Turtle Bay Tavern

A cozy Midtown East tavern pairing a lively sports-bar vibe with martinis, Guinness, and highly praised smash burgers.

  • Mon – Thu, 15:00 – 03:00 (+1); Fri, 15:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sat, 11:00 – 04:00 (+1); Sun, 11:00 – 03:00 (+1)
  • $$
  • 975 2nd Ave
  • 4.8 (344 reviews)

Description

Inside, the space pairs its screens with dimly lit lighting, making it as much of a spot for date nights as it is for meeting up with friends. The menu extends to huge-portion sandwiches, crispy shrimp, and fries, while the bar serves creative options like espresso martinis. On Saturdays and Sundays, the kitchen shifts to weekend brunch, all delivered by a service staff noted for its welcoming presence.