119 Bar
New York, NY 10003-2101
Phone: (212) 777-6158
- Cross Street:
- Between Irving Place and Union Square
- Directions:
- 4, 5, 6; L; N, Q, R, W at 14th St-Union Sq
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 4pm-4am, Sat-Sun 6pm-4am
Editorial Review for 119 Bar – by Leah Hochbaum
The Scene
A film of dust covers the wood-paneled walls at 119 Bar, a downtown dive with an I-won't-bother-you-if-you-don't-bother-me vibe. Lamps cast a red hue on the mellow proceedings, and cooler-than-thou types take a load off amid the well-loved, worn-down interior. A number of old leather couches with torn upholstery line the grimy gray-and-white tile floor in the roomy front area, and in the back sit a bevy of booths.
The Draw
Alternative rock rings out loud and proud from speakers located throughout the spacious saloon, but not so loud as to drown out the chatting of the 20-somethings who come here for a pint and a place to play pool. There's a TV in the corner, but the regulars rarely turn it on--they'd rather make their own entertainment.
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Insider Tips
Save TimeBring a dollar's worth of quarters for the pool table and beat out the lines of people begging for change at the bar.
What to DrinkThe beer here is cheap--just $4 for a Yuengling and a dollar more for a Guinness.
User Reviews for 119 Bar
03/25/2008 Posted by rockroll
so i stopped in here one day thinking it was another bar....loved the pooltable and drinks...but it smelled funny! it is what it is so if you want a nyu experience with loud music i recommend it. the bartenders are great as well.....
11/12/2006 Posted by rebel1978
Well, the title above says it all. It's a nice-size bar that appears it can be located in someone's basement or living room den. There are several couches (well worn) that you can sit, relax, chat with a friend. There's also a pool table and if you get there early, there isn't a wait to play. The only negative thing I can say about this place is that there is no jukebox, however the bartenders tend to play mostly punk music from their own collection. They could use a few oldies and southern rock CD's to liven the place up more. It's definitely not a party-type atmosphere, mostly calm atmosphere to chill with a friend. There's also a make-out room secluded in the back, perfect place to bring a date guys.
Pros: Relaxing, Lots of Room, Pool Table, No hustling, couches, reasonable prices
Cons: No Jukebox, lack of music variety
