1. The Pony Bar
8.5
1444 1st Ave (at E 75th St), New York, NY
Bar · Upper East Side · 129 tips and reviews
Joe Ortiz: Amazing craft beer choices and good food, highly recommended if you live in the Upper East Side!
Reign Low: The pony bar have the best craft brewed beer.. I really love this place my #1 pick out of all the bars in Manhattan! Have some soft pretzels made w/beer batter and a crafted brew ladies as a starter!
Karlita C: Jeff is an amazing bartender! Super knowledgable about his craft beer and just a great conversationalist in general ! The beer selection varies...it's a great atmosphere to chill after hours.
Marta Aubia: Love that place. Great cocktails and great craft beer selection. The small plates are also delicious. It has a small patio.
Lori Luo: With an extensive list of craft beers and a well-curated list of bites, you can't go wrong at The Jeffrey. Don't miss their happy hour, which has discounted menu options in the afternoon.
Earl Belcher Jr: Sister bar to Fools Gold on Houston St. Beautiful bar, cozy atmosphere. 30 taps of excellent craft beer. Frequent rotation. Stephanie is a great bartender.
4. City Swiggers
9.3
320 E 86th St (btw. 1st Ave. & 2nd Ave.), New York, NY
Beer Store · Yorkville · 56 tips and reviews
Brew York: Rejoice! Upper East Siders can fill their growlers here, peruse the impressive craft beer bottle selection, and saddle up for a pint or two of local beers like Bronx Pale Ale and Ithaca Flower Power.
Kevin Strunk: Great spot. A must for any UES craft beer fans.
Courtney Lewis: Incredible craft beer selection! Grab a growler to go or stay for a flight. Sometimes you can catch a free tasting. Just picked up Southern Tier Pumking which usually goes fast in this city.
Untappd: New place on the upper east side - tons of great local beer along with solid food. Try the nachos!
Brew York: This spinoff of Amsterdam Ale House across town ups the ante for craft beer on the Upper East Side with 26 taps, a cask engine, and simple but tasty bar food.
Josh Hickman: Burgers-daring and original, rotating beer selection-nothing to sneeze at and bartenders-friendliest you'll find in the city. Have one of the ever changing IPAs and the chicken sandwich with Brie!
6. Eli's Night Shift
8.6
189 E 79th St (Third Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Upper East Side · 13 tips and reviews
Zack Packer: Unique spirits, fancy cocktails, local craft beers, southern and Brooklyn vibe.
Andie Sleeman: I love Eli's! Awesome beer & spirits selection. The entire front opens during warmer months which make this an excellent place to spend an afternoon people watching. Dog friendly.
Alex Robertson: Cool, weird spot with good cocktails and beers. I like expensive beers but Christ this is pushing it
7. The Penrose
8.5
1590 2nd Ave (btwn E 82nd & E 83rd St), New York, NY
Gastropub · Yorkville · 253 tips and reviews
Beka C: Great selection of beer on tap and scotch on shelf...oh and there's a killer burger to help you get through that next round. Check the back bar for current craft beer offerings.
Leanne Z: Lots of seating and types of seating. Good craft beer and service is not slow despite crowds.
Andrew C: Pretty solid brunch restaurant with classic and new-ish style foods... long wait for table, or just sit at bar quick!!! Plenty of great cocktails and craft beer options
9. Luke's Lobster
8.8
242 E 81st St (at 2nd Ave), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Yorkville · 141 tips and reviews
NearSay NYC: Looking to enjoy a hot dog bun, but overstuffed with lobster? Hit up Luke's Lobster's and enjoy a cold one with your lobster or shrimp roll.They have a great selection of Maine microbrews.
Rosa An: The Taste of Maine is a great way to taste the lobster, shrimp, and crab rolls. Grab a tasty blueberry soda and the salt and vinegar chips. The lobster bisque is delicious and chock full of lobster
Stephanie: Best deal in town: Lobster Roll, Chips, Pickle and Soda. Not to mention, buy 10 rolls and the 11th is free. Not hard to do
10. Treadwell Park
8.4
1125 1st Ave (E 62nd Street), New York, NY
Beer Garden · Upper East Side · 47 tips and reviews
Matthew Spector: Stellar new bar in the old Neary's space. A surprisingly spotless gastropub meets beer hall, with a great selection of pretzels, upscale mac and cheese and can't-miss smoked chicken wings.
henry baker: good place, good beers, great food.
Dave Reed: The pork nachos are phenomenal, each chip has every ingredient as its on mini dish! Side note: bacon lollipops are actually unreal, both are must haves!
12. Caledonia Bar
8.7
1609 2nd Ave (btwn 83rd and 84th), New York, NY
Whisky Bar · Yorkville · 73 tips and reviews
✰ David Mathison ✰: One of the best selections around. If you are overwhelmed from all the options (and you might be), ask the bartenders for recommendations - they are friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful,
The Corcoran Group: A very small and cozy bar with a great selection of scotches and awesome bartenders. Make sure you check out the back, and snag one of the very comfortable leather club chairs.
Sean Kennedy: Try the Belhaven Ale. Best beer in the bar.
14. Greek Eats
7.8
1229 1st Ave, New York, NY
Greek Restaurant · Upper East Side · 23 tips and reviews
Erica Delaney: The kebabs are well seasoned and typically cooked to perfection. The spreads (all 4) are absolutely delicious. The halloumi with fig is a little sweet for my taste, but authentic.
Brian Strauss: It’s like a healthy Greek MacDonalds. The hummus is good!
Marc Schneeberger: Cheap, healthy and good. Its one of the ideal places in the upper east side for everyday eating! Good for large take out meals also!
15. Tandoor Oven
7.7
175 East 83rd Street (btw Lexington Ave & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
North Indian Restaurant · Upper East Side · 28 tips and reviews
Nancy Andrews: Omg this food is so good! Curry chicken and spinach with cheese!!! Don't forget the nan!
Kai Technolust: Really good vindaloo, excellent service! Our water glasses never went below 1/4 full and we were meeting a friend from Ohio so even after we paid we stayed to talk & they brought water.
MN R: Great service! Very nice and friendly staff. And the food was delicious. Garlic naan was my favorite. But tikka masala was great too. The rice pudding was a nice way to top it off.