Against The Grain
(Now Closed)Bar, Wine Bar, and Speakeasy$$$$
Alphabet City, New York
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Mara LecocqNovember 8, 2014Great quaint neighborhood bar, music is not too loud and atmosphere can be romantic. Makes you feel like it's your own private room when you take over the central table.
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Em Lazer-WalkerJuly 9, 2015This used to be a stellar beer bar. Now, it seems to be mostly food and wine; they had no draft beer at all and a bottle selection of only a half dozen beers or so. Still has great atmosphere, though!UpvoteDownvote
Cozy little beer spot with a great selection. Knowledgable staff too. Pumpking on tap and they do a sugar rim on the glass. Yup.UpvoteDownvote
NY WaterwayAugust 7, 2012Quaint tiny hole in the wall with good craft beers, good food and just a cozy spot. The staff are nice and the space is warm and beautiful.Upvote2Downvote
NCMJune 13, 2012Try the Draft Beer - This closet-size, pretension-free East Village beer joint is usually filled to the brim with brew nerds. Join them to snack on spiced nutsUpvoteDownvote
Although it's tempting to use your calorie budget all on beer, the chocolate torte with mint ice cream is surprisingly dark, molten, and subtle.Upvote1Downvote
Cesar R.September 30, 2012Good date spot and really great beer selection. Ask the knowledgeable bartenders for recommendations.Upvote1Downvote
Adam FlomenbaumDecember 10, 20114 calling birds on tap right now is excellent. Awesome date spot. Pretzels with jalapeño pickles is your safest bet for food.Upvote1Downvote
The bartender is always super knowledgable about the beer list, so don't be afraid to ask questions. P.S. the chocolate cake w/ mint ice cream = killer.Upvote3Downvote
Doug WamplerJanuary 2, 2015A tiny bar with a respectable beer list. Accepts only cash or AmEx.UpvoteDownvote
kiramonkeySeptember 28, 2011Steve is the coolest, most attentive bar tender! He's here Tues, Weds & some weekends. Great spot!UpvoteDownvote
ChelsaSeptember 1, 2009If you're in the mood for a snack come here and enjoy the cheese plate with a glass (or bottle) or wine. Great date spot!Upvote2Downvote
Alex GordonJanuary 22, 2012Pair the housemade soft pretzel with a smoked beer (rauchbier).UpvoteDownvote
Caitlin HillMarch 24, 2009also known as Grape & Grain and order the Ham & Brie Sandwich with a glass of wine.UpvoteDownvote
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Cozy, candlelit annex of the next-door Grape & Grain wine...(Show more)
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- Mon–Tue
- 5:00 PM–1:00 AM
- Wed, Fri
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Thu
- 5:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 10:30 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 10:30 AM–1:00 AM
(212) 420-0002
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Happy Hour
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"Great happy hour prices for cocktails, but hit or miss depending on the bartender's skill"
Angel Wong - 8.5
"The live music started at 10:15 and it was amazing. The cocktails were excellent. Highly recommend this gem."
Houman Amirfarzan - 8.8
"Order the BATIDA from the cocktail list......to die for! I never had cachaca before, but now I'm hooked on Sagatiba!"
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- 8.3
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Veena R - 9.2
"Great local craft beef stop with an always rotating tap"
Jason Brew - 8.0
"Lots of tv's, great bloody marys and buck hunter/pinball. Friendly staff, chill vibe and all around great neighborhood dive. You can even order food in, no problem."
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