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The Magician.

Worth it, says Antonina. The Magician pulls off a budget-friendly trick in a city where drinks can be pricey.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best happy hours on the Lower East Side
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It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.

Best happy hours on the Lower East Side

No. 5 on that list2 min from the subway
Worth it
  • Cost$6 drinks
  • SubwayF, J, M, Z to Delancey St-Essex St, 2 min
  • Address118 Rivington St, New York, NY 10002
  • Health gradeB, city inspection
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

The Magician pulls off a budget-friendly trick in a city where drinks can be pricey. With a can’t-miss happy hour from 5 to 8 PM daily in the Lower East Side, you get select well liquor, draft beer, and wines for just $6 each. It’s a wallet-friendly option with attentive bartenders and ample seating, making it one of the best LES happy hour spots to start the night.

Something to know. The Magician is sister-bars with Tile Bar, which is a little further north and has one of the best happy hours in the East Village.

Unpopular opinion. I’ll die on this hill, you haven’t really experienced NYC food culture until you’ve tried Table of Contents. LES Happy Hour Spots.

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The Magician

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