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Arts and Crafts Beer Parlor
26 W 8th St, New York, NY 10011, United States
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Al
Review №1

This is the best hot dog place Ive ever been to. We got there about an hour before they closed and the line was out the door. Inside is quite small with not many places to sit. The waitresses walks around and cleans tables/asks if youre doing okay, which is nice. Theyre located in a plaza and parking was easy at that time. We got the Elote dog and the Red dog. One was cheesy and corny and the other one was spicy! Both were really good. Easily the best hot dogs Ive ever tried, hands down! Open a location in the Bay Area please!!

Mi
Review №2

Best spot for craft beer lovers, with a rotating selection of local and imported brews. Rotating local art on the walls as well. Snack food like pretzels and mini pizza.Bar tenders are *usually up for a good chat about the brews. Only once got a guy that was apathetic AF. Overall a solid establishment and one of my favorite bars in town.

Br
Review №3

This place is better than Pinks or Arts and Crafts Beer Parlor So much variety. I recommend the Elote dog. The place has a very cool vibe. Staff were really nice as well.

Jo
Review №4

They denied us service and had us wait until someone left their table because of supposed social distancing rules. Then some dude bros came in and ordered beer, where served immediately, and let sit in a shared table with some other group they didnt know. They have no idea what theyre doing. They have rules they cannot enforce. This is a problem in many places right now, but this is where we were made lose out time and temper, sorry.

Ti
Review №5

Awesome craft beer bar. Atmosphere and beer list were fantastic and the bartenders were super knowledgeable and helpful - which is what I want in a place like this. I cant imagine any beer nerd not liking this place.

Si
Review №6

We had a great time! A definite must for anyone looking to enjoy expert craft cocktails with a fun, laid back vibe! The owners welcomed two tourists from So Cal and treated us like family. Cheers to a couple of guys doin it right in San Francisco. We will see you again soon!

Ro
Review №7

Got the 12 beer flight, love the selection here

Fr
Review №8

Great choice of beer and awesome staff to guide you. Really cool atmosphere with one big screen to watch sports if youre into it. Highly recommended!

Ca
Review №9

Great hidden gem for craft beer. Easy to miss if you aren’t looking as it’s below the street. Not much on the menu for food but the tap list more than makes up it.

Dm
Review №10

Excellent variety of beers! And it constantly updating too.Besides beers, beware that there is almost nothing to eat. If you order a pizza youll get a spectacular scene of barman heating it in microwave just on the left of a beer stand. Pizza was good btw.

Da
Review №11

This place is absolutely great. They have put a lot of thought into what they do. Awesome selection of rotating beers. The flights are served in tall glasses and each individual flight is poured according to the alcohol content, so higher alcohol beers will be shorter pours and vice versa. The flight trays are filled with ice water which keeps your beer cold the entire time your sampling. Service A+

古古
Review №12

Very good selections of beer on tap and the cider selections were on point! They also had few food selections. We order pizza with truffle oil and it was really good!

Ri
Review №13

Really nice beer menu that is constantly updated. They also have some tasty small bites bar food. We got the pretzel bites with beer cheese and they really hit the spot. The staff has always been friendly and the overall place is very clean. I would definitely recommend for an after dinner drink.

Be
Review №14

Freakin awesome. Had a Mikkeller Imperial IPA. Sera was lovely as was Paul and Bruno at the end of the bar!

Jo
Review №15

A cool, cozy spot to get many different pints on draft. The bartender says the Arts part of the name can be seen in the changing pieces of art on the walls of the tavern. Their happy hour (4-7) deal gets you four different pints for $5 a pop. A great place to do a little Power Hour before going out.

Br
Review №16

Great tap list, beer flights available, but be warned, they are 8 oz. pours each. They do flights in increments of 6, all the way up to the 24 beers they have on draft.

Ch
Review №17

The beer tasting at the little spot is absolutely amazing, so many options and such great quality staff!

Br
Review №18

The beers were just so-so. The ipa we started with was more like a mild pale ale with no bitterness. But the prices are good and I got 3 beers for $20 in Manhattan.

Xa
Review №19

Great selection of beers in a small cellar. Crowded at happy hour.

Ja
Review №20

This place is great in terms of craft beers, there is plenty of choice for every taste. The service was fine. Will return.

F
Review №21

Nice craft beer bar in the middle of Wash Sq. Wish they played something other than sports games in the TV though - kinda kills the “arts and crafts” appeal of the name and interior.

Er
Review №22

Great beer selection that is always rotating. Wish there were more elaborate food options, but I understand the limits of the existing space, which is cozy. But hey, its NYC.

Br
Review №23

Unpretentious and warm, with a good crowd, fast service, excellent beer selection and bar bites. Nice place.

No
Review №24

Most ppl were sitting outside during day but we went inside. Great selection of beer including beers with > 7% alcohol. Staff wasnt attentive but they were very nice. Great neighborhood. Cool bathroom.

Da
Review №25

Bustling bar with great brews and drinks! Nice back patio with Jenga. Definitely play Jenga.

Sa
Review №26

Great beer, great cider, great food in a wonderful atmosphere. Check it out! Always something new on tap to satisfy all beer and cider lovers.

Ka
Review №27

Great place to unwind and down a cold one.

Sa
Review №28

This is one of the good beer parlor close to Washington Square park and McDougall street. They have an awesome list of craft beers which they update regularly featuring a lot of beers especially from the neighboring areas. The ambience of the location is great, they have ample seating and the spot is ideal for an evening hangout with a group of friends. One can be seated on the long bar counter or sit at the long wooden tables behind the counter. The service was very friendly, they suggested me some real good beers to try and were patient in explaining which one I should pick.FYI, the beer parlor is kinda at the basement and you may miss the sign. Do keep an eye for the sign just below your eye level so as to not miss it while walking.They also offer food but its mostly frozen pizza or pretzels heated from the oven and served, I would rather suggest you to have some food from outside or just have some fries to pair with your beer.Summary:The beer parlor is definitely worth trying for their choice of beers and good service.

Ka
Review №29

Fantastic beer parlor. Get a flight-- you wont regret it!

Do
Review №30

Good selection of beer. Not much to eat. Staff is attentive. You can make a reservation for a large party. Not so loud that you cant have a conversation.

Ta
Review №31

Ive introduced countless friends and coworkers to this hidden craft beer gem. Even had a birthday here. Friendly staff, great selection, awesome vibe. Especially good for winter.

Ma
Review №32

Good selection and decent pricing. Could benefit from a stronger food menu.

Sp
Review №33

What can I say other than I *love* Arts and Crafts as a place to chill and have a few beers. Do you love wood? Because everything in Arts and Crafts is wood, making for a cozy feel. The faux fireplace is a neat touch. Really encourages sticking around a while.As for the important part - the drink selections are on point. With enough variety in styles of beers as not to become an IPA fest that is all the rage these days. There are ciders, wine and fruity things for people who may not be beer aficionados but this is first and foremost a craft beer joint.Theres very little food options outside some pretzels and the like but if youre all about that exploring new beer types life this is a spot to keep in mind.

Na
Review №34

Good beer selection. Atmosphere not so good. Not so much attention from the bartenders (when it was not busy). It should be more clean, smelled in side like the beer was more then fermented.

Je
Review №35

Awesome little beer bar with a wide selection of brews (including IPAs and sours) youve likely never tried. Check it out!

Ro
Review №36

So every craft beer bar in this city has a catchy name like “Milk & Hops”, “Malt & Mold”, “Astoria Beer & Cheese” and they all sell beer and cheese. I love that this place has a cool name that goes along with a cool unique concept of highlighting good craft beer and art.

Mi
Review №37

Fun atmosphere, they have lots of choices of beers to choose from that suits to your taste. Many of the beers are served in special glasses made. Very cool! If you love beer, this place is a must visit.

Be
Review №38

Very low key, just ‘snacks’ for food. All day happy hour includes the good beer.

Ha
Review №39

Fantastic, low key, cozy bar. Great selection of 20+ craft brews on tap, featuring a large selection of local brews too. All wood interior featuring a changing selection of pop art style posters ties the whole place together. Reasonably priced and great to visit after a work night.

Lo
Review №40

We went for a drink recently because we had a few hours to kill before a dinner reservation and wanted a laid back place where we could chat.This place was perfect for us. Great relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Not too loud so you can have a conversation. The beer selection was great. Overall we had a very good time and would return!

Be
Review №41

Amazing service and a great selection

He
Review №42

Amazing beer bar with great music and knowledge staff!

TJ
Review №43

Pretty wide selection of beer. Good place for a casual hang out.

Ty
Review №44

This large hole-in-the-wall beer joint sits below street level which offers a bit of solitude and a great beer menu. The tap list is extensive with a ton of variety and beers even craft beer lovers probably haven’t experienced. The staff was super knowledgeable about the beer and made great suggestions. The food was even decent too though it’s mostly just heated up in the toaster oven. It still hit the spot.

Mi
Review №45

They have good selections of craft beers, exceptional staff, gave you great recommendation on what to try. Cozy Atmosphere. Overall, a good experience.

De
Review №46

This is a fantastic place in the village for beer-lovers. 20+ beers on tap with a good balance of darks and pales. The atmosphere is low-key and ideal for stopping by after work for apint or two.

Ed
Review №47

Happy hour was solid. The beer taps are an excellent selection of local brews. The bartender was accommodating. Good vibe. -1 star because the table was sticky gross.

St
Review №48

Great selection of craft beer , not too crowded and cool art!

Aa
Review №49

No frills craft beer bar. Great place to try a eclectic rotation of beers. They have about 15 taps. Just two items in the food/snack department, but theres ample food options nearby.The bar is quite spacious inside with minimal outdoor seating (just a bench).

Sw
Review №50

Very clean and organized spot.. great collection of craft beer and the art work is awesome

Ja
Review №51

Really nice cozy beer bar in the middle of Manhattan. It feels like youre transported in out of the business of the city. Its a great alternative in the area if you want a great selection of beers but dont want to deal with the crowds at Blind Tiger

Ma
Review №52

Great place for enjoying some craft beer.

Lo
Review №53

An amazing craft beer bar! Had a snores stout here, not my kinda beer but interesting nonetheless

Do
Review №54

Excellent beers. Not cheap, but probably worth it for a few beers and the experience. As for the service and atmosphere, it was fine.

Ch
Review №55

Nice little spot, highly recommend. Low noise.

Da
Review №56

Lot of beer selection

Se
Review №57

Quaint and cozy bar thats good for A relaxing night if drinks and games for a small group. They have a fake fireplace to really give you that lets play a game of clue type of vibe. Great beer selection as well. Giving it 4 starts because the beers were just a tad overpriced. I would definitely come back here. Protip: bring your games!

Ja
Review №58

Good beer and service. Mixed cried considering its best NYU. Great happy hour prices!

Cl
Review №59

The beer selection here is really good. I loved the ambience and vibe of this place. The only issue I had was that it was slightly cramped (although I still had fun and was able to enjoy my craft beer). Would come back here again.

Je
Review №60

Good beers with pretty large choice.The place is a bit small though. Be careful if youre a large group of people.

Th
Review №61

Didnt know what to expect but more than pleasantly surprised, really cool bar with great beers and great service

An
Review №62

Nice place, the owners are great and will give you and overview of what beers are on tap and which are their favorites. The space is rather small, but there is one large table at the back of the bar which can be reserved.

Ev
Review №63

Great selection but definitely on the expensive side.

De
Review №64

Great selection of beers. Bar tenders are knowledgeable, likeable and good place to drink and talk. Music is good but not loud. No TVs so you can just be with ppl

Se
Review №65

Great place to drink craft beer

Je
Review №66

Great selection, friendly bartenders, fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Ju
Review №67

Great place, large selection, awesome bartenders.

Ni
Review №68

Beer and more beer , great selection.

Na
Review №69

Great cozy bar. Not overrun with riff Raff. An adult place to have a drink or do a professional happy hour

Bi
Review №70

Great spot for craft beer! Super selection and knowledgeable staff!

Ja
Review №71

Great selection of beers, great staff and an awesome place to catch up with friends

Za
Review №72

Chill jazz bar with lots of choices on tap. Would visit again.

Pa
Review №73

Good but a bit crowded - but it just proves that its good.

mr
Review №74

Good draught list, nice wood interior. Not pretentious. Cool spot. Bartender was very cool.

Da
Review №75

Cozy little bar with a relaxing atmosphere and great beer selections. Visited with a group of friends, and everyone enjoyed the beer they chose. Friendly staff members and interesting art pieces decorations.

Ja
Review №76

Nice, off the beaten track, good beers, locals place.

Wi
Review №77

While good beer is not difficult to find in New York per se, the places where it can be had are relatively speaking few and far between.Arts and Crafts is one such place where those who appreciate anything from a pint of New England ipa or a 10 oz sour fruit beer will not be disappointed. They feature a predominantly local rotating menu featuring some of the best breweries in the region, and some others probably worth giving a shot!The bar tenders are very nice and personable, they feel like your friends behind the bar (sometimes they are). You can try anything youd like, and there is a reasonable happy hour too. You can watch sports, or just enjoy a nice brew in a very comfortable and well appointed, traditionally styled setting. Basically a clean and pleasant pub that feels like youre hanging out in neutral ground, not a store. Charmingly located below ground in the eminently charming surrounds of Washington Square Park, theres little not to like.

Jo
Review №78

Cozy, excellent selection.

Ri
Review №79

Awesome selection of beer. Staff was great. Drinks were priced well. Has good vibes.

Da
Review №80

Great selection of taps and bottles, friendly service, and reasonable prices considering the NYC location.

Ji
Review №81

Laid back atmosphere. Very solid tap list with a good variety of styles.

Pe
Review №82

Arts exhibited on walls from a local artist (they change them every two months) and craft beer from all over US (they have a new special each week) supporting micro breweries and refining the taste of local community. Their ginger cider from Maryland is amazing :)

Ro
Review №83

This place had great beer, good music, and a chill vibe on a nice Sunday early evening. It was a nice place for a long conversation over some beers. They do flights served in a cool contraption that keeps them cold in an ice bath. There is interesting local art on the walls, including a painting of the stonewall tavern which a historic blurb next to it.

Do
Review №84

I was excited to check this place out because I love both arts and crafts beer. I really liked to cute and pub like atmosphere, but u have to admit that I wasnt impressed with their beer selection. They have a variety of styles of beer, but all the beers I tried werent particularly good. I doubt I would go back.

As
Review №85

Nice people! Great beers! Love the location :)

Be
Review №86

Atmosphere is so relaxing. So many craft beers on tap. Plus, wines etc. Great for a snack too. Very friendly.

Da
Review №87

Awesome atmosphere and good beer....what else do you need?

To
Review №88

Really good beer selection

Da
Review №89

Da Appetizers & Beer Selections were AWESOOOOME!!!

An
Review №90

Great beer list with pub vibes

Sa
Review №91

Great cozy place for a date

Je
Review №92

Great wood! Come with a few friends and drink all the beer.

Ga
Review №93

This place has a great selection of beers + it has space to sit down and talk, especially during weekdays.

Co
Review №94

Nice selection of beers. We stopped in here on a Friday afternoon. They had a nice selection of local beers and some others. It was nice and quiet at the time. Worth a stop if you are looking for something else.

Al
Review №95

Nice beer selection. Waiters were really great, they made it a special night.

Da
Review №96

Very nice beer selection, including several quite rare beers. Theres always going to be something interesting you havent tried. Comfortable basement feel.

dw
Review №97

I dont remember being here but why trash them

Ya
Review №98

The best craft beer in the city!

Do
Review №99

Had a ton of fun here. Great beer. Actually had a bourbon county brand rare stout. So, I bought it and we all shared. Good times.

Al
Review №100

Great selection of craft beers (over 20 different taps)

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  • Address:26 W 8th St, New York, NY 10011, United States
  • Site:http://www.artsandcraftsbarnyc.com/
  • Phone:+1 646-678-5263
Categories
  • Bar
  • Art gallery
  • Artist
  • Beer garden
  • Beer hall
  • Beer store
  • Exhibit
  • Gastropub
  • Restaurant
  • Wine bar
Working hours
  • Monday:4–10pm
  • Tuesday:4–10pm
  • Wednesday:4–10pm
  • Thursday:4–10pm
  • Friday:2–10pm
  • Saturday:2–10pm
  • Sunday:4–10pm
Service options
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Takeaway:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:No
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Transgender safe space:Yes
  • LGBTQ-friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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