Marshall Stack

Laidback corner bar with an equally laidback (and attentive) bartender. They had some interesting beers I'd not heard of, and as pictured, a can one of the best non-alcoholic beer we've had (Al's). They also had some goofy little cartons of sake which we didn't drink, but asked to take a photo of one. The place was pretty empty on a Tuesday (May 28) evening.

Great little spot on the LES. Never too packed, always a great vibe. Marshall Stack has an awesome tap line and some really exciting canned beverages too. Don’t miss the spiked coconut water drink SUNBOY.

Lives up to the hype, this is a casual beer lovers bar; great selections on tap, bare-brick decor with some beautiful old lights and ceiling panels. Nothing too 'try hard', but genuine and friendly bar staff. Also, $6 happy hour for Firestone Walker is practically unbeatable in the city. Well worth stopping in for a drink.

Love this place so much, we were in LES for a week and came here almost every day, was a proper welcoming local from the 1st day we arrived. Great bar guys, chilled vibes and good music. Also were even super cool about us being ignorant/not understanding of the tipping situation initially! Hopefully we will get the chance to return one day!

Just beer and wine for now, but what a great selection. Food is dope. Love the duck sandwich and sloppy joes. Bartender Spencer is a cutie pie.

Lower east side is filled with bars but this is the most chill out of them. Really nice bartenders. They offer beer and wine only. It doesn’t get overcrowded but always has people chilling around. It’s a great pit stop during the day and late at night to grab a beer on the go or such.. don’t miss out

Very chill vibe for a quiet drink and conversation. Good draft beer selection.

Went with some friends for the end of a fun night out. Very nice chill atmosphere and had a table big enough to fit 7 of us. The bartender had great customer service even when he got a bit busy. The hard apple cider here is delicious as well!

I'm going to sound ancient, but most of the bars in this area are too loud and too crowded. If you want to chill out and actually talk to your friends, it's very difficult. Enter Marshall Stack! It's low key and you can actually just hang out. Only beer & wine and no food.

Great small, local dive option with the occasional live music performances just like the bars and venues that used to line these LES streets. No fancy cocktails, NO cover charge, NO attitudes. (But remember to tip everyone well!). Recently caught my friend's band, Dmitry Wild and the Spells who entertained the pants off the crowd. Not packed to the gills (which we appreciate in pandemic times). Also, there is a nice personable bartender in charge pouring selections from a very good beer selection.

This is a solid low-key watering hole. Good vibes. But no food. I'm seriously bummed that they 'don't have a kitchen anymore' I used to go out of my way to come here, but now there's no longer a reason. This place had one of the best and only available sloppy joe's in the city. Now it's gone. Wtf happened? Fix this.

Sensational. Excellent beer selection, clean taps. Bar food takes a back seat to nothing or nobody. Pretty sure I overheard the bartender saying he was "going to stab someone with a pencil" one night; I was confused but ok.

Very cool place. Came here post brunch on a Sunday afternoon with friends. They had a nice beer selection and everything was discounted! The place still smelled like brunch, but that wasn't bad. The windows were open and the weather was nice so it was a pleasant experience. It was lively but not overly loud so you could still have a conversation with your friends. Bartenders were friendly and fast. It is definitely worth a visit.

Great spot to grab a brew, listen to some music and past the time away. Folks behind the bar make you feel like you're a regular even if it's your first time there. And plenty of nice pours on tap to satisfy any palate.

Solid bar, with great space in the LES if you have a group with you. Good choice of drinks, and the vibe is super chill. I love the open windows, how can you not? This is a great place if you just need to escape the crazy New York scene and grab a beer. I haven't tried any of their little bites, but I'll definitely give them a go in the future. 4.4/5

My friend and I were looking for a place to have a quick drink before dinner and we came into this little bar on the corner. The menu was written old school on a chalk board and kinda hard to see. We opted for a glass of rose each. The bartender was super sweet, she kept us company while we were catching up. The bar was super loud with people and music, a little too loud for my taste. And the rose was good. It was by far the most expensive glass of rose I've ever had. $22/glass! I overheard the girls next to us talking about a quick bite but we didn't have any food on our visit. If you're looking for a place to chill that's loud and noisy this place is for you. The service is great at the bar.

I love that Yelp informed me 30 somethings hang out here. Thanks Yelp for letting me know where the big kids are hanging out. Even though I am a sucker for a $2 PBR I am also willing to splurge on the occasional crafty beer. At Marshall Stack there is a great list of crafty beers. I especially like that they had Ninkasi IPA from Washington on tap. A little taste from home in New York is a definite plus. And you know the Northwest is huge on beer so we know our stuff. The bar is named of course after the Amplifier so it has that rocker vibe to it. I especially love that they used a poster of my fave Siouxsie Sioux as the ladies room sign 'cause those are the ladies that should be hanging out. I also enjoyed seeing the "KISS" Russian stacking dolls! I could use those for my personal home decor. And how could I not point out the smokin' hot poster of Blondie. Waittttt.....I see now why it's "30 somethings", it's because kids these days might not recognize some of the amazing details. Well I am glad I am part of the cool kids and I will definitely continue to stop on by and enjoy a beer or a glass of vino.

The vibe at Marshall Stack is perfect for anyone wanting to escape life in a glass of wine and good conversation. Leaning against the window losing myself in the rain drops, I realized I could actually hear myself think even though the place was pretty full. Best noise level of any busy city bar I've ever been to. The smell of burnt cheese permeating the place is like their own version of incense. The snack attack will overtake you!

Come for the: 1. Top notch bartenders (knowledgeable, nice, responsive, kick ass) 2. Amazing beer/wine selection (things you've never heard of...be honest, you don't know them all. Stuff you have. Start at one end of the taps and work your way to the other) 3. Great music (juke with kinks, clash, other good stuff. If not a solid selection on Pandora or and IPOD plays) 4. Location is sweet (on the corner, perfect for people watching or letting them watch you) 5. Food is solid for a bar (nothing healthy, stop that...its a bar and the food is tasty) Don't mind the: 1. Tourists, upper-eastsiders, other passersby, walking in, looking up at the menu, and attempting to order shots, rum and diets, jack and cokes, vodka tonics and being told its beer and wine only...followed by the 5 stages of wtf?: A. Confusion: whaaa? no booze? How do I...? What do I...? Is this for real??? B. Consternation: Am I really going to drink beer or wine? Man, how am I gonna dance tonight? Really? Beer and wine only? C. Moral Dilemma: Ut-ohh, I dont know what I.P.A stands for, do you think this awesome bartender will let me try it (YES!, of course he will, just ask). Will these people judge me if I turn and run out (no, no we wont, happens very very often) D. Asking the nice, knowledgeable bartender what is the closest thing they have to Bud light/or the lightest lager... and most of the time... E. The slow wonder out the door while looking down at the cell phone.. AND CUT Leaving the rest of us to enjoy some great beers/wine, listening to some good music, chatting with some interesting bartenders in a pretty chill environment. 2. Fact that it's Cash only. This can be a little tough sometimes. The beers run 7 and up and can add up. The is an ATM there I think if not there are several close. Bring some loot, dont miss any time at the bar ohh, and its India Pale Ale

Delicious beer cheap John is awesome He pretends to be a rude dude but he can't pull it off Stop by for a drink and if it's not busy he'll help you find the right beer for you.

Probably one of my favorite beer bars in the city. While it has been on my bookmarks for awhile, I finally made a trip last winter and have since been in love with this place. If you love beer, this is a spot to check out in the LES. The atmosphere is chill and the crowd is fine. Depending on the nights you go, it can get super packed so make sure to get here early and grab a seat at the bar. There is plenty of space to accommodate nonetheless. There are bar snacks, but I always end up getting a safe and sure bet of tater tots. The draft menu rotates, and I have discovered some pretty good brews. I have been lucky enough to find the Boulder Shake Chocolate Stout on draft here (It honestly tastes like a chocolate shake, and it is one of the best stouts I have had) and some other uncommon beers on draft. The bartender is super chill, and we have seen the same guy the few times we have went. There is a jukebox for a plus. Mind you it is cash only here. Overall just a cool spot for some great beers. Invite some friends, at an unpretentious, low key spot with a legitimate list on draft. For the serious beer drinker to someone who just wants to try something new, this is a great place to check out.

Literally stumbled into this joint and I'm glad I did! First off, great draft list.. everything from Alpine to Pipeworks and of course Local brews. I traveled all over the place and did not see any Chicago beers represented properly; no not Goose Island.. sorry! They also had Alpine on the line; this is a relatively obscure west coaster & also something I did not see anywhere else. The place is cozy, the music is exceptional & the bartender was great; why leave? Maybe the only reason would be cash only & no liquor is served here.... other than that I don't see a reason. Friendly locals and good food really round it out. Must stop in The Lower East Side/ talk later PS- Check out the Marshall Fridge!

Been coming here for years. Amazing amount of natural lighting (huge windows) and selection of beers. Bartenders are great and extremely chill. It's my go to spot in LES for a chill daytime or weekend spot. Highly recommend but not too much! Don't want to make it too crowded lol

Amazing craft beer selection and always friendly bartenders. It's never so busy that I can't find a table with my friends.

Kind of low key for a Friday night in the LES. Perhaps that has to do with the calibur of service... All I gotta say here is that the bartender was pretty rude. I respect that fact that there were other customers to serve, but when I ask "What do you recomend?" and you simply turn and walk away from me....screw you. Not coming back. End of story.

Good beer bar in LES with happy hour everyday. $2 off draft beers and $5 house wine. Just be careful when you order Sauvignon Blanc, which is not "HOUSE WINE", that will cost you $10 a pop!

Excellent selection of beers, including evil twin IPA kolada and mil house cucumber cream ale! Spicy nuts were 3 stars, decent but wouldn't get again. Service is awesome. As long as it's on draft, they're good about letting you sample. Space is great as well, with plenty of windows and natural lighting during the day

I like Allen Street. Like Eastern Parkway in BKLYN, the wide avenue lined with trees reminds me of certain streets in Europe: Rome, Milan, Paris, Berlin. A distant past. A lost connection. I like that from Marshall Stack I have windows overlooking Allen Street. It feels like a window over my long, remote past. And at the same time a more recent past. A past when I was used to hang out in the LES more frequently. A cold night in February. A bachelor party. An impromptu wedding afterparty. Friends who have since long gone. Bittersweet memories. A bit like the beers I like[1]. On a recent visit, I had the pleasure of drowning my memories in bittersweet Founders Red Rye: rich amber in color, with a hoppy punch and a smooth, bitter caramel aftertaste. Unfortunately my memories were perfectly happy to swim in it. And if you want some food with your beer, try the English-muffin pizza, or a Cuban sandwich served on a Sullivan Street Bakery ciabatta. An extra star for the awesome music selection. When was the last time you heard Heart's "Barracuda"?[2] Minus one star because some memories are just a wee bit too bitter. Even for somebody like me who likes his beer bitter. I love you, Marshall Stack. You give me a bittersweet pain. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [1] I'm big on IPAs. [2] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpkitLUbeEg

Dropped in here last night after seeing the Bob Saget show at the Bowery Ballroom. Damn, this unpretentious dimly lit bar has a pretty terrific craft beer list on tap, some tasty munchies such as tater tots and spicy nuts, good tunes from a jukebox, and nice staff. Cool hang but be aware it's cash only. Just a chill laid back vibe to get your drink on. Not a dive per se, but a comfortable spot to grab a table with friends or relax with a date after a night out. No attitude here and the craft beer list alone will make even the snobbiest beer drinker pretty happy. Long bar with plenty of bar stools to plant your butt at, and tables and chairs for larger groups along the window to people watch. One of my fav new spots now for when I am downtown on the LES. Low key and surprising at the same time. Rare Voss on tap? Yes sir, I'll have another.

N and I were literally chilling outside like some hood rats on the bench and here we see M crossing the street. I shouted out to M and M told us to go to Marshall Stack. I never wanted to come here, because it is a divey sort of bar and I heard they don't have hard liquor - here we were and I want to say, this place is not that bad. Service was really good, not sure if it was because A is a regular here, but not as bad as I imagined. We had the tater tots - yums!

Since I get out of work early and work close enough to the lower east side this seemed like the perfect bar to kill an hour. It has plenty of beers on tap and in cask ale with a $1 off during happy hour. Steph had been here about a year ago and suggested it and was shockingly on time! She almost beat me for once. For my first beer I went with penis boy beer or Blanche de Bruxelles. For some crazy reason it was calling out to me. It was light and summery and perfect. I didn't need a second beer and went with a crazy double ipa Brooklyn Blast that I needed help chugging down pre Yelp. But it was delightful as well. They also have board games here and I hear pretty decent bar food and tater tots. This may have to be re-examined because I always find myself at local, epsteins or that lolita place. But this has such a unique variety and its different and it has grown on me.

Came here for happy hr ($2 off drafts!). Service was horrendously slow. The bartender could only handle one person at a time, and disappeared into the cellar for 5 mins to look for a bottle of beer. There are a bunch of thirsty patrons waiting... Selection is definitely not good as when I was first here years ago. I may not be coming back any time soon unfortunately...

This is a beer bar. They have Delirium on tap. (So tasty. So freaking high in alcohol content.) Sammys are reasonably priced and tasty. Ordered the blue balls for our friend's birthday (quite tasty, actually). Had the duck sandwich. Pretty good. Nice space for a group get together. Was NOT packed. Now keep quiet about it so it doesn't get packed. (Please?)

My favorite bar in the LES. Great beer selection and don't forget the menu! Whatever he's doing back there with his toaster oven, he's doing it very well. Go with the duck sandwich and ask your tater tots to be well done.

If you could dream up the perfect neighborhood watering hole, this would be it: extra long bar, great selection of beers and wines, low prices, and the best bar food you could ever want. I love this place. The bartenders are great. Will chat when you want, but mostly leave you be and make sure your glass never empties. The music is always great, but never too loud. I always invite friends that come to my neighborhood to meet me here. You can actually talk! It's the perfect introduction to a night out, pre dinner drinks, or when you've had a rough day and you want to get hammered and eat some gourmet English muffin pizzas. Speaking of food: if you only eat salad, do not come here. The people won't like you anyway. Disco Tots are on the menu. I don't even feel like I need to describe that, it's a quick yes. I personally like to order the After School Special, but the cheesesteak sliders are also excellent. Always meet wacky cool people in here. Would recommend coming alone, actually. Just don't come here if you suck.

Hands down my favorite bar in NY! (and lucky me, right around the corner from my apt) A few tips: -It's cash only. -Great and reasonably priced food selection (try the sloppy joes). -WONDERFUL draft beer selection and happy hour daily (even Sat) -If you're looking for BOOZE or Budweiser ,go elsewhere (good beer& wine only). -It's quite crowded on weekend nights (which, unfortunately, is why I gave it 4 stars). -Good atmosphere. The bartenders, cooks, and manager seem to truly enjoy being at the stack and appreciate good music. What more can i say?....

Where does one go after a show at the Bowery, when they are in need of a good beer? They go to Marshall Stack, of course! We really enjoyed this bar. On a Saturday night, around 9:30, it was not crowded at all. There is a huge old-school jukebox that greets you when you come in. There are tables scattered around and longer tables by the windows, for larger groups. The first thing we noticed was the beer menu. Craft beer snobs will love this place! Do not come here if you want a Bud Light. You are visiting a bar that offers tons of great beers, choose accordingly. The bartender was super nice and friendly. They have Rare Vos (and it was only $7). They also offer food. We split some tots and spicy nuts, both were very good and went well with our beer choices. The music playing is also a great mix and makes you feel like you can kick back and relax. I will definitely check this place out again, especially since considering its location it is not crowded and obnoxious like most other bars.

Beer and wine only, fyi. But a damn good selection of both. I like the low-key, neighborhood vibe here.

Beer. Wine. Reasonably priced, and even better priced for happy hour when you get $2 off drafts. No frills, not very "woo-girl" friendly, and you can get tater tots, sloppy joe sliders, wings, and an assortment of other delectable treats from the guy working the microwave and oven towards the back. This place is nondescript and that is what gives it so much charm. Yes, service might be slow, but what do you expect when you have one bartender working? I get the need to respect the "NY Minute," but despite having places to be, and things to do, when you're here you can't help but unwind a bit. It's a fun and easygoing place where you can have audible conversations with friends and have a good time with a great soundtrack playing a variety of music. Lots to love at this place and I can't wait to go back.

Cool spot with a great beer selection. The place can get very crowded so have a backup place in mind when heading over here. They have some food, but don't expect to get a full dinner.

Great beer selection. Great juke box. Duck club sandwich is awesome. 'Nuff said.

Not a bad place to chill with some snacks. Typical American food with a good selection of beer and wine. If you are looking for mixed drinks, don't come. But it's a nice and clean area, not too loud, and the bartender was nice.

I came here on a Saturday night with a big group of friends. It's hard to find a "normal" bar with reasonable prices in NYC, but Marshall Stack is exactly that! The drink and food menu is found in the blackboards above the bar. There are a few varieties of wine available but it seems like there is a decent selection of beer (on tap and bottle). There is a $15 minimum on credit card.

I don't love a bar that only serves bar and wine. Gimme that sweet, sweet liquor. The (one) staff member working there on Saturday night was sweet as pie, but of course, service was a bit on the slow slide. Where were all the other bartenders? I love the ambiance inside, but this place is pretty forgettable.

Came here on a Saturday night around midnight or so. Was able to get a table, converse, relax, chat will friends AND actually hear what they were saying. 'Twas awesome. Minus the cash only. They should have a sign up by the bar so we know. And they should also serve Bass. I love me my Bass. Guiness, you're a trusty second. I salute you!

I really like coming to Marshall Stack. The atmosphere is nice for a Saturday or Sunday night date, with exposed brick and dim lighting. The bartenders are always decent. I also like the 45 degree angle door. My only complaints are CASH ONLY (wtfffff it's 2012 and it's a bar??) and beer/wine only. However, they do have a really good Gruner Veltliner for $8/glass so that works for me.

This is absolutely hands down, a great, chill, cozy little bar that has not only Great drinks but some yummy bites on their menu as well. It's perfect in the spring/fall seasons when the windows are open and you can halfway hang outside in the nice weather! The bar is pretty small and narrow but it's not the worst that I've seen in NYC. They are totally cool here, and very nice. I stop by sometimes after work and it's always nice to grab a drink. I wish this place wasn't cash only, but they have a great selection of bottled beers and some great selection on draft. One of my friends always comes and drinks Hitachino here. I've also had another friend hold a birthday get together here one time and it was really nice for a group of friends, because they have a few tables that you can grab. It was Super Low Key. Happy Hour is from 4-7pm ya get $2 off draft, $1 off bottles, and $4 wines

On certain nights it can be loud and crowded, but we keep coming back! This is the perfect local bar to just chill and relax. My gfs made friends with the bartenders and they have been great friends since. Most of the bartenders are super friendly. They have a wide variety of craft beer, ciders, ales, wines and more. Happy hour ends at 7 but there isn't much to choose from anyways. If you are hungry, they also serve a great BLT. I like Marshalls and I will be back!

I have been going to Marshall Stack for many years, usually just drinking, but also have eaten a few times. It is a good all purpose, all-season bar. There are definitely some nights there that are better than others, but I never regret going. Sometimes it is relatively chill, other times it is pretty packed. The beer selection is usually pretty good. There are times when I'd like to see more diversity and better beers, but usually not disappointed. I don't drink their wine much, but I think it is solid, especially for the prices.

Solid selection of beers, that change enough to keep it interesting, and aren't outrageously expensive considering the area. They do some sweet ass tater tots and sandwiches in their tiny kitchen, and the Jukebox is sufficiently stacked with songs you would expect from a bar named after an amplifier. It's not usually too crowded, and makes a pretty great first date spot if you want to start with drinks, and then throw some food in to the mix if it starts to go well. Cash only, so keep that in mind.

This place has a large beer menu. I don't drink beer but they also had a great selection of hard ciders for me to choose from. This place primarily serves beer and wine, but they had a mead on the menu as well. The bar is chill, inviting, and intimate. The bartender is super friendly. They have the perfect bar foods, like tatter tots, wings, and grilled cheese. I would definitely come here again.

My group and I went to see a show up the block at Rockwood Music Hall. On the way out, I asked one of the bouncers where we could eat and he insisted we try Marshall Stack. He's a big guy so I figured he likes to eat. I've now discovered my absolute favorite "gastro pub" in all of NYC !! Get the duck breast club sandwich. TRUST. One note: This place is a beer and wine bar but it has definite a bar vibe and feel without the super drunks. In other words: perfect.

Cool spot in central location. Came here with a semi large group (8 of us) and we were able to sit at the front table (it could have held 2 more people). I liked that the windows were completely removed to let some cool fresh air in and allow you to somewhat feel like you are outdoors. The seat was comfy. They have a juke box which appears to work. The table buser was on top of his game. We sat for a while without anyone bothering us, although they did turn up the music really loud at one point and we couldn't hear each other.

This is a great neighborhood bar. They have a chill vibe with good happy hour deals and lots of options for draft beers! We went in on a Friday evening and it wasn't crammed at all with lots of tables and room at the bar. I would highly recommend stopping by this spot

We came on a Monday for Happy Hour & sat at the bar. Nice ambiance and a good beer selection. The bartender was friendly and the music was on point. I'd come again.

Great low key vibe. A great place to start off your night or wind it down into the wee hours. Solid beats bumpin' all night. Meeting up with friends and finding space is not a hassle, yet the place is still dark and sexy if you are on a date. I came here a while back with a crew and my boyfriend at the time. He didn't realize it was wine and beer only, which of course was fine for me and his friends but after about the 3rd bottle of Bubbles he had that goofy wine drunk look. Haha, good times. I do believe one of his friends told me I look just like Claire Danes, and for that lovely comment and the lovely Bubbles we shared I will always have a special place in my heart for Marshall Stack.

When our dinner reservations were derailed by a a 2-hour wait at Freeman's our group wandered into the night in search of alternate fuel. Kuta looked good but had a delay due to a slow-eating drunken private party so we were waved off for 30 minutes. No problem, it's just enough time to grab a quick drink at this nearby nameless corner bar. Sliding up to the bar the place was busy but not packed and we each snagged a stool. The bartender was friendly grumpy in a way that made me blush when I inquired about where exactly we were...Marshall Stack. Hm, strange name. Oh well, the aforementioned surly/jovial bartender quickly poured us three flutes of champagne (sparkling wine) and we proceeded to drink up and loudly gossip about old friends, nemeses, and the general state of our love lives as said surly man grinned smugly and rolled his eyes at times. I personally loved the interplay between our half drunk group of girls dressed in our finest gear, the dead pan bartender slinging beers, the psuedo-divey bar decor with wood paneled everything and tables full of frat boys with backwards caps, a thirtysomething hipster couple playing hearts and an entire Polish family (baby and all) chowing down on pub food. It was a great way to spend 30 minutes and for $8 a glass, I do wonder why I sometimes end up spending $20 on the same drink at stuck up places that aren't nearly as comfortable.