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    Clockwork Bar

    4.3 (106 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars
    Closed 2:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)

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    CLOCKWORK BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Jennifer T.

    AMAZING dive bar. I loved the vibes & Demitri was a great bartender & super sweet to my friends and I visiting NYC for the first time. 10000% recommend if you're looking for a fun dive bar in lower east side.ALSO, SUPER cheap drinks for NY

    Beer and shot $6
    David T.

    Now this is what I call a NYC Dive bar!!!! Graffiti and all!!! I love the decor!!! My guy Kevin is the man!!!! I met Joey ass well and both are dope!

    Hillari S.

    The inside is COVERED in graffiti, which is fine or even kitchy...but it's like they take pride in the lack of upkeep. The leather seats on the back sofas need to be recovered badly. Our group didn't like this bar, but we stayed for one drink because the bartender was nice and there was a cute dog in there with one of the local patrons. This is a good bar for someone that likes a zero-frills place with eclectic patrons who doesn't mind the dirty feel with hard-core angry music. Not really our jam.

    Love it!
    Morgan C.

    Get your inner punk rocker on at Clockwork! This hidden oasis for the rocker in all of us is located on the Lower East Side, and a must-visit if you're looking for somewhere to listen to rad music, enjoy some cheap shots and beer, and just hang in a place that feels like somewhere Roger from RENT would frequent. My boyfriend loves this place, and we came here a couple weeks back with a few of his friends from his NYC days. It was fun, loud, and absolutely perfect. I especially love the graffiti that covers the walls - everywhere, even the bathrooms! If you look up "dive bar" on Urban Dictionary, I guarantee you that Clockwork Bar will show up. That's not to say it's a bad thing - far from it, actually. However, just know that it's not a place to bring your parents (unless of course, they're punks from the 80's themselves!). Despite the "rough around the edges" look, the bartenders are awesome and friendly. Boogie is the man - he took care of us all night, and he's great. Clockwork is definitely a unique and off the beaten path bar, but a must visit for any unique night out in NYC!

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    Citlali A.

    This place rocks my clocks off. Great vibe, great prices, fun atmosphere. Pretty much everything I'm looking for in a bar. The music also isn't that loud and my friend said "It's a punk bar. Most punks are too old now to hear each other talk if the music is loud". Which like... it's true and I like it.

    Becky D.

    Nice unpretentious bar in one of the last grungy areas of the city. The prices are competitive with any dive bar and you can get a beer and shot special for $3. The punk rock theme is illustrated by the graffiti covered walls and funky decor. The bathroom is covered with band stickers as a testament to the passion of its patrons. Tried the $6 frozen margarita and I wasn't disappointed. It was strong and enjoyable. The music isn't too loud so carrying a conversation is very easy. The bartenders really know their drinks and make great recommendations. Get there early as it gets packed at night and the interior layout is narrow. This is my first stop when I go on a pub crawl.

    Boogie serving up his special brand of sauce

    Go for the cheap beer stay for Boogie lives, not so sure about this Joey character tho

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    5 months ago

    Favorite dive in the city. Excellent staff with great music. Always a great time. Beeeer!

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    If you like friendly bartenders, cheap drinks, and sick music, this is the place for you

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    Cool Bar , good prices . but sometimes it can really smell like heavy butt in there. Pop a airwick or two :)

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    5 years ago

    We immediately loved this bar. Cheap drinks, graffitied walls, amazingly entertaining bartender Dimitri. Can't wait to go back.

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    4 years ago

    Great bar but where is the guy with the long hair and glasses?? Regardless great atmosphere and good vibes. Highly recommend!

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    21, its a pretty straight forward bar so I don't think they can stretch the 18 and over thing

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    Walls are covered in stickers and graffiti, which brings you right back into the grudge/punk era.

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