I have been fortunate enough to visit this iconic and legendary bar on numerous trips to NYC. The importance of this establishment in the history of LGBTQ rights cannot be ignored, forgotten, or passed over. It is an absolute must-visit place. Great neighborhood bar packed with history, good drinks, awesome people (patrons and employees alike), and great convesation. read more

Tucked into Greenwich Village, this isn't just a neighborhood bar; it is the absolute, undisputed birthplace of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. In June 1969, the patrons here decided they were completely done being pushed around, stood up against a police raid, and sparked the riots that changed the world forever. It's a National Historic Landmark, sure, but at its heart, it's still a gritty, unapologetic, no-frills New York tavern. You don't walk into this place for the upholstery; you walk in to soak up the ghost stories of a revolution through the soles of your shoes. The interior is an unpretentious blend of classic dive bar aesthetics and a literal museum. The walls are covered in historic photographs, pride flags, and memorabilia detailing the 1969 uprising. It's a room that doesn't need fancy lighting because the legacy itself provides the electricity. The drinks here are beautifully, yet fiercely ordinary. We're talking honest well drinks, cold drafts, and standard-issue cocktails poured with a heavy, generous hand by a staff that has seen it all. There are no pretenses and no snobbery. You toast to the icons who paved the way, and appreciate the fact that you're drinking in a room that helped secure the freedom to do exactly that. What makes this spot an absolute must-visit isn't just the history books--it's the fact that it remains an active, beating heart for the community. Cheers! read more

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Enjoying a little pre snow cyclone bomb drinks! Not a bad place to get snowed in at. Great place to hide out from the crazy weather, and enjoy the company of other patrons, attentive bartenders for the most part. Drinks are good, it can get pricey, so watch what you order. It's a touristy bar, so it's supported by the name and LGBTQ+ community, it's history and setting. read more

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The Stonewall Inn is always a fun lively, upbeat bar located in the heart of the West Village. The inside is a fun welcoming, atmosphere. Outside is equally fun, and energetic. On Valentine's I had my two pups with me, and we had the pleasure of meeting a lovely group of volunteers that are dressed in floral costumes below that were giving away from Valentines candy for signatures to advocate for Friends of Hart Island. I was more than happy to add my signature to the petition which is simply asking that fair rights be given to families and friends of loved ones that have been buried on the island to have visitation to their loved ones grave. The Stonewall is a neighborhood landmark if you are ever in the West Village it's a cool place to come and learn about the history, and have a cocktail. read more

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Friendly LGBTQ bar around West Village area. Two levels inside. Bars and living performing stage on first floor. Some seats and a pool table (?). Second floor entrance fee $5 (Fri night). It's mostly a dance floor with lounge seats and tables. You can order drinks at the bar. Dancers on the stage all night long. Then main show starts around 1230/1am. I would say the music is mix generations, more towards the new generation tho. Still, great vibes, everyone is dancing and enjoying the dancers' incredible moves. read more

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Lovelovelovelove. Such an incredible part of town, vibes are good, bartenders are awesome, owner is an icon. Loved our visit here and this experience. read more

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We wanted to come see Stonewall and actually go inside the bar. Unfortunately, it was a bit underwhelming. Seemed not very welcoming, and we sat at a table for a while and figured out you must go up to the bar to get drinks. We decided not to stay for them. We just sat and took in the ambience for a few minutes just to get the experience. Not sure we would be back but glad to see it firsthand. read more

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Our favorite friendly bar. Patrons are great. The piano bar upstairs is not clickie like the groupies at the Duplex. Friendly customers and bartenders on both floors. The beer and liquor choices are great. The patrons talk with newbies. There is a pool table. The piano bar encourages all voices but I declined. They also took requests if you don't want to sing but enjoy the atmosphere. It is the gay bar to go to for getting acquainted with the village read more

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Really loved the outdoor seating. The vodka soda was ok. But the drinks were ok priced for the area. Service was ok. read more

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My name is Julio Cesar Gonzalez and last night on 5/2/26 I was at The Stonewall Inn supporting my friend and Drag Performer Harmonica Sunbeam. I purchased a drink (Blue Long Island Iced Tea) at the bar and I was told there is a 2-drink minimum but since I had a digital replacement card from Chase because I'm waiting for a new one, the bartender told me that the purchase of the one drink was fine. I proceeded to go upstairs with my drink for the show. I put my drink down and as soon as I put my drink down, a bartender told me "there's a 2 minimum drink" I advised him that I aware of the rules downstairs and he advised me that it's a "2 minimum drink during the show upstairs." I found it off that The Stonewall Inn now has a "4 DRINK MINIMUM" now. 2 downstairs and 2 upstairs. Mind you there's no sign in the establishment anywhere about these rules. The same bartender who took my 1st finished drink told me the rules again. I advised him "I'm aware of the rules and you need to wait. When I'm ready to order another drink, I will." He didn't any of my responses because I'm an educated Dominican man. A tall big black man approaches me and asks to speak to me. I said I'm ok thank you. He waits. Approaches me again to talk to me. I said no thanks. He then says he's security and wants talk to me and I said "I'll speak to you later. I'm enjoying the drag show and I'd anyone wants to speak wit me it should be the bar owner or manager regarding my purchases" A manager comes up to me. I explain the situation and I advised him "I'll make the purchase. I just finished drinking a blue long island. When is the show over?" He replied "in 25 minutes and you don't look like you'll be buying a drink" Mind I was dressed up in a button down shirt, nice jeans and sneakers. Harmonica Sunbeam even stopped the drag show mid show on the mic to ask if I was ok and I replied "NO!" and she proceeded with her show. I get escorted downstairs by Steven (Security tall black man) and I said "im not leaving until I get the owners name and contact info" I speak with a nice lady named "Diane" and she couldn't believe the story when I told her. She took down my name and number and stated that Kurt Kelly was the owner. I made a complaint in the stonewall website and advised them that Kurt Kelly (Owner) Stacy Lentz (Owner) Bill Morgan (Business Partner) and Tony DiCicco (Business Partner) should call me before I seek legal counsel. I have my receipt for my purchase of my drink and text messages from Harmonica Sunbeam regarding the incident AND we can check the cameras in Stonewall to see how many times the bartender harrassed me (3 times) within MINUTES to purchase another drink right after he took my empty glass. I felt discriminated last night from the staff Mike and Mark for harassing me to buy more drinks and to tell me that "I don't look like I am going to buy more drinks" when I could've have easily had they been patient. There's NO SIGN at Stonewall Inn advising the patrons that a "4 DRINK MINIMUM 2 downstairs and 2 upstairs" is required to enter their establishment or to enjoy your friend who is the main guest of the Drag Show. Please feel free to reach me at anytime. read more

Finally made it to this historical LGBTQ+ bar in New York and while being in the same spot where so much has happened made me feel a type of way, I also did not enjoy the bartender who took my drink orders the entire time. He came off not friendly at all and it's unfortunate that places like these employ people like this. It's always so off putting to me when queer spaces have unfriendly staff. read more

Historical bar, still lively in the early hours. Kind of strong drinks, fun vibes and a very socially welcoming space. Neat decor and artwork inside, definitely worth a visit. read more

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Outside loud and overpriced which includes a 20% gratuity to be ignored if you sit outside amoung way too many straight white couples, under scaffolding; meanwhile, the bouncer smokes in your drink. The drinks are 20 something in clear dixie like cups they are so small with six teeny tiny ice cubes. Maybe they should have a fundraiser for an ice cube machine and larger red Solo cups. read more

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A required historic stop if you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or familiar with the history. Knowing the history and taking the journey over was one of the highlights of the trip. We stopped in the late afternoon so it wasn't crowded which I appreciated as it provided the opportunity for reflection. Our drinks were good, the bartender was friendly, and we met one of the employees who had a first hand experience. A reminder that this fight was not too long ago and still continues today. We missed the opportunity to go to the museum next door but perhaps another time! read more

An iconic spot. Very nice staff. One thing I would mention... I wish management took better care of the pool table. Refelting costs money, I get it, but they would pull in a new crowd if they had a nice table that plays true. read more

Obviously amazing for historic reasons but do NOT order the espresso martini as it advertises a decent vodka but they give you a lot of well vodka instead, and it tastes awful - but perhaps that's just something they do to straight tourists. Really nice people though! read more

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If you are LGBTQIA and or an ally this is a place to come at least once. The bartender was super friendly and wanted to connect he had a lot of knowledge. No food but you can bring it in. A few outside seats. The Stonewall Inn IPA was good and mellow. read more

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This felt like a journey to an LGBTQ+ Mecca and it's even more important in this current political climate. Look it's a neighborhood bar so it's not fancy and it's not overstated. We had a few drinks, chatted with the bartender and felt safe and welcomed. A few weeks after the TRUMP administration removed references to trans persons at the monument and that is literally an erasure of true history! read more

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Stopped in for a couple of drinks. The bar service was good. Very friendly and entertaining people. My drink was nice and strong.

Let's be honest...in short, it's a neighborhood gay bar. But if you know anything about LGBTQ history, it means a lot more than that. We visited during a week day - a Monday, the only day of the week that the Stonewall visitor center is closed. There's no admission fee (again...it's a bar). But they have some great photos and installations that highlight the history of the bar and indirectly the history of the LGBTQ+ community. They have tshirts available for sale and you can grab a drink or soft drink and just absorb the significance. read more

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Pride was a riot. I loved the history of this place. They also played great music and poured good drinks. Us gals really enjoyed our time here. It was fun! And obviously a safe place for our LGBTQ friends. All are welcome read more

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Amazing vibes! Kristy and Kimlee are the best. Great service and great vibes. Coming back whenever I'm in town.

I hadn't been to a bar in years, but being in New York City, I had to visit the most iconic gay bar there is. I was not disappointed. This place is so full of love and it was welcoming to everyone. As a gay woman, I felt community with my LGBTQ community here. There were also many straight people celebrating birthdays and such and they were welcomed as well. The music was a mix of oldies and current dance music. Loved this place! read more

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Did you know that it was the Mafia that turned this place into a gay bar in 1966? The mobsters apparently served watered-down alcohol and demanded regular payoffs for "protection". But please don't put a hit out on me because I haven't verified that. What I do know is that the 1969 riots that occurred here mobilized the entire LGBTQ movement. Of course that in itself makes the Stonewall Inn a landmark tavern and a must for Jamie W. and me to patronize. What we didn't quite expect was the number of foreign tourists that come traipsing through and take over the bigger patio tables. While the owners probably didn't mind, the presence of oblivious family groups neutralized the historic importance of the bar. Not to take advantage of a marketing opportunity, the owners offered a $16 Malibu Barbie & Ken Colada, a frozen pink pina colada with a Malibu coconut rum floater (photo: https://yelp.to/CROk54vXwe). Yep, we ordered a couple, and they were refreshing. I was just wondering if the protestors back in 1969 pictured packs of German tourists sipping frozen pink cocktails in their space. COCKTAILS - 4 stars...very pink, very refreshing, so Barbie AMBIANCE - 3 stars...better inside than out where the patio felt like a Disneyland cafe SERVICE - 3.5 stars...they were ambushed often by the German batallions TOTAL - 4 stars...come for the history, stay for the pink pleasure RELATED - Exploring NYC's dining and drinking scene? Here's a collection of places I've patronized and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2YS9ELs read more

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The bartenders were all so so so nice when I went here a few weeks back! We did karaoke by the piano upstairs and everyone had really good vibes. They even gave us popcorn!! 10/10 experience love this place read more

Classic and casual historic bar, smells like popcorn inside (good thing). The drinks are properly priced and the service is great. read more

We came here on our visit to NY on a Wednesday night around 11 or 11:45pm. It was apparently drag night upstairs. The pool table got good use. The performer Lyra Vega was excellent! They sang, danced, and welcomed other performers to the stage, even took requests if you Venmo a tip. We shared a table with a nice gentleman. I did not visit the bar, someone else in our party did, but apparently they were on point that night! I got beer, nothing fancy, but one of my party got a cool vodka drink. It was a raucous, supportive vibe all around. After the show we went downstairs and asked to buy shirts. We were treated to the fresh popcorn/m&m combination. who knew? I like both but I never thought to mix them together. read more

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This has been a delayed review but given the current events, I had to comment. My husband and I visited Stonewall for the first time during Pride 2023. Already, it was like a pilgrimage coming from CA to such an integral piece of our cultural history. It did not disappoint. The following Monday, we visited because we figured it would be a little uneventful since Pride was now over. We were incredibly surprise, and consider ourselves so fortunate, to have been there when the Vice President and Presidential candidate for 2024 visited Stonewall to learn more about our history. It was such a powerful moment for us. Definitely something we will never forget. Thank you, Stonewall, for being such an important part of history. We can't wait to return. read more

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New Yorker, born and raised. I decided to drop by the 2nd floor last Friday around 9 to order a beer, and have never experienced a more perturbed bartender in all my days. I can only describe her energy as that of the Mall Santa elf-helper from the holiday classic 'A Christmas Story.' I tried to order a Stella, and was met with a "Speak UP!!! You think I can hear you?!," coupled with an eye-roll that set my mental health back several years. I bailed - embarrassed, wounded, defeated. read more

I guess the homophobic mafioso still run this place . Entitled and rude staff replete with eye rolls and passive aggressive drink pouring. She clearly saw us sweaty , we apologized and said we're from California and not used to the humidity . Full on attitude as if I'd asked her for her something neat and dear. People come here for a but of history . If you're going to overcharge for bad drinks , the least you can do is be nice about it. Worst.cosmo.ever read more

Delicious spicy margaritas with a side of gay rights history gur. Get drunk and get educated! They be nasty with them dim lights in the restroom, I see how they is gur. They need nachos or pizza, at least some peanuts gur, damn. read more

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Bartenders are extremely rude. Asked for a beer and seltzer you would think I asked for the impossible. Bar itself is nice, well kept and pretty clean for being a bar. Outside seating was nice and weather was still warm to sit outside. Just wish the bartenders were more welcoming. Would have stayed longer and spent more money. read more

My first time at stonewall for pride month. Loved it. Loved the show, the staff, STRONG drinks and popcorn with m and Ms that was complimentary. Beautiful historic ambiance. read more

Stopped by The Stonewall Inn tonight a little early before the crowds. Kristy was awesome. She greeted us with a smile and took our drink order right away. I always love when I get to a popular place early, with time to make conversation about the venue. Kristy took the time to give me the history of the bar and the neighborhood - thank you so much. It's not very often that a NYC bartender makes such a personal connection. Mel soon joined Kristy for the evening crowd. Mel was just as attentive and made sure that we had our drinks filled. I really appreciate the personalized service that Kristy and Mel gave us. We left as it got pretty busy and they both took the time to say goodbye to us. We felt like part of the family. Thanks Sonewall Inn. It was a great experience, thanks to your staff. I'm going to rate Stonewall with 5-stars, which was well earned. read more

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First off, the Stonewall Inn is an icon -- a frickin' National Monument, so just being here is amazing. Second, the Stonewall Inn is a bar -- pretty much like any other neighborhood bar in NYC. A little rough around the edges, but strong drinks and friendly service. Our daughter was giving us the big tour of the Village while we were on vacation in NYC last week and it was HOT. We were dying of thirst. Fortunately, we were just a few blocks away from the Stonewall Inn and we decided to check it out. Sat at the bar and we were served right away. I worked on a couple rum punches and my wife and daughter were doing aperol spritzes. Great service, strong drinks, and our thirst was quickly slaked. If you're in the area, just do it. read more

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Historic gay bar lives up to its name. The bartender, Peggy, was super friendly and engaging everyone in conversation. The Brooklyn Lager was great. They also have their own IPA. Great place to meet new queer/queer-friendly people from all over the world. read more

We were walking by in this area and wanted to stop in this place for a drink. The history of this spot was interesting to learn about while we had a few drinks. I tried the Almond blossom and was pleasantly surprised. We sat at the bar but they have quite a few high tops and chairs around the bar wall for all to sit. The bartender was extremely nice and gave us some pointers around the area. read more

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As soon as we walked in the bartender was adamant that we don't pass a certain spot in the bar until we showed our IDs and vaccination card! May us a little afraid to approach the bar with how direct she was! But in the end it was all good. Just learned the history behind Stonewall Inn and how amazing it is still standing and thriving today. All along the walls there are pictures of individuals parading down the street in 1969 or of gay teachers association! Amazing to have the history on the walls for us to see read more

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It is one of the most historic bars in the world. Prices are very good for anywhere, let alone NYC. It is a dive bar, so expect sticky floors and exposed wires...it's part of the charm. read more

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This would be my second trip here and to my pleasure, it delivered just as well as it did the first time. Everyone was so kind and tolerant of our craziness. From the bouncer to the upstairs bartenders. Brought my straight friends and seas able to show them a great fun filled experience. A standout for me was MEL. She was so much fun and made sure to do everything she could to ensure we had just as much fun as she was having. Another bartender (didn't grab her name) was also just as great! (See photo for some fabulous ladies!) thank you Stonewall for being so accepting a fun. I danced the night away! PS. Try the SERV Vodkas! Sadly I can't remember which I liked more but something tells me Trinity the Tucks vodka was supreme. read more

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