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The Tippler

Cocktail Bar$$$$

Chelsea, New York

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The Tippler

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Ranked #5 for cocktail bars in Chelsea
The folks at Serious Eats and The Corcoran Group like this place. Would you agree?
"Booty Collins was incredible, fresh, tangy and delicious!"(16 Tips)
"Try the crippler for a great tasting drink with a punch!"(10 Tips)
"The Derek Smalls is amazingly delicious, light, and refreshing."(6 Tips)
"Refreshing break from the usual meatpacking district crowd."(6 Tips)

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GothamistOctober 17, 2014
Want a cozy subterranean bar to wait out the cold? Head to the Tippler in Chelsea Market. It offers a historic feel and traditional cocktails like Moscow Mule. Order the Manhattan Flight ($15). Read more
Serious EatsApril 19, 2013
The Crippler: initial gentle butterscotch-vanilla rum notes (J.M Overproof Rhum and the Austrian rum-tea liqueur Stroh Jägertee) before the bite of WhistlePig rye and Vida mezcal come in.
Amanda GianninotoJanuary 18, 2015
Booty Collins was incredible, fresh, tangy and delicious! Picklebacks were delicious too, def homemade pickle juice. Can't wait to go back & try the homemade fireball! Wait outside was well worth it!
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍February 26, 2020
I have this knack for finding hidden obscure bars with laid back vibe and good drinks. The Tippler is one of these places, being hidden in Chelsea Market with awesome mixed drink menu and decent music
Bee WilliamsNovember 25, 2017
The Tippler is an all time fave of mine! I bring anyone visiting NYC here for great cocktails! Definitely try the cheese & meat plate! Weekends does get busy! Dress nice too, you are in Meatpacking!
The Corcoran GroupJanuary 2, 2014
There's something about this cozy subterranean bar below Chelsea Market that makes it the place we want to spend every cold winter night. Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and great people watching.
Alex GuevaraFebruary 11, 2013
This is definitely a great bar with a good vibe. The people are super friendly and the selection of beer is impressive. Try to get here before 11 or else you'll be waiting on line.
DipikaNovember 12, 2014
Stopped by here for a drink after work once and found it to be quite cozy. Not too crowded and dimly lit..it was nice. Drinks were strong, & I already had a buzz going with just one whiskey ginger!
ブルーノOctober 6, 2015
Loved this bar! Came here for pre dinner cocktails and it reminded me of some of my fav places here in Italy. Cozy ambiance, great drinks, fair prices, and friendly staff.
Steve KNovember 23, 2013
Frankly behind the bar is super nice to each and everyone that goes to this new bar. It'll be one of the top ten bars in NYC and stay in the top ten as long as she's behind the bar. 21-40 age group
Jon RiceSeptember 8, 2014
The Golden Gem and Booty Collins are true gems. Get a platter of meat and cheese and trust the waitstaff to choose for you; they know what's up!
NicoleJune 3, 2015
Really great vibe down here! Cool decor, cozy seating, high ceilings, and music low enough to talk over. The Booty Callins drink is like a vodka Master Cleanse. Low cell service but free wifi.
Elizabeth BursteinJanuary 29, 2017
Good to get in on the earlier side, because the line really starts to get long on a Saturday night. I had the new special cocktail with coke, lime, and more. It was great!
Eric VenkerAugust 22, 2014
Great cocktails. Sit at the bar and ask the guys to make you something special. There are a few great drinks that are no longer on the menu. You can by asking about those.
Jessica PuglieseJuly 18, 2013
The Tippler has a super cool underground vibe. And it's ACTUALLY underground, so it's a great place to escape the heat after a successful Sunday Funday. The bartenders are great, as are the olives.
AJ GriemDecember 27, 2014
An awesome bar, with a great atmosphere. There is something about bars that you don't know are there until you find them.
Jessie CatanaSeptember 18, 2015
Sometimes it's packed and super loud with beautiful looking people, other times it's pretty chill. Over all a good choice for the neighborhood if you're not in the mood for B&Ters at the Gansevoort.
JPOctober 13, 2015
Great late night cocktail spot. Good for groups and parties but know it'll be tough to have a conversation here.
CompassJuly 23, 2013
This cocktail bar in the underbelly of Chelsea Market features themed cocktails that harken back to “the good old times.” The brick archways and untouched architecture are reason alone to visit.
Josh AFebruary 12, 2016
Awesome bar underneath Chelsea Market. Unique cocktails, cool industrial vibe. One of the best bars I visited in New York.
Paul KardousApril 14, 2015
Bartenders are friendly, know their drinks, and can improvise very well. The space is cozy but still good for groups. No cell service inside which is a good and bad thing.
dsinskyMay 12, 2014
Very cool, very spacious basement cocktail bar under chelsea market
Nate KowalJanuary 5, 2015
It reminds me of a Brooklyn space in Manhattan. It's underground, cozy and perfectly lit. Great frequently changing draft craft beer selection.
Aaron FlattApril 23, 2016
Excellent cocktails and warm and friendly service in spite of the huge Saturday mid-day crowd. Nice speakeasy vibe without the pretension
Emilie FuttermanJuly 21, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Great cocktails, love the booty Collins. Come weeknights, it's packed with the preclub crowd weekends
Joe MontesSeptember 12, 2018
Cocktails are great. The atmosphere is very cozy with all of the incandescent lighting. There are tables for large groups. No happy hour.
Melissa MonsalveJune 5, 2016
The space is great, tucked under Chelsea market. A little escape with great cocktails and random books. Snag a table if you can!
Marc TunguzFebruary 14, 2014
Best cocktail bar of our trip. Cocktails are delicious and surprising. If you're around Chelsea Market and searching for a drink, this is the place !!
Lauren FordNovember 7, 2017
So cute! Was warmly greeted coming in. Found seating right away. Had a beer and good company. I think that's all you need on a Friday night.
Stephen DaimlerApril 28, 2013
Cool bar. The Booty Collins is nowhere near as good as the Booty Collins I had in Philly at Apothecary (now closed). If you're expecting that one, try something else!
Rachel CApril 10, 2016
Excellent cocktails and friendly service in spite of the huge Saturday afternoon crowd. Nice speakeasy vibe without the pretension
BoozeMenusApril 25, 2012
If you want a classic cocktail, something off the beaten path, a beer from the selection of draught beers, or a light bite, The Tippler is an ideal choice. Watch as Tad shakes up the Derek Smalls. Read more
Serious EatsApril 22, 2013
Subterranean cocktail bar hidden below Chelsea Market, with excellent cocktails and plenty of space to bring a whole group.
harryhMay 11, 2012
This might be the perfect after work bar. Nice but not fancy, plenty of space, great cocktails and snacks, a big screen with the game on. I only wish it was closer to my office!
Lauren MacDecember 5, 2015
Love this place. Great drinks, not snooty, wide open space, rarely a line. A rare find in the Meatpacking District.
John EJanuary 29, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Hit or miss depending on the crowd, but cool spot nonetheless. Occasionally closed so look for neon sign above entrance. Strong drinks from skilled cocktail makers. Underground -> limited cell signal.
Samiha KhanAugust 15, 2015
Is it just me or is this place always filled with dudes? Drinks are good and strong and the music here is nice too. Kind of a speakeasy because it's a bit of a maze down before actually entering.
Ali F.January 3, 2013
No more handcut chips = tragedy (please bring them back!) but the menu retains the rest of its gems. The Derek Smalls is light and refreshing and the deviled egg toast is rich and crunchy good.
7th.ListDecember 16, 2011
As the night continues, move on to heavier items, such as the Boquerones ($9), anchovies with roasted garlic spread on thick country bread. A shot of lemon adds a bright acidity to the dish Read more
Meg FarmerJune 13, 2017
Underground bar with solid cocktails that serves as a decent date spot during the week, and pick up spit on the weekends.
Jake PaulDecember 19, 2018
Very cool atmosphere and a big space hidden beneath Chelsea Market
Anthony PopeoMay 28, 2016
Good with coworkers; also worked well as a last stop (it gets quieter later).
Juan GonzalezMarch 25, 2013
Careful when ordering "El Tourista". The mezcal and cayenne pepper salt is a delicious, yet deadly combination. It's not on the new menu, but the bartenders will still honor the request.
JillianMarch 18, 2015
Booty Collins: fun to say, fun to drink. Side of white bean toast, please and thank you.
Natasha TaylorJune 5, 2013
Vast space...phenomenal cocktails...attractive crowd but not pretentious. Brings a smile to my face. Although weekends can get very busy. Try the weekdays.
AmateurConciergeJanuary 8, 2016
A good, busy, after work spot if you're in meat packing or southern Chelsea. Have too many drinks and stumble to Los Tacos No.1
Victoria NatenzonMay 3, 2014
Always a line outside. Great for birthdays, after-work drinks, large groups. The venue itself is very cool too.
Natalie KNovember 30, 2015
Wonderful low key cocktail spot. They make cocktails to taste - you're not limited to the menu.
Chris EvansMay 31, 2015
Booty Collins is a great cocktail, James and the Giant Peace is another refreshing choice.
Leigh FerreiraSeptember 18, 2011
Been here 5+ times
enter @ the open sign, go down the stairs, turn right, say hi to michael the owner & michael jr, order a sage lushie. thank me later!

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