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1. Sakagura
211 E 43rd St, New York, NY 10017 · 212-953-7253
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MIDTOWN EAST. Sake is serious stuff at this authentic Japanese bar, located between 2nd and 3rd Avenues. In fact, aficionados of rice wine find themselves in quite a quandary as the stylish Sakagura stocks some 200 distinct varieties; meanwhile, beer, liquor and wine are available to those with more conservative palates. The sleek space has also garnered quite a rep for its food – little wonder considering superbly done dishes like hirame carpaccio, saikoro steak and sashimi. TRAIN: S, 4, 5, 6, 7 to 42nd St
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WEST VILLAGE. The Village's very own Belgian beer bar, Vol de Nuit appeals to those whose palates crave something more than your standard domestic brews. The place exudes a certain European sensibility. The low-key space is rustically dressed with heavy wrought iron and wooden furniture, hardwood floors, exposed ceiling rafters and rough-surfaced walls. In addition to high-quality imported beer, Vol also serves up outstanding mussels and fries (made even better when accompanied by their homemade aioli or Anadalouse sauce). TRAIN: A, B, C, D, E, F, V to W 4th St-Washington Sq
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BROOKLYN. Locals cherish this corner dive for its casual atmosphere, impressive beer selection and top-flight juke box, alone worth the train ride to Boerum Hill. Dark and pubby, the place has been the preferred haunt of many British expats since it first poured a pint. In fact, the long-running rumor is the inn itself is an immigrant, disassembled, shipped and reassembled in the decade following the Civil War. Legends and rumors aside, the fact remains that, like the pubs in London, the Brooklyn Inn is the type of place that helps distinguish its neighborhood, serving as a sort of friendly, after-hours visitor center. TRAIN: F, G to Bergen St
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WEST VILLAGE. This romantic bar, hidden away between Greenwich and Washington, is sure to win big points from that someone special. The space, whose weathered brick walls are softly illuminated by candlelight and adorned with the work of local artists, certainly appeals to folks who are seeking something more intimate than the Village's busier, louder spots. The list of libations befits the scene, from European imports and hard-to-find micro-brews to a goodly number of varietals available by the glass. TRAIN: 1, 9 to Christopher St
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LOWER EAST SIDE. Fancy yourself a whiskey connoisseur? At this joint, top-shelf bottles of single-malt and bourbon see to the wants and desires of serious sippers, and curious first-timers will find plenty to pepper their palates as well, most of it for a good price. As to the decor, the brain trust behind the Whiskey Ward certainly did what it could to capture the saloon element without going overboard. In fact, the understated decor (specifically the wooden barrels) reminds folks why they stopped by in the first place – after all, the drink is the thing, right? TRAIN: F to Delancey St; J, M, Z to Essex St
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6. Rue B
188 Ave B, New York, NY 10009 · 212-358-1700
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EAST VILLAGE. Live jazz only adds to the cool, bohemian vibe at this laid back East Villager, located about halfway between Tompkins Square and Stuy Town. Per the name, the spécialité de la maison is French cuisine, and offerings like Tuscan truffled eggs and Sicilian-style French toast make for particularly tasty weekend brunch (all the better, of course, when paired with a mimosa or Bloody Mary). That said, the choice of elixirs is legion, and it's not uncommon to see folks sipping on mojitos, margaritas, orange cosmos and even Brooklyn Lagers. TRAIN: L to 1st Ave-14th St
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STATEN ISLAND. On Staten Island and in the mood for some good, old-fashioned German cooking? Killmeyer's has just what you need. The one-time inn has changed very little since first opening around 1890, boasting an original mahogany bar, period furnishings, and a unique wrought-iron Spaten sign. The menu features authentic German dishes such as veal shanks and saurbraten. Of course, beer is "kaiser," and the mini-kegs of Kostritzer, Schwarzbier or any of the inn's on-tap Weiss beers are favorites. To get to Killmyers's, take the Staten Island Ferry then Bus S74 to Sharrotts Road.
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LOWER EAST SIDE. Expect to jump through some hoops and follow the rules to gain admittance to this legendary speakeasy. The door policy is pretty straight forward – you don't get in unless you've made reservations at least a day in advance. The scene inside isn't at all the cloak and dagger "hush, hush" many people envision, but you'll no doubt find the service flawless, the attitude hospitable and the cocktails deliciously potent. Entrance is by referral and/or appointment only. TRAIN: F to Delancey St
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9. Floyd NY
131 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11201 · 718-858-5810
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BROOKLYN. Bourbons, beercheese and bocce – without question, these are the ingredients needed to make a bar flourish in Brooklyn. Spacious and comfortable, this Atlantic Avenue is nothing if not versatile, and the neighborhood folks pack the place to participate in the Five Boroughs' only year round bocce tournament (they have a first-rate indoor clay court!). As for TV sports, Premiership Football is the game of choice each weekend beginning in August. TRAIN: F, G to Bergen St; 2, 3, 4,5 to Borough Hall; N, R to Court St
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10. Bar Veloce
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175 2nd Ave, Manhattan, NY 10003 · 212-260-3200
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EAST VILLAGE. The Italian (and elder sibling) of neighboring tapas mecca Bar Carrera, this posh gathering place bills itself as a modern European wine bar – a fact no doubt supported by its stylish, sophisticated cast of regulars and decidedly mod interior. Vino, especially those of the Old Country, are given special attention here, and you'll find the staff truly knows their grapes. Perfectly complementing the wine list is the surprisingly affordable fare, from panini to brushetta. TRAIN: L to First Ave; 6 to Astor Pl
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10Best searched far and wide before ranking these bars as the best in New York. How'd they earn their way on the list? Beer selection, specialty cocktails, cool aesthetics, great jukeboxes, hip crowds – we consider it all before deciding which ones belong on a list of New York's Best Bars.
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