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The Best Beer in New York
McSorley's Old Ale House is one of The Best Beer in New York.

1. McSorley's Old Ale House

8.9
15 E 7th St (btwn Cooper Sq & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Pub · East Village · 467 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: When at McSorley’s remember to order the Light or Dark beer in even numbers. It’s cash only.

The Pony Bar is one of The Best Beer in New York.

2. The Pony Bar

637 10th Ave (at W 45th St), New York, NY
Bar · Hell's Kitchen · 281 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This beautiful bar serves up hard to find American craft beer – they pour sample-sized servings for $5 each, so you can try them all. The food is solidly good too.

Lucky Dog is one of The Best Beer in New York.

3. Lucky Dog

8.8
303 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Pub · Williamsburg · 166 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Great warm bar that welcomes you and your pooch. Check out the amazing patio in the back while you enjoy one of 20 craft beers. Check out the daily Happy Hour.

The Blind Tiger is one of The Best Beer 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

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The ultimate place to stop by for a brew. The beer selection is pretty extensive, which makes deciding on just one to wash down the tasty food pretty challenging.

The Biergarten at The Standard is one of The Best Beer in New York.

5. The Biergarten at The Standard

8.5
848 Washington St (btwn Little W 12th & W 13th St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Meatpacking District · 383 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Located outdoors underneath the High Line. Expect long lines, lots of eye candy, good cold beer and warm pretzels.

Spuyten Duyvil is one of The Best Beer in New York.

6. Spuyten Duyvil

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

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: If you like Belgian Beer, then this is your spot. Grab a pint and head out to their outdoor garden. Also serve cheese & meat plates. Great place to just chill.

The Cannibal Beer & Butcher is one of The Best Beer in New York.

7. The Cannibal Beer & Butcher

113 E 29th St (btwn Park & Lexington Ave), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Rose Hill · 200 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The beer list is quite intimidating (it as long as some wine lists) but the friendly bartender will help you out. The Car Bombs are a must and the pig’s head intrigues us. Next time.

Peculier Pub is one of The Best Beer in New York.

8. Peculier Pub

7.6
145 Bleecker St (btwn Thompson St. & LaGuardia Pl.), New York, NY
Pub · Greenwich Village · 112 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Great beer selection with over 350 options for bottled beer and 27 draughts. Be sure to bring lots of cash since they don't take credit cards.

Spitzer's Corner is one of The Best Beer in New York.

9. Spitzer's Corner

101 Rivington St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Bar · Lower East Side · 301 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Try the Hickory Short Rib Burger and the Charred Brussel Sprouts. Excellent microbrew menu as well.

The Ginger Man is one of The Best Beer in New York.

10. The Ginger Man

11 E 36th St (btwn Madison & 5th Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Garment District · 323 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: One of our favorite after-work spots to grab a beer, although it gets very crowded. The bartenders are very knowledgable, so defer to them if you don't know what to order from the extensive list!

The Diamond is one of The Best Beer in New York.

11. The Diamond

43 Franklin St (at Calyer St), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Greenpoint · 74 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A great place to grab a beer and sit outdoors when it's nice out. Try to snag a seat in the old gondola they have in the back for a unique drinking experience!

Rattle N Hum is one of The Best Beer in New York.

12. Rattle N Hum

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

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: You'll find a pretty incredible selection of craft beers here, with over 35 on tap and more than 100 different bottles. If you have a tough time making up your mind, order a beer flight.

Jimmy's No. 43 is one of The Best Beer in New York.

13. Jimmy's No. 43

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

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This place is a craft beer-lover's paradise, with an impressive selection of both bottled and draft beers.

d.b.a. is one of The Best Beer in New York.

14. d.b.a.

8.0
41 1st Ave (btwn E 2nd & E 3rd St), New York, NY
Bar · East Village · 215 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: If whiskey is your drink, then this is your place. Gets crowded on the weekends. Visit during the week and bring your dog.

Fraunces Tavern is one of The Best Beer in New York.

15. Fraunces Tavern

8.8
54 Pearl St (at Broad St), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Financial District · 195 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: If this place was George Washington's favorite, then it's ok in our book! While it's known for its whiskey selection, the extensive beer list is not to be ignored. We usually go for the beer flights.

Loreley Beer Garden is one of The Best Beer in New York.

16. Loreley Beer Garden

8.0
7 Rivington St (btwn Bowery & Chrystie St), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Lower East Side · 192 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Grab a seat out back in the garden and enjoy good company and a liter of Radeberger Pilsner with a Bavarian Bretzeln or a Frikadelle mit Pommes Frites.

Bierhaus NYC is one of The Best Beer in New York.

17. Bierhaus NYC

7.5
712 3rd Ave (45th St), New York, NY
German Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 158 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Just opened amazing and authentic German bierhaus. Try the Bierhaus Pretzel (Large) with hot mustard, the Weisswurst and a Hofbrau.

The Habitat is one of The Best Beer in New York.

18. The Habitat

988 Manhattan Ave (btwn India St & Huron St), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Greenpoint · 101 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Monday feature $5 mac & cheese and Tuesdays have 25 cent wings all night long. Cure your hangover with $15 brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Awesome happy hour!

Lansdowne Road is one of The Best Beer in New York.

19. Lansdowne Road

599 10th Ave (btwn 43rd & 44th St.), New York, NY
Pub · Hell's Kitchen · 133 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Win free drinks while watching your favorite Sports Team. Home of the 120-ounce beer called Towers of Power.

The Half Pint is one of The Best Beer in New York.

20. The Half Pint

7.5
76 W 3rd St (btwn Thompson St. & Laguardia Pl.), New York, NY
Pub · Greenwich Village · 148 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Great place to watch a soccer game, and make sure you order their 'tower'!

George & Jack's Tap Room is one of The Best Beer in New York.

21. George & Jack's Tap Room

8.1
103 Berry St (at N 8th St), Brooklyn, NY
Bar · Williamsburg · 64 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Happy Hour all night long on Wednesdays. Play a game of darts, have a cold beer all while your dog socializes with the other patrons.

22. Stout NYC

7.5
133 W 33rd St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Sports Bar · Chelsea · 225 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Great place to grab a drink before a concert, Rangers or Knicks game at Madison Square Garden.

Burp Castle is one of The Best Beer in New York.

23. Burp Castle

7.8
41 E 7th St (btwn 2nd Ave & Cooper Sq), New York, NY
Pub · East Village · 123 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Be sure to obey the one cardinal rule - no talking loudly, or else you'll get a big "SHHHH" from the bartender! The beer list is excellent, so it's a great place to (quietly) catch up with a friend.

Draught 55 is one of The Best Beer in New York.

24. Draught 55

8.5
245 E 55th St (btwn 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Midtown East · 122 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: 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!