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Must-visit Bars in New York
Jimmy's No. 43 is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

1. Jimmy's No. 43

43 E 7th St (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Bar · East Village · 135 tips and reviews

Brew YorkBrew York: With a focus on local food, a huge craft beer list, and a relaxed vibe, this spot may be the perfect date spot for a beer geek. Say hi to Jimmy, the bar's namesake and city's nicest restauranteur.

Rattle N Hum is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

2. Rattle N Hum

14 E 33rd St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Bar · NoMad · 230 tips and reviews

Brew YorkBrew York: In its short history, this bar has hosted more visiting brewers than you can count. Rarities, weekly special events, and a huge cask and bottle list make this one of the most lauded beer bars in NYC.

Kettle of Fish is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

3. Kettle of Fish

7.8
59 Christopher St (at 7th Ave S.), New York, NY
Bar · West Village · 86 tips and reviews
The Blind Tiger is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

4. The Blind Tiger

8.7
281 Bleecker St (at Jones St), New York, NY
Beer Bar · West Village · 353 tips and reviews

Mary I.Mary Izett: One of the best craft beer selections in the city & extremely well-done upscale pub food. The old school grilled cheese is my standard, amazing with bacon. Order everything at the bar.

Swift Hibernian Lounge is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

5. Swift Hibernian Lounge

8.5
34 E 4th St (btwn Bowery & Lafayette St), New York, NY
Pub · NoHo · 164 tips and reviews
Against The Grain is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

6. Against The Grain

620 E 6th St (at Avenue B), New York, NY
Bar · Alphabet City · 27 tips and reviews

Akshay P.Akshay Patil: The bartender is always super knowledgable about the beer list, so don't be afraid to ask questions. P.S. the chocolate cake w/ mint ice cream = killer.

d.b.a. is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

7. d.b.a.

8.1
41 1st Ave (btwn E 2nd & E 3rd St), New York, NY
Bar · East Village · 215 tips and reviews

Jim C.Jim Crosby: Lazy afternoon?... want great beer?... want to sit outside? D.B.A. is the answer

Spuyten Duyvil is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

8. Spuyten Duyvil

359 Metropolitan Ave (at Havemeyer St), Brooklyn, NY
Beer Garden · Williamsburg · 177 tips and reviews

rebecca l.rebecca lando: Try a beer you've never heard of before. Then another. Then another.

d.b.a. Brooklyn is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

9. d.b.a. Brooklyn

113 N 7th St (btwn Berry & Wythe), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Williamsburg · 69 tips and reviews
Beer Table is one of Must-visit Bars in New York.

10. Beer Table

427 7th Ave Ste B (at 14th St.), Brooklyn, NY
Pub · South Slope · 32 tips and reviews