This old-world German restaurant exudes a lovely continental charm. At Loreley, the classic Brauhaus-style ambiance invites patrons to indulge in good food and drinks in the heated outdoor Biergarten. Whether it's the schnitzel sandwiches, liverwurst on German rye, herring in cream sauce with onions or apples, and salt potatoes, you will be mesmerized with the melange of flavors and hearty servings. Make sure to leave some room for dessert, which includes Fried Ice Cream and Black Forrest Cake. Relax in the outdoor patio for a charming setting to enjoy your scrumptious meal.

In the West Village, The Half Pint stands at the intersection of Third and Thompson Streets. With plenty of beer options, including several draft beers, The Half Pint goes all out when it comes to the extensive beer selection. The food is fairly standard pub grub, with dishes like sliders and fish and chips to go with your drinks. Specialties include Grilled Steak Salad, Baverian Pretzel Bites, House-made Sausage Rolls, and Brisket Sandwich. The sharing platters make for great accompaniments with conversations with friends.

Blind Tiger has been around for many decades, and a tight-knit circle of loyal patrons still frequent this place, which has humbly remained a favorite drinking destination for locals and newbies. The reason Blind Tiger continues to stay on top is because of their carefully crafted beer selection coupled with some of the best pub grub you'll find in New York. With an idiosyncratic choice of more than 20 draft beers, plus crazy bottled varieties, beer snobs will be left spoiled for choice. The food menu is nothing fancy, but there's something for everyone - sliders, salads, sandwiches and tacos. The happy hour lets you have a good time without having to break the bank.

Alphabet City Beer Co., also known as ABC Beer Co., is a bar, delicatessen and shop in the East Village. A lovely dimly-lit space, ABC Beer Co. offers the perfect ambiance and atmosphere for a quick drink and bite with friends after work. Patrons can choose from over 300 types of bottled beer and diverse changing brews on tap. On the side, enjoy some gourmet charcuterie and cheese platters.

Skip the fancy cocktails and spend the night indulging in a supreme selection of beers at Bar Great Harry. They feature a draft rotation that changes at least once a week, but you'll always see favorites like Sly Fox, Yuengling, and Flying Dog, among others. They even boast a bottle list with numerous beers! Also look out for their special drink promotions, happy hour and events as well as trivia nights.

Located in Williamsburg, Radegast Hall and Biergarten always delivers by offering well-crafted brews from the Old Country. It also further extends the offer with the choice of either liter glasses or smaller sizes, as Radegast recalls the glory days of New York’s bygone beer hall era. Twelve brews are on tap with more in the bottle, plus a decent selection of wines completes the list. Radegast Hall mainly offers German food such as sausages, rabbit and veal, which is hearty and meaty. Brunch is available on the weekends. It’s an ideal spot for hanging out with a group of friends.

Brooklyn Brewery is an industrial-scale brewery that churns out one of New York's favorite beers, the Brooklyn Lager. Though it's available on tap in numerous local bars and restaurants, as well as bottled in most delis and grocery stores, appreciating the brew and the process it takes to craft is a delightful experience that should not be missed, and this brewery facilitates just that. The brewery opens its doors to beer aficionados and the curious alike for tours as well as tasting sessions. It has become a terrific social spot for New Yorkers and tourists who come for a visit. The facility goes all out to welcome visitors and even has happy hours. So drop by at Brooklyn Brewery for stellar brews and an interesting experience.

Spuyten Duyvil may have an unpronounceable name, but that doesn't stop people from flocking to this phenomenal hot spot. La Piece de Resistance here is their beer selection from which you can choose by region and country, offered at their long bohemian mahogany bar, reminiscent of Bavarian brasseries of the old world. The unpretentious atmosphere of well-used furniture, dim lighting, and a retro jukebox makes for a fantastic feel that can be enjoyed into the early hours of the morning.

Café by day and a bar by night, The Jeffrey is an exciting place for both caffeine and beer lovers. Craft everything, from cocktails to beer, wines and coffee can be enjoyed at this trendy place located near Central Park. Its drinks menu is exciting and diverse, with everything from frozen and fresh cocktails, to craft beers and impressive wines. Pretzels, burgers, tacos, homemade jerky and a range of other unique treats make up the food menu here. The well-lit interiors, food, drinks, and atmospheric vibe make this a place you'll want to return to, time and again.

A bit of a hidden gem due to its Bronx location, the Bronx Alehouse is one of the best beer bars in the city. The bar features 16 taps as well as one rotating cask, not to mention the bottle list with dozens of beers on it. Hardcore beer lovers might be interested in joining the Alehouse's Beer Club, where you (eventually) sample 100 different beers; those who complete the challenge get their name on the wall of fame in the pub. Apart from the amazing beer selection, they also offer a food menu with more or less basic pub grub. Television makes it a particularly fun place to come and watch sports.