Classic dive bar near Times Square offers boxing memorabilia and cheap beer in a cozy, unpretentious space. Regulars include jazz musicians and Broadway performers who enjoy the unbeatable jukebox playing old school tunes.
Classic dive bar vibe with walls covered in boxing memorabilia and classic photos. It offers an old-fashioned feel right near Times Square.
Good to know
$4 pints are available all day, with draft beer costing $3.
A vaccination card and ID proof must be shown to enter.
You must be above 21 to enter the place.
Narrow, crowded bar buzzes with punk graffiti and rowdy atmosphere. Energetic punk rock music fuels lively chats over phones. Affordable drinks and a skater-friendly vibe make it a cozy, classic dive spot.
Offers a classic skater-friendly vibe with a laid-back atmosphere and affordable drinks. The bar feels rough and rowdy yet chill, perfect for a casual night out with a punk dive bar playlist.
Good to know
The prices are super cheap compared to the rest of the city.
Beware of using cards here due to hidden charges.
The establishment stays open late for night owls.
Dive bar boasts affordable prices and a friendly atmosphere. Cozy vibe invites casual games like pool table and foosball. Multiple TV screens and music create a chill atmosphere perfect for relaxed evenings.
Offers a classic dive bar vibe with a friendly atmosphere and affordable prices, especially during happy hour.
Good to know
The bar has the cheapest pool table in the area.
Happy hour offers very decent pricing on drinks.
The Icehouse features non-tourist priced drinks.
Classic honky-tonk bar with a friendly vibe and live music on weekends. Enjoy old school dive bar charm with great service and games like darts and dice. Popular hot dogs and outdoor seating add to the relaxed atmosphere.
Offers a great old school dive bar feel with usually great service. Feels like a nice little dive bar spot.
Good to know
Karaoke is on Tuesday; arrive early as the list fills up quickly.
Live music is available on weekends with bands every other weekend.
The bar is less than 3 blocks from the M Train at Fresh Pond Road.
Old, narrow dive bar shines with authentic vibe and skilled bartenders. Neon lighting and alternative decor create a warm atmosphere. Jukebox plays everything from heavy metal to jazz, adding a nostalgic touch.
Classic, no-frills setup defines this historic dive bar with a strong jukebox and skilled bartenders. It stands as one of the last true dive bars with a solid, authentic vibe.
Good to know
The bar opens at 8:15am and closes at 3:15am.
Cash is required for all transactions at the bar.
The $6 rock & shot combo is available until they run out.
Narrow pub with a classic dive bar vibe and a treehouse-style second floor offers a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Affordable drinks and shuffleboard keep locals and transplants entertained. Outdoor seating adds to the casual, fun feel.
Offers a classic dive bar vibe with fair drink prices and a shuffleboard for entertainment. Outdoor seating adds to the casual, fun atmosphere.
Good to know
This bar is the only one within a 2-mile radius that is open past 12:30 AM.
The price of the Guinness pints is $7, which is a steal in the Tribeca area.
No drinks are allowed outside past a certain time.
Small venue with cozy vibe and sports memorabilia feels like a true dive bar. Frequent live music and cheap canned beers keep the atmosphere unpretentious and local. Multiple TVs show sports, drawing a diverse crowd.
Offers a classic dive bar vibe with a neighborhood feel and a cool, unpretentious atmosphere.
Good to know
Live music is available on Friday evenings.
Tax is included in the beer prices.
The snack menu and entrees are limited.
Dive bar with a super friendly vibe and live music every night. Small venue supports local punk and metal acts. Outdoor area with cornhole adds to the chill, fun atmosphere.
Feels like a dirty dive bar with a super friendly vibe. Hosts great acts every night.
Good to know
Bingo night happens every Thursday with the promoter calling numbers.
Parking is convenient, located less than a block away.
An ATM across from the bar charges a $4 fee for withdrawals.
Long, narrow bar with wood-paneled walls offers a cozy, vintage vibe. Heated backyard patio adds relaxed community energy and plenty of seating. Feels like a classic Chicago dive bar with friendly owners and nostalgic decor.
Feels like a typical local dive bar with a laid-back vibe. Features a cool back patio area and channels the spirit of a Chicago dive bar in NYC.
Good to know
Be prepared to wait to take a leak due to the single toilet.
The venue is dog friendly.
There are both indoor and outdoor seating options.
Small dive bar buzzes with live local bands and a lively atmosphere full of laughter and dancing. Offers a wide selection of beers and top-notch music from skilled musicians. Arcade games and pool tables add to the fun, making it perfect for casual drinks and socializing.
Lively and chaotic with a music-filled, laughter-rich atmosphere. Offers many different beers and features proficient musicians playing top-notch music.
Good to know
Mr Beery's supports local musicians and hosts charity events regularly.
The bar gets crowded easily, especially on weekends.
Live music events are scheduled frequently, enhancing the bar's atmosphere.
Small bar and grill with rock memorabilia and a dive bar vibe that skips the usual ick. Feels like a hometown gathering where live local bands add lively energy. Serves great food and drinks in a welcoming, relaxed spot.
Offers a rock atmosphere with a solid dive bar vibe that avoids the usual dive bar drawbacks. Serves great food alongside drinks.
Good to know
The bar has good food, great drinks, and great music.
Prices are reasonable for food and drinks.
It's a nice little place off the beaten path.
Wood floors and a tin ceiling create a cozy atmosphere while loud punk and metal music fuels a Rock 'n Roll jukebox vibe. Friendly locals enjoy playing pool on a spacious table and bartenders serve simple drinks with a no-frills style.
Heavy metal and punk music play on the jukebox, setting a delightfully unapologetic vibe. A good pool table and super nice bartenders add to the classic dive bar feel.
Good to know
The $6 tin and shot special is available.
After 10 PM, the bar becomes jammed packed.
For 5 dollars, you can choose 10 songs on the jukebox.
Bar blends cozy lighting with a dive bar vibe and 90s hits. Seating includes an 11-seat wooden bar and outdoor space by water. Atmosphere stays low key but fun, growing lively after midnight.
Offers a chill dive bar vibe with a clean setting. Feels like a solid, little dive bar that keeps things simple and relaxed.
Good to know
Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with half-price drinks.
The dive bar does not serve food, but you can bring your own.
Getting a table can be difficult during peak hours.
Tiny basement dive bar offers a cozy atmosphere with trashy decor and loud club techno music. Wide beer selection includes Belgian and sour options. Space feels like a speakeasy with simple, intense vibes.
A tiny basement spot blends dive bar vibe with a speakeasy feel. It serves an assortment of beers but keeps the dive bar simplicity.
Good to know
The entrance to the bar is downstairs with a black door to the left of the obvious 124 street address.
The dive bar opens at 4pm.
The bar only serves beer and wine, no hard liquor.
Bar and grill offers cheap beer and free hot dogs in a laid-back vibe. Small, crowded space with touchscreen jukebox fuels an authentic, lively crowd. Known as a legendary dive bar, it keeps an iconic, affordable spirit alive near a busy area.
Offers a strong dive bar vibe with cheap pitchers and a legendary reputation. Represents one of the last true dive bars near a busy area, keeping an iconic and affordable spirit alive.
Good to know
Rudy's has all day happy hour with great drink specials.
The bar is cash only, so bring cash for drinks.
Pints start from $3, making it one of the cheapest in the city.
Red exterior and hip decor create a lively, homey dive bar with a clean, classic vibe. Backyard patio and pinball machines add fun, while a crowd in their 20s and 30s keeps energy high. Free popcorn boosts the unpretentious, welcoming feel.
Cleanliness stands out in this unpretentious dive bar that keeps things simple. The cool decor adds a bit of charm to a solid, classic dive bar vibe.
Good to know
Happy hour offers discounted drinks from 4-7pm on weekdays.
The bar is open late, making it a good late-night spot.
The venue does not serve food, but you can bring in outside food.
Bar blends pet-friendly vibe with a quintessential Brooklyn dive feel. Dogs roam off leash in a spacious backyard while rock and mellow punk fuel a rad as hell energy. Shuffleboard and pinball keep the fun casual and lively.
Offers a quintessential Brooklyn dive bar vibe with a casual, unpolished atmosphere. Caters to adorable pups and keeps a rad as hell energy throughout.
Good to know
Great music every Tuesday night.
Happy hour starts early and they have good prices.
You must buy a drink as soon as you enter or you will be asked to leave.
Small Irish pub with intimate atmosphere and perfectly poured Guinness offers a true dive bar vibe. Warm, friendly energy and sidewalk tables create a cozy, neighborhood feel. Music adds to the inviting, no-frills experience.
Offers a classic dive bar vibe with a neighborhood feel. Serves as a straightforward spot without pretension.
Good to know
Trinity Pub does not serve food, but customers can bring their own.
The bar is located in a nice neighborhood, ideal for a casual visit.
Dive bar offers a cozy interior with a lax vibe that welcomes locals and dogs. Games like arcade and shuffleboard add fun to the relaxed setting. Energy grows from quiet to a lively party late at night.
A quintessential neighborhood dive bar with a cute vibe tucked away in a quiet area. It feels low-key and unpretentious, perfect for a casual drink.
Good to know
Happy Hour is until 8pm every day.
The drinks are priced decently.
The bar mainly attracts local clients.
Sports bar boasts high ceilings and a backyard for a chill vibe. Dive bar feel shines with its no frills and simple setting. Games like pinball and pool keep the fun flowing in a laid-back space.
No frills and straightforward, this spot nails the classic dive bar vibe. It offers a simple, unpretentious setting that fits the neighborhood well.
Good to know
There is usually a live DJ on Saturdays.
Bar blends retro 80's dive style with a cozy, spare design and a lush backyard patio. Bathrooms are the cleanest dive bar bathrooms you'll find, adding to its cool Midwest dive vibe in Brooklyn. Weekdays stay chill, weekends get lively with a DJ.
Bathrooms stand out as the cleanest dive bar bathrooms around. The vibe feels like a Midwest dive bar transplanted to Brooklyn, giving it a cool little dive bar atmosphere.
Good to know
There is fun music with a DJ on Saturday nights.
The core list of cocktails is priced between $10 and $12.
The space is pretty cramped, especially during peak hours on Friday and Saturday.
Small dive bar offers a local feel with a long bar and quirky decorations. Sports games on TV and in the outdoor backyard create a lively, friendly vibe. Crowd chats and shares moments, making it a true hangout spot.
Classic dive bar vibe with a local feel and a spot for watching games and emotional moments.
Good to know
There are two restrooms located at the back of the bar.
The bar is open at 4 a.m.
The bar shows sports.
Nautical-themed bar offers cheap drinks and two pool tables for dive bar fans. Music shifts from punk and indie by day to modern pop at night, creating a laid-back vibe. Menu includes vegan and nonvegan bites with great service and occasional live shows.
Cheap drinks and two pool tables set the scene. The music leans heavy metal and punk, with great service and surprisingly good food, including salads.
Good to know
Expect some wait time if you go during the evening or weekend.
The kitchen closes at 1:30 am on weekends.
The lunch special beer and burger costs $13.
Classic dive bar with pool table and jukebox offers a laid-back atmosphere where locals and visitors mix. Space feels small and cozy, perfect for hanging out or people watching. Prices stay fair, and vibe stays relaxed even when crowded on weekends.
Classic dive bar vibe with a jukebox and pool table. Offers a laid-back atmosphere and good energy.
Good to know
The happy hour price for PBR is $2.50.
The restaurant only accepts cash.
The establishment charges $12 for a pickle back.
Neighborhood dive bar offers billiards and darts with plenty of TVs for sports fans. Friendly regulars and a jukebox create a welcoming vibe. Music shifts from loud hip hop during events to easygoing tunes for relaxing.
An ideal neighborhood dive bar with billiards, darts, and plenty of TVs. It features a jukebox and friendly regulars, creating a classic Irish dive bar vibe.
Good to know
The pub has a $20 minimum for card payments, so bring cash if possible.
Bingo night happens every Wednesday at 7pm with no entry fee.
Happy hour runs from 5-7pm on weekdays with discounted drinks.
Old school bar shines with classic dive bar vibe and live music that energizes the night. Friendly crowd and pool table invite casual fun. Nostalgic cigarette machine adds charm to a fresh, clean atmosphere.
Offers a classic dive bar vibe with a pool table and darts for casual fun.
Good to know
No food is available at Gunther's Tap Room.
Gunther's Tap Room has a unique literary history.
It is a popular spot for late-night outings.
Local dive bar with a welcoming atmosphere and coldest beer on the island. Cash-only spot favored by regulars, offering a quiet vibe early in the evening. Unpretentious and full of cast of characters.
Offers a local vibe with a straightforward, unpretentious atmosphere. Serves as a classic dive bar spot favored by regulars.
Good to know
Only cash payments are accepted; plan accordingly.
Bar packed with authentic metal memorabilia and unique decor like coffins and electric chairs creates a hardcore metal vibe. Affordable drinks make it a true cheap dive bar with raw energy. Music focuses on heavy metal and hard rock, drawing a dedicated crowd.
A cheap little dive bar with a metal and punk vibe and a unique, raw energy. Decor feels like Nicolas Cage’s house, creating a chill spot to let loose.
Good to know
There is a $20 card minimum for the bar.
The beers are $3 during happy hour.
Drinks cost $4.
Bar blends eclectic Americana decor with a laid-back vibe that shines in South Slope. Multiple screens show baseball and movies, while board games and craft beers keep locals entertained inside. Outdoor seating welcomes families, making it a true neighborhood spot.
A nice little dive bar with a vibe that stands out in the South Slope area. It holds its own among the best dive bars in Brooklyn.
Good to know
Every Wednesday night at 9pm is karaoke night.
This dive bar may be the only place open late on 7th Ave.
This is the only place in New York still selling $1 slices.
Neighborhood bar offers a cheerful atmosphere with friendly patrons and versatile seating. Dive bar vibe shines through lots of TVs and classic games like cards and dominoes. Entertainment includes PS5 gaming and an internet jukebox for nonstop fun.
Lots of bar seating and plenty of TVs create a classic dive bar vibe. Clean bathrooms, a digital jukebox, vending machine, and games like cards and dominoes add to the local feel.
Good to know
Tonight is karaoke night at the pub with no cover charge.
Tomorrow is game night featuring consoles and board games.
The next Christmas party is scheduled for December 15th.