12th Street Ale House

Located in the heart of the East Village in New York City, 12th Street Ale House is a cozy and inviting pub that offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for enjoying a cold brew with friends. This women-owned establishment is known for its extensive selection of beers on draft and in cans/bottles, including some classic upstate NY brews.

The Ale House is a favorite among patrons for its welcoming vibe and friendly staff. With amenities like outdoor seating, pool table, and jukebox, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a relaxing evening with a few drinks or a lively night out with friends, 12th Street Ale House has you covered.

Customer reviews rave about the quality and variety of beers available, as well as the affordable prices and friendly service. Whether you're stopping by for happy hour specials or looking for a late-night spot to unwind, 12th Street Ale House is sure to become a favorite hangout in the neighborhood. So if you find yourself in the East Village and in need of a good time, be sure to check out 12th Street Ale House for a memorable experience.

12th Street Ale House Menu

Location

Address: 192 2nd Ave New York, NY 10003
Phone: (212) 253-2323

🕓 Work Hours
MON 3:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)
TUE 3:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)
WED 3:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)
THU 3:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)
FRI 3:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)
SAT 1:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)
SUN 1:00 PM - 4:00 AM (Next day)

Business info

  • Reservations
    No
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Divey
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Street Parking
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Juke Box
    Yes
  • Best nights on Wednesday, Sunday
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Women-owned
    Yes
  • Pool Table
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Lawrence L.

    04 July 2024

    Simple Good beers on draft and in cans/bottles Some classic upstate NY beers. Works for me

  • Author: Hunter S.

    18 February 2024

    I was out on a late night adventure in the East Village. I'd been to Broadway, seen a play, had a decadent dinner. I had hung out at one of my favorite spots, Goodnight Sonny. Sonny's is usually open til 4 AM, but it was winding down and I thought the bartender might want to close down early, so I headed out. Originally I was looking for a place called the Juke Joint. I went where Google maps instructed, but didn't see it (I found out later it was below street level), so I went into the building in front of me, the 12th Street Ale House. It's a classic bar, low lights, lots of wood. Jukebox. I told the Australian bartender I hadn't planned on coming there, but I have always found a way to where I'm supposed to be in New York (serendipity, baby). Almost simultaneously, we said, "but I bet next door they aren't playing Nina Fuckin Simone!" And indeed, he played some awesome Nina music, some of her well known songs, as well as some of her lesser known, soulful ballads. This was around 2 AM (they are open til 4 AM). Only two other people were there, including a lonely man who talked about how his son never speaks to him and he used to work for a big fashion designer. Shortly after, a Russian couple came in and ordered shots of Jagermeister, treating me as well (had never had it, hate licorice, never need to taste it again). One conversation broke into fashion, another broke into politics, nationalism, human rights. The drinks are ok. Nothing fancy here. Basic stuff. Not too expensive. But you don't come here for the drinks, right? This night full of main characters is not only a blast, it adds to your repertoire of interesting stories to tell at parties. They say what doesn't kill you makes you more interesting at parties. Jagermeister might be that for me. Didn't kill me, but left me with a story to tell at parties. "Two Russians walked into a bar . . ." This is MY New York.

  • Author: Matt D.

    16 November 2023

    Went here after a concert. Drinks were solid and we were able to get a table toward that back where the music was loud enough to hear but low enough that we could have a conversation. Great divebar atmosphere.

  • Author: Akiko I.

    23 July 2023

    Went in early on a weekend wanting a reasonably-priced drink (there's happy hour daily) and know that this place has alot of history in the city. The crowd was all white, which, I guess makes sense as the area has all manner of more international-looking places, and this Ale House looks like the type of bar that pepper Eastern college towns. I got a cider, and the Irish bartender was on it, though when I was taking a photo of the glass, he moved away because he doesn't want to be famous? lol. I'm probably going to bring my partner here sometime and see what she thinks: She's more a beer drinker than I. Check in on Yelp, and get some free tunes on the very good jukebox, which no one had queued up when I was there.

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