Uncle Charlie's Piano Lounge
Piano Bar · Cocktail Lounge · New York, NY
About
Piano bars where the audience sings along are rare in New York, and Uncle Charlie's keeps that tradition alive seven nights a week. Open from 4pm until 4am daily, this East Side lounge draws a mixed gay and straight crowd in their 30s through 50s. There's outdoor seating when the weather cooperates.
"This relaxed neighborhood bar has a welcoming vibe, with pianists, singers, and other musicians performing regularly."
The happy hour is a solid deal, and the full bar turns out excellent cocktails. Regulars know it's a low-key spot where you're likely to find pianists and other musicians playing spontaneously. The crowd splits between singers up front and shy listeners hanging back.
Located on Manhattan's East Side, it's a short walk from Grand Central Terminal and other Midtown attractions.
Features
- ✓Open until 4am daily
- ✓Casual, low-key vibe
- ✓Mixed gay and straight crowd, 30s to 50s
- ✓Outdoor seating available
Cuisine & style
Good for
Practical
Best nights: Mon, Sat
What people say
Rated from 99 reviews on Yelp · 7 community ratings — we don’t host Yelp’s review text; read the full reviews there.
From the community
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“worth the time”
This relaxed neighborhood bar has a welcoming vibe, with pianists, singers, and other musicians performing regularly. The drinks are top-notch, and the happy hour is fantastic.
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is there outdoor seating? +
Yes, outdoor seating is available.
What's the best night to go? +
According to Yelp, Monday and Saturday are the best nights.
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