Four Manhattan Bars for After Work

4.5 (1,371)

Mon – Wed, 17:00 – 01:00 (+1); Thu – Fri, 17:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sun, 16:00 – 01:00 (+1)

48 W 17th St

Ring the doorbell for a Chelsea parlor with velvet seating and curtained booths. Pull chain service brings craft cocktails. The back bar often accommodates guests without reservations, while booths can be reserved for a more private evening.

4.6 (227)

Mon – Sun, 17:30 – 00:00 (+1)

17 E 13th St

Southeast Asian cocktails and Singaporean street snacks shape this Union Square speakeasy. The warm interior evokes a tree house and a folklore cabin, with a whiskey selection alongside creative drinks. Doors open daily at 5:30 PM.

4.8 (260)

Mon – Thu, 14:00 – 23:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 00:00 (+1); Sun, 14:00 – 22:00

203 W 19th St

Rotating taps and a broad craft beer selection make this Chelsea bottle shop and bar a quieter option for a drink alone or with a friend. Ask the staff for help choosing a style.

4.4 (83)

Thu – Sat, 18:00 – 22:00

244 W 14th St

Cocktails accompany an interactive play with overlapping storylines in this lounge. Expect ticketed entry and mixed reviews of the narrative and sound. Open Thursday through Saturday from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Check show availability before booking.