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    Pioneers Bar NYC

    3.6 (315 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 pm - 4:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    PIONEERS BAR NYC ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Discontinued vanilla ice cream pint of Guinness. Surprisingly good.
    Cristian G.

    Definitely a spot worth checking out, great place to bring the crew. Even if you're just looking to meet people or get a little competitive, the atmosphere just brings out a good time naturally. Bartenders are super chill even on their most chaotic nights, which says a lot. Cocktails can be a little inconsistent but the pricing is solid so it's easy to overlook. A must visit.

    Racist bar under the discriminates, a sarcastic and rude

    Very disappointing experience at Pioneer's Bar last night around 11:20 PM. I came there in a great mood after celebrating a win at Kicks in NY and ended up leaving feeling completely disrespected and uncomfortable. I spent over $50 at the establishment between drinks, Red Bulls, pool, basketball games, and the punching bag machine. From the beginning, one of the bartenders had a rude and sarcastic attitude when I simply asked about frozen margarita options. Instead of helping, he told me to "hurry up" because he had other customers to help. The drink itself tasted rushed and poorly made. Later, I politely asked if I could exchange a Red Bull I had JUST purchased because my lady didn't want the sugar-free one anymore. I understood I already paid for it -- I was simply asking as a courtesy. The bartender immediately became aggressive and told me "No, get out of here." Things escalated for absolutely no reason. When I said customers should be treated respectfully, he responded with "The customer is not always right. This is my spot and this is how I run it. If you don't like it, leave and never come back." After I mentioned I would speak to management, he started challenging me, yelling, and even took his phone out to photograph me and the people I was with while security came over to remove us. As a paying customer who came in respectfully and spent money, I felt singled out, embarrassed, and honestly discriminated against by the staff. One employee had curly hair and glasses, and another bartender was wearing a black and green hat with tattoos. Their behavior was completely unprofessional. I've never experienced staff treating customers this way over a simple polite request. Management seriously needs to address how customers are being spoken to and treated here

    Jenga
    Najwa G.

    Pioneers is a very laidback bar with a lot of fun games to play while grabbing a couple drinks. The drinks were a bit watered down but they're cheap so in all honesty it didn't matter much to me. I think the best thing I decided to do was play jenga as it's not something you do every day (or maybe that's just me) and tbh I would return back just for that and the other games.

    Rosie B.

    Came on a Friday night !! Fun place, good music and a lot of places to chill and play games. Strong drinks and service was great!

    Mike G.

    Totally recommend Pioneer.. definitely a after hour spot to hang out with friends. Great customer service and definitely treat dodger fans with open arms. Will definitely come back to this place. #dodgers #yankees #worldseries2024

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    Tyler L.

    This is my kind of place. It is a fun sports bar with tons of games. You will find a punching machine, a basketball game, pool table, foosball, pinball and more. And best of all, these machines are all very cheap at $1 or $2 per play. There also have some free board games (Connect 4 and Jenga) too. They have reasonably priced drinks and the staff are very friendly. Pioneers is perfect for those who are looking for a no frills and humble place to have drinks and have fun. It is very spacious in the back area as well, so our large group was easily accommodated.

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    Melissa J.

    Came here early on a saturday night. Drinks were good, songs were all bangers (hats off to the bartender on Aux), and the place was decorated so cool. Eclectic garage decor but looked really nice. They have a lot of games to keep you occupied as you drink up, from giant Jenga, pool, beer pong, basketball. Such a cool spot, i'll be back!!

    Frank M.

    Went here for a Saturday outing and was NOT disappointed! Great beer selection, great Jenga, and a pool table, all at a good price point esp for manhattan! Would go again!

    Jae H.

    This is a great post-work bar to have a few drinks and play a few games. It's chill - has a good variety of seltzers and drinks and is spacious in the back. The bathroom and some couches were dirty but other than that, the place is solid!

    Nicole K.

    This bar was a quick walk after playing mini golf from Swingers. A cozy bar to get a beer or two while playing table games and watching sports. We played beer pong and giant jenga which were both fun. The back area has plenty of places to sit and hang out.

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    Went on one of the hottest days in spring, there was only an industrial fan blowing so no air in the back by the pool table. Got really hot!

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    Finally returned after years last night. I lost at Jenga. The popcorn is no longer free *cries*

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    Since that night, I've been back many times and Chris and Selena have taken great care of me! Highly recommended.

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    James was a fantastic bartender so fun to talk to and made me really like this place!!! First time BUT won't be the last. #james

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    Great bar experience. I'd highly recommend this spot if you are looking to unwind and grab a beer and watch a game.

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    “They have a lot of games to keep you occupied as you drink up, from giant Jenga, pool, beer pong, basketball.”

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