Cubbyhole
Dive Bars · New York, NY
About
The walls are plastered with quirky knick-knacks and the jukebox hums low. Cubbyhole is a lesbian dive bar in the West Village, cash-only and proudly low-frills, with a loyal crowd of regulars in their 30s. It's been a neighborhood staple for decades, welcoming everyone but keeping a relaxed, queer-centric energy.
Happy hour here is strong, with daily drink specials worth arriving early for. It gets busy on weekends, especially Fridays when events like “The Hershe Libra World” zodiac party bring in a bigger crowd. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense spot to grab a stiff drink and chat, this is it.
Located in the West Village, one of New York's most iconic LGBTQ+ neighborhoods, with plenty of other bars and restaurants within walking distance.
Features
- ✓Cash only, so bring bills
- ✓Daily happy hour drink specials
- ✓Weekly zodiac party on Fridays
- ✓Kitschy decor with wall-to-wall oddities
Good for
Practical
Best nights: Tue, Fri, Sat
What people say
Rated from 454 reviews. 105 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“a must see”
I always have an amazing time when I come here.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Service is soooo BAD!!!”
Terrible service! They don't accept credit or debit cards. Two bartenders were working, a man and a woman. The woman was rude and ignored repeated requests for a beer. Later she yelled that people without tips would wait longer. I don't know if this is normal in New York, but tipping should be for good service, which neither of them provided. Never go here!
A guest · Over a year ago
“Girls gone wild at Escuelitas”
This event is called The Hershe Libra World, a monthly zodiac party held every Friday. It's for women who love women and men. Admission is free before midnight if you show the text and pink card. Libra birthday guests get in free all night with ID. There's The Angel Sheridan Show with special guests, half-price drink specials all night, and music by DJs Mary Mac and Oscar Perez. The venue is Escuelita at 301 W. 39th Street, NYC, enyclub.com.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Friendly little neighborhood bar...”
Though the crowd is mostly women, men won't feel out of place, especially when a certain adorable bartender is working. It's a cozy neighborhood spot with a great happy hour. Try the daily special; it's always a well-made drink.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“Great mixed neighborhood haunt”
My only complaint is that it can get too packed, but the crowd is great.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cubbyhole cash only? +
Yes, Cubbyhole does not accept credit or debit cards. Bring cash.
Does Cubbyhole have a happy hour? +
Yes, they offer a great happy hour with daily specials.
Is the crowd mostly women? +
Yes, it is mostly women, but everyone is welcome.
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