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Beer Bar, Pub, and Cocktail Bar$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
"Amazing beer list, surprisingly uncrowded."(35 Tips)
"Cool vibe, open air front in nice weather, and 30 choices on tap."(26 Tips)
"They have one of the best selections of craft beer that I've seen."(14 Tips)"The Sriracha Honey wings are delicious."(2 Tips)
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MariaDecember 23, 2016Came here for my birthday recently and loved it. The person I contacted from Fools gold reserved a section of seats for my friends. They were very chill and it worked out great. Great beer selection!
David SchwartzFebruary 15, 2019Good find if you are in the Lower East side and looking for a bar with a GREAT beer menu, good food and a variety of games for entertainment from old school board games to skee ball.
Ms HeleneFebruary 6, 2016Low key bar with good music, friendly staff and space! Lots of varieties of beers, cocktails and fancier than average food incl truffle popcorn and a penne version of mac n cheese.
Village VoiceApril 3, 2015Fools Gold's more than 30 taps pour rare suds from all over the world, and the back bar holds more than 80 rare expressions of American whiskey. Read more
Massive and great beer selection, and a very fun bingo on Sunday nights! Great and casual neighborhood bar for hanging out and chilling with friends.- James KiernanJanuary 13, 2018Fun bar with plenty of TV screens for Sports and ample room to #getweird if the occasion calls for it. Top notch ownership too! 🍺
The tap list is overwhelming with some of the best craft beers a gal could as for, so don't be afraid to ask for a recommendation.
The AYCD brunch is amazing. $30 for the taps, can beers, bloody Mary's and mimosas plus one of the amazing entrees. Sat and sun, plus holiday Mondays! If the blackberry mint julep is on tap, get it!
Awesome craft beers (and whiskey) on tap. And the food is well executed too. Great spot for a low key birthday or drinks with friends!
NYC Trivia LeagueFebruary 3, 2015Join us every Monday @ 8 for the best bar trivia in NY. Compete throughout the night testing your knowledge on 5 rounds of trivia. Topics range from Euro history to cartoons that don’t wear pants. Read more
- Christen ClinkscalesJuly 23, 2015They have one of the best selections of craft beer that I've seen. As for brunch, the BBQ pork and grits with a fried egg is a solid choice. It get's this girl's southern stamp of approval.
- Nate BeattyJanuary 18, 2016Big tap list and always crowded, but the place is big enough there's always a spot to sit or stand. Great sports bar with vibe that strikes a balance on the LES side of Bro vs Craft
Mateo RodriguezFebruary 19, 2016Every ingredient on the menu has a modifier. So if you like 'Grainy' mustard or 'Irish' bacon or 'Cream cheese' frosting or 'Sour' jalepenos or 'Wisconsin' cheese curds or even 'Marcona' almonds...
Ray LopesAugust 23, 2016Increadible beer selection on tap. Order the Duck Confit Poutine and watch the people around you go crazy... It smells and tastes delicious!
Jesse VasquezJune 23, 2014Come for the top-notch happy hour, stay for the 30+ rare craft drafts and top quality bar foods. Oysters and (made on site) ginger drinks are also a plus.- This place is very spacious and fantastic. If you are nearby then do not miss it for food or a drink. If you are not nearby, then plan a trip to visit!
John CassilloJuly 11, 2015Fantastic tap list and cool atmosphere. Happy Hour pricing makes it crazy affordable (for NY or anywhere).
Dave RichardOctober 9, 2015Great selection at this western themed bar. They were out of a lot of what was on tap though. I had to go with my third choice upon looking at the menu.
One of my top beer bars in the city. Nice Lunch Specials & Happy Hour. A great amount of beers on tap, and don't be afraid to ask for a rec.
KinoSeptember 9, 2014FG is located where White Rabbit lounge once stood. It's certainly an upgrade. The craft beers & shoestring truffle fries are good. $0.50 wings during NFL games. Bartender Justin concots great shots.
- Lears FoolOctober 11, 2015Plenty of beer, whiskey and TVs. The Sriracha Honey wings are delicious. I was worried they'd be more sweet than spicy, but they had great heat.
- Danielle BoudreauMarch 23, 2016Cool vibe, open air front in nice weather, and 30 choices on tap. What's not to love? Get there for happy hour for a good deal!
UntappdJuly 22, 2014Sister bar of The Jeffrey, this place packs tons of draft lines of Beer, Cider and Wine to meet your needs. Plus it has an awesome food menu as well!
Flora ChengSeptember 16, 2017Good beer list with rotating draft cocktails. They have board games too!
Megan BakerOctober 18, 2014Have Matt “make [you] something good" and you won't regret it. He listens to what you like in cocktails and will make a drink you won't forget.
Staff PicksAugust 7, 2014Looking for some craft beer, bourbon & bites this evening? Fools Gold has just opened in the LES. Try the Truffle Popcorn or Siracha peas!
Russell HirschornJuly 17, 2015One of my favorite bars, great cocktail, whiskey, and draught list. Great for big groups and awesome service.- Love this place. Come here for both food and drinks. The food is delicious and the deserts are creative! Pick anything.
Lots of craft beer to choose from, good for a late night. Has attracted a bit more of a rowdy crowd since the word got out about this new place.- Robert PeaseDecember 6, 2015Amazing service, great atmosphere, huge drink selection, ton of beers on tap, great food... I could go on. Enjoy!!
Lili BazJune 9, 2022Great vibe, beer selection, and bar food! The nacho fries and sriracha honey wings were my favorites.
Looking for a snack? You might be tempted by the "IPA Brined Chicken Taco" but don't do it. Stick to the Duck Confit taco or Korean BBQ taco!
Part of a great family of bars these guys get access to some truly special craft beers, like all the time.
Amanda AvneryJanuary 24, 2017Greattt for watching football. Dive-y sports bar. Impressive craft beer list. Go boys!
Kusshi oysters from BC. Small oysters that pack plenty of flavor. Worth the upgrade over the Ware River oysters from VA. Yum!
Great beer list. Not a super big place but fantastic beers.
ReevesSeptember 20, 2015Great food and tons of beer x whiskey selection. Perfect place to watch football with friends
Just like the Jeffrey & the Alewife, these guys know what good beer is. Pictured: 2011 KBS.- Head to the back of Fools Gold and find Matt at the cocktail bar and ask him to make you something good!
- Huge selection of excellent beers and some tasty sandwiches. Pair with next door's Landmark Sunshine for quality dinner-and-a-movie.
Natasha MoriniMarch 10, 2015Perfect spot for a snack and drink before going to see a movie at sunshine theatre. Good amount of seating and not too loud.
Unlike any other place, this bar has a "2 drinks minimum" for credit cards. You can't pay your $9 half-pint with plastic.
They have regulators behind every tap so each keg is at ideal serving pressure.
This place ALWAYS has a great selection of beer and the food and staff are awesome
Rainbow LAJune 4, 2015Ask for Matt he will make you the best drink ever. He can juggle 6 bottles at once. Ask him to show you!- Get Matt to "make you something good" you won't be disappointed!
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Fools Gold NYC
145 E Houston St (btwn Forsyth & Eldridge St)
New York, NY 10002
United States
New York, NY 10002
United States
Craft Beer - Bourbon & Bites! Come hang with us
Open until 4:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- Noon–4:00 AM
(212) 673-2337
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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