Ginger Man
New York, NY 10016-3337
Phone: (212) 532-3740
- Cross Street:
- Between Madison Avenue and 5th Avenue
- Directions:
- B, D, Q, F; N, R at 34th St
- Hours:
- Mon-Wed 11:30am-2am, Thu-Fri 11:30am-4am, Sat 12:30pm-4am, Sun 3pm-12am
Editorial Review for Ginger Man – by Kerry Burke
The Scene
The dark wood interior, amber light, towering ceiling and iron-work chandeliers create an old-world atmosphere. The spacious booths, long polished bar, smoked-glass exterior and leather-upholstered back lounge would comfort any captain of industry. While lunchtime is more civilized, good luck even getting near the bar after work or on weekend evenings.
The Draw
Those 66 draft and two bar-pump handles aren't just for show. Tour the Western World with drawn pints or the Ginger Man's 130 bottled beers. "Specialty Brews" is code for knock-you-on-your-ass, largely Belgian beers. The 20 fine single malt scotches are impressive, if pricey. Hearty sandwiches, sumptuous salads, choice cheeses--it's pretty swell for pub grub.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe barstaff are generous and eager to let you sample exotic brews before you buy--except when the bar is overwhelmed. For more personalized service, try off-peak hours.
User Reviews for Ginger Man
05/03/2008 Posted by dstones1
If your looking for a GREAT place in mid-town to try some new draft beers with an awesome selection then the Gingerman is your place. My friends and I (Brotherhood) had MANY a great night there, and it was also (before the ban) a great cigar bar. Regardless, nice couches in the back to relax and the I encourage you to try the pretzel with honey or the choices of soup. Also, close to GCS being that it is on 36th street. I enjoy European beers after grwing up drinking buds and coor's lights and this place satifies. Try it out, and always had a GREAT happy hour crowd.
Pros: Great beer selection, atmosphere
Cons: Bit pricey
03/28/2008 Posted by drink_club1
Maybe it's the floor staff from Macy's. Maybe local bankers working late. Whatever it is, this place is packed from 8-Midnight, then it suddenly thins out like a 30 year old's hair. Yeah, there are lots of suits, but also business casual, and some jeans and t-shirts. It looks like the LATE after-work crowd, getting in that last pint before hitting the trains for Long Island or New Jersey. The beer selection is good, especially the taps. Prices are not cheap. A glass of domestic craft beer can be $7.50. The best food values are the sandwiches at around $8. Everything else is high for what you get (half a dozen ship for $12???) The crowd and staff are friendly. The music is a bit loud, but not a complete conversation stopper. --Drink Club NYC is a roving group of NYC drinkers
Pros: friendly staff, patrons, good beer selection
Cons: loud, over-crowded, expensive
