Draught 55

Draught 55

Bar and Restaurant$$$$
Midtown East, New York
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    The experts at Serious Eats and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
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    Grant
    "Awesome beer selection and the bacon blue cheeseburger was divine."(36 Tips)
    Fernando S.
    "Definitely do the $10 lunch special, includes a craft beer or soda"(4 Tips)
    H W.
    "Good Service, good draft Beer, good atmosphere"(20 Tips)
    Beril E.
    "Great craft beer location for beer aficionados!"(13 Tips)
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  • The Corcoran Group
    The Corcoran GroupApril 22, 2014
    One of our favorite Midtown afterwork spots. We definitely recommend ordering the delicious Banana Bread Beer - but if that isn't your style, go for the sampler and try a few!
  • Beril E.
    Beril EsenDecember 29, 2017
    Great craft beer location for beer aficionados! Cider creek winter cinnamon is the better cider option. Lots of delicious and fairly inexpensive food varieties considering midtown prices.
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    MichaelApril 10, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Hang out on the couches in the back atrium, put whatever you want on the TV, and flip the switch on the fireplace. Enjoy.
  • Michelle C.heart icon on user image
    Michelle CDecember 16, 2014
    Wish the server had pushed the flight. There's 1 for beer and 1 for whiskey. When I asked for recommendations she didn't mention it. I would have spent more money. I'm definitely going back to try it!
  • Fernando S.heart icon on user image
    Fernando SilvaSeptember 30, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    $10 lunch special with a beer/soda is an awesome midtown deal, especially with what they have on tap. Great beer and whiskey selection and they have sports on the TV to boot.
  • Paige C.heart icon on user image
    Paige CJuly 25, 2018
    What an awesome bar. Go allll the way to the back room. The ambiance is amazing. Beautiful lights and a more quiet back bar. Great place for a date!
  • Thomas Z.heart icon on user image
    Thomas ZetzscheJuly 16, 2016
    Loads of draft beers, changing frequently. Oh yes they have Jever from the bottle only but still. We are in New York not in Ostfriesland. No chilled glasses though.
  • DoubleDeuceheart icon on user image
    DoubleDeuceDecember 14, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Warm, cozy and well lit with plenty of crafty brew options on tap and a glass-covered open space in the back. Solid choice.
  • A L E Xheart icon on user image
    A L E XAugust 20, 2014
    Wings were absolutely bangin, little pricer than what I'd go for, but it's midtown. Craft Beer list is exceptional. Service is great!
  • Untappd
    UntappdAugust 17, 2013
    Located on 55th and 2nd, this small little bar has tons of taps and great food. There is a special private area in the back with lounge chairs and TVs. Great selection!
  • Stephan B.heart icon on user image
    Stephan BeckJune 11, 2014
    Try the flight of any 4 beers (5oz) for 12$. It's worth it and helps you navigate through the awesome draft beer menue.
  • Leanne Z.heart icon on user image
    Leanne ZJanuary 7, 2016
    Been here a few times for group parties in the back. Once for an open bar beer and wine deal! The back bar is super cute and great for groups.
  • Meg F.
    Meg FarmerApril 28, 2015
    Was shocked to find a laid back, fun scene in midtown. Feels like you're downtown for sure. This is the spot to go to when you're stuck in this neighborhood.
  • Jennifer J.heart icon on user image
    Jennifer JMarch 30, 2019
    Found myself in the area so dropped by for happy hour... it was packed, but good service and good HH options.
  • Ray L.heart icon on user image
    Ray LopesAugust 23, 2016
    Great beer selection. For food, I recommend the delicious wheat ale steamed mussels!
  • Brew York
    Brew YorkJuly 1, 2013
    This once-generic Midtown Irish pub has transformed into a welcoming craft beer bar for the after-work crowd, thanks to a renovation, 24+ tap lines, and a beer-centric food menu.
  • Katie P.heart icon on user image
    Katie PitreSeptember 6, 2014
    Beautiful spacious bar, good music, friendly bartenders. Bonus: ladies restroom smells like gardenias!
  • Madison B.heart icon on user image
    Madison BackOctober 4, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome spot with 3 rooms - all with fabulous ambience. Menu is filled with variety and gluten free and vegan options.
  • Stephan B.heart icon on user image
    Stephan BeckJune 13, 2014
    You have to try the Weyerbacher Double Simcoe (Double IPA) and "The Bruery Sucre"... The last one almost tastes like sherry. Incredible.
  • Clara M.heart icon on user image
    Clara McauleyJuly 23, 2014
    The meatloaf is awesome! Try their beer flights...a great way to try out new beers! Staff are great! Will definitely be back!
  • Sarah C.
    Sarah CliffordFebruary 22, 2013
    Such a cute bar. I'm so happy it opened. Great place to sit at communal tables. Great craft beers and good music. Great place to hang after work.
  • Giovanni D.heart icon on user image
    Giovanni D'PalmaFebruary 9, 2016
    Great spot with an awesome staff and beer selection. Definitely worth visiting, catch the live music on Sunday.
  • Kyle W.heart icon on user image
    Kyle WilsonApril 24, 2016
    Really nice place to sit and taste beers, with a nice variety available
  • Joshua G.heart icon on user image
    Joshua GirardFebruary 15, 2015
    Great place for all sorts of beers, can be busy and slow in service but the beer selection and ambiance make up for it.
  • Kathryn R.heart icon on user image
    Kathryn RMay 18, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The beer list is great and so is the food - try the chicken club sandwich with red peppers...the pork belly is also very tasty
  • Nicole R.heart icon on user image
    Nicole ReganApril 19, 2016
    Great casual place to grab drinks. Warm lighting, music at the perfect level to still hold conversation.
  • Amanda S.heart icon on user image
    Amanda SymeJune 24, 2016
    Fantastic Happy Hour which goes on until 8pm. Waiters are fun. Very cheap and the food is tasty.
  • Leah W.
    Leah W.December 23, 2012
    Get the Banana Bread Beer and the Founders Breakfast Stout! Great service and tons of fun!
  • Andrew C.heart icon on user image
    Andrew CJanuary 9, 2018
    So many fancy, craft beers - nothing mainstream... got some starters, tasty and flavourful but none of were filling enough!!!!
  • Jeff S.
    Jeff SobelNovember 30, 2013
    Good food, great beer selection, but beer is served way too cold! Order two at the same time, so the second one will be the right temperature when you drink it.
  • Haya A.heart icon on user image
    Haya Al DossaryAugust 10, 2015
    Excellent service, the atmosphere was super chill, I enjoyed my beers 👌🏻
  • Chris S.
    Chris SetianApril 8, 2014
    The beer is not too cold. It is as pleasantly, refreshingly cold as a majestic river running through the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.
  • Annie A.heart icon on user image
    Annie AlfstadSeptember 28, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Great for a beer, romantic seating in the back- green room ambiance with a fireplace
  • Anissaheart icon on user image
    AnissaApril 6, 2016
    Huge draft selection 🍻 and ample seating. Nice back area that can be reserved for large groups
  • Candace C.heart icon on user image
    Candace ChangFebruary 17, 2013
    Just opened, chill new spot. You can actually have a conversation with friends. Try the banana bread beer. Amaaazingg
  • Ms H.
    Ms HeleneMarch 3, 2015
    Cozy space local bar with $5 drinks 4-8pm and extensive menu. Burgers looked popular with choice of 10 types.
  • Tommy
    TommyJune 12, 2018
    Quality varied food menu. Excellent service & craft beers. Grab the lunch special.
  • Carl F.heart icon on user image
    Carl FigueiredoDecember 16, 2016
    Phenomenal craft beer selection. Vibe is a bit corporate however. Nice place for happy hour.
  • Cosette E.heart icon on user image
    Cosette EliasonFebruary 20, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    WINGS & BEER! Amazing spot for a meal out. It’s well priced and delicious!
  • Elliot L.heart icon on user image
    Elliot LonkerAugust 4, 2016
    Excellent selection of IPA's and a casual laid back atmosphere. Reasonably priced too!
  • Valerie S.heart icon on user image
    Valerie SJanuary 7, 2016
    Great space and atmosphere. Extensive beer list, and fun for a casual happy hour.
  • Alicia
    AliciaAugust 23, 2014
    Decent burger and large beer list on tap and also bottled. Very cute covered patio in the back.
  • Alex F.heart icon on user image
    Alex FishJune 13, 2016
    Extensive rare beer list. Go on Sunday for acoustic brunch until 5!
  • Laura B.heart icon on user image
    Laura BonnemaJuly 18, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Good after work vibes. Okay selection of happy hour beer and wine but better options don't go on special
  • Brian K.
    Brian KellerJuly 25, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great bar. Awesome draft and bottle selection. One of the better beer bars of manhattan
  • Thomas T.heart icon on user image
    Thomas TaylorDecember 19, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Blackstones renamed and upmarket. Now with real gastro fare and craft beers - the guinness stew was great.
  • Michael H.heart icon on user image
    Michael HilgendorfFebruary 4, 2015
    They have 2 flavors of crabbie's! Great beer options, chili and nachos are yummy!
  • Andrei B.
    Andrei BelovJuly 12, 2013
    Awesome draught selection and not too packed due to location. Make sure to check out the back room.
  • Sean F.
    Sean FlemingOctober 1, 2014
    Large selection of draft beers. Nice hidden garden room in the back. Mainly an after work crowd.
  • Tingheart icon on user image
    TingDecember 17, 2015
    Nice private space on the lower floor if you want to rent out for an event.
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