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

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