Biergartens (or beer gardens) are becoming more and more popular in New York due to their expansive and communal environment (a novel concept where space is at such a premium), great food, and, most importantly, beer. And since the Big Apple has so many spots to choose from, even those who say no to hops and ale will be sucked into these bustling scenes. From traditional German-style venues to trendy, reinvented joints, there's bound to be a biergarten for everyone.
We've mapped out a hit list for you, so scroll on through to find your new haus away from home.
Radegast Hall & Biergarten
Nestled in the heart of Williamsburg, Radegast Hall & Biergarten offers a wide range of brews that you can drink sidled up to the large bar, or at a picnic table in the indoor beer garden. Come enjoy a pitcher (or two...) with as many friends as you can squeeze in at a long, communal table.
Radegast Hall, 113 N. 3rd Street (at Berry Street); 718-963-3973.
Photo: Courtesy of Radegast Hall.
Zum Schneider
If you want your fill of Bavarian beer and German cuisine, Zum Schneider is the place for you. With a festive vibe and splashy decor, this East Village german beer hall promises to celebrate every day like it's Oktoberfest. So put on your lederhosen, order some bratwurst, and drink up!
Zum Schneider, 107 Avenue C (at 7th Street); 212-598-1098.
Photo: Courtesy of Zum Schneider.
The Chester Biegarten
Any biergarten bucket list is not complete until you add The Chester Biergarten. The outdoor space, which is an extension of the trendy Gansevoort Hotel, is great for a casual after-work drink with friends. Come thirsty, leave happy.
The Chester, 18 Ninth Avenue (between W. 12th and 13th street); 646-253-2284.
Photo: Via @afrancor.
The Standard Biergarten
Hidden under the High Line, this venue is surprisingly affordable and über trendy. The space comes complete with ping pong, food, and, you guessed it: beer! While The Standard may not resemble most traditional German beer halls, it's still a must visit for biergarten neophytes. The weekend lines just go to show, it's worth the wait.
The Standard, 848 Washington Street (at 13th Street); 212-645-4100.
Photo: Via @misslaranyc.
Loreley
Have you ever longed to pop over to your local biergarten, only to come to the cold realization that it's the middle of winter? Well, the folks at Loreley have you covered. Their large outdoor space is fully heated — so you can cozy up and enjoy your schnitzel, whatever the season.
Loreley, 64 Frost Street (at Meeker Street); 718-599-0025.
Photo: Courtesy of Loreley.
Clinton Hall
Fidi finally has its own biergarten — 4,000 square feet of it to be exact. And every week its draft list changes up, keeping visitors on their toes (so they never get beer-bored). With a rustic feel and classic German eats, you'll never have to ask yourself: To beer or not to beer?
Clinton Hall, 90 Washington Street (at Rector Street); 212-363-6000.
Photo: Courtesy of Clinton Hall.
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