City Beer in New York
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New York, New York County, New York, US
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Site: http://www.citybeer.net/
- Monday:11:30AM–10:30PM
- Tuesday:11:30AM–10:30PM
- Wednesday:11:30AM–10:30PM
- Thursday:11:30AM–11PM
- Friday:11:30AM–11:30PM
- Saturday:11:30AM–11:30PM
- Sunday:11:30AM–10PM
If you love beer and are in the area, you’re crazy not to stop here. The assortment of awesome beers is one thing, but throw on top some amazing grilled cheeses (and other items including vegan choices) plus fun conversations with Angel and others hanging out, it’s a welcome place to just sit and have a beer (or three) after a chaotic day (or week in my case). If you don’t have time to stop, they have a plethora of unique beers to take to go. The short walk in the rain from Grand Central was well worth it. Thanks Angel!
I went here with full intent of buying beer that they POST online has having. Come to find out that they generally have what they post BUT surprise!! Its NOT all for sale. The employees who, both were nice had to call the owner to get approval to sell certain beers. Just so happens he did not want to sell one of the three bottles he had to me. What a Great business practice advertising so many beers and posting what they are just to be told you cant buy them! Buyer beware dont go with hopes of buting what you see posted. Maybe the owner should keep his personal collection off the website if he is not willing to part with it. FALSE ADVERTISING at its finest. Did not eat the food but it looked good. And yes they do charge $2 per beer even cans if you want to drink them there, however I was made aware of that from the get go.
Fantastic addition to the neighbourhood. These guys know their beer and clearly love what they do. The focus seems to be on interesting, flavoursome beers from the US, but there’s also a solid European offering too. There are taps galore along with two huge fridges - left of the bar (near the entrance) are the American cans and bottles, and right of the bar (far side) are their Euro counterparts.Extra points for stocking War Flag, Trailblazer, and best of all: Trooper.
I happened to be in the neighborhood and came across City Beer. Wanted to surprise my boyfriend with some hoppy IPAs and they didn’t disappoint. The staff were extremely knowledgeable and steered me in the right direction. My only disappointment was I didn’t have time to stay for a beer. Hopefully I’ll head over there again soon. Thank you City Beer!
Newly opened, got to hang out with Marco for a pint a a couple samples. Place seems very promising, the space was subleased and remodeled from the old cafe for TD Bank. Some very good choices for beer for the sophisticated palate or folks with a general interest and appreciation for the craft.
Great selection, affordable prices, spacious. Had an awesome time with coworkers and had so many beers for such little money, it reminded me of college towns down south. Don’t pay Manhattan prices when you can go to City Beer instead, ask to take home some free coasters too
Wow this place is great!Rotating beer selection on tap with plenty more canned options. This is a great option for a dog friendly, casual outdoor dining hangout. While most outdoor dining locations in the city are not actually COVID-safe, this location maintains open airflow with partitions between groups.
Really cool spot to check out a wide selection of beers from different spots, both in and out of the city/state. It’s nice to be able to try just one can of different types without having to commit to a 4-pack. They also fill crowlers here and have a nice outdoor space. The employees are always super nice the few times I’ve been there!
They have outdoor dining which was what made us stop here for some drinks. The outdoor space has heaters and separates different groups which was nice. Tons of beer selection both bottles/cans and draft. They had gluten free beer which was nice. If we wanted to drink we had to order a food item so we got the Red Devil. Said it came with chips and cornichons but in reality it was just a handful of chips (willing to overlook that). In total we got 6 beers, 4 drafts and 2 cans. No real complaints until I saw the itemized receipt today. I was charged a $2 corkage fee TWICE so total of $4 (assuming for the 2 beer cans).1. There was no signage about this charge posted anywhere in the store or menu!2. It was beer cans not wine and we opened the beer cans ourselves. They didnt even open it.3. We bought the cans at the store.4. They didnt even tell us. I found out when I looked at my receipt.Literally a scam! Theres another person who mentioned this scam. Wish I saw that persons comment because I would not have came here. Was actually going to come back here since I work in the area but definitely not now.
Extensive selection on craft beers and ciders, in bottles and cans and on draft. Prices from the moderate to the splurge. Can also take out growlers and crowlers. Sleek industrial space with small half moon bar. Small menu of sausages and snacks. Right now (during pandemic) they also have a tent in the street with tables. Highly recommend this place for beer aficionados, or gifts for those who are.
Honestly, this place is great. In a Covid era theyve created a very safe and friendly environment. Prices can very on certain beers, but the melts are 100% worth the price. Make sure to bring a group because splitting a beer and cheese melt honestly has to be one of my new favorite past times. Definitely recommend.IlP.S. Angel, an employee there, is amazing! If he werent on the clock Id definitely have him sit down and join in on a drink at any time. He is extremely knowledgeable, and always quick with a recommendation.
Ive had this place on my list for a while and it is very small and unassuming. They have an amazingly pricey beer selection and exotic snacks. My partner and I got two beers that came out to $13 but when we said we would be drinking them there, total was suddenly $17. It seems if the price would go up for staying this should be noted somewhere or explained? We requested a receipt that was never sent so now I feel like we got cheated. I would come back to try the food/more beer on tap, but I expect some clarity on the payment situation. Again...pricey!
Fantastic local neighborhood beer bar with a huge selection of craft beers and ciders on draft and in cans and bottles. The atmosphere is very relaxed. Chilled out comes to mind even... Lots of snacks and nibbles and a small/limited menu with things like a meat & cheese plate and grilled cheese.BTW gluten free beverages can be bought here too.Beers both to stay or to go available as well.Staff are really friendly - spent time with both Tyler and Jeff. Nice guys.Cheers!
One of the best beer bars in NYC. Angel, Tyler, and all the other great folks here will make you feel right at home. Recommendations are always on point. Drafts rotate frequently and feature a wealth of beers from NYC and upstate. Also don’t miss the excellent bar snacks and food, especially if you’re a cheese lover.
Angel is the man and made me feel welcomed as his energy filled the room. The vibe and decor of the place is great to boot as well as music choice. The selection of beer is solid as well (what truly makes or breaks a place for me) and can see me returning any time Im in the area or not. The place was packed when I went and the demographic of people was from young (21+) to old all brought together for the love of craft beer.
Guy working at bar was highly focused on me, kept calling me love, touched my back, told me to not be stressed and relax (aka smile). Didnt hear him talking to anyone else that way. Will never recommend that place - there are plenty of other over-priced craft beer store/bars in midtown to choose from.
Its a dream! The decor is modern, but warm. The owners put smart and competent personnel behind the bar when they could have easily put a rude imbecile there (it happens so often in NYC). Is it slightly over priced for beer? Yes, but Ive never had a flat pour, theyre constantly rotating kegs in and out and the they have coat hooks, power outlets and freely showcase the wifi password. A ton of choices and they give samples without hesitation. Forego the food, but ladies, try truffle chips.
A uniqueb place, not to mention the beautiful interior of itd art work and posters showing its large selection of beer. You would think this is a beer distribution company that also acts as a bar but No. This is a bar that brings the distribution of the large selection of beer to YOU in a gorgeous unique venue set up and organized in a trendy business themed bar. Small yet cozy.. Different yet unique. Wierd but in a good way and in a way that will bring this place alot of money. No doubt about it.Also staff is nice respectable and appreciative of thr public. Good neighborhood, which I mean wealthy and young, so location is prime foe this kind of new age business that will Def. Set a trend for many others in thr future. A THUMBS UP TO THR OWNERS.
A cornucopia of beers for your choosing from Germany to Australia they dont have it all but they have a lot. In addition they have draft beers, which you can sit and drink or you can purchase a growler and bring it home. Pleasant and knowledgeable staff who are more than willing to assist you in finding a beer or helping you decide what you want.
I lift nearby and was thrilled when this place opened. Ive gone in twice, and both times, have stood in front of the beer coolers for 5 minutes without either of the unoccupied staff members offering to assist me.The place is generally unhelpful - none of the beers have visible labels or prices, and the organization of the cooler is haphazard. Im really disappointed to have to return to buying beer at bodegas.
Total reviews rating 4.7
199 Reviews for City Beer 2023:
Review №1
2022-06-04Loved this place! There were so many beers to choose from. Didnt actually feel like drinking at the time, so Ill have to come back on my next trip. My boyfriend has a sour beer on tap that was amazing. I was settled on the truffle pretzel, but the owner suggested the melts. I ordered the loaded tot, which was everything I needed to recover from the previous nights hangover and totally amazing.
Review №2
2022-04-02Low-key neighborhood spot with a very impressive beer selection. 18 rotating taps with a good mix of breweries from NY state and beyond. Draft beers are typically served in a 10/13oz glass but everything is also available in a 32oz crowler to go. 100s of cold cans and bottles to stay or to go, including a good selection of Belgian beers. The food menu consists of hot sandwiches, hot dogs and other typical beer bar snacks.
Review №3
2022-04-07I hate to admit this…but is this my FAVORITE beer place in the city. From the melts (grilled cheese) to the pretzels, oh and not to mention the tots (bruh), and let’s not forget why we’re here: THE BEER. This place is outstanding. They rotate their taps (I think somewhere around 17) all the time, so you’re able to try all kinds of beer on draught when usually you would have to resort to the can or the bottle. I won’t lie, I try as many as I can each time I visit. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and can make really good recommendations.I really don’t want more people crowding my favorite spot, but do yourself a favor and visit City Beer. Whether it be for a drink to catch up with with friend, decompress after work, or first date; this is the appropriate place! If I could give 6 stars, I would.Cheers
Review №4
2022-06-21Nice beer place in the midtown. Nice seating outside and an amazing selection of both draft beers and cans/bottles. I cant remember the bartenders name, but he was very friendly!
Review №5
2022-03-26Remarkable variety of beer and unexpectedly great grub! The white onyx countertops and the entertaining bartender are a welcome reprieve from the bustling city! Only visiting NYC for 7 days but I could still see myself coming back before we go home.
Review №6
2022-05-12The selection of draft pours and cans to go from Great breweries is AWESOME!!! Food was delicious. Very Friendly. City Beer is my new favorite place in the City to have a beer and relax!
Review №7
2022-07-24This place is great. City Beer is an ideal venue for relaxing with some top quality beer after a day in New York City. I came here twice during my recent visit to the city. The service was great, as was the atmosphere and selection of beers on offer. Although I didnt eat, the menu looked decent as well. Highly recommended if you are looking for a good beer in NYC
Review №8
2022-09-03Hidden gem of a place as many places in the city are. I was here yesterday catching up with some friends and the bartender was super chill. Every hour is happy hour, said the bartender to my friend. 😆 I think its the Beer Authority of Murray Hill. Albeit, smaller, well-lit, and without the Theater District traffic. Great beers on tap, huge selection of drinks on can including ciders and sour beers. Plus, solid pub food options reasonably priced and clean bathroom. I definitely will be back! While its a bit out of the way (unless youre coming from Grand Central Station), its well worth the trek. The Irish stout and mango sour were damn good for a late summer drink. I also had a wheat beer that was solid and took a can of a pear sour to go. Im sure the tap rotates seasonally.
Review №9
2021-09-25If you want an amazing beer selection, and a delicious melt- absolutely stop here. Spaced out indoor seating options were comfortable and covid friendly (lots of outdoor seating, too!) Great location if youre out site seeing and want someplace more chill to sit down and grab a beer.
Review №10
2022-04-23We come here regularly, in fact it’s become a bit of a local. We love the staff and the beer list. They always have great alternatives for the non-beer drinkers. Angel is a wonderful publican and always makes time to have a short chat and say Hi to our puppy!