(212) 367-9085

15 E 15th St (nr. Fifth Ave.)
New York, NY 10003 40.7367 -73.9926

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Neighborhoods: Flatiron District, Midtown, Union Square

Hours:

Mon-Fri, 3pm-4am

Sat-Sun, 3pm-4am

Last updated 8.17.11

Category:

Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars, Brew Pubs, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Singles Bars, Taverns

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Bar & Club Special Features:

After Work

Smoking Permitted:

No

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Park Bar

Featured Review

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Contributor

The Scene – Paris Hilton wannabes, take note: This is not the Park Bar that boasts an outdoor Jacuzzi and beefy bouncers and was made famous by rap videos. This Park Bar is the opposite of all that. The throng of smokers congregating on the quiet street provides the only noticeable clue to its existence. Wood--and lots of it--decorates the bar's main room. Walnut panels line the entire space, and an oversized oak bar runs almost the length of the place. Stools and mahogany tables dot the right side. – – The Draw – Those seeking solace in the form of a well-poured pint…

Editor's Tips

Save Time:
If you want a table, or to claim the coveted bench that lines the front of the bar, get there early. The bar is usually packed by 9pm.
Save Money:
Get to know the bartender. A generous guy, he regularly tops off drinks of regular customers.
ambiance
75.0% positive
  1. “Good atmosphere, good people, great location, great beer selection, great prices.”
  2. “Just a bunch of fun 20 somethings looking for a fun evening without having to deal with annoying bouncers, high prices, long lines at the bar, or a bridge and tunnel crowd.”
  3. “The location is perfect as well.”
  4. “perfect meeting place, all-evening gathering, or romantic corner.”
drinks
87.5% positive
  1. “This might just be my favorite bar.”
  2. “Good atmosphere, good people, great location, great beer selection, great prices.”
  3. “Might just be my favorite bar”
  4. “The house wines are great and the customers all seem relaxed and "at home.”
  5. “Love this bar usually, but on a recent visit, the music was unacceptably loud!”
  6. “Great neighborhood bar”
  7. “Just a bunch of fun 20 somethings looking for a fun evening without having to deal with annoying bouncers, high prices, long lines at the bar, or a bridge and tunnel crowd.”
  8. “Completely random Friday night, good drinks, great conversation, flattering lighting and 3 years later we're married.”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “The service was spectacular, your staff was wonderful and the food was delightful.”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “Good atmosphere, good people, great location, great beer selection, great prices.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “It was a nice place to go while on vacation.”
  2. “It's slightly loud when it's crowded, but it's a great place to meet folks, or just hang out.”
  3. “While Union Square is a great place to shop, eat, etc., a little pub like this is a rarity.”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “The service was spectacular, your staff was wonderful and the food was delightful.”
  2. “The bartender was great, though Ai complained about the quality of her Margarita.”
  3. “The service is friendly and efficient.”
  4. “Good atmosphere, good people, great location, great beer selection, great prices.”
  5. “The crowd was terrific, friendly to the max.”
value
50.0% positive
  1. “Good atmosphere, good people, great location, great beer selection, great prices.”
  2. “Just a bunch of fun 20 somethings looking for a fun evening without having to deal with annoying bouncers, high prices, long lines at the bar, or a bridge and tunnel crowd.”
wait time
0.0% positive
  1. “Just a bunch of fun 20 somethings looking for a fun evening without having to deal with annoying bouncers, high prices, long lines at the bar, or a bridge and tunnel crowd.”
3 Star Rating: Average

06/24/09

Come on with the Music

by melny at Citysearch

Love this bar usually, but on a recent visit, the music was unacceptably loud!! Even after telling our waitress, who was suffering as well, nothing changed. Come on people - take a hint. Great place to catch a drink in Union Sq. Love the open windows and the music itself was great. But when you're screaming to talk and jaw hurts after 1 story because it is so loud, it is too much. We stopped in the midst of a few discussions to laugh at how unbelievably loud the music was. We left after a drink only because it was so uncomfortable. Would have stayed much longer. When your patrons are telling you it is humoursly loud, take a hint and make them more comfortable. This was not at all a question of taste of certain patrons. You could see people leaning over to just talk and there were a lot of 'WHAT?' going back and forth. This isn't a club. Please fix this so we can come back!

  • Pros: Great space, Good Vibe, TBD
  • Cons: Ridiculously loud music
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/25/08

I met my husband at Park Bar

by smoothie at Citysearch

Turns out you CAN meet your future spouse in a bar. Completely random Friday night, good drinks, great conversation, flattering lighting and 3 years later we're married.

  • Pros: ambiance, comfortable
  • Cons: the occasional shady character
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/26/07

Great neighborhood bar

by tmnyc1 at Citysearch

When faced with watering holes, such as, Heartland Brewery and the chairs outside of Toasties, Park Bar becomes even more enticing. It's an amazing place to stop by after work or late night on the weekends... always a very relaxed, cool crowd.

  • Pros: Free drinks from bartenders if you're a regular
  • Cons: Seating isn't very good
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/02/07

The service was spectacular

by jongonzalez at Citysearch

What a fantastic experience I had recently at your restaurant. The service was spectacular, your staff was wonderful and the food was delightful. It left such a great impression on me I decided to write you and let you know. Thanks again for a great experience!

  • Pros: Service, Atmosphere, Location
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/15/07

THE BEST BAR IN LOWER MANHATTEN

by campelizabeth at Citysearch

I JUST MOVED TO TOWN AND I THINK THIS BAR IS EVERYTHING I EVER HOPED NYC WAS ALL ABOUT THE BARTENDERS ARE ARE SWEET ANT RESPECTFUL AND SO SMART!!! i HAVE HAD A BLAST JUST GETTING TO KNOW THEM. TOMMY. RICH DANILLE AND EVERY ON ELES. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE!!

The Details on Park Bar

Place Categories:

  • favorite park bar
  • great meeting place
  • efficient service
  • terrific crowd
  • great location
  • wonderful staff
  • perfect allevening gathering
  • romantic corner
  • great house wines
  • great neighborhood bar
  • fabulous little watering hole
  • annoying bouncers
  • good drinks
  • great conversation
  • annoying long lines
  • great bartender
  • good people
  • annoying high prices
  • great prices
  • delightful food
  • great experience
  • good flattering lighting