The Pony Bar
(Now Closed)Bar$$$$
Hell's Kitchen, New York
The experts at The Corcoran Group and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Still one of the best beer bars you could hope to find. Coast to coast coverage of Americas great beer scene. Friendly HK staff, great comfort food to match your brew. Believe the hype, NEW BEER!!!
The Corcoran GroupDecember 3, 2011This beautiful bar serves up hard to find American craft beer – they pour sample-sized servings for $5 each, so you can try them all. The food is solidly good too.
ben mAugust 20, 2014Ever changing American craft beer list. Can take a minute to get a table, but grab a beer stand at a barrel. One will open just be patient. I like that the tv is only on if someone requests a game.
Loved this place! The amount and selection of crafts beers is just amazing. And the original burger is pretty good too for a normal burger.
Michelle WendyOctober 10, 2012It's October so a pumpkin beer is a must and their Ithaca country pumpkin fits the bill. Rich and malty with the perfect blend of spices. The Stone Cali- Belgique IPA is a MUST try if on tap!
Ingrid StenquistMarch 9, 2013Rotating craft menu. I find it funny that its gone digital now. Food is pretty great. I had their thai chili calimari and tried the fried pickles & grilled cheese that comes on incredibly fluffy bread
This is a really good bar if you enjoy beer, especially crafts beers. They offer a selection of constantly rotating american crafts beers, twenty beers on tap plus two casks. All $5 a Pint. Go there!
Liam OliverFebruary 19, 2016Top notch beer American craft beer selection at good prices. 20 taps plus 2 casks. Always worth poking your head in.
Charles DornbushMay 1, 2013Awesome beer selection, laid back vibe, not very crowded! This and rattle n hum were my two favorite bars during my recent trip to nyc. Not an endless stream of hipsters like in san francisco.
Excellent craft beer for $5? This is the place to go in NYC if you're on a budget and want a good brew. The earlier you go, the better, since it does get pretty packed during the week.
Great food here, interesting rotating beer selections and normal people clientele-wise. Great gastropub in the sea of mediocrity that is Hells Kitchen :).
MaxOctober 15, 2015Fantastic, rotating craft beer selection on tap, including a number of quite rare ones. One of the best beer places you will find in Manhattan.
Brian MasefieldMay 24, 2015Though I find the digital beer board a bit odd in terms of decor, they have great beers & a cool vibe. The calamari are sweet-spicy perfection.
Felipe BarrientosOctober 1, 2013The Pony Bar features 20 American crafted beers on tap. The selection changes every so often and is displayed on 50 inch TVs. If you want the best deal, make sure to get the best alcohol volume / oz
A fantastic, constantly-rotating beer selection that runs 20 taps deep. Two casks, too. Keep track of your beer choices to become a member of the "Pony All-American" club. 100 beers gets you a shirt!- A+++ for the Pony Bar! Your not gonna find better american craft beer Anywhere. Period in NYC. And same for the grilled cheese. Those who know go. Ding ding ding ! New Beer!!
If you're ever visiting NY and like craft beer make sure you stop at this bar. Great beer selection and only $5 (most are 14oz pours). These prices are a steal for NYC. Good food too
Shawn ThorntonJanuary 6, 2016Amazing craft beer selection at a great price! Friendly service. The one bad thing is that it is not that big and spots fill up fast.
Ben GaspariniSeptember 29, 2016Awesome beer selection with the virtual pour system setup. Also for fans of the untapped app this is one of the founders hangout spots.
Victoria WoosterFebruary 3, 2017Lots of different beers each time I go. The sandwiches, the fried calamaris, the pretzels... everything excellent. Good bar for groups! 🤗
Lena HMay 25, 2011Excellent selection of beers - be sure to check the board when the bell rings to see what's new. As for food, it's a small bar-style menu, can't go wrong with any of the sandwiches + side of pretzels.
New York HabitatNovember 18, 2011Lots of rare microbrews from all over the U.S, and only 5 bucks each! Their massive beer list is constantly changing so talk to one of the knowledgeable bartenders if you're unsure what to get.
The Brew NoobJuly 24, 2013Pony Bar regularly hosts rotating tap-takeovers by some of the best craft brewers, including a memorable visit from Schlafly's co-founders who introduced the beer to the NYC market Read more
kevinJune 7, 2012Amazing selection! Just had the short rib sandy... Very good! first meal here so that's all I can say! Had 6 different brews so far. Sly fox and victory are my top 2!!! All american everyday all day!
Greg GSeptember 27, 2014Great selection of rotating craft beers. Reasonably priced for NYC. Calamari, skillet sausage, and buffalo chicken pierogi all very good.
UntappdAugust 15, 2011If you venture out the West side of the island, you have to check this beauty out. Helpful staff and rotating cask and tap lines. However, you might want to get there early to get a seat!
Check the board for the alcohol content - I'm a big fan of any local IPA or Belgian style brew. The best part about Pony Bar are the $4 beers and the growlers.
Alex CamaraAugust 10, 2014The beer list is awesome. Wasn't crowded when I went. Only downside is they pour 14oz drafts. Lame. Shrimp torts and fried pickles are A+
PaddyApril 26, 2016Craft beer paradise in HK. Great food, great beer, great staff. It's usually busy but it's worth it.
Tim RecchionMarch 6, 2014My favorite bar in NYC. $6 for craft beers, and the selection changes daily. Can get crowded on a weekend night
Deejay ForteSeptember 25, 2012The Spicy Gumbo's amazing. Also, order a side of pickles- just do it. DO IT. THIS SECOND, ORDER THEM. STOP READING THIS AND ORDER THEM. Okay? Okay.
JasonOctober 16, 2014The best beer selection, maybe in all of NYC. If you come here, download the Untapd app on your phone to keep track of which ones you tried and which ones you liked!
20 rotating american craft beer taps, 2 casks, and delish bar grub keeps it crowded. Check their twitter feed to see latest new beers. Order the pretzels. Gf likes fried pickles.
Rob PrattAugust 21, 2014Can't recommend the buffalo chicken dumplings. Too little chicken in the dumplings and overall isn't a good value.
Thomas EdwardsMarch 24, 2011Let's talk about the important things here. Amazing beer menu. 4:20-5:20PM $1 off craft beer. $20 card minimum but has ATM with only a 50-cent surcharge. Who doesn't like ponies?
Sea ThinksJanuary 4, 2015was there last night, beer selection is ok, good balance between price and quality.. but still no comparison with my fav Armsby Abbey in Worcester. Little too loud but mostly cause of many people..
Fav beer place in the city! Unique selection of delicious, constantly changing local craft brews for five bucks a pop. Check theponybar.com to see what's on tap right now.
Great local bar with rotating beer menu that changes daily. Staff is great, food is delicious.
Karthik RamanOctober 24, 2014Great beer selection, reasonable prices, good for groups, music at just the right level to be present but not prevent conversations
one of my favorite bars! great vibe, not fussy. I try not to get the same beer twice since they have so many to try
Tyler MurphyFebruary 25, 2015Rotating craft beer selection is awesome. Make sure to participate when they ring the bell!
Andy ListerDecember 15, 2012Great beers, but a little busy these days. It calms down after the post-work crowd head home. Check out what time the clock is stuck on. We wrote half a beer rating app in this bar :)
Daniel PorterOctober 6, 2014A great local. If you can get a seat at the bar, you are set for the night. Great beers and friendly staff.
Jen GutierrezJanuary 22, 2012Love this place! But the tonight bartender chick with the flash dance cut tshirt and light brown slightly curly hair is a bit of a snob... But I'll still love this place
CompassMay 15, 2014If you try 100 domestic craft beers at Pony Bar, you get a free T-Shirt. With the amazing selections, that won’t be a hard feat for regulars to accomplish.
LeonJuly 24, 2012Rotating killer Kraft beer list. Great tunes, great vibes. Chicken sandwich is awesome.
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- Mon–Fri
- 3:00 PM–4:00 AM
- Sat–Sun
- Noon–4:00 AM
(212) 586-2707
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