Top 5 Dive Bars in New York City
The best top 5 dive bars in New York City, New York — reviewed and rated by locals.
Top 5 Dive Bars
1
The Rusty Nail
218 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
The rare dive bar where the bathroom actually shines. Graffiti art walls but spotless fixtures.
4.6/10 Bathroom
4.8 Vibe
2
Double Down Saloon
14 Avenue A, New York, NY
Punk rock atmosphere with restrooms that are cleaner than you would ever expect from the exterior.
4.5/10 Bathroom
4.7 Vibe
3
The Watering Hole
106 E 19th St, New York, NY
Gramercy dive with a heart of gold. Bathrooms are small but consistently well-maintained.
4.4/10 Bathroom
4.5 Vibe
4
Mugsy's Tavern
530 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Williamsburg watering hole with character-filled restrooms that stay respectably clean.
4.3/10 Bathroom
4.4 Vibe
5
The Green Lantern
497 3rd Ave, New York, NY
Murray Hill staple with surprisingly decent facilities for a neighborhood dive. Stocked and swept.
4.2/10 Bathroom
4.3 Vibe