Sour Mouse: A Lower East Side Basement Full Of Bar Games

Sour Mouse is a bar at 110 Delancey St, Lower Level in Manhattan, 21+ after 8pm thu-sat, follow on ig for lineup. An unassuming, artsy basement layout gives the venue plenty of room to spread out. Beyond billiards and ping pong, the games floor includes beer pong, foosball, and life-size board games alongside pizza and drinks.

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Is it worth the trip?

Yes — Sour Mouse is a bar at 110 Delancey St, Lower Level in Manhattan, rated 4.6 out of 5 across Google reviews. The short version: 21+ after 8pm thu-sat, follow on ig for lineup. An unassuming, artsy basement layout gives the venue plenty of room to spread out. Beyond billiards and ping pong, the games floor includes beer pong, foosball, and life-size board games alongside pizza and drinks. Sets rotate between DJs, comedy shows, and local music lineups, preserving an easygoing atmosphere for group hangouts. The schedule is spread across the week, with 1 service days, 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 110 Delancey St, Lower Level in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip.


Quick facts

Sour Mouse is a bar at 110 Delancey St, Lower Level, Manhattan, New York. Hours: Mon-Wed: 4 PM - 1 AM; Thu: 4 PM - 2 AM; Fri: 4 PM - 4 AM; Sat: 3 PM - 4 AM; Sun: 3 PM - 1 AM. Hours differ by day, so check the day you plan to travel rather than assuming the weekend pattern. Good to know: 21+ after 8pm thu-sat, follow on ig for lineup. Phone: (646) 585-6316. Rating: 4.6 out of 5 across Google reviews. Website: https://www.sourmousenyc.com.


What do regulars say?

Regulars put Sour Mouse at 4.6 out of 5 across Google reviews, and the comments repeat the same handful of details rather than a long list of complaints. Note that entry turns 21+ after 8pm Thursday through Saturday. What comes up most is 21+ after 8pm thu-sat, follow on ig for lineup, 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 110 Delancey St, Lower Level in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon-Wed: 4 PM - 1 AM; Thu: 4 PM - 2 AM; Fri: 4 PM - 4 AM; Sat: 3 PM - 4 AM; Sun: 3 PM - 1 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: 21+ after 8pm thu-sat, follow on ig for lineup. You queue, you say what you want, you pay, and the food arrives at the counter or the table depending on the setup. 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 110 Delancey St, Lower Level in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon-Wed: 4 PM - 1 AM; Thu: 4 PM - 2 AM; Fri: 4 PM - 4 AM; Sat: 3 PM - 4 AM; Sun: 3 PM - 1 AM, so the two questions worth settling before you travel are the day and the time.

When should I go?

Sour Mouse keeps a weekly schedule: Mon-Wed: 4 PM - 1 AM; Thu: 4 PM - 2 AM; Fri: 4 PM - 4 AM; Sat: 3 PM - 4 AM; Sun: 3 PM - 1 AM. Sets rotate between DJs, comedy shows, and local music lineups, preserving an easygoing atmosphere for group hangouts. Note that entry turns 21+ after 8pm Thursday through Saturday. 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. It sits at 110 Delancey St, Lower Level in Manhattan, close enough to fold into an ordinary walk rather than a dedicated trip. Hours run Mon-Wed: 4 PM - 1 AM; Thu: 4 PM - 2 AM; Fri: 4 PM - 4 AM; Sat: 3 PM - 4 AM; Sun: 3 PM - 1 AM, so the two questions worth settling before you travel are the day and the time.


Before you go

Is Sour Mouse 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-Wed: 4 PM - 1 AM; Thu: 4 PM - 2 AM; Fri: 4 PM - 4 AM; Sat: 3 PM - 4 AM; Sun: 3 PM - 1 AM.
Where exactly is it? 110 Delancey St, Lower Level, Manhattan, New York, reachable at (646) 585-6316.
What should I order first? Start with whatever the counter is known for — 21+ after 8pm thu-sat, follow on ig for lineup — 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 — (646) 585-6316 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? No — the days differ, so check the one you plan to travel.
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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