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    Local 42

    4.5 (44 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Every one was better than the next. Worth every penny.

    Been doing "Dive Bars" in NYC for decades, so I thought I'd stop in based on the 4.5* ratings. I WAS BLOWN AWAY! There is nothing like this place! I had the good fortune of being taken care of by Adam, the owner, an extremely welcoming and knowledgeable host. The bourbon selection is absolutely 10/10. He has vintage and specialty bottles, all priced clearly by the oz., that are really beyond imagination. Trust me on this one.. you WILL NOT be disappointed. After savoring 4 vintage bourbons, I had their very delicious Reuben with onion rings. Cannot wait to return!

    Bill H.

    We absolutely loved this place. We stopped in on a whim to kill some time before other plans and it ended up being the highlight of our day. The staff is super friendly, and was more than willing to chat with you while they were free. The vibe of the place is great, you can have conversation with regulars or out of towners. The price was great too! Their private label beer is decent, but super cheap. We also grabbed the fried pickles which were excellent. We'll definitely be back next time we're in the area.

    Corned Beef and Cabbage,
    Walter T.

    I Got a seat the empty bar and had there special , Corn beef and cabbage. It was thin sliced cut and not too fatty ! I had Hot mustard on da side ! This place is pretty much like a version of a dive bar but and upgraded version! They have a small menu but it does the trick! I also ordered a gunnies as well it was Poured right! And it was meal under $25

    Rare bourbon at great price!
    Robert K.

    If you love a real bar, great food, great prices, excellent service, and an outstanding bourbons all at a great price, this place is nirvana for you! It isn't fancy! I dislike fancy, pretentious bars! Adam and his team will welcome you like friends and time will fly by because it's such a warm and inviting environment!

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    Green B.

    gold tooth bartender super friendly. food was bomb i love this bar and everything its about i come here weekly bartender amazing. great vibes girl

    Richard S.

    I love this spot, and Zoe is the best! It's my favorite place to go--especially when Zoe's there. Try the mushroom Reuben on rye--you won't regret it! #Bar #Zoe #Food #Reuben

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    I had the good fortune of being taken care of by Adam, the owner, an extremely welcoming and knowledgeable host.

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    If you love great cocktails, this hidden speakeasy is an absolute must-visit! From entering with a…read moresecret passcode to the very last sip, the entire experience is incredible. It has easily earned a spot as one of my favorite bars of all time. The underground space flawlessly captures a raw, seedy, 1980s rock 'n' roll vibe, with eclectic decor that extends beautifully to the themed menus and custom glassware. Sitting at the bar was a highlight--the bartenders were fantastic, clearly proud of their craft, and they even humorously indulged my game of trying to guess the ingredients of each drink they mixed. The cocktail lineup is phenomenal. A few absolute highlights: the Purple Rain with its purple ice and peppercorn, the flambéed Dirty Dancing, a brilliant espresso martini riff called Flick The Bean, and Pure Temptation--which has glassware you just have to see for yourself. Don't miss this place if you're in NYC!

    The Woo Woo is loud and touristy--and honestly, that kind of sums it up…read more They market it as a speakeasy, which... technically yes. You need a password (easy to find online), and you go through a hidden door down a staircase. But it feels more like a novelty than anything else. NYC has way more iconic speakeasies, so this isn't somewhere I'd go out of my way for more than once. Nothing wrong with the vibe--it's Times Square, so you already know what you're getting--but it's definitely a one-and-done kind of spot. The drinks are good and super fun, but they're very extra (smoke, presentation, all that), so between that and how packed it gets, it can take a while just to get one cocktail. Didn't try the food. Overall, go for the pics and TikToks--it's perfect for that. I'd recommend checking it out once, but I don't really see it being a repeat spot.

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    Local 42 - divebars - Updated July 2026

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