Four New York Bars for Different Evenings

4.5 (164)

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

226 East 53rd Street

A quieter choice for conversation, this brick lined bistro pours its rotating wine list by the glass alongside classic cocktails and shareable flatbreads. Guests can sample pours before choosing a bottle. The intimate setting suits a low key date, though opinions on the wines vary.

4.7 (304)

Mon – Tue, Sun, 16:00 – 23:00; Wed – Sat, 16:00 – 00:00 (+1)

22-01 Jackson Ave

Inventive cocktails fill a tiny Long Island City bar with around six indoor tables. A clothing store is visible through the back wall, complicating the speakeasy impression. DJs sometimes play outside, while loud music indoors can make conversation difficult. The focus stays on playful drinks.

4.3 (25,844)

Mon – Thu, 12:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 02:30 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 01:00 (+1)

1150 Broadway

Unobstructed Empire State Building views distinguish this penthouse lounge and rooftop garden. Live music, global bites, and brunch add reasons to stay beyond the skyline. Visitors report a lively crowd and sometimes a long line outside. After sunset, the view reportedly becomes even more impressive.

4.4 (134)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 12:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1)

1630 2nd Avenue

Choose between a rotating tap pour, a flight, or bottles to take home at this Upper East Side taproom and bottle shop. More than 300 craft beers span the selection. Staff offer tap samples, while WiFi and outlets support laptop time. Atmosphere varies with the crowd.