A Beer Lover's Guide To New York City
Since the Neolithic age (when beer was rumored to have been discovered), the world’s most sociable beverage has been re-shaped and refined thousands of times. From historical taverns to the latest in craft beer technology, New York City is home to some of the world’s finest locales.
1. McSorley's Ale House
Bar, Pub, Irish
For more than 150 years, McSorley’s Ale House has been brewing their trademark light and dark ales for both workers and statesmen alike. Served in two twin glasses, McSorley’s Ale has touched the lips of beer lovers like Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, and John F. Kennedy. The historic decor has not changed since its inception, and the famed ale house has been a destination for beer lovers far and wide. No New York City beer tour would be complete without sampling both of their smooth ales, alongside a plate of their cheese and raw onion platter.
2. Brooklyn Brewery
Brewery, Park
3. Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden
Bar, Restaurant, Czech
Founded in 1910 by the Bohemian Citizens’ Benevolent Society of Astoria, Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden brings the rich taste of the finest Czech and Slovak brewmasters to New York City patrons. In the 1800s, many Czech and Slovak immigrants found a home in Astoria, Queens and there is no better way to sample the Eastern European brewing tradition than hard-to-get brews like Schofferhofer (grapefruit beer), Staropramen, and Hofbrau Original. The rich, smooth flavors of these and many other brews come alive with classic Eastern European dishes like beef goulash and fried muenster smazak.
4. Harlem Nights
Bar, Pub Grub
5. The Bronx Brewery
Brewery
6. War Flag Brewing Company
Brewery
7. The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites
Bar, Craft Ale Bar, Coffee Shop, Tea , Pub Grub, American
8. District Tap House
Restaurant, American
9. Fools Gold
Bar, Craft Ale Bar, Pub, Pub Grub, American
10. St. Gambrinus Beer Shoppe
Bar, Craft Ale Bar, Pub Grub, American