Down the Hatch, Greenwich Village, New York, happy hour venue
Happy Hour Venue β€’ New York, Greenwich Village

Down the Hatch - Iconic Greenwich Village Basement Sports Bar - New York Happy Hour (2026)

Down the Hatch is a legendary Greenwich Village basement bar. Famous for half-price happy hours and 'Atomic Wings,' it's the ultimate spot for sports and cheap drinks.. Specializing in Bar & Grill, A…

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Happy hour schedule

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Live Now (Ends in 2h 5m)
Mon12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tue12:00 PM - 8:00 PMToday
Wed12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thu12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Fri12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sat12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sun12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Drink and food deals

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Drink deals

  • Half-Price All Drinks β€” Half-Price All Drinks
  • $5 Atomic Wings β€” $5 Atomic Wings

Food deals

  • Half-Price Bar Food Menu β€” Half-Price Bar Food Menu

About this venue

Editor's Take: Since 1991, Down the Hatch has been the go-to subterranean haunt for college students and sports fans. It’s unpretentious, loud, and offers some of the best drink deals in Manhattan.

A classic West Village underground bar known for its high energy, wide-screen TVs, and unbeatable gameday specials.

Primary Intent: πŸ’° Cheap Happy Hour

Intent Tags: basement, wings, college bar, budget

Cuisine: Bar & Grill, American

Best For: Watching Sports, Group Partying, Cheap Eats

Atmosphere: Rowdy & High-Energy

Dress Code: Casual

Noise Level: very loud

Music: Rock, Top 40

Editor Score:
84/100

Venue highlights & amenities

Everything you need to know about this spot's features and what makes it special.

Basic Info

Atmosphere:
Rowdy & High-Energy
Dress Code:
Casual
Noise Level:
Very loud
Capacity:
120

Features & Amenities

🍺 Sports Bar
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Family Friendly
πŸ’° Budget Friendly
πŸ“… Happy Hour All Week
🎡 Rock,Top 40
Amenities:
TVs,Foosball,Full Bar,Basement Setting
Best For:
Watching Sports,Group Partying,Cheap Eats
Intent Tags:
basement,wings,college bar,budget
Payment:
Cash,Credit Card
Parking:
Street Parking

Additional Details

  • Cuisine: Bar & Grill, American
  • Best For: Watching Sports, Group Partying, Cheap Eats
  • Intent: basement, wings, college bar, budget
  • Amenities: TVs, Foosball, Full Bar, Basement Setting
  • Music: Rock, Top 40
  • Payments: Cash, Credit Card
  • Parking: Street Parking
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Noise Level: very loud
  • Capacity: 120
  • Family Friendly: Yes
  • Sports Bar: Yes
  • Budget Friendly: Yes
  • Happy Hour All Week: Yes

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Visit information

Address: 179 W 4th St, New York, NY 10014, New York, NY, 10014Phone: (212) 627-9747Website: Visit website

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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about happy hour deals, reservations, and what to expect at Down the Hatch

What time does happy hour start and end at Down the Hatch?

Happy hour times vary by day - typically weekdays 4-7pm. Check the schedule section above for today's specific happy hour hours and drink specials.

How much are drinks during happy hour at Down the Hatch?

Happy hour drink prices usually range from $5-10 for beers, $6-12 for wine, and $7-15 for cocktails. Exact prices depend on the drink type and day of the week.

Does Down the Hatch have food specials during happy hour?

Yes, most venues offer appetizers and bar bites at discounted prices during happy hour. Popular items include wings, sliders, nachos, and shareable plates.

Is Down the Hatch crowded during happy hour? Should I make reservations?

Happy hour can get busy, especially Thursdays and Fridays. We recommend arriving early or calling ahead for groups of 4+ people. Weekdays are typically less crowded.

What's the dress code for happy hour at Down the Hatch?

Most happy hour venues have casual dress code - smart casual is perfect. Avoid athletic wear, but business casual or casual attire is generally acceptable.

Does Down the Hatch have outdoor seating or patio for happy hour?

Indoor seating is available. Call ahead to ask about seasonal outdoor seating or nearby outdoor options.

NY Alcohol Laws & Happy Hour Regulations

DUI Laws: New York has a 0.08% BAC limit for DUI. Zero tolerance for drivers under 21.

Happy Hour Rules: New York allows happy hour specials with certain restrictions.

Last Call: Last call is 4 AM in NYC, varies elsewhere.

You must be 21+ to consume alcoholic beverages in the United States. Please drink responsibly and never drink and drive. Happy hour times may vary β€” call ahead to confirm.