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Good Beer NYC

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Beer Store and Beer Bar
East Village, New York
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  • Ashley R.heart icon on user image
    Ashley RoseJuly 9, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    I've been an ABC devotee for years- but stopped by to my pleasant surprise- found a greater selection of domestic craft beers to go. Would still pick ABC to hang and sip, but Good Beer for roadies.
  • Christoffer J.heart icon on user image
    Christoffer JakobsenApril 14, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing selection of craft beer on bottles and cans. Focus on American beer but a decent selection of European too. A few taps for a glass to stay, or growlers to go.
  • Raphael L.heart icon on user image
    Raphael LangenscheidtAugust 17, 2015
    Great selection. Mostly domestic, but decent amount of German beers. Perfect relaxed seating in the back to enjoy whatever beer you just bought. Quiet, cool vibe.
  • Andrew B.heart icon on user image
    Andrew BrykNovember 21, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    $8 flights are the go to move. Sit back, relax and enjoy 4 one of a kind beers on tap that change weekly. You will never get these anywhere else in the city
  • Nate B.heart icon on user image
    Nate BeattyNovember 3, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Beers are arranged east coast to west, starting in the front to the back. They have a great selection, despite their merely "good" name
  • Joshua H.heart icon on user image
    Joshua HaftelJanuary 22, 2015
    Great beer selection, both in bottles and on tap. The folks working here know their beer and provide excellent recommendations. Love the space too, great for hanging out with friends.
  • Cassidyheart icon on user image
    CassidyAugust 19, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    I wish I could be locked in this store overnight and have a "From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler" kind of night so I could try all the beers. they would all be magnificent.
  • Sean S.heart icon on user image
    Sean SmithDecember 15, 2015
    Great beer selection both on tap and in bottles (and oh how many bottles). Staff is always super nice and helpful.
  • Larry K.
    Larry KoestlerApril 17, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Good Beer has everything a craft beer lover could want: a selection of bottles & cans as far as the eye can see; superb customer service; and an amazing staff that cultivates a warm, inviting vibe. Read more
  • Eliza K.
    Eliza KNovember 8, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    With $6 pints and $8 flights, Good Beer is the perfect way to get to know some craft brews. It's relaxed, comfortable environment and friendly staff make this place hard to leave.
  • WhiskeyAvengerheart icon on user image
    WhiskeyAvengerJune 17, 2018
    Perfect bottle shop for picking your libation of choice and sitting and enjoying said beverage.
  • Aditya B.heart icon on user image
    Aditya BasuAugust 20, 2014
    Excellent collection of bottled craft beers. Unique even for craft beer enthusiasts. Much more than the always available Stone, Dogfish, Bear Republic, Ommegang etc.
  • Ted H.heart icon on user image
    Ted HaennMarch 7, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    The beer selection is great, André, Dave, Sarah and Catherine are wonderful with helping customers. They provided knowledge information and honest opinions.
  • Alan M.
    Alan MooimanAugust 5, 2012
    If you're looking for a shop with a good selection of craft beers, this is it. I've been looking for a place like this in the city for a while. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
  • Frank R.heart icon on user image
    Frank RimalovskiFebruary 3, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Beer is great here. Amazing selection of cans and bottles, and a handful of amazing and eclectic beers on tap. Bring a growler!
  • Brew York
    Brew YorkAugust 3, 2011
    A great spot to test-drive beers in a sampler before you grab a growler. Check out their bottle selection in the coolers, organized by region from front (East Coast) to back (West Coast and Abroad).
  • Ingrid S.
    Ingrid StenquistFebruary 23, 2013
    A true gem of a find as far as beer stores go. Huge selection. Also $8 tasting flights of whatever is on tap or just grab a half pint while you browse.
  • Kristin C.
    Kristin CraigNovember 15, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Best beer selection during the fall and winter months, smuttynose, peak organic, all around the greatest place in NYC for decent (and fucking amazing) beer
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherJuly 11, 2017
    Great beer selection. Limited seats. And you can not drink cans or bottles onsite.
  • Eliza K.
    Eliza KJanuary 7, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Get ready for the best kid-in-an-candy-store experience you'll have in 2011! Go talk to Dave, the owner, and he'll help you choose a flight that suits your taste. Don't leave without trying something!
  • Ryan G.heart icon on user image
    Ryan GallagherMay 28, 2018
    Good beer list but unlike most other places you can’t drink the bottles or cans in house.
  • New York Habitat
    New York HabitatDecember 14, 2011
    To get your craft beer fix, seek no further. Grab a growler to go or make your own six pack. Either way you'll be leaving with…wait for it….good beer.
  • Megan C.heart icon on user image
    Megan CleggMay 31, 2021
    Been here 5+ times
    Amazing beer shop, with a friendly staff and alllll the new and exciting cans your heart can desire
  • Nick A.heart icon on user image
    Nick AndlingerJanuary 24, 2015
    Great place. Cheapest craft 6ers in town. Too bad they close at 10.
  • Kayleigh H.heart icon on user image
    Kayleigh HarringtonSeptember 24, 2016
    Great selection of beers and knowledgable people to help you find a new favorite!
  • Luc D.heart icon on user image
    Luc DoanNovember 30, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Great beer, they take credit, but bring some cash to tip your bartender
  • Chad B.
    Chad BurgessAugust 26, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Great $8 flights. Start the night here and take a snack break at This Little Piggy which has amazing roast beef sandwiches and also decent beer.
  • ben m.
    ben mJanuary 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Attention parents of Alphabet City and the East Village: this place is stroller friendly! Dad's like good beer too.
  • Red F.
    Red FabbriMarch 12, 2013
    Support local beer and the stores that dare to stock them. Best selection in the hood, and nicest staff too.
  • Monica C.heart icon on user image
    Monica CullenFebruary 22, 2016
    Make your own six pack and drink the draft beer while you shop.
  • Daniel F.
    Daniel FisherAugust 2, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    This is THE place to shop for your craft beer needs. Grab a sampler or a draft while you're there. They also host tasting events. Read more
  • Alex F.heart icon on user image
    Alex FishJuly 2, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Best store in NYC for your craft beer needs. Prices are on point as well.
  • Tyger M.
    Tyger MadendaNovember 9, 2011
    It's called "Good Beer" and not "Good Pretzel" for a reason. Flights of rotating brews are the best method of introduction to new favorites.
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    DoubleDeuceNovember 18, 2018
    This is a fantastic place to pop in for a variety pack or even crack one open and relax in the back.
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    cindyAugust 21, 2014
    Beer menu that changes with good, hard to find choices. Good snacks !
  • Frank E.
    Frank EspositoAugust 17, 2014
    Great beer selection. My favorite craft beer store in the city.
  • Eliza K.
    Eliza KApril 21, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Follow Good Beer on Twitter @goodbeernyc or on Facebook to get updates about tasting events. They're always a good time, and who doesn't like getting to know a brewery with a $6 flight?
  • Allen M.
    Allen MNovember 19, 2010
    Been here 25+ times
    Great new place. Totally chill people behind the bar, great selection and prices. I only wish they'd let you buy bottles and drink them there.
  • Peter M.
    Peter MacKellarAugust 13, 2011
    Great beer store with options from across the country. Found Cisco's Whale's Tale here as one of the few Manhattan sellers.
  • Kimmie O.heart icon on user image
    Kimmie OhhDecember 8, 2019
    Come here for craft beer. Enjoy a beer flight!
  • Colin R.
    Colin ReubenJune 2, 2016
    Everything! You can't go wrong with any of the beers 😃
  • Katie C.
    Katie CubesNovember 20, 2010
    Do the sampler they guys behind the counter will really tailor to what u like or dislike. Great way to try a neew draft u haven't had before
  • Alexandra B.heart icon on user image
    Alexandra BerlinFebruary 18, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    This place sells Augustiner Edelstoff, which I highly recommend for anyone searching for an authentic, delicious Bavarian beer.
  • Joshua N.
    Joshua NessFebruary 10, 2012
    They have a Munich beer I haven't been able to find anywhere else. Try the Augustiner!
  • Saif D.heart icon on user image
    Saif DiaSeptember 8, 2015
    Don't be shy to ask for a recommendation
  • Chirag P.heart icon on user image
    Chirag PatelMay 26, 2018
    Good vibe inside. You can drink off the taps.
  • Rob P.heart icon on user image
    Rob PrattJune 9, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    They serve a limited amount of beer-worthy food such as kielbasa, hot dogs and pretzels.
  • Paul R.
    Paul RieckhoffJune 3, 2012
    A must if you're in the hood. Great stop on a Sat or Sun afternoon. And they have Golden Spike from Utah.
  • Will C.heart icon on user image
    Will CMarch 23, 2018
    Been here 100+ times
    Awesome crowd, great staff, awesome beer selection.
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex StillFebruary 21, 2017
    Great place to have a beer while shopping for more beer.
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