American Whiskey Midtown
This bi-level bar near MSG pairs private-barrel whiskeys with Southern tavern fare and a lively game-day crowd.
- Mon – Wed, 15:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu, 15:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri, 15:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 12:00 – 21:00
- Free Entry
- 247 W 30th St
- 4.2 (1226 reviews)
Description
Tucked onto West 30th Street just a block from Madison Square Garden, this Southern-influenced spot is both a prime pre-show pit stop and a high-energy game-day hub. The draw here is a serious whiskey program featuring a private Eagle Rare barrel and a strong showing from New York craft distillers. To match the pours, the kitchen turns out elevated tavern plates like hot chicken sliders, fried green tomatoes, braised short rib sandwiches, and house-smoked wings. Spanning spacious lounge and dining areas, the venue fills up fast during college football Saturdays and Knicks playoff runs, making reservations highly recommended if you want to bypass the queue outside.