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The Town Tavern

134 W. 3rd St., New York, NY 10012
nr. MacDougal St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-253-6955 Send to Phone

  • Reader Rating:

    9.7 out of 10

      |  

    9 Reviews | Write a Review

  • Scene: After Work, Bar Food, DJ, Game Nights, Neighborhood Bar, Private Party Space, Restaurant & Bar, Sports Bar
Photo by Shanna Ravindra

Official Website

Hours

Daily, 11am-4am

Happy Hour

Daily, 6pm-10pm; Specials vary daily

Nearby Subway Stops

A, B, C, D, E, F, V at W. 4th St.-Washington Sq.; 1 at Christopher St.-Sheridan Sq.

Payment Methods

American Express, MasterCard, Visa

Profile

With plenty of drink specials, games with prizes, and plasma TVs, this two-story tavern is a neighborhood spot, college hangout, and sports bar rolled into one. Across the street from Village institution the Blue Note and next door to the swankier Fat Black Pussycat, the Town Tavern has a laid-back, homey feel, with its beaten-leather couch, kitschy vintage signs, photos of partying patrons, and comfort-food menu. The long bar is lined with locals by day, and NYU grad students and young Upper East Side professionals by night. A D.J. revs things up on weekends, but events like beer pong, karaoke, trivia competitions, and guest-bartending nights make weekdays even livelier (if not more grating as well). Philadelphia Eagles fans pack the lower level on game nights, while the more open area upstairs—with a bar, mahogany tables, and wall of full-length windows—hosts many a birthday party and even charity events.

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Great Place for a Fundraiser

CMadigan12 from 10016 | Posted on 12/5/08

Overall Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)

I pride myself on putting together a good party but base that on the experience that my friends have. This was my first attempt at a fundraiser and I took some baby steps, but the staff at The Town Tavern was right there with the pacifier. Jessica, Katie Jane, Martin and Justin were great to work with and answered any question I had for them. They even took care of sending the donation in for my cause. The drink special we set up worked out perfectly and we raised more than $1,400. A good start to something that I hope will become an annual event. My event was held in the main bar on the first floor, but either floor would have been ideal. The upstairs provides ample space and a more loungy scene. Downstairs offers another good area to enjoy a few cold ones and have a graet time. All in all, its a graet place to have a great night, and as it turns out, a phenominal host for a fundraiser.

Love this place!

PaigeMiller82 from 10012 | Posted on 10/16/08

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)

I live down the street and love stopping in Town Tavern. During the week its always a nice mix of afterwork bar and local neighborhood bar. The drinks and food are terrific -- I love their burgers! On the weekend, it can get a little crowded but its always fun! The upstairs bar is great for hosting events, and the staff is wonderful to work with. Katie Jane and her team are awesome!

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