(212) 337-2439
167 8th Ave
New York,
NY
10011
40.7425
-74.0006
Neighborhoods: Midtown, Chelsea
What People Are Saying About Gyms Sports Bar
The Editor
Katie Heffernan
Citysearch
In Short – Like any other sports bar, this lofty, brick-walled spot on 8th Avenue reels in regulars and passersby with a friendly staff, laid-back vibe and drink deals every day on the mixed drinks, bottled domestics and few drafts offered. While some eyes are genuinely glued to the game on multiple flat screens, other pairs are probably wandering. If you make contact, the pool table or the few leather chairs in the back are for perfect commercial interludes.
06/18/09
Friendly but still "Chelsea" gay
by NYCJ
The bartenders are cool and so are the drink specials. But the times I've gone there, the crowds are very clicky. Sure a random gay drunkard staggers in and wants to strike up a conversation, but I find many of the guys Chelsea-ized and won't communicate with others unless you're a part of their 'group.' I also think the decor could be improved as well. Nonetheless, I like the concept and wish there were more places like this that go outside the stereotypical gay culture.
10/31/07
Always A Good Time
by hinnyc
I am at GYM pretty often to meet up with friends and find the staff to be very friendly, accommodating and good looking too. The atmosphere is very laid-back, no attitude whatsoever - a pleasant alternative to other gay bars in NYC where the "trendy scenesters" tend to dominate. It's probably the only bar in the city where you can always find people no matter what time you stop in - whether early evening happy hour or late at night. And chances are you can find someone who fits your type - no matter what it is. The drinks are strong and the prices are right, with specials every night. A lot of the guys are watching the games, but you don't have to be a sports fan to have a great time.
- Pros: People, Prices, Staff
- Cons: Can be difficult to navigate when crowded
10/15/07
2 For 1 is only for cheap drinks
by nydave75
Went here with a friend who happened to order a top shelf drink. Got a 2 for 1 for mine, but my friend did not. When we asked the bartender why, he came back with typical Chelsea queen attitude and said "that's the way it's been for 3 years." Apparently you only get their 2 for 1 specials on cheap drinks - so even though you are paying for the first "top shelf" drink, this place screws you out of their special - of which of course now where is it posted that it excludes top shelf... Guess I'm supposed to know that. I've been here for 3 years too and this guy just reminded me why I stay out of Chelsea - attitude, attitude, attitude.... Too many other great gay bars to hang out at with a lot less attitude and shady business practices than this place...
- Pros: None
- Cons: Service, False Advertising
The Details on Gyms Sports Bar
Save Money:
After-work groups score two-for-one drinks every weekday between 4pm and 9pm. On Monday through Thursday, daily specials continue until close. Saturday and Sunday, there's an extended 1pm to 9pm happy hour.
When to Go:
Call ahead to find out when their next special event is, like the cowboy-loving Rodeo night.
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