Mars Bar
New York, NY 10003
Phone: No phone
User Reviews for Mars Bar
03/05/2008 Posted by sersim25
The first time I went here it was the last stop of our night and we were definitely drunk. I had no idea what to expect but one of my friends has been going for years so we went. It's small and dirty with graffiti over every square inch of space. I personally had a great time and have been back a few times since. This place is NOT for everyone so I don't recommend it for that but if you're the type of person that would enjoy something like this than check it out. Definitely one of the last places of it's kind left.
Pros: Dank and dirty!
08/25/2004 Posted by technosnob
If so, then this is it! If you are interested in an adventure, then come here. If you don't want the regulars demanding your attention through wacky stunts you can't possibly ignore, go somewhere else. Also, the bartenders are so beyond the insanity of the regulars that they won't speak to you beyond what you've ordered. After my night there, I can see why.
Pros: Insane regulars, Cheap, Adventurous
Cons: , Insane regulars
12/15/2003 Posted by briange10
if you just want a drink and sit in a place that has THAT feel this is the one for you, good for sitting on a stool and staring at your glass.
Pros: inexpensive, no questions
Cons: bathroom
08/07/2002 Posted by obeline
this is a real dive bar. it's small, dark, dirty, and full of punk rockers and middle-aged alcoholics (think alcoholics with no job, as opposed to alcoholics who don't like their jobs). it's the kind of place where you really don't want to use the bathrooms. if you want a pure dive, this is it. if you're looking for a "dive" that will be hot next year, this is not your place.
08/02/2002 Posted by miss_davis
Gentrification of The Lower East Side? Not at Mars Bar. This place IS PUNK ROCK. Not so friendly eccentric regulars and dive atmosphere defines what once was The Bowery. Fair priced drinks, an unusual jukebox and a pin ball machine that will eat your money is what one should expect when they walk through the door. P.S. - Beware of the bathrooms!!!!
Pros: Atmosphere, Fun, Unique Experience
Cons: Filthy Bathrooms, Too Small

