Whiskey Tavern
Whisky Bar and Sports Bar$$$$
Chinatown, New York
"Excellent atmosphere and great ppl! Definitely try the picklebacks!"(48 Tips)
"shots and boxes of Jenga"(6 Tips)"One of the best bars in chinatown."(4 Tips)
"try their heavenly tater tots with chipotle mayo"(14 Tips)
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Margaret Cybulski MurraySeptember 15, 2016Impromptu wedding reception for my daughter. Staff was incredible. They even made a banner for them! Then the bartender played every song we asked him too. Amazing staff
Pam CSeptember 15, 2016Easily the best bar I've been to in NYC. The bartenders absolutely the most warm, kind and friendly, the happy hour prices were incredible AND my beer came with a koozie & drink umbrella!
Greg BarbosaAugust 12, 2013Absolutely best bar I have ever been to. Rob and Phillip are awesome and make you feel right at home in a new city. Try the Pickle Back for an interesting new taste for your buds.Upvoted Jan 25
Ami H.September 17, 2016Bartender Marty is so chill -sweet, attentive, and wry. Couldn't ask for a better one. Thanks for the beer cozie, guy. I cherish it. Good tunes and swill here.
Joslyn HansenAugust 25, 2017Like all of the Whisky franchise locations, the service sets them apart from other sports/beer bars. The bartenders will usually introduce themselves right away, and chat to make you comfortable.
Friendliest bartenders in NYC. A hidden gem in Chinatown. Try the tater tots.
- One of the best bars in chinatown. Dope staff, great djs, friendly place for after work drinks or late night shenanigans. Tell Rob I said “hi!”😜
Jen KApril 16, 2013Bartender charm: on fire! Introduced himself to everyone in my party. Also treated me to my first Spicy Back (Pickle Back Shot + Tabasco + pepperchino). Delish! Just the right hint of heat.
Honghui YuOctober 19, 2016Came here on taco Tuesday and got an amazing deal of 3 tacos for $8. The happy hour specials here, which runs until 7 pm are also really good. Well drinks for $7.
JessicaJune 26, 2014Tots, pickle backs, and bacon bowl may be the favs... But THE PORK TACOS were amazing!!!! Ask for a side of the salsa verde to add on... And you will be in awe. #epic
Walk in, pickle back. Thats the way to do it! Awesome staff as well!
Ben GMay 8, 2016A barfly's bar. Mingle with cops and locals. Eat a taco. Do a shot. Repeat until a) sad, b) no longer sad, c) birthday girl falls off bar.
Zoe LouisApril 20, 2015Had a fun time playing board games, drinking draft beers and watching hockey.The staff is supper nice :)
Meghan KathleenSeptember 16, 2012There are a few great things to mention about this spot: Spicy Pickle Back shots, it's a JMU bar, the crowd is bro-y but not douche-y, & Rob the bartender is super nice and entertaining.
Best bar in the neighborhood. Food is great. Staff is awesome. Don’t forget to try a spicy pickleback!
You have to say hi to Marty 👋and try the nachos, they’re awesome.
Ashley RoseJuly 22, 2015Jury Duty Day - Post service Happy Hour. You made it through the day, now reward yourself with a cocktail. Here's my pick for the immediate area
This is my favorite bar. It gets loud in the evenings, so sit outside if it's warm enough. They make a great hot toddy!
Jacqui B.August 30, 2014Southern Ade is excellent. This is a fantastic place. Really close to perfect.
- A SJuly 13, 2018friendly bartenders, nice selection. pretty clean, even though it looks like a dive from the outside!
Audrey TolbertApril 4, 2014You will have a fun night here. Tip the AWESOME bartenders well and they'll pay you back. Great 90s music too.
The Tavern FTW. And by FTW, I mean for the whiskey. Tip yo bartender, the crew here is the best (hi Rob!)
Lauren FerrandoMarch 31, 2012Love this place! Staff is extremely friendly and will do whatever it takes to ensure you have a great time. Pickle Back shots all the way.- CompassApril 24, 2014Pickleback shots and boxes of Jenga make this humble joint on Baxter Street a favorite among locals.
Picklebacks are the way to go, make sure to check out the patio in the back
Josue SotoAugust 1, 2016Came here one night with 2 friends we are all well above the age of 21. One of my friends forgot his ID in the hotel, so we weren't allowed service even though it was empty
Robin WJanuary 16, 2014Treat you like a local and long lost friend. No one goes to a whiskey bar in Chinatown unless a local
Hands down, the best staff of any bar in NYC! And the pickle backs aren't bad either!
One of my fave feel good spots - great music, great food, great drinks, and last but definitely not least.. great staff- Honghui YuFebruary 5, 2017Great place for a birthday - buy a round of shots and get a huge sparkling dildo!
Their White Russians are pretty good but the Black Russians are even better! Once you have a Black Russian you never go back to a White Russian.
Bartenders are super nice here. Crowd and vibe is fun with no fuss!
Heather GilchristOctober 3, 2012Best. Bar. EVER. Rob is NYC's most famous bartender and the pickle back shots are unparalleled in their deliciousness.
Come here for the pickle whiskey shots and cute bartenders who will remember your name!!!
BrittanyNovember 17, 2015The pickle juice and whisky shot is a very interesting combo to say the least.
tze chunOctober 11, 2014Perfect for birthdays! Not for the faint of heart though as picklebacks are their speciality
I don't even drink whiskey yet love their pickleback shots! always fun to stop by and the barkeep aka rob is super easy on the eyes and makes really strong drinks ladies ;)
Danny C 😱January 8, 2014Great stop for good food and beer during jury duty lunch breaks. Make a friend or two, too!
doug jaegerFebruary 10, 2015#bacon + #bluecheese + #maplesyrup = insanely good. It should be illegal.
Andrew ChoiMarch 15, 2014The only bar in Chinatown I'll go to. Try their bigger location in Williamsburg!
Dare to call it a dive bar and risk me reaching through the internet to slap you in the mouth. If you want to find out if your date can really hang, end the night here.
- Get a Tavern Triple!! Genny, pickle back shot & bag of beef jerky!!
Since its renovation about a year ago, this has been a great place to hang out. Generous after work drinks and friendly bartenders
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- 11:00 AM–4:00 AM
(212) 374-9119
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