Upstate is small, friendly, and definitely a beer bar. If you love craft beer and good oysters, then this jovial, intimate spot is a great addition to your list of places to hit. It helps that the food is fantastic as well, but don’t even worry about that yet.
Located in the East Village, the restaurant has maybe ten tables and eight seats at the bar, with not a whole lot of space to navigate in between. But it’s brighter than you might expect, and while not exactly a hipster hangout, it has a casual atmosphere that leads to good conversation and lots of laughter.
The Deal:
For $12 you get a half dozen oysters and a craft beer. The offer runs from 5-7 and the oysters you can choose vary day by day. It’s a good deal though, and if you sit at the bar, you’re likely to strike up a conversation with the bartender, a neighboring guest, or someone online for the restroom.
The Location:
Upstate is at 91 1st Avenue between 5th and 6th St. And they’re generally open until about 11pm.
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