Came Christmas night, it was one of the few places open. Classic EV dive bar! Good beer selection and great music. Emily, the bartender was very kind. The owner ordered food for all those in the bar for Holidays. Have been a few times before, but will definitely be back. read more

Lucky - Dive Bars Near Me - New York, New York

The service was great! The mustard on those free dogs is amazing! You gotta have at least one with your so cheap drink!

MANHATTAN/East Village: Lucky is a great bar with specialty cocktails, regional beers, live music, events, and leashed and friendly dogs are allowed inside! The bar has a warmth to it with dim lighting, a long brick wall, and wood floors. Our bartender was awesome and let us know that the place gets packed at night, so we recommend visiting during the day with your dog. There is seating at the bar and a few tables in the back. You can bring your own food and they are open from Noon-4am daily! read more

Lucky - Dive Bars Near Me - New York, New York

This place is awesome if you're looking for a quick spot to get a cocktail. I came in during a happy hour and my wine was five dollars. We had the best Bartender. Abbey was incredible. She recommended so many activities. She was such a doll. Great service read more

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Female owned & operated dive bar with live music sometimes. They are one of the hosts of the annual HONK NYC activist street brass band festival. Good craft beer selection on tap, as well as traditional Belgian & German beers. Warm vibes : ) read more

Bartender is a delightful conversationalist and makes a great martini. LGBTQ+ friendly!

Love coming here just to chill, sit and mind my own business.. sometimes I meet cool ppl, sometimes I'm just not up for human interaction, but Lucky's offers space for both. Bartenders are always cool, offer great service and cater to my special needs(I require lots of water to go with my booze, and extra lime), and I make sure to top them properly.. this probably has a lot to do with them putting up with me.. TiP your bartenders. read more

If you exclude 80% of your business, does that mean you're in the business of responding to negative yelp reviews? Perhaps customer service and hospitality is not an industry you should be in. The market teaches you valuable life lessons in aadjustment. Also the bar is dingy, the beer is cheap, but you get what you pay for read more

Passed this bar with a friend and we decided we had to get a drink because we wanted to be lucky (again to retire ate - BE lucky not GET lucky) The place is small with a dim-lit vibe --we had an absolutely great conversation with the bartender who was so funny and sweet, took a quick tequila shot to fuel us and then we were on our way! January 27, 2023 read more

Some of the best times in the city can be had at Lucky. The stellar staff attracts a fun variety of customers, and the live music is top notch. read more

As someone who never brings my debit card out of the house I love a true dive bar that takes credit cards. The staff and regulars are friendly, the inside bar area is just as cozy cute as the outdoor area complete with a porch swing. I wish they carried Lagunitas but I can happily settle for the All Day IPA :) Pro tip: there's a crowd that comes here every Wednesday so if you're looking for a lively spot this is a great night to come in. read more

Lucky is a new bar in the East Village owned by a bartender who has been at it for years and it shows! I was part of an event that was being held here and definitely enjoyed the vibe that was going on. Abby the owner/bartender is engaging and friendly and knows how to pour a good drink. Cara too is just as awesome. The bar area and outdoor patio was clean as well as the bathroom which seems to be something people mention when reviewing this place. The bar itself was decorated nicely and kept dimly lit. One major plus here is their awesome jukebox. The jukebox here has mixes from various famous NYC bars Abby has tended and has a little bit of everything ranging from punk to alternative and everything in between. One thing that will bring me back for sure is the non pretentious attitude here. Nothings worse than a bar that treats you as if you don't belong there. Not here. You feel welcomed as if youve been a long time friend. I'd recommend this place and suggest you stop by. read more

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Came here during Santacon, since we were pretty much over the long lines and abundance of drunk Santa's and I have to say that it was the best choice we made all day. A quaint lil gem in the East Village where a lot of the locals go. A little dark, a little grimy but all the New York feels, nothing frou-frou about it. I love this place because it isn't super packed and the prices are super affordable compared to the surrounding bars around the area. The bartender Abby is on point, and let's you know exactly how it is which I had really appreciated. She always made sure we always had a drink in our hands. If you are ever in the East Village of New York you must come out to this place and support the local business. read more

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Not much has changed. New neon sign makes it easier to find. Some snack foods available. A G&T was $11 using Bombay gin which I thought was a little high. read more

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A most excellent little neighborhood bar and not at all a "dive bar".. to me a dive bar smells like skunked beer, has barf in the bathroom (and no toilet paper), and serves budweiser and shitty well drinks, and has a crop of old alchoholic dudes sprouting roots in the bar stools... Don't get me wrong, I do love me a good ole dive bar.. Lucky is just not that. Lucky is not pretentious. It's a nice little watering hole. Fun cocktail menu, local regional beers, cool bar staff, cute yard, awesome juke box, and dog friendly. What more could you want?! Woohoo! Oh and the frozen lemonade.. a bitchin margarita too! read more

Lucky - Dive Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Fantastic place. Best juke box ever. Gritty place with actual regulars who will engage you as if you were a regular. Outside garden is a bonus, but the bar is just fabulous. The owner was there when we went and couldn't have been more welcoming! Cross between a Brit pub and an old style NY bar. A MUST visit as it gets you out of the tourist joints and gives you a glimpse into the real NYC! read more

I really really really really miss drinking in Alphabet City. And so the other night I said to hell with it, masked up and went out. You guys, it was so strange, and I felt weird being around so many people, drinking outside (legally), but I have to say. The heart of the city is still beating strong down here. Anywho, after a pitcher + the obligatory cold quesadilla at east village social, and a few doubles + the (no joke) 1/2 bologna sandwich at 7B, we were about ready to check out. That's when I remembered about Lucky. I have to say, Lucky is not the first bar that I think of in ABC, but it always seems to come to mind when I hit ave B and the park. Its a solid, no-frills kind of place that ALWAYS gets the job done, and I have found it to be great as a pregame spot or as an end of the nightspot*. The staff is chill and the drinks are always on point. The new restrictions mean drinking in the front, but I have to say I don't mind that one bit, especially on Ave B. There is always something going on over in this sorta hard to get to area, and I have always appreciated it over here. Anywho, if you're looking for a spot for a solid drink at a solid price and happen to be in Alphabet City, you'd be hard-pressed to find a spot that will do you better than Lucky will. ______ *Careful though, the drinks are strong and cheap, I have 100% ended up with a hangover from night-capping here. This is of course of my own doing. read more

Would love to not leave any star because the lady working 10/29 was so rude to me and my friends. We were trying to decide what drinks to get and she said "are you going to order or just be on your phones?" We we're on our phones because it took her so long to get to us. And then she walked away without even asking us. Then when she finally came back after serving the rest of the bar, we asked for the pumpkin shots and she said "we're out" and walked away, not even taking the rest of our order! She was rude to everyone but at least gave others drinks where she wouldn't even work with us. I asked some people on our way out and they said she's not always the bartender which is good. This older lady was so bad! read more

I've been Lucy's few times with some friends. It is always good to be there and always a good times. The bar owed by such a sweet lady whose name is Abby. They have really nice selection of beers and cocktails. I only had beers. Lucky the ambiance of the place is so good always feels like home because of the owner is so nice. The bar has a backyard as well. We had a October fest with beer club friends and if the weather is nice, their backyard is really great. Hope we can have another event soon and go back there again read more

Came here Saturday night with a small group. GREAT intimate space, the patrons and bartender were super friendly and welcoming. We came in as strangers and made new friends. My only regret is that we don't live closer. read more

There are a number of great bars in the East Village and Lucky's is undoubtedly one of the gems in the area. The bartenders there are always incredibly friendly and pour great drinks and the place itself just makes you feel so welcome to be there. Definitely one of my go to spots in New York. read more

Great neighborhood and community spot. Fun, colorful events- great to see the east village alive. read more

While this is a lovely bar with wonderful thoughtful bartenders, one of whom I consider a dear friend, upon information, the owner is completely opposed to having air-conditioning at the bar during the summer. I don't understand the point of subjecting patrons to an uncomfortable environment and then expecting sales to happen as if by miracle. Yes one SHOULD support their local business but also people should support places that care for THEM. I write this on a night where it's 9:44pm, I could reasonably go to the bar and spend $40 plus, however in anticipation of being in a hot bar (on a day when I feel like I've been walking in a tepid gazpacho eh), the bar owners stubborn behavior compels me to go to a Brooklyn bar and have a night cap near home. Cheers & signing off --JB read more

Solid Dive bar with bonus given for back patio & kick ass CD jukebox Happy Hour gives you a powerful 2 for 1 beverage pow-pow. Pints are ample, choices aplenty enough for a dive bar. Check out the penny-laden bathroom! read more

Came here for a quick drink while waiting for someone. Happy hour runs till 8pm which is great as most places close it off an hour or two earlier. Tuesday evening and only a small scattering of people at the bar, however there was also plenty of table room in the back. Quickly ordered a pint on draft for $3. Great value! On top of that, they were running a special for a free shot to those who voted. Good on the bartender/owner who got me one without me even knowing this promotion existed. All in all good spot for a laid back affordable drink. They don't mind if you bring food either. read more

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The old lady that owns the place always seems miserable. Which clearly rubs off on the barmaids, who spend more time complaining about the neighborhood and their customers than making drinks and keeping the place neat and tidy. Far better bars in the area, skip this one. read more

On Saturday, my friends and I tried to go into this bar for a drink but were immediately met with hostility from the bar owner. Our one friend was dressed as Santa for Santacon and walked in with a drink, but was ready to throw it out. Immediately the owner started repeatedly screaming at us to "get the fuck out." She physically shoved our one friend and yelled that she didn't want any Santas. The owner had clearly been drinking, but I'm unsure how this bar stays in business when the owner is so disrespectful and mean to prospective customers. read more

Came in during Santa con and owner laid hands on my girlfriend. She had clearly been drinking but it was completely out of line. Our only intention was to patronize her bar but she was immediately hostile. Please do not support this behavior. read more

Honestly my Michelada was great but what was not great was the bartender (elderly white woman) complaining about people using the summer Tippler (such as myself). She complained that people did not tip, though we tipped and another woman at the same time as us tipped, but she proceeded to trash talk her because she left and did not finish her drink (which she paid for via Tippler AND tipped on). I also don't really like the fact that this is a Mexican place and there were no workers of color to be found. Update: She yelled at me and made me leave the bar! Removing one star for the disservice. Will be reaching out directly to the Tippler people. read more

One word: unprofessional. The drinks were good however the bartender was very antagonistic. It's funny: the owner says to go to other bars if you don't want to deal with her bad service. I wholeheartedly agree. Take your money somewhere else. No one needs to get yelled at. read more

At my arrival,I've asked the bartender (an elderly white woman)politely about an event I was invited to... her response was quite rude ...saying that this is it ...I thought,well maybe she is having a bad day/night. I've asked her to recommend me a tap beer of her choice ...and she gladly did . When i asked the name of the beer...she pointed her tongue between her V fingers and yelled something very rude(referring to the German beer she served me..3rd on beer menu). And yes,I tipped her . I proceeded to the event,which was held at the other end of the bar and purchased cd of one the artist offering. I do feel sad for people who are in agony or anger...doing what they do for living(referring to the bartender). I have the feeling that at Lucky ...is beyond that. So sad. read more

Normally never leave bad reviews but I've never felt more disrespected. On Thursday night me and my friends stumbled upon this bar walking down ave B and decided to walk in for a drink. The women bartender yells loudly for us to stop and give her IDs which we gladly do (all 24 year olds) we definitely were on the younger side of that bars demographic (mostly everyone looked to be in their 40s+) she approves our IDs and then proceeds to say loudly "this isn't your type of bar... maybe you should try next door" and proceeds to laugh with the other bartender. We were shocked and decided to walk out. On the way out we heard her exclaim "told their asses to leave" read more

Went there while in the neighborhood taking a training great bar great atmosphere what are the bad reviews about prissy little f. Ers Abby is great no complaints she lets you bring your own food beer is cold what more could you ask for I did notice the lack of Mexicans there just jokIng Abby don't hurt me read more

Lucky - Dive Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Best bar in NYC. Be grateful the owner kicks so many entitled kids out, it's why you'll have a great time there.

Five stars! Brilliant and excellent management! I cannot wait to take a trip up to NYC again to specifically hang at Lucky. Stay safe during the pandemic! read more

Lucky! Not only the name of this place! But how I felt finding it! A week before my annual holiday party, my original bar cancelled on me due to a scheduling conflict. Frantically I begin searching the EV for another place to host my group of thirty. I stumbled upon Lucky and contacted the owner, Abby via Yelp. Without hesitation she took us in, like baby Jesus on a cold night. The reviews here are clearly written by transplant brats because I had nothing but an amazing time with Abby. She was helpful, funny, kind, and a boss ass bitch. Lucky is small but roomy and cozy. It's a neighbourhood bar. You're in Alphabet City okay, you're not at 13 Step. The bartenders were attentive, polite, funny af and had great pours. Despite my Christmas party being an utter failure, everybody was nice as hell and still served my measly party. I was totally grateful. 10/10 rating from me. If you're expecting shitty waiter service and overpriced cocktails go to PDT. If you're expecting great service, a warm atmosphere and RAGING BITCH ON DRAFT! This is the place to be. They also have an amazing patio. Thanks for everything guys! read more

They advertise glitter shots at this bar, but don't bother. The bartender hates making them and will make that known to you. He was an absolute jerk to us, and promptly refused to serve our group after serving us 1 round of shots (we were not disorderly or disrespectful in case you were wondering - he was just lazy). Probably lost the bar a few hundred dollars of our business. We don't plan on returning, the service was terrible. EDIT: dear abby, it's impossible for that bartender to have made us over 20 shots because there were only 10 of us and he cut us off after the first round. As someone who is well experienced in NYC nightlife (I'm a native - are you???) I can only wish you better fortunes. The way you treat customers is unacceptable. Learn to take criticism. read more

I first came to Lucky on New Year's Eve 2017. I then proceeded to have the worst hangover of my life, but I credit Lucky to a great night. Let's breakdown how it began. New Year's Eve rolls around and it's the coldest it's been in years. I'm talking negatives, guys. So clearly my girlfriend and I are not going strolling through town and bar hopping. We are finding one spot and one spot only. This will be where we welcome the New Year. So I open up and Yelp and look for bars around the East Village, hoping to find a newish place that won't be too crowded. Lucky had a sign on their page that said Muggles weren't allowed so obviously they won me over. We roll in and NYC is oddly quiet this night. Most people are probably celebrating at home because of how bitter it was. The bar has a few people in it and we find seats at the bar and begin to drink the night away. I'm pumping dollar after dollar into the jukebox because this wonderful machine has salvaged the greatest hits from bars long since gone from the neighborhood. I'm timing it so that Pump It Up by Costello rolls on at midnight exactly and folks, it sure as hell did. Now I'm a big guy who can handle his liquor, so you might wonder why I proceeded to have one of the worst hangovers of my life. Well, Abby is pouring champagne out for everyone as you do on NYE and she's out of flutes. I, however, had just finished my beer and say she can pour me some in there. She did. She poured the pint glass full of champagne and I drank it up. My girlfriend is a little bit of a lightweight and she's also very drunk at this point. We catch an uber home and wake up in the morning having forgotten to drink any water whatsoever. A sliver of sunlight wakes us up like it's a nuclear bomb detonating over the east river. We can't cook in this state so we find a Mexican brunch spot the next day and began our foodblog which led us on a ton of great adventures. Lucky is one of the best bars this side of St. Marks in Alphabet city. Hands down. I've never had a bad experience and everybody is freaking amazing. We've since gone back a dozen or so times from that one night, and am very happy to have found Lucky. You should be lucky you found Lucky, too. read more

Update in response to Abby L-- you're right. We maybe should have called ahead. That has absolutely nothing to do with the lack of professionalism on the part of the bartender. A big group shouldn't mean he gets to be nasty. If you actually read the whole review instead of just picking which bits best suit your sarcastic narrative, you'd see there was no issue with speed of service. The issue was with his complete disinterest in going to the basement to get more of an ingredient (thus my sarcastic comment which appears to have sailed right over you) and his garbage attitude. No one yelled at him or demanded he hurry up -- they just asked for drinks he didn't feel like making, and he was very liberal with his opinions on the matter. If being rude to customers and responding to every negative review on Yelp with defensive sarcasm is your schtick, hey go for it. It works for some places. Just don't be shocked when you inevitably close down because people don't feel like being yelled at or ignored by your staff on a night out. ----------------------------------------------- Interesting bar. My friend wanted to come here as part of her birthday party celebration for the glitter shots. Yes we were part of a big crew and yes we are mostly millenials who wanted our Instagram-worthy drinks (two things I realize can be deeply annoying, especially on a Friday night), but we were also a super friendly and polite group, no one was drunk and obnoxious, and the bar wasn't that busy yet (it was only 9:30). The birthday girl ordered a round of glitter shots and the clearly-happy-with-his-life bartender quite literally yelled in her face that he'd have to go downstairs to get one of the ingredients, and why didn't she order a REAL drink, like tequila? (The irony of that was not lost on me, same as his checker patterned shirt.) Honestly? I think it was his misguided attempt at a little humor, but the delivery was poor and it went over like a fart in church. Instead of realizing his joke didn't quite hit the mark, he doubled down on his salty attitude and started ignoring people and refusing to make drinks after he had to go all the way to the basement for the rumchata. The birthday girl is a sweetheart and apologized for upsetting him but nah fam, this guy was not here to make her birthday a nice one. Despite having no energy to go to the basement for rumchata, he had lots of energy to run out to the backyard area and snipe to everyone who would listen that one of the guys in the party didn't tip him. He must've eaten a Snickers in between or something. All the one star reviews on this place about shit service are sadly accurate. Go to Mother of Pearl for your Instagram-worthy drinks and 7B or Double Down if you want a gdive bar experience. read more

Great dog friendly bar in East Village! Great choice of beers and cocktails. Great drinks, great vibes!!! read more

Lucky - Love this bar! Dog friendly, chill, and Sandy's the best!!! - Dive Bars Near Me - New York, New York

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