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Zii HammadApril 15, 2015Simple cocktails are made surprisingly well here, and I always encounter a nice bartender. The crowd is bearable unlike in most other places, and I've always found a place to sit. Rad spot.
emeFebruary 21, 2015My local go-to bar. Foosball table, properly curated jukebox, roomy, drink specials, all around affordable. This place is NEVER crowded, which makes it a solid spot.
Serious EatsMarch 6, 2013If you miss happy hour, don't worry: $5 will get you a PBR and a shot of house whiskey any time.
CaseyFebruary 3, 2016Great dive. I like the bartending staff. Had to start with the B Side Special, PBR and a whiskey shot.
La NoviMarch 20, 2016Cheap drinks suuuuper relaxed atmosphere.... just pay attention at your glasses: they disappear before u ve finished. :-)
A favorite dive in Alphabet City. Always quiet in the back. I hope it never closes!
Start with a trip to the jukebox for some Hold Steady and Demander. Then get yourself a gimlet and cozy up to the locals at the bar. This place is a neighborhood gold standard.
Great bartenders, good vibe, solid jukebox, cheap drinks, plus, my favorite, ridiculous movies on TV for ambiance? A++
I thought I was hearing things during happy hour when the bartender said my gin & tonic was $2.50. And it was quite strong, too.
Sinking Ship RecordsMarch 26, 2011Really amazing punk rock jukebox. First place I ever tried the PBR&shot special. Mortal Mykee is probably there right now.
Wayne LiuNovember 10, 2013A quarter may get you around 7 pistachios from the candy machine in the back
Andrew makes amazing Manhattans. I like mine with Makers Mark, perfect, rocks, and a twist.
NOTE: the locals that celebrate their birthday here are not random and they are usually followed by our fave photographer Deneka- and it is always a special evening
Justin GregApril 3, 2010The essence of Alphabet city; never too much of a dive. Elegance juxtaposed to ambiance powered by an eclectic crowd and a limited jukebox. Do I want to say Bohemian? Maybe, lovely overall..- Sinking Ship RecordsAugust 25, 2011Death from Above 1979 and other amazing punk rock classics on the jukebox.
Rob MartinezMarch 16, 2015Peanut butter m&m machine gave me 6 m&ms, any less than that you're getting ripped off
Nick MillerJuly 15, 2010go straight for their specialty, a can of pbr and a shot of whiskey for $5. what's not to like about that
The REAL B-Side Special: 6$ - can of PBR, shot of well whiskey and a foosball game.
The Spark GroupFebruary 8, 2012"Don't let tomorrow's hangover ruin all the fun you could have getting drunk tonight" -chalkboard outside
Chris (Hit Joint Studios)February 8, 2011Greatest juke box ever, they have the melvins and descendents... sweet
The B-Side special: can of PBR and shot of well whiskey for $5! (day & night)
- Let it be known, on March 14th 2010 Barskee Ball was created at B-Side!! Sean was the champion in a head to head showdown!!
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