Rise Bar
American · Fusion · New York, NY
About
A lively Hell's Kitchen haunt with daily drag shows and a seasonal cocktail menu. Rise Bar pulls in a mixed LGBTQ+ crowd of 20-somethings and 30-somethings, plus travelers looking for a rowdy good time. The sleek wrap-around bar serves seasonal drinks with a focus on fresh flavors, and the adjacent Shine Lounge opens up on weekends for even more space to dance.
Happy hour draws a fun crowd, and the drag brunch is a hit. You'll find full bar service, strong drinks, and a playlist that keeps the energy up. It's open late every night, with weekend hours stretching until 4am.
Located in Hell's Kitchen, a bustling Manhattan neighborhood with a high concentration of LGBTQ+ bars and restaurants.
Features
- ✓Daily drag shows and drag brunch
- ✓Seasonal cocktail menu with rotating flavors
- ✓Adjacent Shine Lounge for weekend dancing
- ✓Full bar with happy hour specials
- ✓Late hours until 2am or 4am daily
Cuisine
Good for
Practical
Best nights: Mon, Fri, Sat
What people say
Rated from 261 reviews. 13 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
This bar is consistently a good time with excellent drinks, music, and is typically packed most weeknights. Great music, attractive bartenders, lively crowd, solid happy hour, energetic atmosphere, and potent cocktails.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Rise Bar have drag shows? +
Yes, daily drag shows are a regular feature, including a highly praised drag brunch.
What type of food is served? +
Rise Bar offers American, fusion, Mexican, Cajun-Creole, and burger options, with a focus on brunch and bar bites.
When is the best time to go? +
Yelp data suggests Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays are the busiest nights.
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