This is one of my favorite lower east side bars. Great little dance area in the back. Excellent on Friday and Saturday nights. The drinks are a decent price and they have a happy hour during the week till 8pm. They play hip hop, r&b reggae, pop etc. the atmosphere is casual and not pretentious. No cover to get in. Me and my friends always go here and have a great time. Guys are respectful and cool vibes. read more

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Was with a big group around the corner for dinner at Boulton & Watt, when a friend said he wanted early 2000s Hip-Hop & R&B A.K.A. a really good DJ. I followed my little yelp-ing nose and picked out La Linea based on the reviews about music and fun vibes. I can't really describe what I was expecting but it definitely wasn't what I walked into. Definitely a lot smaller than I was imagining, and not at all the crowd I had envisioned. Regardless, my friends and I claimed a spot in the front corner of the bar and had a pretty good time. The music was on point, and the drinks were pretty cheap at around $10 a pop for well drinks. Nothing else was really catching my attention so, for the location I feel like some improvements could be made and it would be more inviting to the east village/les crowd. read more

Great crowd, the daily happy hour 1/2 priced drinks is great. Good sizes. They play hip hop, reggae, soca, everything... It's pretty great to dance on the weekends, never been during the week. Gets pretty crowded on a friday night and that's cool, the more the merrier. And it's not a sausage fest either there's ample felines. Check it out I might tonight who knows. read more

I use to like coming here but now it just seems like the crowd has changed. The place is also super small and the guys there are so desperate. It is not a good place a for a group, you guys would be crushed and you will have no place to put your coats or things. It's pretty wack! The drinks are reasonably priced and the music OK but it's way to small the bathrooms is also gross. Do not bother if you are looking for a good time with friends. read more

Came on a Friday night and they wouldn't let one-off us in because of a hat! 7 women! We even tried to talk to the bouncer but a no go when several men inside had hats on! Based on the reviews, this place has discriminatory practices that are wrong and should not be tolerated. Plenty of bars in LES, and ppl should spend their money elsewhere. read more

Slightly more expensive that the other places in the area, but crowd and music we pretty good. They played hip-hop, reggae and a little reggaeton. Not the kind of bar/lounge that you want to bring someone to talk to because it is super loud, but you can definitely dance the night away. Really good margaritas here! read more

This place is amazing. Their happy hour is half off and the drinks are strong so if you get there early expect to be done fast! You can sit at the bar for casual conversation or watch your team play on one of the tvs at the bar! The music is great 90s hip hop and new school pop; everyone dances the night away! read more

The DJ was right when he said we were going to have a great night! After the Brazilian Day festival, I still had my dancing shoes on so we went down to the East Village to follow up samba with reggae. They have happy hour specials until 9pm and then again from 11pm-2am on Sunday nights. We went around 8pm and by 11pm, it was packed. Casual and fun with great music. Love, love, love it. read more

Great bar that's a slight step up form a dive bar with a good happy hour (cocktails half off until 9pm). Did start to get more crowded around 8pm. It was a fun spot after work with my coworkers. Try the Tennessee Tea! read more

I don't know if it was from a night of bar hopping and serious amounts of liquor coursing through my veins but I was HYPE up in here! Yes Honey, the DJ saved my life that night. He played some old school 90s hip hop & reggae that had the party going! "Vana likes this. -thumbs up-" read more

"NYC's Best Happy Hour" - See below (no seriously, the best HH I have expereinced in this city) ERRRRRDAY until 9pm 1/2 Price (all, YES ALL alcoholic beverages) AAAAAND Late Night Happy Hour sun - wed 11pm - close | thu 12am - close 1/2 Price (all alcoholic beverages) I wish this place wasn't so faaaar from me =( I've been there twice and it's a BLAST. They have the best playlists of music that I've heard in a really long time. This is a bar/lounge and dance venue. It gets CROWDED at night and the weekends, you can barely breathe. It will be a struggle in the summer, for sure, but guess Ill just have to skimp on the clothing, (insert evil laugh here) When you order your drinks, be sure to double up because the bartenders are sloooooooow, friendly, but sloooooow. Great excuse to double fist ;D read more

Great after work spot but also good for the evening wrap up. Went there once after a night of shenanigans and had a ball. The music is usually pretty good too. read more

Now this place was hoping, from the moment we walked into the place, to the time we left. The DJ was playing all the right music, and seemed to know how to work the crowd, the more we danced, the more the drinks kept coming. The place was semi-small but doable . Bathroom was made for a man under 5 feet 190 lbs. it was tight. but it was great for all comers. drinks are $7 and shots are $10. cant wait to do it again read more

Started the night here, which was good because the drinks were cheap and I got a good buzz on without spending much. The girl at the bar was friendly and quick with the drinks. The back area by the DJ was comfortable and the music was good. I hope to come back by here next time I'm in NY. read more

La Linea maybe one of the most unprofessional & insecure places in New York City. For several months I went to this place for its happy hours & social life style. Over the past couple months I have discovered more about this place than I wanted to know. For one nothing is ever secure at this bar. I have see people loose they're cell phones over time right at the bar. Just last night someone stole my bag right under my friends noses to leave it in the bathroom & make it's way to the bar. If it wasn't for knowing the staff I may have never got it back. This shows how simple it is with the mistrustful people that walk in and out of this place and how easy your belongings can be stolen. As for the bartenders they are completely unprofessional. One out of 4 always seems to have personal problems and is willing to take it out of paying customers. They either look at you with a superiority complex or unwilling to serve at all. They rather flirt with customers they deem interesting before ever providing a service. As for the space it's too small for any parties. It simply isn't worth the effort to attend more than one. I'm avoiding this place from now on & I would recommend the same for any one else. read more

I've only been here for happy hour. A friend of mine has been to this bar often and suggested it for a birthday happy hour. Their happy hour is from 6-9 and it's half off top shelf liquor! The waitress seemed new and a bit overwhelmed even though the demand wasn't high but we made it work. I would definitely come back for happy hour again in the future. I wish they had other locations throughout the city because this one is far from me. I would say this is a happy hour gem in the city read more

Never been crazy about this spot- most of the bartenders are eeh- only know how to make shots- they lack customer service. Security sucks and deejay is blah. read more

La Linea is my Plan C when I can't think of anywhere else to go and just don't wanna spend too much. Music is always on point and sitting up front gives good people watching vantage, especially the craziness on the streets during St. Patrick's Day weekend. But drinks? Weak sauce x10. My friend ordered a signature cocktail that tasted like spoiled grenadine instead of anything remotely Remy. Big no-no. But with their never ending happy hour, what else should I expect? read more

I have been going to La Linea for some years now. Usually always guarantees a good time. However, I went last night and the music was "meh." Not sure who the new DJ is, but I was not to thrilled. Played the same song for entirely too long, had trouble mixing, there were way too many people sitting down (including myself). Hope they will be rotating djs especially on a Saturday night. read more

I'm not sure if this place is too small or too popular. If you come with a sizable group it could be a problem as finding your corner will likely be difficult. I'm also not sure of what you'd do with your coat in the winter since I don't recall seeing a coat check. The music is mainly hip-hop, R&B, reggae and top 40 pop hits. They also play a decent mix of new and dated hits. If you go, come early is my only advice if you want to grab prime couch space. Good for dancing and it was cover free the Friday night that I went. read more

I just got back from here on a Thursday night of drinking with Ms. M.O. and it wasn't too shabby... 1) layout of the place: consisted of a long bar against the left side, then sofas and tables toward the right, and then followed by a private room in the back. 2) music: they played old school hip hop that was mixed quite well. I was kinda surprised they played T.O.K. for their dancehall segments Summary: Even though we went on an ordinary Thursday night, i can imagine this place blowing the roof off on the weekends. The $8 drinks weren't made that well, but it's in your favor as they were spiked with alcohol. I wouldn't mind going back to this place at all.... read more

Music is good. Came here for first time based on reviews. But the service is meh. Dobi (Thursday night bartender) really rude and smart ass. It was a group of us came here to Start the night . Her drinks are weak , and expensive . She argued with manager after manager told her to switch my friends drink (too sweet) . Dobi was Jude rude overall . 2 stars because manager did want to resolve situation. read more

Gotta love a bar with a great happy hour & a secret back room... I always have a great time here & seem to run into friends I haven't seen in a while.. Sit back, relax or dance & have a nice drink, I know I will.... read more

I've been to La Linea twice- both for birthday bar crawls. The first time (six years ago) was a complete fluke...We were trying to get into Karma lounge, but it was crowded...so we ended up here. It was a fun time for all because it was packed, the music was popping and so were the people. Second time was meh- not as amazing. They had great happy hour specials until 9pm, and the DJ did play decent music, but the place was pretty much dead to the world...even well into midnight. Not to mention- the bouncer wouldn't let my two friends in because they were wearing football jerseys (as part of a Halloween costume). We had to end up leaving and going to No Malice Palace instead. It's a good start off to round up friends for a bar crawl, but I would move on elsewhere. read more

When you're the only Chinese guy here, it can seem a little intimidating. But if you're a Chinese guy who loves reggae/dancehall, then, my man, this is the spot. The music is almost always on point. I haven't twerked this much since my high school ski trip (LaG 07 wassup!). read more

This review is more like 3.5 stars. Cute place, great music, and good drinks. Only thing that made me sad was that there was hardly anyone dancing. The space is too small to like, bust a move a la "Step it up" but it still would've been nice to see some swaying going on. I'll be back, though, since it's a good place to stop and have a few drinks in the middle of your night out before you head to your main destination. read more

I came to this place twice. The drinks are mediocre. I usually come around 4ish and leave before the crowd starts pouring in. The floor is always sticky, the last time I came, the sugar that the bartender used to rim the glass had ants in it. I told her and she dumped it but I have no idea how she didn't see it. They don't really clean the tables, glasses tend to sit all night. At a certain point they do have a DJ. To be honest, when and if I go back, I probably would only order shots. The happy hour price actually isn't bad, it was $6 a drink and I order a cosmo and their cocktail ( I think it was called the La Linea) . If your going to sit in the back with the couches you might need to notify the staff to clean up, otherwise your feet will be stuck to the ground. Before the DJ comes they play music, it's not a bad place if you were waiting for a table somewhere else and wanted a drink. read more

Every time I've been back it's been chill and great music.... always finding a character at the bar. Definitely recommend for happy hour and/or the middle of your night's romp in the city.. read more

Great bar. Great music. Great vibe. Great dancing. I am a huge fan. We came on a Friday. Gets very crowded early on, so stake out a table or seat around the dance floor. FYI, $200 to rent out the back room for the whole night... it's a large space, lined with seating... totally worth it if you have a large group that appreciates a creeper-free dance floor! Come here for the music: nineties/2000s hip hop and reggae Beware the drawbacks: there's no bar service in the back, and there's only 1 bathroom read more

Dj on point Everything was wavy So grab ya closest friends and turn up Ps dont be scared to hit the dance floor read more

Came here on a Saturday night around midnight. It's a small establishment and it was packed!! The music was great (hip hop & rnb) but there wasn't much room to move around and dance. The drinks were normal priced. About $12-16 for a cocktail. I would definitely go back but I wouldn't wear heels and I'd probably dress a little more comfortably. It gets hot with all those people in that small space! read more

It's type early and people are already dancing. This bar is a hidden jem and I may be back for more of these drinks. Who knew this was right here in my old neighborhood. Great for after work happy hours! read more

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The BEST Happy Hour in the LES!! Where else can you go 3:00 - 9:00 pm EVERYDAY for half price drinks?! I forgot to mention that during the week (Sun-Thurs i believe) Happy Hour kicks off again from 11:00 - close. Cute friendly bartenders that make great drinks: CHECK Cheap, top shelf drinks: CHECK Good Music: CHECK What else could you ask for?! The ONLY downfall is they dont serve food but there are a TON of restaurants in the area so you're never too far from a slice or something to nosh on!! read more

I've been coming to this bar since I turned 21. I love the location and everything surrounding this place. The only thing about today was the displeasing service I received from the waiter there. Granted he was by himself and it was a bit busy he was extremely disrespectful to a few patrons in the bar and he is not good for La Linea's business. Other than that poor display of customer service the atmosphere as usual was fun. read more

Super Cute and happy hour everyday make this place A-OK in my book. After being ignored for 15 minutes at DBA my friend and I decided to walk out and stumbled into La Linea only to be welcomed by the R-n-B of my 9th grade. AHHH wonderful place to be in a snow storm and $4 Guinness was perfect. Only wish they had beer on tap to make me a black and tan. On a side note I came here once before on a strange date with an even stranger dude who ordered Hennessy and OJ and they used to play Spanish music not sure if they mix it up but Sunday's playlist was fine by me. I do love me some old school Monica. read more

I stumbled on this place with a friend of mine on a Wednesday night, and I liked what I saw. +Drinks are affordable, 3 Jacks & Coke plus 3 screwdrivers = $26 (albeit, the drinks were not the largest, but shiiiit, I take that price in Manhattan any day) *This was during their happy hour, which lasted until 9:00 +Good crowd, as a person of color I feel way more comfortable going to places I know other minorities are and that was the case with this place. Fear not my white friends, White people are well represented as well +Nice brick exposed walls, tight spot with stools and booths, with music playing not too loud in the back, all while the spring breeze blows through. I recommend it read more

Every time I'm in Manhattan, my friends and I meet up here. It's such a great and cozy space to just sit and grab a drink with friends. To me, it's where the locals go. They play some awesome tunes, and my friends and I have sparked some crazy dance battles on the floor. Definitely worth a quick drink if you're in the area! Come early, so you can grab a table on the dance floor. It can get packed quickly, and there's not a lot of room! read more

A swing and a miss. Although the vibe here was overall positive, I couldn't get into it. With music blaring that was beyond bad and limited seating, it was hard to find a comfortable spot during the non-dancing hours. Sports on a projector and surrounded by people who paid no attention to it, I feel as though they could have turned the game off and people would have a more enjoyable time. I have nothing negative to say other than, "not my scene." read more

I thoroughly enjoy La Linea. We often go for the club environment but decided yesterday to visit for happy hour (half off until 9pm). The happy hour drinks were good and the customer service was good as well. The music here is just everything. From start to finish you can have a great turn up here. If you're looking for a guaranteed night out where you're on the dance floor this is it. read more

My friend Tameika and I were looking for a bar to sit n chat , we passed so many places and stumble upon this place one. And we were SATISFIED! This place is great for happy hours ! I was definitely amazed by the prices. Imagine 1/2 off ALL COCKTAILS !! I don't even mention that happy hours is until 9PM !!!!! If that's not a plus then I don't know what else is. Only thing I didn't like is the musical selections , but then again it played everything from 90s Hip Hop and R&B , Reggae/Soca , Reggaeton and Today's Hits. Overall, La Linea is the spot to be at .... especially if you want a mixture of people and music ! read more