There are all sorts of reasons to travel to New York—the museums, the shows, the bagels, and the city’s bar scene is among the world’s best. Friendly dives sit alongside brewpubs, wine bars, and destination cocktail dens that can dictate drink and design trends for years to come. In a city where apartments are comically small, bars are where New Yorkers go to meet friends, toast milestones, complain about their boss or ex, and engage total strangers in conversations about art, culture, sports, and whether the G train is running that weekend. Whether you’re thirsty for a boilermaker, glass of natural wine, or inventive cocktail unlike anything you’ve ever imagined, you’ll find it here. These are the best bars in New York City.
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