The 5 Best Bars in the Meatpacking District

Almost every city has its own meatpacking district, but few are nearly as famous as the one in New York City. Located on the lower west side of Manhattan, this district traditionally is seen as running roughly from West 14th St. in the north down to Gansevoort Street in the south. It also runs from famous Hudson Street west to the Hudson River. While these borders aren’t necessarily set in stone, this district was once heavily industrial, evolved into a place that was incredibly popular with several alternative scenes, and eventually fell into disrepair in the late 80s and early 90s. However the Meatpacking District has enjoyed a strong resurgence in recent years catering to the hipster and young professional crowds and is now seen as one of the trendiest and most upscale spots in all of Manhattan.

When you’re looking through a small neighborhood such as the meatpacking district, you may want to fully know your options before choosing one specific bar over any other. Read on to learn about your choices when it comes to excellent bars and clubs in this district.

 

1. The Brass Monkey

 

When it comes to looking for those quiet gems of unpretentious bars in a neighborhood that just fit in with a special charm, The Brass Monkey has to top the list of bars in the meatpacking district that fill that description. This unpretentious pub has an impressive beer selection and a roof deck that proves popular with locals and visitors alike. One of the best bars in the area that keeps that old school “Meatpacking District” charm.

 

2. The Standard Biergarten

Rated by Zagat’s as being some of the finest beer specialists in all of New York City. Set up as a traditional beer garden, you can also enjoy plenty of German fare like pretzels, sausage, and of course, plenty of beer. The ping pong tables offer a great bit of outdoor fun, and there is plenty of room for large and friendly crowds. This is one of the most popular bars in the entire Meatpacking District and it’s not hard to see why.

 

 

3. Le Bain

Le Bain is a rooftop bar that overlooks the neighborhood and has a very nice relaxed feeling to it. This falls under the term of trendy and is a music bar with a great wine solution, laid back vibe, and plenty of house music almost every day of the week. Views of the Hudson River and the surrounding neighborhood offer plenty of picture opportunities and the right type of setting to really kick back and enjoy the evening. This isn’t a place to pound a bunch of brews, but it is a great place to enjoy the music and relax as you treat yourself to the nightlife.

 

4. Troy Liquor Bar

The Troy Liquor Bar is all about the simple and the enjoyable. A wide selection of booze helps anyone enjoy a large serious of games including foosball, pool, and even board games that can be brought out on a variety of tables. Mixed cocktails are available and this street level bar is all about the human interaction and enjoyment of each other’s company. This is one of the most popular bars in the Meatpacking District.

 

5. STK Downtown & Rooftop

Finally, no bar hop through the Meatpacking District is complete without a stop at STK Downtown & Rooftop bar, which is definitely on the high end side of things. Open from 6 pm to 12:30 am this is a favorite spot for trendy and chic clientele who love their expensive drinks and an amazing steak to go with it.

 

 

 

 

 

When you’re looking for quality bars in the Meatpacking District, there are plenty to choose from. Our list is just the tip of the iceberg. We also have great recommendations for secret bars in NYC that you must visit.

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