Check back here later this week and we’ll have some information on NYC pub crawls for the weekend.
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Bar crawling through Astoria, Queens
We recently had the opportunity to pub crawl through Astoria. We always enjoy our visits to Astoria and wish we could do so more often. Among other spots, we stopped in at new spots The Highwater and Madam Marie’s. We will have brief thoughts on both bars in the days ahead. Stay tuned.
The closure of Paulaner’s brewpub in Manhattan’s Lower East Side
Bowery Boogie recently reported the closure of Paulaner’s Lower East Side brewpub location.
Our thoughts:
During its four years in business, we’ve visited Paulaner on several NYC pub crawls. We enjoyed our time at Paulaner and are sad to see it go. The beer was great, the staff was friendly and the food was solid. We echo Bowery Boogie’s sentiments that perhaps Paulaner’s physical location on the Bowery may have not been the best. We realize it’s difficult to find the exact right location for a bar/brewery of its size anywhere in Manhattan. The LES location on Bowery was likely more affordable rent-wise than a spot further uptown. Perhaps Paulaner can find another spot in Manhattan or elsewhere in the five boroughs. Paulaner will be missed.
Happy First Saturday of March 2018!
It’s our favorite non-holiday random calendar day of the year! The arrival of the First Saturday of March is particularly meaningful to us at Pub Crawl NYC. Though the calendar still says winter, March marks the end of the super-cold, long, dark winter months of December, January and February. Spring (and good pub crawling weather) is just ahead.
And, if you’re looking for a pub crawl for today, the annual Hoboken, NJ St. Patrick’s bar crawl takes place today. More info here.
Happy St. Patrick’s Month 2018!
Our favorite NYC bar crawling month of the year has arrived! There will be many Irish NYC pub crawls around the city. We’ll provide info on some. If you would prefer to create your own pub crawl, we can help, free of charge! We just ask that you visit and “like” our facebook fanpage first, www.facebook.com/pubcrawlnyc and follow us on twitter (@nycpubcrawl). We’ve visited the overwhelming majority of bars across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. And we’re happy to share our wealth of knowledge. Drop us a note on Facebook.
A review of Second Floor at Second Ave Deli on Manhattan’s Upper East Side
Located at 1442 First Avenue in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Second Floor is a speakeasy-style spot atop the Second Ave Deli’s First Avenue location. Somewhat hard to find, the entrance to the bar is around the corner on 75th Street. After climbing a flight of stairs, patrons will be greeted at a host station and then can take a seat at the small-ish bar or a table. The staff is attentive and the drink options are plentiful. Second Floor offers both classic cocktails as well as some of their own. Beer and wine are also available. We look forward to returning here.
A review of The Rochard on Manhattan’s Upper East Side
Located at 1504 Lexington Avenue in Manhattan’s (Upper) Upper East Side, The Rochard is a solid beer bar from the same owners as The Jeffrey a few miles to the south and east. During our visit, there were around 20 quality tap beers available, along with wine (no hard liquor). Overall, we found The Rochard a great addition to the immediate area because we do not know of any other beer bars that are nearby this location. Definitely stop in here on your next NYC pub crawl through the neighborhood.
Happy Presidents’ Day 2018!
Our NYC Bar of the Day: Fraunces Tavern, located at 54 Pearl Street in Manhattan’s Financial District.
A review of Charc Bar on Manhattan’s Upper East Side
Located at 318 East 84th Street, Charc Bar is a wine and charcuterie bar located on a tranquil block in Manhattan’s Upper East Side. If you want to enjoy a quiet drink or three, this is the spot for you! Long and rather narrow, Charc Bar focuses on wine and the perfect type of food to go with that wine. There’s also a small selection of bottled/canned beers and a limited full bar to complement the wine.
Happy Valentine’s Day 2018!
Our NYC Wine Bar of the Day: Virgola, located at 28 Greenwich Avenue in Manhattan’s West Village.