This is the best bar in New York. The jukebox gives you a high that is unmatched by any drug in the world. Would recommend for your next night out. read more

Dirty. Dingy. Disgusting. AND that's why I love it! One of the few remaining true dive bars in NYC. I love sitting in the dirty seats and wondering what it was like to be a New Yorker hanging out here in the 80s or 90s. Drinks aren't super cheap, but not super expensive either. It gets pretty packed on the weekends, so get there early if you want to score a seat. Typical dive bar as far as drinks are concerned...come here for a beer or a whiskey on the rocks. If you try and order a margarita or some fancy martini, you will probably leave disappointed. But that's what you get if you're that asshole who goes to a dive bar and orders a cosmo. I will cry the day the sleazy landlord raises their rent to like $50K/month and a Duane Reade moves in, but until then I will enjoy the filthiness of Doc Holliday's! read more

I'm not even sure why I'm giving this three stars. I should be giving it one and say that its actually one and a half. But its an experience I'll say that. You just feel dirty in this bar. The crowd is awful. Old farts and older suits coupled with rowdy dive-bar-loving women. Fine. Let me tell you about this bartender though this one time. She pissed in the bar sink. That's right. She took off her bra and was swinging it around trying to catch a person in its musk. Hair-raising. The good thing was she was probably hammered so she gave back my friend 11 dollars change for 10 dollars worth of drinks. Hilarious. read more

Extremely rude service by bartenders, I guess people let it go because the girls are so #Edgyamd what not. #stfu

I danced on the bar here with my friend. I am pretty sure we were the only women in the entire establishment, and we managed to liven up the atmosphere merely with the presence of estrogen. I recommend this place if you're looking to get picked up, because believe me -- you will! I believe this place may actually be filled with real cowboys or something. They have a "Bucket O' Beer" that you can get (a 6-pack in a bucket full of ice). I wasn't familiar with many of the beers. This place smells a little like leather, and if you look above you, there are saddles and cowboy boots! Oh my! Definitely a manly hangout! But if you are a girl here, you may not pay for a single beverage! read more

Being from Texas,this bar reminds of a honky tonk dive there. I usually come here for birthday parties(usually Ex-Texans). Pros -decent priced drinks. -pool table -laid back crowd. -cozy feeling(huh) Cons -nutcase bartenders -could get extremely packed -can't stand the smell too long. -restrooms are gross. Overall, decent place to chill. read more

An all around good time....you'll especially love it when the entire bar joins in for a rousing rendition of a old Waylon Jennings tune. The beer is cheap, the people are fun, and it can get crazy crowded on the weekends but it's all part of the fun. Yes, the occasional girl can be found dancing on the bar but it's all in good fun. read more

An East Village staple with fair priced drinks and wonderful bartenders. The ambiance is the main reason that I come back time and time again. Specifically, a bartender named Christina who makes me feel like I'm at home. There is a pool table, amazing music, good company and great service. Doc's is, and will continue to be, one of my favorite bars forever. read more

That same model I was talking about in my review of Anyway Cafe...? She first took me here. I don't know what else to say besides, oh dear god! Sawdust on the floors, random "vagrants" stumbling in or nodding off at the bar, terrible bathrooms...and yet beautiful women instinctively flock here like the "salmon of Capistrano." Most of the time, I spend my time a couple blocks away at one of the better bars in the neighborhood. But on occasion, I'll screw up my courage and walk through those swinging doors. read more

A greasy grimy dive bar. Decent beers on tap and ok prices for the neighborhood. I was getting draft Coney's for $6 at 3am which really isn't bad. They have a real good juke box but don't always play the best music when its not coming from the juke box. read more

Solid dive bar, for dive bar's sake. Has to look and feel of a dive bar but without the "I might get herpes from the toilet seat" feel. (though I'd squat anyway.. just to be safe). As my friend Erik described "It's me, in building form." How true that statement was. Friday Happy hour with 2 for 1 until 7:30pm is pretty legit, though beers are always cheap here so it's a good destination pretty much anytime. read more

Grungy, loud, and cheap, if that's your thing. The men's room is a damned disgrace. read more

This place does exactly what it's meant to do. Serves fairly inexpensive drinks and gives you a laid back atmosphere in which to get drunk with your friends. Friendly bartenders and good crowd. read more

Look, I like dive bars as much as the next cheap/poor guy, but this place just rubbed me wrong. Not because of the vibe (it's fun and casual), not because of the bartenders (they seem down-to-earth and friendly), and not because of prices (pint and a well was $13). Nope, my entire beef is the layout. Maybe it's petty, but my bar experience can be (and routinely is) ruined by poor patron circulation. I get that places are busy and that sometimes you just have to deal with the mad press. However, this place invites that situation. Directly behind the bar stools (maybe 3 feet back) is a waist high runner that splits the bar in two and is set up for people to lean against and rest their drinks. Sounds good in theory. Except the runner invites people to camp out behind the bar stools, creating a jam in the limited space available. Interior design aside, this place seems fun, especially if you're less anal than me. read more

As an Albertan in New York, this place is my fave. Country Music (mixed in with rock n roll), pool tables, cheap beer...Just the best. I heard Shania Twain TWICE in the same night, which to some people would be a complete nightmare, but to me is a total dream! read more

One of my favorite haunts from my post-college days in NYC. I worked uptown & I was one of those dreaded B&T kids who would come into the city on the weekends. While most of the people I'd ride the train in with would be headed for lame techno & hip hop clubs, I'd be on my way down to the East Village to barhop around in SoHo (usually up & down Ludlow St). But I'd always make the trek over to Doc Holliday's to soak in some country music & drink a few cans of PBR. One of the diviest dives I've ever been to. read more

I'm one of those people when you ask what kind of music they listen to, I respond: everything BUT country. It was my friends birthday & she SWORE about how fun this place was. Did I believe her? Nope. It was surprisingly a great time. I had to pretend I knew every song that came on, but after some quick, strong & cheap drinks that was no problem-o. The bartenders were AWESOME & FUN. They got up on the bar & danced and got people pumped up. It seemed like I put 298234 drinks on my tab, so I was nervous that I spent half my life savings, but it was dirt cheap!! bathrooms were kinda skeevy, but its not like you will be sober when you are there any way! read more

A friend had a great birthday party here. It's a bar that leans towards the dive classification but it's not too nasty, and it's not so tiny that you feel sweat from the person next to you evaporating in your direction... basically, there is enough space for a decent amount of people. The pool table in the back is a nice touch, although I am not sure how practical it was that people were still playing around midnight when the bar began to fill up. A decent selection of bottled (& canned) beer added to my enjoyment. $4 tall boys of Natty Light were a hit, but bottles of Sierra Nevada were also available once I felt my inner fraternity guy creeping back. Overall impression: a very good place to go if you are nearby and just looking to have beers with friends and get drunk, or to have a pretty revelry-filled birthday party. I will inevitably come back here at 3am sometime -- and I will be be pleased with that decision. read more

This could very well be a top 5 of my most favorite bars in the city ! I love love love this place. I've only been once but made it with a large group of friends and we sang and danced and tried not to stumble to much. They have boots on the ceiling and some sweet beats in the jukebox. If I recall as well the drinks were oh so cheap. It is country music btw so you've got to be into that first before stepping in or else you're going to be very disappointed for sure. I can do a PBR ! read more

How uniquely... exquisite? Is that an appropriate term for a dive bar? Came here on a Wednesday night for drinks with a group of friends. Relatively empty so we were able to take a corner to ourselves. The place looked a bit dirtier (and I mean literally - dirty tables, etc) than I prefer my nights to be. Aside from the fact that the music is a big quirky (country mixed with... stuff??), the service is pretty basic and somewhat rude. But then again, this IS a dive bar; if you aren't put off my at least two things then I don't think it can classified as such. Juke box, Big Buck, cheap beer, loud locals. Seems about right! read more

I live in the neighborhood, and I would always walk by Doc's, wanting to go in. It wasn't until the day after my 21st birthday that I did. And I was blown away. A killer juke box with all the classic oldies and country songs you could want. There are cowboy boots stuck to the ceiling. Arcade games. Pool. I mean, it's a dreamy dive bar! The bartenders flirt with guys and girls. The bouncer will get you a shot on your birthday. The drinks are relatively cheap. They serve Pabst, so I was happy. The bathrooms are rightfully disgusting. And whether you're outside smoking a cigarette or inside drinking, you meet interesting characters. The regulars are amazing old men who love to talk about the old days and are cool as hell. It's one of my favorite places to go when I want to go out. If you're looking for a shitty place to go, this is one of the best shitty places I've ever been to. read more

One of my favorite dive bars in NYC. This place is cheap and fun, simple as that. Not only that, it's also in a great location on Ave A where you can hit a bunch of different places and make a real night out of it. I went recently after not going for years and noticed three things: 1) Smelled way better than it used to 2) They fixed the jukebox 3) Way more girls than I remember read more

The bartender (Tuesday nights 7-8PM) was ripping shots the ENTIRE time and in a drunken stuper, was ripping us off on the buy-one-get-one deal. She took our redeemable beer tickets, didn't get us a beer, and never gave the tickets back. Then in a pure 2nd-grade move, pleaded ignorance to the entire situation (probably cause she was wasted). Otherwise, it took 10 minutes to get a beer in an empty bar. Reminds me why I stopped coming here. Go to the Horseshoe instead. Great service and a great time! (7th St and Ave B)!! read more

This place was a massive disappointment. located in the hustling and bustling East Village, my truly favorite place to act out my baser instincts and put a name to the Weekend Warrior reputation that i have occasionally garnered. However, this place is no fun. Poor drink selection leaves even the most basic tastes craving something more....substantive. security guard at the door let the ladies in our group in, and immediately held the men in the party up. the issue? a foreign ID of a friend from Europe. seriously? you havent seen an EU ID before? forget about food, and the bar is almost always too busy for its own good. It can pay tribute to its location for that blessing. Would have received 1 star, however, if this decrepit pit of chaos comes close to having a redeeming aspect, it is the gaggles of tourists who always make good conversation and is always appreciated. read more

If you love dive bars - check this place out. I lived around the corner for two years and we always made a stop here at some point - the drinks are cheap and the crowd is - interesting to say the least. I was here just a few weeks ago and happened to witness my very first TRUE bar browl. Broken chairs and all. If you like this kind of excitement . . . and some sleazy company, it's worth it. Not to mention they have one of those hunting video arcade games. read more

The bartender here once sprayed me down with seltzer water for about 30 seconds because I didn't tip on a $2 can of PBR, (I know, I know!). She warned me it was going to happen if I didn't fork out a buck, but I was certifiably out of money at this point, (unemployed, at a bar cuz it was a friend's going away party... long story). I could have borrowed a buck from someone but definitely not after being threatened. I took the spray down like a good sport - I really do understand how important tips are to bartenders. Afterwards I think she felt bad about it and bought a round of Jameson shots for my friends and I. We warmed up to each other a bit, empathizing over financial problems. When she mentioned how stressful it is to work for tips I asked her if she ever considered a different line of work. For reasons unclear, this question made her eyes well up with tears and she stormed off saying, "I've had it with this f***ing guy..." Some big grey biker guy told me I owed her an apology. Still soaking wet, I agreed to apologize if he could get her to come back from the employee only area. He went back to get her but she refused to come out. This happened in 2007. I still go there from time to time and don't mind that it smells like piss. You get what you pay for, folks. Extra star for the killer juke box. Tip your bartenders. read more

Doc Holliday's is a great little dive bar. Very laid back and chill atmosphere complete with Big Buck Hunter and a pool table. In addition to a decent size bar they have several tables and booths to sit and hang out. They have a decent selection of beer that you can get in the form of a pitcher if you like. Also they have nightly specials. The one I have enjoyed the most is Tuesday Night from 8-11 all you can drink Budlight for $7. Overall great place to go hang out with friends and have a drink. read more

Affordable beers and a 5 star dive bar in the east village. Music is always awesome and played on a retro juke box. Always my go to in the area. read more

This is for all my fellow Yelpers that wish they could review Doc's. Essence of a dive bar with a pool table that actually has a wait and deer hunter which takes many of my dollars. All in all exactly what you want in a bar, I know this is a spot me and my old colleagues went to more than frequently. As they can't write reviews this ones for them #YelpsGo2! read more

Really like this bar. Very casual and relaxed feel. Drinks are reasonably priced (and they have many good drink specials). A good amount of space that makes it good for a group going out. The bartenders are very engaging. Also creates a nice vibe if you like/don't mind country music. Like that they have a jukebox. Also, very fun to play the arcade machine they have: Big Buck Hunter. read more

Felt like we were right at home here. Bartenders awesome. Atmosphere great. Tab even better. Most affordable drinking we have done in NYC so far. Amazing thanks y'all! read more

It has been said but this really is a dive bar! Dirty feel but it is great! Not that much seating with a pool table area. Went on a tuesday night where it is $5 all you can drink Bud Light...no catch. Went a few weeks ago with a buddy and we just sat at the bar and the bartender kept refilling our plastic cups. As much as they hate the frat boy, polo/lacoste shirt type, it sort of felt like a frat party. They also have tall boys of PBR. Prices are cheap. read more

Not the diviest of dives but its pretty close. Don't use the bathrooms if you're faint of heart. They have an awesom jukebox and Buckshot Pro. If its your first time go early sit at the bar and make friends with the bartendars....they'll remember you next time and serve you doubles from then on out. I use to go every Saturday night for a yr...they know my drink and poured it as soon as I walked in. Living up on the west side and coming down to Docs every weekend surely means its a decent place to go drink for cheap meet some fun people and hear some good tunes. read more

Oh Doc Holliday's! If you are the kind of person who thinks to themselves with a sense of smug satisfaction that you prefer dive bars any night to some shame whirlpool in Tribeca or trendy places of similar ilk, this, my friend, is the place for you. Last night, my friend and I stopped by around 10pm. The guy at the door asked if we had faked ID's because he was so bored. Unfortunately, we did not but it provided a little bit of recently-legal panic/ nostalgia/ amusement. Because I don't drink (allergy not morals), the quality of the alcohol could not mean less to me. What I can tell you is the atmosphere is not to be beat. You will find it very difficult to not get up and dance. Last night "A Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On'" and "All My Loving" came on while I was at the bar and only modesty kept me stationary. Overall: great people, great jams, a great way to start, continue, or end your night a stone's throw away from late night food and other bars. read more

Dive bar that could surely use a face lift but won't... otherwise it wouldn't be a dive bar. Relaxed atmosphere, not overcrowded. Good for groups. read more

Hey Good Lookin' Are you going to be Honky Tonkin', Howling at the Moon and Setting the Woods on Fire at Doc Hollidays or are you staying in your Mansion on the Hill while I sit there blowing my Lonesome Whistle, a poor boy Alone and Forsaken with a Cold Cold Heart and a Tear in my Beer? Will you leave me singing "I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry" and "Weary Blues From Waitin"? Please Make Up Your Mind. I'm not Ready to Go Home. Sincerely A Ramblin' Man read more

Came to this place at a request from an old friend visiting from my hometown. Stopping at this place is like traveling back in time to college years at a Southern school. Just like in college: -I got IDed at the door by a scary looking bouncer. -Drinks are cheap and plentiful. People are mostly drinking beer. -The music plays so loud that you cannot hear anyone else next to you. -Many checkered long-sleeve dress shirts. Definitely some coordination going on. -There is a pool table in the back of the bar with a sign saying "This pool table is not for beers. Balls only." Nothing fancy, but it takes me back. read more

Outstanding service from Amy, she was very attentive and sweet as pie! Food and drinks were delicious.. Love their homemade dressings!

I came here with a group of people after my husband and his friend had a great time at the place a few weeks ago. Almost everyone at the bar were leaning in over the counter to order their drinks because it was very loud. For reasons we still aren't sure of, one of bartenders became livid at my husband, yelling at him, insulting him, and eventually telling him she would not serve him. We were never really given an explanation. Very odd behavior. We will most likely not come back, especially if that bartender in particular is there. read more

Whenever I bring some one new to Doc's, I let them know exactly what they're in for. This is the best bar in New York City. The jukebox, the pool table, the bartenders, the booths, the window spots, big buck hunter - it may all seem like your standard list of bar features, but what happens when it all comes together here is something special. I let my friends know that they're going to the best bar in New York City, and no one has disagreed with me yet. read more