The Library
Dive Bar$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at Serious Eats and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"One of the best jukeboxes I've ever come across."(17 Tips)
"I love this bar. Divey, cheap drinks, books on the shelves, punk rock, old..."(9 Tips)
"The place is loud and they play old school movies on a projector!"(4 Tips)
"Come during happy hour and get buy one get one free drinks!"(10 Tips)
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Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Midnight–4:00 AM
- Noon–Midnight
(212) 375-1352
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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- 7.5
"This dive bar offers a unique and crafty shot each day as a special, so come here to try those out. Great jukebox here too!"
The Corcoran Group - 6.7
"Shockingly good whiskey selection for a dive bar, and really cheap!"
Zack Sheppard - 7.8
"Great dive bar with a spacious back patio. A super chill little oasis from the city craziness."
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- 8.2
"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 - 9.0
"The Pastrami Sandwich is ginormous and amazing! I don't know how they make the meat so good, but it's to die for..."
Mark Wackler - 6.5
"Great two-for-one happy hour every day until 8PM. And they even let you bring in tacos from the delicious taco truck across the street."
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