Beer Culture has usurped Blind Tiger for me as my beer bar of choice in Manhattan! They have a…read moretight draft selection that rotates pretty often, and a pretty good can collection in the fridge. The staff have always been friendly and extremely knowledgeable; it is really handy when you can say you live in San Francisco, what do you have that I can only get out here? You can tell it is a good place in Hell's Kitchen/Times Square when stage hands and actors actually come by after (definitely not between) their shows. They also have whiskeys available here as a sidecar; definitely do not try and order any other liquors, the back of their staff shirt makes that clear. For food, I've only ever had the cheese curds because I obviously have a problem and can't get them at many places in SF. The portions are large and the prices reasonable. My only feedback to them is maybe offer some large format bottle pours on busy nights so people can try some of the more obscure options.

There is beer. There is whisky…read more There are some small pub bites. That is it. ...and it is perfect! Came here to get away from the faux feeling of midtown glitz. Got a nice dose of dive bar and it was exactly what I was looking for. The place is small, it is loud, there is a good selection of beers on tap and some more on bottles/cans from the fridge. Bartenders are just the right amount of "if you're not a regular you're fine but you're not special" and chatty friendly. What you'd expect from a hole in the wall with decently cheap beer (compared to just a block or two over).

Superrrr cute pub near Chelsea! Service was good, ambiance was amazing, but it was too warm for a…read morehot day. Kinda wish they closed the windows so the ac would be contained. Beer choices were great and the beer was served cold. Loved the IPA I got.

A great new craft beer outpost on 14th St. They're on Untappd, with 20 taps and a standard variety…read moreof regional brews. Half pours run around $6-7, full pours around $11-12. The happy hour included $2 off select drafts, and they don't skimp on the options. It's spacious, and the bar hardware is fresh. There's a really big fridge wall of cans. The bartender was nice and attentive during my off-hour visit. I'd be happy to return.

Great spot to try some cool beer plus more, the bartender was super friendly & attentive plus the…read morefood was also tasty, got pretty crowded quite fast so I didn't stay long but I'll definitely be back to have a beer.

Great location ... right on 33rd Avenue and where lots of other restaurants and places are . From…read moreoutside , you think it's a small old fashioned bar, but the inside is good . PYOB ! Never heard this concept before and first time here .. not a bad concept . You recharge ur card and tap and get a beer . No waitress , no bartenders . It's good in a way because you don't need to wait 5-10 mins for bartenders to attend you.. The collection of IPAs and beers were good . Wish they had more New England IPAs. Saw some Brooklyn ones , which isn't bad , but nothing as compared to New England ones . It was about 0.86 to 0.88 $ an ounce . When I poured half glass, it was about 5.2$ ! I think it is slightly expensive than other bars around . Food was also on the upper side . Wish they had some snacks or fries less than 8$ for everyone to munch something . Food ranged between 13-20$ .. interiors were good . Nice ambience and music. Very helpful employees. Super service . Good experience overall.. 4 stars ..

They're on Untappd. 18 rapidly rotating taps of local and regional craft beers. Pours run around…read more$10-13, which is decent. We've stopped by from around Grand Central Terminal for a quick pint (or more likely small pours of niche high-end NE IPAs) on many occasions now. The bartenders are knowledgeable. A kitchen serves sandwiches and bar snacks too, but we've never tried. Also a fridge wall stocked with an enormous curated variety of cans and bottles. Literal hundreds.

After passing by countless times, I finally decided to stop in--and I'm so glad I did! The beer…read moreselection is absolutely incredible; if they don't have it, it probably doesn't exist! You can order from their fantastic draft list or grab something unique from the coolers to be served on-site. Pair your beer with their delicious grilled cheese (tons of flavor options) or other beer snacks. Highly recommended!

Was in the West Village and stumbled onto this place and was really excited for the happy hour,…read morewith $8 beer pints, a cozy bar, and a friendly bartender. It was a casual, welcoming place, and it seemed like the food was yummy, but I didn't try any this time (although was tempted by the happy hour $2 oyster deal and the nachos). A great place to relax and have a yummy beer!

Beer Garage is a great spot for Happy Hour or just for drinking a good draft beer in a warm,…read morefriendly environment. We arrived around 6:15pm on a Thursday and were able to grab 4 seats at the bar. The bartender Zander was doing WORK the night we went as he was the only one working and there was not an empty seat in the house most of the night. Despite him flying solo, service was great and we never had an empty beer. We tried the Mozz Sticks and dang, they were so good. Those are a must order if you're looking for a snack! Lots of great beers on draft, cans of seltzer and a few different wines to choose from. Most of us were drinking the Tiny Juicys which we were loving. The only thing that was not great was the prosecco - it was flat and I would not recommend. Overall, I really enjoyed the Beer Garage and would recommend for a small group.

I visited BierWax for an impromptu happy hour with friends. On such a cool evening, the covering…read moreover the outdoor seating area was appreciated. Since I was not planning to indulge too much, I opted to sip on a cider. It was my second time here, the first time being on a Sunday when there was a DJ, and that was a great time too. BierWax may just become my new watering hole.

I ended up here because of an instagram video about the owner. This is a Black owned business,…read morewhich is that much more important when it comes to support. Very moody, low lit place with a huge collection of vinyl along the bar wall. I had the Allison Road, made with gin, dry vermouth, apricot liqueur, and orange bitters, described as "A smooth and aromatic gin cocktail that walks the line between floral and fruity." I also had the Junmai Spritz, recommended by the bartender, made with umami/saki, strawberry, ginger, and seltzer. Described as, "Crisp and refreshing, with subtle umami from sake, bright strawberry fruit, and hint of ginger spice." They also have drinks featuring rye, whiskey, rum, mezcal. Flavors of jalapeño, honey, orange, vanilla and chocolate. They have a HUGE beer list. Most of the menu is Japanese inspired. The bartender was kind, attentive, and very laid back. Other than a couple patrons here and there, I was the only person in there on a Wednesday afternoon. They say it gets busier on weekends. They also have a DJ on weekends, usually playing R&B and hiphop. They played mostly jazz when I was in, and it was very relaxing. I came in for the vibes, but this would be great for a workspace as well.

Solid neighborhood joint for beer and snacks. About a dozen beers on tap that rotate, and I always…read morefind an option I like! We recently got a few bites here as well (sardines, hot pretzel, bratwurst) which were all very good for the price. Cute interior with some small tables in the back and about 7-10 seats at the bar. The outdoor seating area doubles the overall capacity- it's a small space but feels very homey! Bartenders are nice too. Another big plus - free popcorn!

Small bar with indoor and outdoor seating and a great selection of not commonly found high quality…read morecraft beers. There's a small bar food menu and free popcorn. I enjoyed my Hill Farmstead Susan IPA.

Still a solid beer spot with a good collection of brews - since the last time I was here though,…read morethey have fewer cans to go. Some of the fridges replaced by additional seating. A good change if you're looking to drink there, maybe less ideal if looking to grab some to go. Regardless, would still recommend as I always find at least 2-3 specialty options I like!!

A low key beer bar with rotating taps and a decent selection of bottles and cans you can enjoy…read morethere or take to go. There is an uncorking fee if you are going to have your bottle there. The fridge selection was very IPA heavy so if that is what you're looking for this is the place.

This speakeasy has a very cozy, intimate atmosphere with Japanese-inspired decor. Agree with the…read moreother reviewers about the extended hours. One of the only speakeasies that's open during the day so it is a great place to spend time if the weather is not agreeable - which can happen frequently in a city like NYC. The bartender was sweet, menu was limited. We got a drink each before heading out to other nearby bars on a night of bar hopping. I would recommend getting the Empress X which is what I got. I love it is located in East Village because there are so many cool thrift stores, bars and restaurants in close proximity.

Hard to Explain is quintessential East Village: tiny, charming, and full of character…read more They really commit to the Japanese bar theme, all the cocktails are soju-based. Wine and beer are also on the menu, but the unique cocktails are the big draw. The space is narrow, basically one long bar taking up the entire floor plan. No tables, only stools at the bar for seating. There's literally no space for anything else. While I liked the theme overall, I personally wasn't blown away by my cocktails, and didn't love that they were priced over $20 when there was only soju instead of stronger spirits available. Plus the space is "charming" but maybe I'm getting too old for tiny, grungy East Village bars. Definitely a unique vibe, but if you're not actively seeking out a Japanese-themed bar, I wouldn't call this a must-visit.

Great place to watch a game. Went over Thanksgiving with my son. Great clientele, good food and…read moredrink options. We will be back.

Came here for a Knicks game and really enjoyed the nachos and wings they had! The nachos had a lot…read moreof toppings on them, which is much appreciated as lots of sports bars will skimp on toppings. Taking off a star because I had a weird experience with the people at the front. I'm currently recovering from an injury and I'm in a pretty obvious neck brace. I was visiting with two people who were on their way and would be arriving in about 10-15 minutes and the people at the front told me I couldn't be seated until they arrived. I understand that this is normal protocol, but I pointed out my neck brace and asked if an exception could be made because it's significantly more comfortable for me to sit down (and there was no room at the bar). They said that their manager wouldn't let them do that, and that they couldn't seat me until the rest of my party was there. There were tons of table tables available the entire time and when my friend arrived about 12 minutes later, they seated us, I totally could've sat the whole time and it wouldn't have been a problem. Not the end of the world and I probably could've pushed it harder, but it definitely was a little awkward!