While we New Yorkers are a tough breed, amidst the frosty winds and wet snowfall that are a part of a typical New York winter, even the most hardened urbanite will appreciate the rustic warmth of a roaring fire.
From romantic bars to hoppy beer bars, these are the best bars with fireplaces NYC has to offer. Your face and toes will thaw out in no time, thanks to the flames and a couple of drinks.
Tribeca
The Drawing Room and Courtyard at the Greenwich Hotel
The Brandy Library
This upscale TriBeCa lounge looks like a chic library, but its shelves are all stocked with spirits rather than books. This is a swank spot to enjoy high-end beverages while sinking into leather couches. The fireplace completes the ambiance, as does the piano, which is used for live music on most Mondays.
25 N Moore St, New York, NY 10013
The Drawing Room and The Courtyard
Sip potent cocktails while listening to the crackle from the fireplace.
377 Greenwich St New York, NY 10013
Tiny’s & The Bar Upstairs
The fireplace is located in the dining room of this bi-level townhouse. Great date spot with strong cocktails.
135 W Broadway, New York, NY 10013
Soho
Jimmy at The James
Butterfly Soho
Located in the Sixty Soho Hotel, order the Sixty Stormy and then head to the fireplace.
60 Thompson, New York, NY 10012
Jimmy at The James
A cocktail bar on the roof of the James Hotel with indoor and outdoor seating.
15 Thompson St, New York, NY 10013
West Village
Bar Fortuna
Art Bar
With booths in the front, and a lounge area in the back, Art Bar in the West Village attracts an eclectic clientele, which makes sense given its decor. The fireplace is located in the back of the bar, where you can stretch out on sofas or unwind at a small table.
52 8th Ave, New York, NY 10014
Bar Fortuna
A speakeasy cocktail lounge above Casa Apicii.
62 W 9th St, New York, NY 10011
The Beatrice Inn
A chophouse with a great wine list and celebrity clientele.
285 W 12th St, New York, NY 10014
Employees Only
This a West Village institution. Come for the Mata Hari cocktail and stay for the chicken noodle soup.
510 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014
Hudson Hound
They serve American-Irish fare, with sports, beer, and a busy but not crowded vibe.
575 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014
The Jane Ballroom
Order the Hellfire + Brimstone and grab one of the chairs and sofas next to the elaborate fireplace that was salvaged from Belgium.
113 Jane Street, New York, NY 10014
Tavern on Jane
This is a West Village staple with strong drinks and oysters.
31 8th Ave, New York, NY 10014
The Waverly Inn
A favorite wintertime spot to have a drink at the front bar and sit by the fireplace.
16 Bank St, New York, NY 10014
The Walker Hotel
NYC has no shortage of cozy hotel lobbies, but we were more than happy to add this luxe Art Deco spot—which boasts one fireplace in the lobby and another in the restaurant, to our rotation.
52 West 13th St, New York 10011
Greenwich Village
Chumley’s
Amity Hall
Bi-level craft beer bar with a fireplace.
80 W 3rd St, New York, NY 10012
Blind Tiger
A large selection of microbeers. If you don’t like beer then go somewhere else.
281 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014
Chumley’s
The recently returned Chumley’s has evolved into a high-end eatery boasting sophisticated takes on classic fare like burgers and fries. After you find the door, look for the bronze bulldog in the fireplace.
86 Bedford St, New York, NY 10014
The Marlton
Snuggle up with a cocktail in the dim lobby, lit by a roaring fire.
5 W 8th St, New York, NY 10011
Lower East Side
Diego at the Public Hotel
The Back Room
One of only two speakeasies that operated during Prohibition and are still open today, enter the Back Room through a toy company and drink Prohibition-inspired cocktails and beer in paper bags.
102 Norfolk St, New York, NY 10002
The Bowery Hotel
If you want to get a place by the fireplace you need to arrive early or be really lucky, either way you can warm up with a negroni or hot toddy by the fireplace.
335 Bowery, New York, NY 10003
Diego
An Intimate cocktail bar at Public Hotel that specializes In Inspired Cocktails By World-Class, Internationally-Famed Mixologists, An Original Menu By Jean-Georges, An Eclectic, Curated Mix Of World Music, Great Art And of course A Fireplace.
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002
The Flower Shop
That retro-cool space for drinking a beer, playing pool and gossiping among the space’s vintage photographs, floral upholstery and bubblegum-pink fireplace.
107 Eldridge St, New York, NY 10002
The Ludlow Hotel
With vintage amplifiers hang from the ceiling’s exposed beams by chain, the roaring fire, orange-tinted lighting and fluffy faux-fur couches wrap the space in cabin comfort, and armed with a long list of zesty libations spanning the globe and plenty of food-world cred, this drink slinger could change the face of lobby bars for good.
180 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002
East Village
Joyface
Keybar
The have a 2 for 1 happy all night on Sunday and Monday and until 10 pm every other night of the week.
432 E 13th St, New York, NY 10009
Kingston Hall
The billiard hall is decorated with a fireplace and stained-glass windows. They also have a pool table, BOGO happy hour and if you are adventurous the Drunken Coconut.
149 Second Ave, New York, NY 10003
Joyface
There’s no cocktail menu, so if you’re stumped, let the cosmos choose: Dip your hand into a magic bowl to pull out a keychain that reveals your preordained liquor, then a barkeep will concoct a one-of-a-kind drink and name it after you.
104 Avenue C, New York, NY 10009
McSorley’s Old Ale House
Established in 1854, McSorley’s became an institution by remaining steadfastly authentic and providing only two choices to its customers: McSorley’s Dark Ale and McSorley’s Light Ale.
15 E 7th St, New York, NY 1000
Chelsea
Sushi by Bou
The Drunken Horse
This wine bar offers European vintages and small plates. This is a great place to warm up right off of the Highline.
225 10th Ave, New York, NY 10011
Sushi by Bou
Impress at the sushi speakeasy inside Jue Lan Club. This Instagrammable space complete with a modern fireplace just feet away from the counter.
49 W 20th St, New York, NY 10011
The Vine
The fireplace is tucked inside of the library just a few steps past the bar. They have great cocktails, and beer and wine program.
851, 6th Ave, New York, NY 10001
Meatpacking District
Top of The Standard
The Maritime Hotel
Warm up by this 16th-century stone fireplace.
363 W. 16th Street, New York, NY 10011
Top of The Standard
Floor to ceiling windows provide stunning views from the Meatpacking District to the Empire State Building, while a sleek 1970s-style fireplace keeps things toasty.
848 Washington St, New York, NY 10014
Flatiron
Rose Bar at the Gramercy Park Hotel
Cibar
This is a good after-work spot with multiple fireplaces right off of Union Square.
56 Irving Pl, New York, NY 10003
The Flatiron Room
They have over 750+ brown spirits, live jazz shows and a Whiskey School that is designed to continue taste development.
37 W 26th St, New York, NY 10010
I Trulli
With rustic wood floors, white marble counters, a wood-burning oven, a double-sided fireplace and a backyard patio, the restaurant and attached wine bar draw a mix of local office workers, residents and Italian tourists.
122 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016
Molly’s Sheeben
Established in 1964, Molly’s Shebeen touts itself as the most traditional Irish bar in New York City. This Gramercy pub has sawdust on the floors and a working fireplace.
287 Third Ave, New York, NY 10010
Rose Bar
We love a hotel bar, and Rose Bar at Gramercy Park Hotel, with high ceilings, stunning artwork and a wood-burning fireplace.
2 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10010
Murray Hill
1905 Lounge at the HGU Hotel
1905 Lounge
Tucked inside the HGU Hotel in NoMad, 1905 Lounge exudes comfort and warmth with their corner fireplace, cozy leather chairs and homey atmosphere. From after-work drinks to a stress-free evening with friends, the lounge will quickly become the go-to spot on those wintry nights.
34 East 32nd St, New York, NY 10016
Albion
Albion’s simplified the décor, allowing the dimly lit narrow bar, backroom conservatory, fireplace and garden to speak for itself. Like the décor, Albion’s identity is simple. It’s a beer lover’s haven.
575 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10016
Fine and Rare
This sophisticated spirits den oozes retro-glam beyond the tufted leather banquettes and oversized fireplace, with daily live jazz acts (no cover!) crooning onstage and a $15,000 bottle of whiskey on the menu.
9 E 37th St, New York, NY 10016
The Shakespeare
Tavern like British gastropub serving craft beers on draft and cocktails in the basement of the William Hotel. Get the warm cask ale and a spot by the fireplace.
24 E 39th St, New York, NY 10016
Whitman & Bloom Liquor Company
They have a dozen beers on tap and American fare. The cozy first floor outfitted with a fireplace and brown banquettes, and a basement furnished with brass tin ceilings and dark wood tables. Sip on regional wines and spirits, and retro-inspired cocktails.
384 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016
Midtown West
Forty-Four at the Royalton Hotel
Brendan’s Bar & Grill
The ambiance is cozy, with the 19th-century decor. Brendan’s has a decent wine list and 14 beers on draft. A great spot to chat over drinks, and close to MSG and Penn Station.
42 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
Forty-Four
Located inside of the Royalton hotel, they have awesome cocktails in a upscale environment. Come for drinks after work and order one of the craft cocktails.
44 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036
The Gregory Hotel
Dating back to 1903, the lobby bar, The Liquor Cabinet, was designed to resemble a NYC townhome. Order the Bourbon-Spiked White Hot Chocolate and grab a seat by the fireplace.
42 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
Lantern’s Keep
They have legit cocktails. The bar is hidden inside of the Iroquois hotel. This is a good spot after a show or if you happen to find yourself in Times Square.
49 W 44th St, York, NY 10036
The Refinery Rooftop
Not only do they have a fireplace but the bar is also located at the top of the Refinery Hotel. This winter they are featuring a Old Fashioned menu inspired by John Wayne films.
63 W. 38th St., New York, NY 10018
Midtown East
Polo Bar
Bloom’s Tavern
This is a proper Irish bar with TVs with Sports and a fireplace. They have lunch specials that start at $10. This is a great spot for after-work drinks if you work in Midtown.
208 E 58th St, New York, NY 10022
Bookmarks
If you travel up to the top floor of the Library Hotel in Midtown, you’ll arrive at Bookmarks Lounge. In addition to having some nice views of Manhattan thanks to a glassed rooftop, there’s also a fireplace where you can cozy up and enjoy a drink.
299 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10017
Draught 55
If you can’t grab the couch by the fire, the glass-enclosed atrium is a great spot to score craft beer after craft beer from a waitstaff that actually knows what it’s talking about/is nice about it.
245 E 55th St, New York, NY 10022
Polo Bar
Upstairs, find a long mahogany-toned barroom emblazoned with jockey portraits and 19th-century riding trophies. The fireplace in the very back is the cherry on top of the handsome, boys club space.
1 E 55th St, New York
Upper East Side
The Writing Room
Auction House
Dangling chandeliers, pressed-tin ceilings and a fireplace decorate this Victorian-inspired spot. Cozy up with a date on the red velvet couches or chat with pals over rounds of draft beers and mixed drinks.
300 E 89th St, New York, NY 10128
Dorrian’s Red Hand
Settle in at a checker–table-clothed two-top for a pint (or two) and dependable bar bites at this Upper East Side neighborhood bar, which takes its name from the flag of Northern Ireland.
1616 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028
Lexington Bar & Books
The third location in the Bar and Books family, this Upper East Side cigar bar on Lexington enforces a casual yet stylish dress code befitting the civilized look and feel of the space. If you’re okay with wafts of fragrant smoke, you can enjoy the fireplace with a scotch and a fine cigar in hand.
1020 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10021
The Milton
Enjoy British brews and Scotch-splashed cocktails at this English-style gastropub.
1754 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128
Treadwell Park
As the weather gets colder, people can warm up next to the fireplace at Treadwell Park. From the ping pong tables to the colorful coasters and a pinball machine, this beer hall is the ideal spot for after work drinks and weekend gatherings with friends.
1125 First Ave, New York, NY 10065
The Writing Room
This bar and bistro located in the former Elaine’s space on the Upper East Side stays true to the property’s famously literary following, and features stacks on stacks along with a tiled fireplace topped with vintage typewriters, natch.
1703 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128
Harlem
Harlem Public
Arts & Crafts Beer Parlor
Part art gallery, part craft beer bar, this spot serves up a rotating list of 24 beers on tap, plus about a dozen more in bottles or cans. Suds lovers who are up for a challenge will want to order the “run the board” flight of all the beers on tap and settle in for the long hall ($75).
1135 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY 10025
Harlem Public
Harlem Public is a boon to the neighborhood, offering a robust beer selection and good food, as well. There’s a fireplace in the corner to keep the space nice and cozy, but be forewarned that it can get packed inside on weekends (come early to stake your claim).
3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031
Long Island City
The Beast Next Door
Alewife Taproom
They have 20+ craft beers on tap and elevated bar food, brunch specials on the weekends. They have TVs tuned to sports and a pool table upstairs.
5-14 51st Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101
The Beast Next Door
The former garage space has been transformed into a warm, eclectic bar, with church pews, a funky chandelier, and dramatic wall art. The fireplace is more of a wood-burning stove, but you won’t complain when you feel its warm embrace.
42-51 27th Street, Long Island City, NY 11101
LIC Bar
They have a number of beers on tap, a large outdoor space and live music or trivia depending on the night.
45-58 Vernon Boulevard, Long Island City, NY 11101
Park Slope
Union Hall
Cherry Tree Bar
Cherry Tree’s fireplace is often lit on these cold nights, and its location makes it a good choice if you’re seeing something at Barclays, plus, happy hour rns until 8 pm, and if you’re hungry, they can bring pizza over to you from next door.
65 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
The Douglass
Easy-going neighborhood pub serving food, cocktails, craft and domestic beer.
149 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
The Owl Farm
This is a beer-lovers’ paradise, and on a frigid day, you can grab that cold beer and take it to the fireplace in the back, but it’s definitely a coveted spot, so get there early.
297 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Union Hall
They have a full bar downstairs and two indoor bocce courts and a bunch of nooks to hide away in. Dancing downstairs on Saturday nights.
702 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Bed-Stuy
Dynaco
Dynaco
Known for its cabin-style décor lined with vintage Dynaco speakers and well-crafted cocktails. We suggest making your way to the back to check out what might possibly be the coolest fireplace in Brooklyn.
1112 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Boerum Hill
Falkner
Boat Bar
This dive bar has a good happy hour, a jukebox and an electric fireplace. Enjoy the Pacman, Golf and Buckhunter while you are there.
175 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Camp
The venue looks like a log cabin with canoes and a deer head over the fireplace. Come for the fireplace and stay for the games and S’mores.
179 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Clover Club
This former shoe store turned premiere cocktail bar. Order one of their classic concoctions and head to the backroom to sit by the fireplace.
210 Smith, Brooklyn, NY. 11201
Falkner
A quirky yet dignified ambience, plenty of couches for lounging and a menu that includes disco fries: We’d expect nothing less from the proprietors of winter-drinking standby Union Hall.
191 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Brooklyn Heights
Custom House
Custom House
Knock back a brew at this 80-seat pub, which offers 16 tap beers. They also have cheap eats, drinks and a number of TVs behind the bar.
139 Montague St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Bushwick
The Rookery
Left Hand Path
Left Hand Path is a neighborhood bar in Bushwick, and feels kind of like a cross between a boat and a cabin inside. There’s a backyard, so it’s great for when you want to drink outside.
89 Wyckoff Ave, Brooklyn 11237
The Rookery
Not one, but two fireplaces, one indoor and one outdoor, grace The Rookery. The outdoor one is technically an enclosed, wood-burning outdoor fireplace that throws off tons of heat, making it ideal for all-weather drinking.
425 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY 11237
Cobble Hill
Leyenda
Angry Wade’s
This is dive/sports bar has a long list of beer, pool table, darts and free popcorn.
224 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Bijan’s
They serve a Persian-inspired dishes and craft cocktails. They have a good happy hour. They have $17 brunch on the weekends.
81 Hoyt St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Leyenda
Yes, there’s a fireplace, but you won’t find ski-lodge vibes here. Instead, you’ll find Latin-inspired cocktails and addictive snacks.
221 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Gowanus
Black Mountain Wine House
Black Mountain Wine House
They have an excellent beer and wine list and a cozy feel that makes this a great date spot.
415 Union St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Parklife
Outdoor beer garden with a fire-pit.
636 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Zombie Hut
They are a tiki bar with outdoor patio and games. Drinking tiki in the winter is one of our favorite activities.
273 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Greenpoint
Black Rabbit
Achilles Heel
The intimate space means that the bar warms up quickly and you’ll be so toasty after a few drinks that you probably won’t want to leave.
180 West St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Black Rabbit
Get a pint and either hang by the fireplace or get involved in one of the theme/trivia nights.
91 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Spritzenhaus 33
The Spritzenhaus fireplace is a little close to the entrance (bit drafty maybe?) but it has three sides for maximum ‘gather-round-ability’. Best enjoyed with a game of Jenga, a bratwurst in a bun and a nice flagon of ale.
33 Nassau Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Williamsburg
Shelter
Antica Pesa
This authentic Roman restaurant has a strong wine selection and a fireplace that sits in the heart of the restaurant. Grab a glass of wine and order one of the aperitivos.
115 Berry Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249
The Craic
Authentic Scottish & Irish pub with a fireplace.
488 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Kent Ale House
Craft beer pub and sports bar with a wood-burning fireplace in the back room.
51 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Metropolitan
The cozy, 1950s ski-lodge–inspired space, with two fireplaces and exposed-brick walls, is home to a gay-friendly crowd of guys and gals chilling with nightly drink specials at the weekly DJ parties.
559 Lorimer St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Shelter
80 N 7th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249
The log cabin vibes and pair of wood-burning fireplaces make it the perfect place to cozy up with some comfort food and beer.
Union Pool
They have two full bars, live music, a fire-pit and a taco truck in the backyard.
484 Union Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211
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