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Alphabet City Beer Co.
- 96 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY 10009

Beer garden, Beer store ★4.0·$$

96 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY 10009, USA

4.0
Strangely, a beer store was the only coffee stop open in a few blocks at 9am on a Sunday. They were super nice and filled up my reusable cup.Coffee starts around $3 for an americano.Lots of seating. Cool vibe.Good spot for to buy a food gift or nice charcuterie too. - Cassia A
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Alphabet City Beer Co. Introduce

In a city where a new bar seems to pop up every day, Alphabet City Beer Co., affectionately known as ABC Beer Co., has carved out a unique and lasting identity in the heart of the East Village. It's much more than your average pub; it’s a multifaceted local business that serves as a beer garden, a beer store, a cheese shop, a coffee shop, and a wine bar all rolled into one. For New Yorkers in search of a friendly and casual spot that caters to a wide range of tastes, ABC Beer Co. is a genuine neighborhood gem. Its reputation is built on a commitment to a fantastic selection, a relaxed atmosphere, and a community-oriented spirit that makes everyone feel at home.

The moment you step inside, you're greeted by an inviting, cozy, and trendy vibe. The space is thoughtfully designed to be a comfortable gathering place, whether you're meeting friends for happy hour, settling in for a solo dining experience, or grabbing a growler to go. The front of the establishment features a meticulously curated retail section where you can browse an impressive collection of local, domestic, and international beers in cans and bottles. As you move further in, the space opens up into a welcoming bar and seating area, where you can enjoy one of the many rotating craft beers on tap. The knowledgeable staff is always on hand to help you navigate the extensive selection and find the perfect drink for your palate.

What truly sets ABC Beer Co. apart is its versatility. Need a morning coffee on a Sunday? They've got you covered with high-quality brews from Devocion Coffee. Looking for a perfect pairing for a quiet night in? Their selection of artisanal cheeses and gourmet snacks is top-notch. Planning a casual dinner with friends? The menu of sandwiches and plates is designed to complement their extensive drink list. This "one-stop-shop" approach, combined with a laid-back, inclusive atmosphere, makes it a go-to spot for college students, locals, groups, and even families with kids. The establishment proudly promotes a welcoming environment for everyone, including the LGBTQ+ community, making it a true safe space and a hub for the diverse community it serves.


Location and Accessibility

Located at 96 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY 10009, USA, Alphabet City Beer Co. is nestled in a dynamic and lively part of the East Village. Loisaida Avenue, or Avenue C, is known for its local flavor, distinct from the more touristy parts of Manhattan. This location makes the pub a truly authentic New York experience, attracting a crowd of locals and residents who appreciate its genuine neighborhood feel.

Accessibility is a key feature of the venue. For those using public transportation, the bar is a convenient walk from several subway stops. The F train at 2nd Avenue, the L train at 1st Avenue, and the 6 train at Astor Place are all within a reasonable distance. For those who choose to drive, the area offers free street parking, a rare and welcome amenity in New York City. The establishment is also committed to being accessible to all patrons, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating, ensuring a comfortable experience for everyone who visits.


Services Offered

Alphabet City Beer Co. offers a comprehensive range of services that go beyond a standard pub, making it a highly flexible and appealing destination for any occasion.

  • Dine-in: The pub provides a casual and cozy setting for you to sit down and enjoy your food and drinks. The communal seating and relaxed atmosphere are perfect for catching up with friends or spending a few hours on your own with a good beer and a book.

  • Takeout: In addition to enjoying a pint on-site, you can also take a piece of the experience home with you. The establishment functions as a beer store, offering a wide selection of bottled and canned beers for purchase.

  • Delivery: For those times when you can’t make it to the pub, ABC Beer Co. offers a convenient delivery service, bringing their great selection of food and drinks right to your doorstep.

  • Onsite Services: The venue is equipped with a full bar onsite, offering a variety of alcoholic beverages. They also provide catering services for special events or parties, allowing you to share their delicious food and drinks with a larger group.


Features / Highlights

The distinctive features and highlights of Alphabet City Beer Co. are what truly make it stand out as a top-tier destination in New York City's pub scene.

  • Exceptional Beer Selection: As a pub and beer store, their beer selection is a primary highlight. They offer a constantly rotating list of beers on tap and an even larger variety of unique bottles and cans. This ensures that every visit is a new experience, whether you're looking for a local New York brew or a rare international find.

  • Events and Entertainment: ABC Beer Co. is a true community hub that hosts a variety of engaging events. Patrons can enjoy bar games, fast service, and a lively atmosphere. The pub is known for its popular Trivia Night and Karaoke, which provide a fun and interactive way to spend an evening.

  • High-Quality Food & Drink Offerings: The menu is more than just bar food. It includes carefully selected artisanal cheeses, such as the famous L’Amuse 2-Year Gouda and Harbison, and a variety of meats like Spanish Chorizo and Speck. Their sandwiches, including the Grilled Cheese and the Turkey Apple Cheddar, are perfect pairings for their drinks. They also offer late-night food, catering to the city's nocturnal schedule.

  • Inclusive and Welcoming Vibe: The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, attracting a diverse crowd. It is explicitly LGBTQ+ friendly and considered a transgender safe space, making it a truly inclusive place for everyone to feel comfortable and accepted.

  • Coffee and Wine: Beyond beer, ABC Beer Co. also caters to non-beer drinkers and morning patrons. They serve high-quality coffee and have a sneaky-good wine list, including red, white, rosé, and sparkling options, making it a destination for more than just beer lovers.


Contact Information

For any inquiries, to check on their tap list, or to place an order, you can reach Alphabet City Beer Co. at the following contact points.

Address: 96 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY 10009, USA

Phone: (646) 422-7103


What is Worth Choosing

Alphabet City Beer Co. stands out in New York City's competitive pub scene for a multitude of reasons, making it a top choice for a wide variety of patrons. The core of its appeal is the extraordinary beer selection. The bar’s dedication to a rotating tap list means there's always something new and exciting to try, from local brews to rare finds. This commitment to variety and quality makes it a paradise for beer enthusiasts. But the value of ABC Beer Co. extends far beyond just its taps. It is a genuine local hub that provides an all-in-one experience, catering to more than just the beer-centric crowd. Its identity as a beer store allows customers to take home a curated selection of bottles and cans, which is a significant advantage for those who want to continue the experience at home or share a unique find with friends. The fact that you can buy a bottle of beer and a block of artisanal cheese at the same time is a testament to its unique and thoughtful business model.

The food menu is another compelling reason to choose this pub. It’s concise but high-quality, focusing on items that perfectly complement their drinks. The artisanal cheeses and charcuterie plates, which can be enjoyed on-site or purchased to go, showcase a level of sophistication not always found in a casual pub. Their selection of sandwiches, such as the Grilled Cheese or the Prosciutto & Provolone, provides a satisfying and delicious meal. These food offerings, combined with their wine and coffee selections, make it an ideal place for any time of day, whether you're grabbing a morning coffee or a late-night snack.

Finally, the atmosphere and community focus of Alphabet City Beer Co. are what truly make it worth choosing. It’s a place that welcomes a diverse crowd, from college students to locals and families. The friendly staff and laid-back vibe create a space where everyone can feel comfortable. The pub's popular events, like trivia and karaoke, foster a sense of community and provide a fun and engaging reason to visit beyond just grabbing a drink. In a city that can sometimes feel impersonal, ABC Beer Co. stands out as a genuine, welcoming, and high-quality destination that offers more than just a drink; it offers an experience and a community.

Alphabet City Beer Co. Food & drink

  • Cheeses

  • L’Amuse 2-Year Gouda (Holland) $5.00

    Firm pasteurized cow’s milk, rich umami flavors with the subtly satisfying crunch of casein crystals

  • Meredith Farms Feta (Australia) $5.00

    Soft pasteurized cubes of sheep and goat milk cheese marinated in garlic infused EV olive oil with herbs and spices

  • Harbison (Vermont, USA) $5.00

    Soft, pasteurized cow's milk, wrapped in spruce bark; oozy paste with floral earthy notes, hints of pine, underlying funk

  • Brie de Meaux (France) $5.00

    Soft raw cow’s milk with notes of mushroom, cauliflower, and sautéed leeks with a bloomy rind

  • Plates

  • Sigmund’s Pretzels $3.50

    CLASSIC → Salted, served with spicy honey mustard EVERYTHING → Everything bagel seasoning, served with house made scallion cream cheese

  • Pretzel Party $8.00

    Two Sigmund’s pretzels of your choice, served with house made spicy honey mustard, scallion cream cheese, and spicy beer cheese dip

  • ABC's Famous Nachos $10.00

    Tortilla chips topped with melted cheese, black beans, jalapeños, scallions, pico de gallo and sour cream

  • Spicy Beer Cheese Dip $7.00

    housemade with Night Shift Nite Lite Lager, served with thin crostini

  • Pickle Guys Pickle Plate $4.00

    Lower East Side represent! Regular and spicy new pickles, green beans, and cherry peppers

  • Meat Selection

  • Bresaola $6.00

    dry cured beef

  • Cacciatore Salami $5.00

    dry cured salami

  • Spanish Chorizo $5.00

    cured and smoked sausage

  • Speck $5.00

    dry cured and smoked prosciutto

  • Sandwiches

  • Grilled Cheese $8.00

    6-month shelburne cheddar and raclette

  • Prosciutto & Provolone $8.00

    prosciutto di parma with provolone and pesto (contains pine nuts)

  • Spicy Beer Cheese & Soppressata $8.00

    spicy soppressata and spicy beer cheese, with cornichons

  • Turkey Apple Cheddar $9.00

    piggery™ smoked turkey breast with shelburne cheddar, green apple, and spinach

  • Sodas, Non-Alcoholic, & Gluten Free Drinks

  • Barritt's Ginger Beer $3.00

    Non-alcoholic

  • Fentiman's Soda $3.00

    From England! Cola, Mandarin Orange, and Rose Lemonade flavors available

  • Saratoga Sparkling Water $1.50

    Large and small

  • Organic Peach Black Tea $3.00
  • Einbecker's Non-Alcoholic Beer $4.00

    From Germany

  • Gluten Free Beers

    Estrella Daura Lager, Two Brothers Prairie Path Golden Ale, Stone Delicious IPA, Glutenberg IPA, Celia Saison, Green's Quest. Prices vary!

  • Red Wine

  • Le Sentiers Pinot Noir 2017 $8.00

    LANGUEDOC, FR – medium-bodied & smooth.

  • Chono Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 $9.00

    MAIPO, CHILE - full-bodied, firm tannin

  • Hand Work Garnacha 2017 $7.00

    LA MANCHA, SPAIN - light-body, fruity. Organic

  • Neal Vineyards Zinfandel 2012 $12.00

    NAPA, CA – deep, blueberry jam. Organic

  • Dom. Boulon Beaujolais VV 2017 $10.00

    BEAUJOLAIS, FR – medium-body, earthy Gamay

  • Oscar Olmos “La Princessa” 2016 $11.00

    JUMILA, SP – Juicy/brambly Monastrell. Natural

  • White, Rosé, & Orange Wine

  • Escudo Vinho Verde 2018 $7.00

    PORTUGAL - light, spritz-y, & tropical

  • Marjan Simcic Ribolla Gialla 2016 $10.00

    SLOVENIA - soft, medium-bodied, green apple

  • Waldschutz GV Gruner Veltliner 2018 $8.00

    AUSTRIA - light, mineral-y & crisp

  • Dom. Champeau Pouilly-Fume 2018 $11.00

    LOIRE, FR - clean, dry, grassy Sauvignon Blanc

  • Page Mill Chardonnay 2016 $10.00

    LIVERMORE, CA. Rich, but light oak. 595 cs produced!

  • Campu Vecchiu Corsican Rose 2018 $9.00

    CORSICA - pale salmon, mineral and very dry

  • Holzer “Invaders Natural” 2017 $12.00

    AUSTRIA - dry/full Muller Thurgau; Natural & orange

  • Sparkling Wine

  • Savino Prosecco Brut N/V $8.00

    VENETO, ITALY - light, crisp, and delicate

  • Marie Rocher L. Valseuses PetNat Rose $12.00

    LOIRE, FR - white flowers, fine bubbles

  • Opera Lambrusco Secco N/V $10.00

    EMILIA-ROMAGNA, IT - fruity up front, dry finish

  • Magnum Wine Special

  • Jefferies Jus de Caillou 2016 $12.00

    Carignan/cinsault - Stony, dry, and lean. Natural.

Alphabet City Beer Co. Details

  • Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Karaoke
  • Trivia night
  • Popular for

  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Late-night food
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Locals
  • Transgender safespace
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • Parking

  • Free street parking

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Alphabet City Beer Co. Location

Alphabet City Beer Co.

96 Loisaida Ave, New York, NY 10009, USA

Alphabet City Beer Co. Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 574 user reviews.

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