Rudy's Bar & Grill

You cannot beat cheap beer, an eclectic crowd, and a great jukebox. The staff is friendly and so is the clientele. It is not a dive bar; it is a bar with soul. Pros: Inexpensive, Great Atmosphere, Good Jukebox more

How can you compare any other dive bar to one that offers free hot dogs? Last time we were there we there were almost two fights. It can be very crowded but it's also very legit and very cheap. A great alternative to the Times Square scene. Pros: Cheap, Real Cons: Crowded more

and you were smokin' baby. Rudy's rocks with cheap drinks and free hotdogs and the most diversified group of guests you'll ever find assembled in New York...From drunk Pops to Paul McCartney...their in there baby. Check your attitude at the door please. Pros: jukebox, Hotdogs, cheap Cons: too small, too small, too small more

I'm writing to the "Putting the HELL..." critic who probably doesn't belong beyond the upper east side. Yes, rave reviews AND nominated many years for what? Best dive bar. Hello? With a giant pig outside, were you expecting fine dining? Don't look like a regular, never have trouble getting served, find the staff friendly/accommodating. Nor do I mind a bartender whose old school enough to recall a time when beer was beer and for 7.50 a pitcher, you simply enjoy it being cold. As for "crumbling brick of neighboring buildings", they add to the overall vibe and are a pleasant reminder of how certain things should be left untouched, especially character. You need not try to keep those who understand and appreciate what a dive bar truly is away, but thanks for reminding us why we love hangin at them, especially knowing we won't be confronted with snobs like you. more

I'm writing to the "Putting the HELL..." critic who probably doesn't belong beyond the upper east side. Yes, rave reviews AND nominated many years for what? Best dive bar. Hello? With a giant pig outside, were you expecting fine dining? Don't look like a regular, never have trouble getting served, find the staff friendly/accommodating. Nor do I mind a bartender whose old school enough to recall a time when beer was beer and for 7.50 a pitcher, you simply enjoy it being cold. As for "crumbling brick of neighboring buildings", they add to the overall vibe and are a pleasant reminder of how certain things should be left untouched, especially character. You need not try to keep those who understand and appreciate what a dive bar truly is away, but thanks for reminding us why we love hangin at them, especially knowing we won't be confronted with snobs like you. more