New York · Neighborhood
East Village
590 venues carrying East Village after dark — the planner sequences them into a full night.
Top 18 venues
01
AURA Tapas & Cocktail Bar
Restaurant · $$
Mediterranean tapas and cocktails — figgy bruschetta, Brussels sprouts that hit different, friendly bartenders who actually care. Reserve ahead.
02
Club Cumming
Club · $$
Buzzy, celeb-owned bar with drag & cabaret shows, plus other diverse entertainment.
03
Death & Co East Village
Restaurant · $$$
Bartenders in bow ties & suspenders recall the speakeasy era at this dark, moody cocktail lounge.
04
DiVin Wine Bar
Small plates & bites · $$$
Thoughtfully curated wines, brilliant small plates, staff who'll talk terroir without the pretense. Stay for one glass, leave after three.
05
Mayamezcal
Restaurant · $$$
Mexican small plates & top-shelf tequila cocktails are served in intimate, vintage surroundings.
06
McSorley’s Old Ale House
Bar · $
Cash only, two beers (light or dark), sawdust floors, Irish bartenders. 1850s feeling that actually delivers — tourists and locals packed in, beers served in pairs.
07
O'Hanlon's
Restaurant · $
Cozy Irish tavern offering draft beers & cocktails, plus pool tables, dart boards & sports on TV.
08
Rockmeisha
Restaurant · $$$
Ramen broth so rich it's near-legendary, soft appetizers, gizzards, potato salad — staff steers you right. Welcoming, chill.
09
Ruffian
Restaurant · $$
Natural wines from Georgia and Slovenia, shareable plates, sommeliers who actually talk to you. One of those places that shouldn't be this good.
10
SAINT RESTAURANT BAR & SPEAKEASY
Club · $$$
Brick brasserie with craft cocktails and French food — birthdays, weddings, private events. Staff that actually makes you feel wanted.
11
The Ready Cantina
Bar · $$
Rooftop tacos, fresh quesadillas off the grill, margaritas—live DJ Fridays, city views, friends till late.
12
The Red Room at KGB
Club · $$
13
The Summit Bar & Cafe
Restaurant · $$
Crystal chandeliers & wood/steel benches contribute to a sophisticated scene at this cocktail bar.
14
The York
Bar · $$
Smashburgers, crispy brussels sprouts, solid happy hour — cozy bar where the staff actually remembers you.
15
Top Secret Comedy Club
$
Free or cheap comedy, five acts a night, surprisingly solid lineup. Host works the crowd — worth the gamble.
16
Amor y Amargo
Bar · $$$
Intimate bar offering an extensive list of cocktails that showcase classic Italian & craft bitters.
17
Bowery Palace
Live music venue · $$
Two floors, live rock and DJ dance parties, generous drinks, excellent sound. Small room that feels bigger than it is.
18
Cooper's Craft & Cocktails
Restaurant · $$
Artfully distressed gastropub boasting elevated, thoughtfully sourced comfort chow & craft beer.