Welcome to Bar of the Week, a running series from TV and City that highlights New York’s best spots for drinks, vibes, and just the right amount of chaos.
Each week, we spotlight one bar. Sometimes it’s a cozy cocktail lounge. Sometimes it’s a sprawling beer hall. Sometimes it’s a barely-marked door behind a fake hardware store. We don’t try to cover every bar in the city. Just the ones we actually go to. The ones we’d take a friend, a first date, or someone visiting who asks, “So where do you usually hang out?”
These aren’t curated for algorithms or chasing clout. They’re the bars that make up New York. One week at a time.
🍺 Bar of the Week: Broadway Dive
📍 Location: 2662 Broadway, Upper West Side
🚇 Nearest Subway: 103rd Street (1)
Vibe: Not a true dive, but it wears the costume well. Kitschy, cozy, and packed with character.
🪑 Why We Love It
Broadway Dive may be part of a local chain, but this location is the crown jewel. It’s the kind of bar that doesn’t pretend to be something it’s not. Sure, it’s technically not a “real” dive. It’s far too clean and curated for that, plus it has a beer list that would make your local brew snob grin. But who cares when the vibe is this good?
There’s a charming little upstairs nook that often goes unnoticed. If you’re lucky enough to grab it, it’s perfect for catching up with a friend, sneaking in a quiet drink, or enjoying a low-key date night. The decor? Equal parts chaotic and delightful. You’ll find quirky knickknacks, neon signs, and retro oddities lining the walls in a way that feels more like your coolest uncle’s basement than a Midtown-adjacent watering hole.
🍻 What to Order
They rotate through some solid craft beers and always have a few reliable staples on tap. If beer isn’t your thing, they make a surprisingly decent cocktail for a place with “dive” in the name. Ask the bartender what they’re into because this place encourages friendly conversation.
🎯 Why It Stands Out
Broadway Dive isn’t trying to be the coolest bar on the block. It’s just here to be dependable. It’s tucked into a neighborhood that doesn’t get enough love for its bar scene, and it serves as a quiet favorite for those in the know. Whether you’re rolling solo or with a small crew, it’s easy to settle in and stay a while.
🗽 Why It’s a TV and City Pick
This spot hits the sweet spot between nostalgic and functional. It’s got the heart of a dive, the beer list of a brewery, and the soul of a neighborhood gem. Broadway Dive is the kind of place you tell your friends about while still secretly hoping they never go so you can keep it all to yourself.
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