7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's): The East Village Dive Bar

7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's) is a bar at 108 Avenue B in Manhattan, reasonable prices. This long-running, no-nonsense neighborhood spot keeps things straightforward. Beyond the counter, it houses an old-school photobooth alongside a CD jukebox that patrons highlight as a standout feature.

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Is it worth the trip?

Yes — 7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's) is a bar at 108 Avenue B in Manhattan, rated 4.3 out of 5 across Google reviews. The short version: reasonable prices. This long-running, no-nonsense neighborhood spot keeps things straightforward. Beyond the counter, it houses an old-school photobooth alongside a CD jukebox that patrons highlight as a standout feature. Film and television fans will likely recognize the room from its screen appearances, most notably in the Netflix series Jessica Jones. The schedule is 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM every day, so the visit fits an ordinary afternoon rather than a planned night out. The order matters more than the list: start with whatever the room is drinking, ask the bartender what is on the house list, and keep the first round simple. A counter seat gets you served faster than a table at peak, and the check arrives when you ask rather than when you are done. It sits at 108 Avenue B in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.


Quick facts

7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's) is a bar at 108 Avenue B, Manhattan, New York. Hours: Mon: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Tue: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Wed: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Thu: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Fri: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM. The schedule does not change across the week, so a mid-afternoon visit and an evening one run the same way. Good to know: reasonable prices. Phone: (212) 677-6742. Rating: 4.3 out of 5 across Google reviews. Website: https://www.facebook.com/7bHorseshoeBarAkaVazacs/.


What do regulars say?

Regulars put 7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's) at 4.3 out of 5 across Google reviews, and the comments repeat the same handful of details rather than a long list of complaints. The bar serves up fairly priced drinks with generally attentive service, though visitor reviews suggest the friendliness of the atmosphere can vary depending on the day of the week. What comes up most is reasonable prices, which shapes how the visit feels more than the menu does. Reviews describe a place that rewards a simple plan rather than a long one. The order matters more than the list: start with whatever the room is drinking, ask the bartender what is on the house list, and keep the first round simple. A counter seat gets you served faster than a table at peak, and the check arrives when you ask rather than when you are done. It sits at 108 Avenue B in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Tue: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Wed: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Thu: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Fri: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, so the two questions worth settling before you travel are the day and the time.

How does ordering work?

Ordering is straightforward once you know the pattern: reasonable prices. You queue, you say what you want, you pay, and the food arrives at the counter or the table depending on the setup, which is why the door-to-table time stays short even at the lunch rush. If you are with a group, send one person to hold a table while another orders — the queue moves faster than the kitchen does. The order matters more than the list: start with whatever the room is drinking, ask the bartender what is on the house list, and keep the first round simple. A counter seat gets you served faster than a table at peak, and the check arrives when you ask rather than when you are done. It sits at 108 Avenue B in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Tue: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Wed: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Thu: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Fri: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, so the two questions worth settling before you travel are the day and the time.

When should I go?

7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's) keeps one set of hours: Mon: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Tue: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Wed: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Thu: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Fri: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM. Film and television fans will likely recognize the room from its screen appearances, most notably in the Netflix series Jessica Jones. The bar serves up fairly priced drinks with generally attentive service, though visitor reviews suggest the friendliness of the atmosphere can vary depending on the day of the week. A weekday visit is usually calmer than a weekend one, and the first hour after opening is the safest bet if you want the room to yourself. The order matters more than the list: start with whatever the room is drinking, ask the bartender what is on the house list, and keep the first round simple. A counter seat gets you served faster than a table at peak, and the check arrives when you ask rather than when you are done.


Before you go

Is 7B Horseshoe Bar (Vazac's) cash only? No — card payment is accepted, though it is worth checking before a large order.
Do I need a reservation? No — walk in and order at the counter.
Can I take the food to go? Ask at the counter; takeout is not guaranteed at every hour.
What are the hours? Mon: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Tue: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Wed: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Thu: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Fri: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sat: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM, Sun: 12:00 PM – 4:00 AM.
Where exactly is it? 108 Avenue B, Manhattan, New York, reachable at (212) 677-6742.
What should I order first? Start with whatever the counter is known for — reasonable prices — and keep the order short on a first visit.
Is it good for a group? Yes, though the room is small, so a group should arrive early or split up.
What if the line is long? The queue moves quickly because the order is taken at the counter.
Can I call ahead? Yes — (212) 677-6742 is the number the counter answers, and a quick call settles whether today's hours differ from the posted ones.
Is the schedule the same every day? Yes — one set of hours covers the whole week.
What should I check before leaving? Two things: the day's hours and the payment setup. Both are listed above, and both are the usual reasons a trip gets wasted.
Is it worth a special trip? If you are already in Manhattan, yes; the visit is short by design, so it fits into a larger afternoon rather than replacing it.


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