# Dive bars in New York

> You want a place where the drinks are straightforward and the environment stays unpretentious.

Source: https://www.atly.com/united-states/new-york/best-dive-bar

## Places (29)

### 1. Clockwork Bar

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.

- Address: 21 Essex St, New York, NY 10002, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/ClockworkBar

### 2. Bushwick Ice House

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.

- Address: 35 Ingraham St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BushwickIceHouse

### 3. Jones Bar

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.

- Address: 64-02 68th Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/JonesBar

### 4. Milano's Bar

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.

- Address: 51 E Houston St, New York, NY 10012, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Milano's-Bar

### 5. Nancy Whiskey Pub

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.

- Address: 1 Lispenard St, New York, NY 10013, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/NancyWhiskeyPub

### 6. Broadway Dive

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.

- Address: 2662 Broadway, New York, NY 10025, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BroadwayDive

### 7. Mother Pug's Saloon

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.

- Address: 1371 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Mother-Pug's-Saloon

### 8. Honore Club

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.

- Address: 173 Irving Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/HonoreClub

### 9. Mr Beery's

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.

- Address: 4019 Hempstead Tpke, Bethpage, NY 11714, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Mr-Beery's

### 10. the Rock House bar and grill

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.

- Address: 507 Seguine Ave, Staten Island, NY 10309, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheRockHouseBarAndGrill

### 11. Blue Ruin Bar

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.

- Address: 538 9th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/BlueRuinBar

### 12. Dolly's Swing and Dive

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.

- Address: 146 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Dolly's-Swing-and-Dive

### 13. 124 Old Rabbit Club

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.

- Address: 124 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/124OldRabbitClub

### 14. Rudy's Bar & Grill

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.

- Address: 627 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Rudy's-Bar-Grill

### 15. High Dive

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.

- Address: 243 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/HighDive

### 16. Lucky Dog

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.

- Address: 303 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/LuckyDog1

### 17. Trinity Pub

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.

- Address: 229 E 84th St #1, New York, NY 10028, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TrinityPub

### 18. The Evergreen

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.

- Address: 109 Moffat St, Brooklyn, NY 11207, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheEvergreen

### 19. Milo's Yard

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.

- Address: 564 Seneca Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Milo's-Yard

### 20. Rialto Grande

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.

- Address: 644 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/RialtoGrande

### 21. Canal Bar

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.

- Address: 270 3rd Ave # A, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/CanalBar

### 22. The Anchored Inn

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.

- Address: 57 Waterbury St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheAnchoredInn

### 23. Barrow's Pub

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.

- Address: 463 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Barrow's-Pub

### 24. Emerald Pub

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.

- Address: 183-01 Horace Harding Expy, Flushing, NY 11365, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/EmeraldPub

### 25. Gunther's Tap Room

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.

- Address: 84 Main St, Northport, NY 11768, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Gunther's-Tap-Room

### 26. The Broken Down Valise

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.

- Address: 180 Pike St, Mattituck, NY 11952, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/TheBrokenDownValise

### 27. Duff's

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.

- Address: 168 Marcy Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Duff's

### 28. American Cheez

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.

- Address: 444 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/AmericanCheez

### 29. Maloney's Cafe

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.

- Address: 87-69 Sutphin Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11435, USA
- Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Maloney's-Cafe

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