Beer Authority

Good price for downtown NYC. Very convenient and walkable from our nearby, historic hotel. Across from the port authority bus depot, a few blocks from Penn Station and kitty corner to the NYT building.<br>Enjoyed the roof top restaurant, which had both open and covered seating. Such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of the city: near it and out of it at the same time.<br>I would recommend.

There’s a lot of beer here lol. Good vibes. Love the variety. Downstairs is cash only.

The atmosphere was decent overall, though the music was a bit too loud and made it difficult to hold a conversation at times. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which definitely added to the experience. The food was typical bar fare — good, but nothing particularly memorable. We ordered the small appetizer platter, and while the presentation was beautifully done, the flavors themselves were fairly standard. Overall, a solid spot for drinks and a casual night out with attentive service.

I almost never write bad reviews but…. The vibe of this place was kind of cool and looked like they had a good beer selection. But I sat at the bar for 10 min around 11pm and the two bartenders were just talking to each other. Didn’t seem very busy or very interested in bartending. So I left. If the owner ever wonders what they can do to make more money, you can start with the service.

Just the best burgers in town! Head on down for an extensive list of beers and fine cocktails. A welcome smile and pleasant service, it’s well worth the trip.

What a great experience!<br>We asked to watch a specific hockey game during a Yankee game & they acommodated us<br>Drinks: cosmos & margaritas x 2 👌<br>Very good & wide beer variety + nice chardonnay. Really!<br>And, their food is VERY good<br>We got :<br>Smokerboard. Great<br>Chili bowl. Sublime<br>Chicken wings. Excellent<br>Staff is very attentive & gentle<br><br>We will come back soon.

Large selection of both draft beer and bottles & cans. Good for a stop in the afternoon since plenty of them are on Happy Hour-price. But add 1$ on each stated price in the price list, since they are not up to date.<br>Approx 8-10$ / draft beer.

This was very nice american experience. Kind staff, cosy atmosphere and great food. imo prices in this location are reasonable and worth the experience.

Okay, I absolutely love Fred. He was amazing. I would definitely return to see him. As for the food, meh! It didn’t seem fresh and had an “it’s been in the refrigerator all week” kind of taste. The drinks were good, and I would return to hang out with Fred. 😊🤭

Enjoyed the passionfruit mint mojito and bruschetta and pizza and bread basket. Great service, plenty of seating on multi floors, great menu. Great location within a block of port authority.

Super chill atmosphere, especially considering proximity to port authority. Ground floor bar is awesome especially Giorgina (my love). Professional, chill, reasonable prices and nice customers. Definitely coming again.

We were planning to visit another restaurant but this one was right next to our hotel, so we looked at the menu and agreed we would try it, and we were not disappointed! We made a reservation for 6 people a couple hours a head of time. We were all pleased with the temperature and presentation of the food, and the atmosphere. The only thing I would change is our timing to enjoy a couple beers/drinks and one of the games on one of the many TVs located around the restaurant. Loved the attention to detail with decoration of the theme and Halloween decor!

The place is large and has good vibes, the rooftop is great and the menu and beer variety is great. We had the Shepherds Pie and Pastrami Sandwich and both were great, my only issue was with our server who checked on us four times during our meal and was in a rush to grab half empty plates, this made us not want to stay around after our meal and if this was the goal, congrats.

Last night, my husband and I were looking for somewhere to go — nothing fancy, just a cozy spot to relax, talk, and enjoy good food. We ended up at Beer Authority, and honestly… it was exactly what we needed. 🎯<br><br>At first glance, it looks like your usual bar. But the moment you step inside, you can feel it — everything is thoughtful, warm, and just feels right.<br><br>💡 The atmosphere is exactly what you want for an evening out: soft lighting, cozy vibe, the hum of conversations around you — but nothing overwhelming. It’s modern, comfortable, and easy to settle into.<br><br>We ordered wings and a couple of beers, and both were great. The wings came out hot, crispy, just the right amount of spice — perfect with a cold drink. And their beer selection? Huge. There’s truly something for everyone. 🍗🍺<br><br>What really stood out was the service — fast, friendly, and effortless. The staff was kind, helpful, and made us feel totally at ease, without ever being pushy.<br><br>And now for the surprise detail that no one talks about — the bathrooms. Yes, the bathrooms! Super clean, and each stall has its own little sink and soap. It may seem small, but it says a lot about how much they care about your comfort. It made a real impression on us.<br><br>💬 We left full, happy, and thinking: “Should we make this our regular spot?”<br>Because that’s exactly how you feel there — like you’ve found a place you’ll want to return to, again and again.<br><br>⸻<br><br>✅ If you’re looking for a bar that’s:<br>• tasty and filling<br>• clean and cozy<br>• fast, friendly, and just really nice to be in<br><br>…then Beer Authority is your spot. We’ll definitely be back 💛<br><br>⭐️ 5/5 — not just a bar, but a vibe.<br><br>👉 RECOMMEND 🌟 (Personally mine)

This was a fun place to stop for a beer, I had already had dinner or I would have definitely ordered. Everything coming out of kitchen looked good and they were still serving around 10pm on a Sunday. The downstairs was a cozy pub area, great place for a quaint meetup. The upstairs is spacious and definitely can accommodate larger parties. I had a Pilsner, efficient service upstairs and down. It looks like they have great Reuben, and Shepherds Pie, green beer was still available shortly after St Patrick’s Day.