Four After-Work Bars from Morningside Heights to Harlem

4.6 (235)

Mon – Wed, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Thu – Sat, 16:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1)

998 Amsterdam Ave

Low lights and warm wood frame a vast selection of American whiskeys in this small, dark bar. Creative twists include an Old Fashioned finished with a dried Peruvian sand worm, alongside cocktails such as the Penicillin, simple tavern fare and a few select beers.

4.2 (822)

Mon – Wed, 11:30 – 01:00 (+1); Thu – Fri, 11:30 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 00:00 (+1)

2867 Broadway, New York, NY 10025, USA

This family-owned, multi-level spot pairs pint-sized margaritas and tequila-inspired cocktails with Tex-Mex pub plates such as wings, quesadillas and tacos. The main dining rooms lead up to a rooftop just off Broadway, and the setting stays family-friendly.

4.5 (488)

Mon – Wed, Sun, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1); Thu – Sat, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1)

2194 Frederick Douglass Blvd

Founded by Aaron Baird and Karen Cantor, the team behind Double Dutch, Chipped Cup and Lenox Coffee, this narrow bar pours strong cocktails and craft beer with shared bites. Trivia Tuesdays anchor the week, and a backyard patio adds room for groups.

4.6 (267)

Mon – Wed, 17:00 – 23:30; Thu, 17:00 – 00:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 15:00 – 23:30

2164 Frederick Douglass Blvd

James Beard award-winning chef Serena Bass runs the kitchen, sending out Asian-influenced plates such as chicken katsu sliders and cold noodles. Co-owner Kwame mixes drinks like the Tin Tiger and Lychee Martini, and a cozy back patio sits behind the chic room.