
The 12 Best Bars in the Lower East Side Right Now
Which bar on the Lower East Side is the best?

Are you looking for the best bars on the Lower East Side New York? Then check out my best list here! Because I’ll show you the hottest speakeasy bars, pubs, wine bars and small venues where New Yorkers hang out. The selection of bars in the Lower East Side is large – also one of my absolute favorite bars in all of New York can be found here: the Fools Gold NYC.
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To help you quickly and easily see which spot is near you, find all Lower East Side bars on an interactive map.
By the way: you’ll find many more New York City spots in our Loving New York travel guides!
My Favorite Bars in the Lower East Side
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cloudM New York Bowery
Rooftop Bar in Lower East SideOur HighlightAdd to myNY addedFor me, the cloudM Rooftop Bar is one of the most beautiful rooftop bars not only in the Lower East Side, but in all of New York. It is located on the roof of the citizenM New York Bowery Hotel and offers everything that makes a good rooftop bar: a great view, beautiful design and relaxed atmosphere.
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Double Chicken Please
Bar in Lower East SideOur HighlightDouble Chicken Please by Emmanuel RosarioAdd to myNY addedThe Double Chicken Please is a cocktail bar & restaurant in the Lower East Side and definitely worth a visit. The cocktails are incredibly tasty, creative and you’ll love the atmosphere too. Their specialty is cocktails that are inspired by dishes – so there are cocktails like Cold Pizza, Key Lime Pie or Japanese Cold Noodle.
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Fools Gold NYC
Bar in Lower East SideOur HighlightAdd to myNY addedOne of the best bars in New York, also known for good burgers. The bar is an absolute MUST-SEE! The burgers are really sensational and they offer really good local beers.
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Copper & Oak
Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedUi, this is where we as whiskey fans lost our hearts – the operators behind the bar are the same as from the Brandy Library in Tribeca. Like there, the bar is always well attended. No wonder, the bar is not very big and beautiful. Shelves filled with whiskeys, rum and co instead of books, an illuminated bar and super delicious bar food make it one of the bars that is one of the most beautiful for us!
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Mr. Purple
Rooftop Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedMr. Purple is a rooftop bar in the Lower East Side, located on the roof of the Hotel Indigo. The view of the city from here is magnificent – and it is one of the most relaxed rooftops in the whole city!
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Speakeasy-Bar Attaboy
Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedOne of the bar’s specialties is the bartenders: since there is no cocktail menu, you just say what you feel like and in which direction you want the cocktail to go and your personal cocktail will be mixed. The bar is not cheap, but worth every cent – otherwise it wouldn’t have made it into the TOP 20 of the best bars in the world.
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Subject
Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedThe subject has become famous for their “Thyme Lasts Forever” cocktail with gin, thyme and kiwi (very tasty) – but the Negroni is the reason why they are on my best list (it wasn’t on the menu). If you want to make a trip to Italy in the form of a drink, you should try it here. Simply sensational!
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Sunday to Sunday
Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedWhat better place to catch the year’s biggest football game than at a bar called Sunday to Sunday? The bar has multiple TVs showing the game, so you won’t miss a moment of the action. Plus, the menu features classic bar favorites like wings, burgers, and fries, making it the perfect place to fuel up while cheering on your favorite team.
Aside from the TVs and tasty food, Sunday to Sunday offers a friendly and cozy atmosphere to watch the game. So, if you’re looking for a fun and convenient place to watch the Super Bowl in NYC, Sunday to Sunday is a top pick. Be sure to arrive early to get a good seat and enjoy all the pre-game festivities.
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The Back Room
Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedThe Back Room Bar is a really special bar and one of a kind. If you think about speakeasy bars in the 1920s, that’s what the Back Room has to offer.
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The DL (Delancey & Ludlow)
Rooftop Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedRooftopbar The DL is a wonderful destination at any time of the year: if the weather is not so good, there is a lounge with windows down to the floor, so you can enjoy the view of the Lower East Side skyline. It’s just the roof of the third floor, but it feels much higher.
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The Highlight Room
Rooftop Bar in Lower East SideAdd to myNY addedThe Highlight Room is a glamorous rooftop bar on the 16th floor of the Moxy Hotel on the Lower East Side. Both the outdoor terrace and the interior, surrounded on all sides by windows, are adorned by the branches of a majestic tree. The ambiance of this bar is reminiscent of a 19th century pleasure garden.
All year round you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city while having a cocktail. For the little hunger in between, there is also a selection of delicious snacks. So the Highlight Room is suitable for any occasion.
The Best Bars in the Lower East Side on the map
A map with all cafes in the Lower East Side can be found here – just click on “FULL MAP” if you want to see more. You can click on each restaurant on the map to find out everything you need to know.
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I'm a true New York fan! Not only have I visited the city over 20 times but also have I spent several months here at a time. On my blog I show you the best and most beautiful spots of the city, so that you have a really good time! You can also find lots of insider tips in our New York travel guide. Also check out my hotel finder for New York!
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