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Max Fish

(Now Closed)

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Lower East Side, New York

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Bretton TaylorJuly 12, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Max Fish is one of most competitive bar pool scenes in lower Manhattan -- put your name on the list and get ready to wait! 7' Table, questionable condition.
Tony XerriFebruary 8, 2013
I'd go back just for the bathroom. Sure it has a broken lock so unknowing patrons can open the door only to be introduced to your junk but you know what? That's Max Fish for ya. Love it.
ArtNerdNewYorkMay 6, 2012
Originally part of “Life Underground” (which we all know I am not a fan of…), The Metropolitan Transit Authority asked artist Tom Otterness to remove the bronze “Rat Cop,” as it was deemed offensive Read more
Victoria McNallyJuly 22, 2012
This place makes a great whiskey sour, but what you really need to come for is the Doctor Who pinball machine in the corner.
CompassJuly 23, 2013
Make new friends and kick it with old ones at the bar known for its PBR and whisky shot combo and killer tunes.
The Corcoran GroupDecember 22, 2010
Go before it closes! This bar hasn’t changed in a decade, and that’s a good thing! An unpretentious dive bar with a hip crowd.
Britt HeitMay 7, 2013
This bar is amazing. There really isn't much more to say from there.
DensAugust 29, 2011
Back in the dodgeball.com days, this spot is where the very first "friend-of-a-friend" message actually worked back in 2005 ("Hey, Mona is across the street and you know Mona thru Brian - say hi!"). Read more
a. hirataSeptember 7, 2011
Been here 10+ times
great way to close the night. can't go wrong with $3 pbr and a downtown crowd.
Richard WalkerJuly 6, 2011
This used to be a good place to go in the LES, but lately I have seen the signs of ageism and racism. I was called a deutsch bag because I called Harry the bartender by his name. He had been standing
Anatoly RozentalDecember 15, 2012
Awesome pregame special. $6 pbr and shot. Can't beat that!
The Local East VillageAugust 18, 2011
Alain Levitt's favorite place for late-night conversation. "I do miss Tino and Desiree who used to work there, though." Read more
Jenna Wortham May 26, 2012
Jukebox is free!! Just ask the bartender to hook it up!
Brett ChickeyJune 8, 2013
Cash only! But very reasonable and friendly.
StageBuddyApril 19, 2013
Mention casually to the owner that you know her daughter Sadie, and see what happens... Read more
Dylan NirvanaFebruary 16, 2013
My last band Myrrh used to come here after prac. Um like duh.
Chelsea Mae HassmanOctober 29, 2012
This place is like stepping back into the 90s. Almost got shut down, so appreciate your bartender.
CultivoraOctober 12, 2012
Head to the back for the pool table.
Bernard (Ben) GelukJuly 17, 2013
Don't bring your skateboard. It will get stolen
Chris HFebruary 12, 2011
great jukebox, but never know when your song will play
pablcoFebruary 4, 2015
good fun . late nightlife
sherylJanuary 18, 2010
happy hour is nice and chill. order a $4 whiskey sour.
Greg OryJuly 30, 2013
RIP. Thank you for the good times.
Alexandre TortiApril 10, 2012
Skateboard and 6$ PBR & shot
So' KAugust 21, 2011
One of the best bars in the world
a. hirataApril 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Not a tip, but what asshole categorized this spot as a sports bar?? Must be douchetastic.
Andy MJune 22, 2009
Go to Max Fish and do everyone's taxes in the bar. Should only take a few days and someone might hug you.
Mynette LouieApril 11, 2010
Table by the window was nice and away from the crowd. But the rest of the place was too crowded and loud.
Tom DiMaggioMarch 12, 2012
Free Jukebox!
Lukas WitekJuly 1, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the alcohol
Deep GujralSeptember 6, 2010
Can't go wrong $3 pbr's
Mathieu PlancheApril 9, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Killing Long Islands...
Camille NatzkeJuly 22, 2011
Wanna see a celebrity? Come here.
Diya VijNovember 16, 2011
Eh. On second glance, this place is deutschey.
Daren RFebruary 7, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Music is always right
Xayphet PhongvichithJuly 23, 2011
R:4 Zdtx5(d
Benjamin BrimmMarch 18, 2011
Expensive baby cocktails. Stick to beer.
Divya KamathJuly 23, 2010
reminds me of Madison <3
stephanie hodgeDecember 13, 2009
duh. skaters and drinks. a total no brainer. don't go near this place on saturdays.
Randall NovalJuly 18, 2011
Not as hipster as it used to be. Read more
SeanApril 17, 2010
nice pics on the wall!
Max GebhardtJuly 13, 2010
Get a 3$ PBR!!!
MaggieSeptember 5, 2010
Cash only! Oooops
Simeon KasmetskiSeptember 14, 2010
Don't wear any under wear
George GodikMay 6, 2010
don't get the SoCo & lime
Chris testJuly 31, 2009
I got an awesome beer at Max Fish
JUJUMarch 23, 2011
This place fucking sucks!!!!!
IversenMarch 28, 2010
Bro, bro, bro, bro, bro, bro, bro

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