch some great bands!
Maria MontesanoJuly 13, 2016Great happy hour prices on drinks and food. Nachos and burger are amazing. Check out a local band for cheap or dance upstairs.
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍April 27, 2020Pianos is always a staple for a fun random night out in the LES. Great drinks and FIRE music. Gets packed on weekend evenings. Left after 1am and still packed
Anthony DeRicoMay 31, 2015Best LES spot for music lovers that like drinking Pabst Blue Ribbon cans for under $5 a pop. Having both in one spot - winning! A true NYC gem.
Gajtana SimonovskaJune 5, 201620th Anniversary reunion tour for Verb. Old school little music venue. Affordable cover and dj spinning in the other room makes for a fun and lively Saturday night.
Lower East Side PartnershipJanuary 18, 2016This bi-level bar is located in the heart of the LES. Locals line up most nights to scope out the live music and sweet dance floor. Come with your friends, leave with new ones.
Del NobleJuly 20, 2018Exactly the sort of upmarket dive bar you’d expect to find in NY. Perfect for late night drinks
BlackBook MagazineDecember 14, 2012Single, hot hipster chicks. Single, hot hipster chicks dancing like mad in confined, packed spaces. What happens at Pianos... generally moves to your apartment. So wash your sheets before going out. Read more
The Corcoran GroupDecember 18, 2011Sit (or dance) downstairs for good drinks and yummy burgers or head upstairs ($5 cover) and hear the newest indie rock band perform.
- DoubleDeuceNovember 28, 2015Really, it's a great place to see varied genre live bands. Often a line, always a good time.
Katie EytchSeptember 5, 2014Support the local bands that play in the back bar. Shows are usually around $10 and they're always worth it, at least to meet new people and hear something new.
Non pretentious, shorts and sneakers welcomed kind of joint. Best happy hour- Nachos are amazing, burger is really good, wings are small but also delicious + $4 frozen margs= Done deal.
David GreenbergerAugust 14, 2014Great live music from up and comers almost every week night. $8 or so gets you in for 4-5 shows
CMJAugust 29, 2012CMJ hosts shows in this former piano store every year. You can relax in the bar with a burger after attending the two stages. Just be careful with the ketchup if you haven't fully calmed down.
AxelOctober 29, 20121 out of 10 is a fantastic concert. Still worth the visit. You can see and listen to the act before paying entrance, through a window. That helps when making a decision.
Joshua LutzNovember 5, 2011not only great spot to see Qthe best of Queens and brooklyn rock bands, but best hamburgers in NYC hands down! Maybe second to "Two Napkins" but their flash fired wine burger is just amazing.- Joshua LutzJuly 6, 2011Best burger in Manhattan. I know that's a bold statement but try the flash fired red wine burger and see if you don't agree. Great music on MONDAY NIGHTS! I played here on a Monday and it was PACKED!!
My wife and I met here. Only seemed appropriate to rent the whole space for our wedding. It was an amazing NYC wedding. Carlo hooked us up.
Songza MusicSeptember 27, 2013In addition to fresh new music coming out of the main room, Piano's often has more stripped-down acts perform upstairs. Also, the burgers are pretty darn good.
Cari Y. SalasMay 5, 2015I love coming here after a stressful day at work! It's just chill and relaxing! The bartenders are great! Amazing food as well!!
Alyxa LeaseJuly 29, 2014Thursday live funk bands really bring in an interesting crowd, make sure to drink appropriately.
John LeidlMarch 28, 2018If you manage to get in its fun. The back room plays amazing hip hop and Andrew is a great bartender!!
jonathan haffNovember 30, 2012come here when yer ripped and have no where else to go. beware the d-bag bouncers that love power trips. you may want to show up with a few ladies strapped to yer arms... ttyl!
KevinOctober 26, 2011No cover. Upstairs karaoke is fun. Downstairs it's great to grab a table to or spot at the bar, people are always moving in and out and most people are real friendly.
Adam V.August 7, 2017The bookings have really taken a dive over the past few years, but they still pull off the occasional great show.
- Nate BeattyFebruary 16, 2015Awesome music, VT beer on tap, cheap happy hour, great burgers. What could be better?
Yera HaMarch 24, 2015Fantastic happy hour! $4 frozen margaritas, but watch out-- they're strong. Catch a free show upstairs on weekdays!
Great venue, totally friendly staff, and they have lambics! If you've never had one, ask for it at the bar. A bit pricey, but totally worth it.
Strong $4 Frozen Margaritas for their 2-8PM Happy Hour. Weekends here are a mess, but this place is a gem off-peak hours.
Candace L.March 5, 2013Never had anything bad on this menu. Molten choc cake, goat cheese veg burger, chipotle mayo w/fries...try everything twice.
İpek A.February 11, 2015Cosy bar with good staff. You can catch a good live music every night of the week.
SideTourMay 8, 2012On Saturday nights, head to the downstairs back room for a dance party that rages until 4AM. Ask nicely and the DJ might fill you in on after hours locations.
Alexander VinokurovMarch 28, 2013Cool place. Calm on Mon, very crouded on Wed. Good live concerts, rock/funk DJ on the 1st, hiphop on the 2nd floors
Tyger MadendaSeptember 26, 2011The mushroom quesadilla is legit. I didn't think is was gonna be all tasty like that! Calamari is the bomb. The happy hour is the truth.
IshApril 12, 2018Make sure you vaccines are up to date, and probably wouldn’t hurt to wear a condom while you’re in here. Can’t be too safe.
Whether in the front bar or listening to live music in the back or upstairs, this place is a good time.
Alex RobertsonAugust 5, 2022I played a show here when I was 15 and had to have X’s drawn on my hands and go home by 9:30 and I accidentally kick-unplugged a DJ lady’s CDJ and she was like oh what the FUCK man and I wanted to die
Great bands come through here. The upstairs is a chill option with a smaller bar.
Alexis BendjouiaDecember 5, 2015Frozen margs all the way. Good casual drink spot with mediocre live music but worth it anyway
The Family RecordsJune 28, 2011Family founder Wesley hosted over 250 shows here as part of the Cross Pollination concert series which eventually spawned The Family Records. Try the margaritas, but be careful!
Jackie MucilliMarch 30, 2015Awesome live music. Gets crowded. Food is quick & delicious for snacking.
Miguel SenquizSeptember 20, 2011According to The Family Records, these are the best in the city. Can't attest to that personally, but they've got good taste, so check it out.
New York HabitatNovember 7, 2011Fun spot for a drink and to catch a live band. Come here during happy hour for some cheap drinks and a good time.
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"This is a great show venue - I went to cover the Latin Alternative Music Conference and it was a great time. Their bartenders were pretty chill and their drinks were delish. Two thumbs up"
JC Earle - 9.2
"It is a great venue. I came here to see Kiasmos and Beacon, and the atmosphere downstairs was very intimate. Upstairs, everything was definitely amazing."
Javier Ramos - 8.0
"What a great venue. Inexpensive. Lots of space and seating. And a large bar by the stage. Excellent."
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