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    Dive Bar Lounge

    3.5 (86 reviews)
    InexpensiveGay Bars, Dive Bars
    Closed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Very loud
    Casual
    Good for dancing
    Happy hour specials

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    Best bartender in New York! Shoutout to Brent!

    Friend and I came here for a nightcap on a Sunday cause they closed late and immediately got one of the friendliest greetings ever. Brent their bartender was amazing! He made us feel welcomed and special on top of giving us recommendations and whipping up some fire drinks. We'll definitely be back just for Brent!

    Preacher, amazing bartender!

    If in NYC you must visit DBL, a neighborhood gem on 10th ave offering $5 Margaritas and outdoor seating. Preacher is ready to dance the night away and serve looks. No food at this location drinks only.

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    Adam C.

    Overcharged us for our drinks by about $5 compared to the signage clearly shown out front. Charged us $6 for drafts when it says $4 and $7 for wells when it also says $4. Not the end of the world, but probably won't be coming back with so many other options in the neighborhood. Not a cute look for a local gay bar to be taking advantage of locals who are trying to support you.

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    Bonnie R.

    We were reluctant to go to Dive Bar Lounge because of the poor reviews, but it was the only bar open close to where we were, so we popped in. Contrary to the other reviews, our service was quite good. The bartender, bouncer, etc. were all very friendly and helpful. There were very few people in the place and we opted for patio seating because of the beautiful night. Drinks were inexpensive and bar was no frills, hence the name. I would easily revisit when in the area.

    Reggie M.

    The Dive Bar Lounge or DBL as we fondly call it, is the new gay bar addition to the Hell's Kitchen area. This place has been transformed numerous times, but I'm sensing this time it will stick around for a while. We love coming over here during happy hour, $5 frozen margarita on a hot spring days. $3 draft beer and well drinks. On a nice day you can sit at outside tables. This is really a great place to start a night.

    Jerry C.

    Although the restrooms are too new and clean (for now) for a dive bar, Dive Bar Lounge or DBL still qualifies. The pour cheap liquor is $4 all the time. $4 drafts are Bud, Bud Light, Stella and DBL House Dark. The Dark was pretty smooth and decent after 3 frozen margaritas at $5 each. For some reason well margarita on the rocks are more expensive than the frozen ones and the $4 wells. Isn't it the same bottom shelf tequila? DBL is the third gay bar to open on this 10th Avenue block and the only one that managed to get sidewalk tables to hang out during good weather. Is this the new 9th Avenue Hells Kitchen gayborhood?

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    I have been going to DBL for years. They're had some amazing bartenders and their drink prices are great. DBL is always a good time!

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    Relaxing vibes, and lots of seating. Felt like visiting "our neighborhood bar" even though we aren't from NY

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    This bar is one of my favorite bar in Hell's Kitchen. The drinks are good and affordable. Staff are friendly. Love them.

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    Local 42

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    4.4(45 reviews)
    0.3 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District

    Been doing "Dive Bars" in NYC for decades, so I thought I'd stop in based on the 4.5* ratings. I…read moreWAS BLOWN AWAY! There is nothing like this place! I had the good fortune of being taken care of by Adam, the owner, an extremely welcoming and knowledgeable host. The bourbon selection is absolutely 10/10. He has vintage and specialty bottles, all priced clearly by the oz., that are really beyond imagination. Trust me on this one.. you WILL NOT be disappointed. After savoring 4 vintage bourbons, I had their very delicious Reuben with onion rings. Cannot wait to return!

    Ok if you wanna ball on a budget and be in midtown come here! $9 for a freaking burger? Unheard of…read moreanywhere in the city unless you know a guy. The mozzarella sticks said 5 of them but we got four of them. They were good none the less. ::bathroom alert:: Very clean bathroom. I was very happy about this because I had just ate. There was tons of soap, it smelled nice in there. The beer and shot special under $10 in the city? Haven't seen that in awhile. The beers are super cheap here as well. They feel like old NY prices! Can't complain. They have four booths in the back maybe it was three. I did notice one of the hanging lights was from an 80s pizza hut joint. Letting you know now the paper towels for your face at the table felt like jail toliet paper, very rough. The bar doesn't have bar stools with backs! You either need to get one or two tables by their mini kitchen, very hot there not recommended for preimenopause or menopausal women or one of the booths. This is a great bar they played 60s music a lot. Heard some weird al too! Very random and fun place to be. The bartender was nice as well as security! Try the burger! Worth the $9!!

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    Local 42 - Every one was better than the next. Worth every penny.

    Every one was better than the next. Worth every penny.

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    Who knew a random Tuesday could feel like such a vibe? From the moment you walk up and give the…read morepassword to get in, you instantly feel like you're part of something special. The whole experience is fun, a little mysterious, and honestly just exciting. The inside is just as stylish as the staff--everyone fits the energy perfectly and makes the night even better. And the food? Surprisingly really good, not just an afterthought like most spots like this. Definitely one of those places that turns an ordinary night into something memorable.

    The Woo Woo is loud and touristy--and honestly, that kind of sums it up…read more They market it as a speakeasy, which... technically yes. You need a password (easy to find online), and you go through a hidden door down a staircase. But it feels more like a novelty than anything else. NYC has way more iconic speakeasies, so this isn't somewhere I'd go out of my way for more than once. Nothing wrong with the vibe--it's Times Square, so you already know what you're getting--but it's definitely a one-and-done kind of spot. The drinks are good and super fun, but they're very extra (smoke, presentation, all that), so between that and how packed it gets, it can take a while just to get one cocktail. Didn't try the food. Overall, go for the pics and TikToks--it's perfect for that. I'd recommend checking it out once, but I don't really see it being a repeat spot.

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