Welcome to 9th Avenue Saloon
Located in the heart of Hell's Kitchen, 9th Avenue Saloon is a beloved gay bar with a rich history spanning over 40 years. Under new ownership, the bar has retained its old-school charm while introducing some modern updates, including a new bar top and restrooms. The iconic neon sign, popcorn machine, and photo booth still remain, offering a nostalgic experience for patrons. Known for its affordable drinks, friendly bartenders, and laid-back atmosphere, 9th Avenue Saloon is the perfect spot for a casual night out with friends. Don't miss their happy hour specials and unique Tom of Finland wallpaper in the restrooms. Your visit to this divey gem is sure to be a memorable one.
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656 9th Ave New York, NY 10036 Hotline: (212) 307-1503
Welcome to 9th Avenue Saloon, a charming gay bar located in Hell's Kitchen, New York. This iconic establishment offers a divey and casual atmosphere that is perfect for gathering with friends or enjoying a night out on the town. With a range of amenities such as outdoor seating, pool tables, and a jukebox, 9th Avenue Saloon provides a welcoming space for all.
Customers rave about the friendly staff, affordable drinks, and overall laid-back vibe of the bar. Whether you're stopping by for a pre-show cocktail or looking to dance the night away, 9th Avenue Saloon has something for everyone. The recent renovations have only enhanced the experience, with updates to the bar top, restrooms, and lighting.
One standout feature of 9th Avenue Saloon is its commitment to inclusivity, with gender-neutral restrooms and a welcoming atmosphere for all patrons. The bar's dedication to maintaining its nostalgic charm while adding modern touches sets it apart from other establishments in the area.
Whether you're a longtime fan of 9th Avenue Saloon or a first-time visitor, you're sure to be impressed by the friendly crowds, affordable prices, and lively energy of this beloved gay bar. Come see for yourself why customers keep coming back to 9th Avenue Saloon time and time again!
Nice Hell's Kitchen atmosphere and pleasant staff. Great bathrooms, lol! Nice remodeling from pre-Covid days.
Great food and drinks at good prices and the mood was chill. I'd definitely hit them up for lunch again or a pre-show dinner.
For years 9th Avenue Saloon used to be one of my favorite gay watering holes in Hells Kitchen. Unpretentious with cheap drinks, it was just a long bar with friendly bartenders who remembered your name. Painted black, it was a dark throwback to an earlier gay bar era. I was sad to hear when it closed, and happy to hear it re-opened under new ownership. Last week I dragged my Florida friends to check out the "new" 9th Avenue Saloon. Well, the new is still old. I could not detect what changed if anything. The free popcorn was still there! The drinks are still dive bar cheap especially during happy hour. Even the guys on the barstools look the same as I remembered, maybe a bit older. Sometimes no change is good!
This is a very cute gay bar. The servers were very nice. The drinks were well priced. All in all I had a good time it was just a small place.
Pre-Broadway show cocktails.Friendly bartenders. Not the bar of old 1990s-2000. Great friendly crowd. Lots of colorful lights. Jukebox . Cleaner bathrooms that the old days
Great bar for an afternoon cocktail - friendly bartenders and friendly customers - the bar has done considerable upgrades since our last visit Pre-Covid
The established 40+ year 9th Ave Saloon is back !! Reopened during Pride! New (gay) owners & Same feel but with some new updates. New bar top, new restrooms, new screens but they kept the neon sign, popcorn machine and photo booth. Beautiful Tom of Finland wallpaper in the restrooms. New lighting around the bar. Open 3pm-4am Mon-Fri & Sat & Sun 2pm-4am
Inexpensive casual divey Gay Bar... Me like, generally! Sometimes it's very slow - others quite packed. Never had a "bad" experience there - but can get loud/messy on some nights. HEY! It's a bar in Hell's Kitchen... LOL! I like the photo-booth (fun for kissing pics!), free popcorn and generally affable bartenders. Favorite thing: the SIGN in the single person/women's bathroom. A scream for sure!