Beer Authority

Beer Authority is a craft beer restaurant, serving gastro pub cuisine. With over 90 beers on tap and 100 bottled varieties, the Beer Authority is the perfect place to unwind after shopping, the theatre, heading home or simply hanging out. 

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  • Phone

    (212) 510-8415

  • Website

    beerauthoritynyc.com

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  • Type

    Bar

Address

300 W 40th St (at 8th Ave) New York , NY 10018 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Free
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 161


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Sheena G.

I don't drink beer . I went because my coworkers where there. It's a pretty cool place. Seems more like for ppl wanting to watch the game. I might go back to try there drinks and food. FYI: It's 3 FLs

Paul Fort

If you wish upon a star your dream will come true. Except if the star is really a meteoroid coming at you. Then you're screwed - unless you wished for death by meteoroid.

Maad Bench

Great, get the pulled pork tacos upstairs.But downstairs is where u need to be! Karen is lovely and makes u forget about life for a while.My dogTony is the effing man. U need to meet him to understand

Barbara B

Got off the bus and walked over. Great beer , awesome bartender . Checked in with 4square and got a free shot when we ordered our pizza . This is our first favourite spot in NYC. #beerauthority #zenbanx

Matthias

While this has been a really fun experience and is recommended to everyone interested in sports , Laura has definitely made our stay a special one. Thank@you very much!!! ????????

vas

DNAinfo.com: Roof deck above the new craft beer bar is a surprising island of tranquility in one of the busiest parts of Midtown. Get there early to beat after work crowd. Won't break wallet.

Paddy

Excellent beer selection . Lots of TVs to catch whatever sport you want. Recommended between 12pm and 6pm. Turns loud and disco-y at night which is less enjoyable. A bit overpriced. Not for everyone.

Untappd

Located right near Port Authority - this two floor bar has a little something for everyone. It get's pretty loud and crowded after work, so get their early. Also has a roof deck in the summer time!

BrooklynBoyO

If you want good beer and a nice outdoor perch , head to the rooftop . If you want way more/better beer selection & want to people watch , stay downstairs and get by the window!

Stephanie P.

Soooooooo many beers ! 81 on tap , 102 bottles and 10 cans right now - ALL DIFFERENT!!! Awesome roof top area too. Get here early if you can for happy hour cuz it gets packed!

Alexander Kuzmin

If you’re beer lover, get in and check th whole long list of draft beers . Appetizers are really good.

Wayner Bechelli

Best beer in NYC! Beers with great carbonation, diferently from others bars . It's a showtime!

Miguel De Moya

The beer selection is second to none. Come here to have a good time and enjoy great beer in the heart of NYC.

Brew York

The long-awaited sister bar of Rattle-N-Hum is a godsend to Port Authority commuters. And with 80 beers on tap , a booming space, and a well-crafted food menu, you might actually WANT to go to Midtown.

Jeeleighanne Duboius

The roof top is very nice. The music was good also.lots of stairs to get to the rooftop .

Nicholas VanderBorgh

For a whacked out spot with the weirdest people walking around this bar will be my favorite spot before I catch a bus . Tony the downstairs bartender was great. the braised shirt rib sandwich was grea

@Dayngr

Service was slow but the food was delicious! Try the mussels , the perogies , the Mac and Cheese or the ravioli . All delicious! The Union Jack beer was amazing!

Compass

True to its name, the Port Authority-inspired brew house aims to please all manner of beer lovers, boasting 50-plus pours by the cask , tap, bottle, and can, or tasting flights.

Rob Pauloski

Great place to grab a drink while waiting for your bus across the street. Great selection of craft beer , as well .

Anderson Montoya

The bartenders are awesome , my cell phone died and I ask her for a charger ! Immediately I had it on my hands …and I had a complementary drink !!! Love this place

7th.List

Need a beer to make your trip to Port Authority more bearable? This new Midtown spot has 80 taps and 100 bottles for you. Cask ales and growlers are also on offer. Read more

Maad Bench

One of the best beer selections around (next to Rattle n' Hum - sister bar ). Friendly bartenders , polite bouncers, great Firesrone Pale Ale !!! (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more

Moshe Teitz

Great vibe. Excellent spot for a casual bar meet up or a place to go with friends for a rangers/Knicks game.

Joel Barron

Beer Authority, get it? Because they have lots of beers and because it's right by Port Authority . Works on so many levels... $5 beer for Happy Hour

Rachel Elizabeth

It's LUNCH ! &&& You're hungry and watching your budget - Check out beer authority for the $10.00 Lunch Special

Ryan Comerford

Service is great. Bartenders take great care of you. Try the beer . Also, the rooftop is beautiful in the summer.

Michael G.

Huge selection of draft beers including funky ones like banana bread beer and hard kombucha .

Phillip Wilson

If you're looking for a place to go after a long day at the office , look no further

Lenka Dubanská

Great chicken wings and a lot of beer to choose ♥️

Mandar M

Try the mountain of nachos with chili - comes out quick

Jami D

Tony the bartender on the first floor is a big Irish dude that loves Clifford Brown and knows the words to "My One and Only Love!"

Trond Enger

Friendly staff , but the bartender did not have a clue about serving craft beer . Lots of better places in NY for craft beer !

Arjumand Bonhomme

Beer selection is great, and there are enough appetizers to appeal to a variety of tastes.

Paul Fort

Every tap beer contains 10% distilled bus oil from port authority . Nice to see a green bar that cares enough to give back!

Lance Lacoff

Several floors including a rooftop . Nice beer selection . Surprisingly good find in this neighborhood

Tamy Freitas

The best beer to me is Braven las Tumblas, a stour with spice. Soo good! ????

Mandar M

Check out the drinks - this is the post covid menu

Lance Kibblewhite

Take a photo of the beer list . Plan your tasting flights ahead of your next visit.

Rita L

lots of space and beer options ! rooftop gets crowded pretty fast.

Ben Young

Best kept secret in midtown. After work drinks, outside area.

Leigh Anne Zinsmeister

Great chill spot to grab a beer in midtown - so much good stuff on tap .

Ivor Padilla

Awesome beer selection . Great to talk and drink beer .

Sam Doyle

Great beer list and great bartenders . Come here often....

Lynn Taylor

The authority sandwich was delicious and the bartender was awesome! Very friendly vibe and great draft selection

Dimitris Spiliakos

Solid beer selection from across the US. Enjoyed the Patty Melt off the menu .

Maxwell Foxman

Solid beer selection . Usually find one new beer every time.

Jimmy Kastner

Awesome beer selection . The rooftop bar is a nice place to hang out.

Amanda Kelly

Great place to grab a drink before your travels! Check out the inside for yourself! Read more

ZenFoodster

If you can score a table, the rooftop is where it's at!

Ondrej Sedlacek

Good craft beer selection . Sports bar atmosphere. Service friendly . Good but not great 7.5/10

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