Other Half Brewing - Rockefeller Center Taproom

Nice place. Forever ever nice to start. No controversy here. Refreshing. Can really feel yeast is well alive unlike sterilized canned beer. Also had higher alcohol content alike Double Nectaron Daydream with 8.5%. Felt the buzz. Deceptively tasty. Chic drink? Nope unisex well-liked for most tastebuds. Also had dark one. Not universally liked. Texture syruppy. I liked it. Quite different but others mixed reviews. No wander bartender offered tasting before ordering for 4. The place does have TV, so possibly watching MLB playoff. But more of midtown place to hang out after work. Got really crowded. Tough to get table, seat or even standing room.

First time in this location and we loved it. The IPA’s are outstanding and the sour was great too. The place isn’t that big, but they spread things out nicely. Great overall vibe and even better beers. If you’re anywhere nearby, do yourself a favor and stop in to Other Half.

Had a great time with the whole fam - good hazys, a great vibe, nice seating options based on what you are feeling. We were sitting there with a little kid stomping around with dinosaur toys and not a single person batted an eye. Really good vibes all around. Friendly people inside from the staff to the patrons. Would highly recommend if touristing around the area or if you are just touring the city looking for great spots to enjoy a pint.

Nice clean tap room, good selection of beers of high-quality as expected from other half brewing. Nice midtown location can pop in when everyone else is sightseeing. I recommend the session IPA

Love OH beers so was excited to try their new taproom at the Rockefeller Centre. Had 3 incredible TIPA’s and loved that they offer different pour sizes so you can try a few beers without having a sore head. Visited for the last 3 years. Great taproom with quality staff The prices were great for the quality that you get and the staff all were great and made sure the beer was pouring for us both.

Solid brewery near Rockefeller Center! I like how it’s tucked away from tourist spots. The space is way smaller than the one in Domino Park but plenty of beer options to choose from. If you’re a hazy IPA person like me, this is your place. Most of their drafts are IPAs. Had the Cheddar and Big Citra Vibes, and the Cheddar was my preference, a bolder profile than the Big Citra Vibes. No food available but you can bring pizza from next door or any other outside food. You can also buy beer packs if you’re not planning to drink it there. Definitely a great spot to catch up with friends or go on a date!

Loved every bit of this place. The beers were spectacular right in the heart of midtown 🙏💯❤️ Favorites were the IPAS but there was one in particular. The munchies , daydream and one more I forget. The beers were absolutely spectacular- loved it and enjoyed

My happy place in NYC to taste some of the best beers in the land! Alex and crew were pouring some new great one’s like Blue Crab and HDHC Nothing But Net. Cheers 🍻

First off, the staff here is AWESOME. Truly awesome guys when I went here with some family. Amazing selection of beers both on tap and canned. I liked the overall aesthetic, typical brewery/industrial look. What I knocked off a star was for their liquor pours. Never in my life have I been served a 1 ounce pour. Industry standard is 1.5 at the minimum. If I'm paying $20 for whiskey on the rocks, it should be at least 1.5oz

The brewery that I tried the most beer from while in New York was Other Half Brewing. I made sure to take full advantage of two of their locations, both the Rockefeller Center and the Gowanus Neighborhood. Lucky for me, it was also the week they were celebrating the New Zealand hop harvest, so not only did I get to enjoy some great IPAs and Stouts that they already had on draft, but also some of the freshest NZ IPAs out there. While in Rockefeller Center I had: Top of the Broc: Hazy IPA with Citra, Citra Incognito, Cashmere, and Strata Domino 4th Anniversary: A Triple IPA with Citra, Motueka, and NZH109 Shades of Pink: A Barrel Aged Saison Conditioned on Sicilian Lemon and Blueberry Wine Hop Duos! Citra + Galaxy: A IPA brewed with Citra and Galaxy BA Double Sunset - Cloud Cover Layo Teraga: A Bourbon Barrel Aged Imperial Stout with Cloud Cover Coffee and Vanilla Helles: A Helles from Dovetail Brewery Gouda: An Imperial IPA with Citra, Strata, Comet, and Eclipse Double Riwaka Daydream: A Double IPA with Riwaka Solo Exhibition (Manilita): A Triple IPA with Manlilita from Freestyle Hops HDHC Extra Tall Extra Kiwi: A Double IPA with Citra Incognito, Citra, and Nectaron Cryo In the Gowanus Neighborhood location I had: Superdelic Green Nuggets: A Double IPA with Superdelic Hops and Cascade Double Nectaron Daydream: A Double IPA with Nectaron, Milk Sugar, and Oats All Peacharine Everything: A Double IPA with Peacharine from Freestyle Hops BA Velvet Magnum VIII: A Barrel Aged Imperial Stout with Coconut, Macadamia Nuts, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Cloud Cover Coffee brewed in collaboration with Burial Beer _________

Small little taproom compared to their other places, but the beer is just as good. They have a limited amount of cocktails available too. Definitely less noisy and more cozy than for example Carroll Gardens and Domino Park. Nice staff. Avoid after work hours as it can get a little crowded with people just leaving work. Cans to go available. No food.

Cool place. My coworker brought me here, and honestly I had walked by it so many times would never went in because I thought it was a clothing store. Nice taps, I had a hazy, and now I'm going back to work to make some great decisions. I didn't see any food here, but I wasn't here for food anyway.

It's my favorite Manhattan taproom. Other Half excels in hazy IPAs, especially double dry hopped brews that knock off your socks with huge fruity flavors. They most commonly playing with the classic NE hop library like Citra, Galaxy, Mosaic, and Nelson Sauvin. Broccoli is one of my all-time favorite beers (no actual cruciferous veggies involved). 4 oz tasters are about $4-5 and full 12-16 oz pours are about $8-10, which are pretty good prices, honestly. The bartenders are friendly and knowledgeable. The tap room is elegant with a small (fully stocked) bar that seats about six, tables for about ten parties, and standing room that often fills up, usually with post-work businessmen. Lots of pint 4-packs to go.

I've had trouble in the past finding a good craft brewery in Manhattan in the middle of all the pubs (which are great in their own right). However, my brother found this gem of a place in the Rockefeller Center area. A sure sign of a great place in NYC is that it's full of locals, and this place fit that bill. On a Wednesday at 530pm it was full of really nicely dressed people that just got off work. The vibe is busy but friendly. Not sure if they have any food. They do have an impressive lineup of beers, and in my opinion, the best IPAs I've ever had. They are smooth, crisp and without that "in your face" overpowering hops. We did a flight of all Brooklyn IPAs , great to drink local, and they hit hard as many are 8.5% abv. They also have some guest taps, a winter something or other imperial stout was fantastic. Craft cocktails are on the menu too and they look great. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the city.

Small bar with a great selection of IPAs. The tables were round and small but it was cozy for our group of 5. They have soda and chips too, but no other food. It was pretty quiet.. I suppose that is dependent on the makeup of current clientele. I don't remember hearing music. 3 unisex restrooms that were clean. It was the perfect place to have a few drinks while we waited for our dinner reservation.

We love Other Half beer and were exiting to stop by this Manhattan outpost! It's a small, casual spot that allows you to bring in food as they don't serve that but they do serve AMAZING beers. Too many great IPAs to chose from ! We ended up doing a couple of flights which was a great way try all these great beers ! Only thing was I wish they were a tad bit colder - they were cool but not by any means cold! Great playlist and atmosphere- glad to try this place and grabbed some beers to go!

Great little place off Fifth Avenue to get some awesome beer. Had the Sweet Potato IPA. So good! Great service and comfortable atmosphere.

Great spot to escape the crowds and the cold. It was packed, and I could see why. They have a great selection of beer. Its location is stellar, right near Rockefeller Center. Perfect during the holidays when people are in the area seeing the tree, which is how I stumbled upon the location. My beer loving husband was thrilled, this brewery has been on his radar, so when he saw they had a location nearby, we just had to go. The beer selection was good. The beer was cold, and the quality was good. They mostly had IPA's. There were a few other styles, but not many. They also had cocktails, wine, and liquor, so I'd say something for every taste. It's worth stopping by to get a nice, cold beer and to escape the weather and crowds nearby.

Bartenders are great here. Sample before you buy... They recommended Mosaic Dream which turned out to be one of my favorite beers ever, citrusy and beautifully balanced at the same time. In the room, you have some intimate spots, at tables, but mostly it is a typical taproom atmosphere where it's easy to socially interact with new people over the common subject of the creative and delicious beers...my buddy and I ended up meeting a group of 3 (guys and a woman) standing next to us, a guy we passed on the way in, who approached us when he went to the bar and asked what I chose, and then, a group of young women, who approached us (old men), when they went to the bar, squeezed in where we were standing and asked what I was drinking.

Had a couple beers here I've NEVER had before!!! Would definitely return for more. The blackberry cannibal and the raspberry crunchee smoothie were fantastic. They were legit like a blended smoothie but that alcohol hits!!! Second round of tasters was the Oyster and the Wolf Dragon. Both were refreshing and citrusy. The last one was the Broccoli's Axe. Also very good, did not taste like broccoli hahaha. Service was amazing. Plenty of bay seating and booths. Merch for sale up front. Small TV to see the game while you drink. Had we not been flying home that same day, I would've like to take a few of their cans and bottles as they have even more variety in the cooler. No actual brewing done here, so no tour or anything, but they've got the beers!!!

Visiting the city for the first time and my husband had to come in for a flight to try new brews. I had a cocktail off the menu which I didn't love but more so because I prefer my drinks on the sweet side. My husband really enjoyed his flight. Def a nice place to grab a drink and take a break from walking and seeing the sights.

An amazing brewery that's not the largest and somewhat hidden unless you know what you're looking for. They have a selection of beers and cocktails, with a fridge with cans for purchase for home. The sours they had there were excellent. Service was moderately good. Overall nice ambiance.

For any beer fan staying in NYC, this is a must stop beer bar. Manhattan doesn't have a lot of breweries, probably due to space concerns. A few notable ones from Brooklyn and elsewhere do have taprooms, Other Half being an easy one to get to from Times Square or Rockefeller Center. The taproom is around the corner from the Nintendo Store and many other shops. Also, if you're looking for fresh air, check out the beer garden overlooking the rink (depending on time of year, you can watch roller skating, ice skating, or enjoy the Christmas Tree). I thankfully had time for two visits here and each experience was overly positive and completely different. The first was on a Monday midday; it wasn't busy, service was excellent, and there was plenty of space to relax. They have a special flight with two Rockefeller Center only beers, plus two choices for a lower price. You can also order flight sized or full pours of anything you'd like. Prices are reasonable for the quality of the beer. Specializing mostly in IPAs, they also had sours, stouts, porters, and lager styles, most of which are only available on draft at their locations. It's a great place to relax from the hustle and bustle and inevitable constant walking. Bartender Will was especially friendly - thanks for the great experiences and remembering me on the second visit! Another day we went after work time and were greeted with standing room only. My family loved the vibe of the place and wanted to stay a while, eventually getting a table. It's a friendly and welcoming place, everyone seemed happy to be there. You can also do mixed 4-packs of cans to go, choose whatever is available. Prices are also reasonable here. Restrooms are clean and plentiful. They also have outlets around if you need a charge. Select merchandise is near the front counter including glasses, clothing, hats, and stickers. If you're a beer fan and afraid this is a tourist trap, let me assure you it isn't. It's a beer bar for people who love the stuff - the staff are knowledgeable and welcoming. I hope to visit again in the future!

Other Half is one of my favorite breweries and we've gotten to come here on both of our recent trips to the city. It's in a great location right near Rockefeller Center and it hasn't been super busy on both times we've visit (June and early January). Service has been great and the bartenders are very knowledgable about the beer. The beer is fantastic and they really make some of the best beer around. It's so good that each time I've gotten a bunch of 4-packs to lug around the city and bring home. They also have good cocktails and my wife really liked her apricot old fashioned on our last trip. It's a great taproom overall and one that we would definitely visit again!

The first time I visited this taproom was during Christmas, and it was packed. Their beer was pretty good, but it was so loud and busy. I came back to NYC at the beginning of August and decided to visit again to get a better experience of the place. I went on a Monday afternoon, there were two people working and about 10 customers. One employee was super friendly, the other clearly didn't want to be there, and even expressed this to me when he was cashing me out. While I was there a friend stopped in to visit him, they chatted non stop for at least 10 min at the bar while he completely ignored all of the other customers. Then chatted some more at the door before the friend left. If you don't want to be there, don't show or tell your customers, keep it to yourself. After I cashed out and left I realized that I was over charged. I checked my credit card statement, then compared the charges to what my photos showed of the prices on the beer menu on the wall. Sure enough, I was overcharged by close to $10. I submitted a message on their website, which said I'd receive a response within two business days. After five business days of crickets I sent them a direct email. Three more business days passed with no response whatsoever, so I had to file a dispute with my credit card. Why does a brewing company with locations in multiple states and countries have zero customer service? Super disappointed, because their beer is pretty good.

This was a hard to find spot as it is in Rockefeller and Google Maps gets confused but I'm glad I found it. The lines are bit confusing when you walk in. I accidentally was in the take out line for a while as it is not clear where to order. At the bar, they have a QR code with the menu. I got a porter which is my go to which I liked. The bartender was friendly. It was quite crowded inside but we managed to find some space with a stool.

Great beers. We loved the stout and the sour (plum cherry I think). The bartenders were all friendly and helpful. Not only great beers but cocktails too. While we didn't have any, the cocktail menu and especially the mezcal selection were delicious to look at. Interesting location. Very NY classic craft brewery vibe. Laid back atmosphere and customers, totally cool prices, however super touristy area. We were not expecting the relaxed spirit of the place. Some families, some people alone, some couples, some small groups. It's Manhattan and parking blows, but if you feel a walk after work, or a subway ride, it's an easy-going joint to enjoy some time in!!!

A perfect respite from the crowds at Christmas in this area. We tucked in for a few IPAs before heading for Colbert and it was a quiet, soothing retreat in the chaos. Beers were fantastic. We're big Heady Topper, Barebottle and Talea fans and this was right up our alley. Enjoy!

This is the 4th OH location I've visited so far. Hit up Domino Park and Rockefeller in the same trip and have previously been to Centre St and DC. Another great spot for some fantastic brews and friendly service. If there's a specific brew you're looking for my guess is they have it, and it will probably be one of the top beers you've ever had. They do everything extremely well.

I'd you've been to the Other Half Brewery in BK, this one is the exact opposite. Located in Midtown, it's definitely a bit more upscale but the beers are exactly the same. The selection is a bit smaller here but very heavy on the IPAs per their usual. It's a bit small but we found there to be plenty of seating when we visited on a Saturday afternoon. Hung out for a few and tried a couple different beers which they give at a reduced price. They also offer plenty of beers to go which we had to take advantage of since it's not often we're here and the price was right. Definitely recommend visiting if you're in the area!

Been a big OH beer fan for a while and wanted to check out their Rock location. Nice ipas ale atmosphere, friendly beer tenders, and the same great brews you'd find at their other locations. Really enjoy how each OH location brings its own vibe even though the beer is the same.

Stopped in to check on a beer. Had a great time speaking with Jake, tasting a few brews & some spirits. Great spot!

When I used to live in NYC, I loved Other Half. I went to their Brooklyn location more times than I could count, so when I came back to NYC for a business trip, I was happy to see they opened a location near my hotel. Great beers, still! Yeah, the IPAs tend to be on the hazier side, but that's okay with me. Service was great, ambiance was great, and overall a great night at Other Half!

Newest outpost of this brewery in the heart of Manhattan. Pretty busy on an early Saturday afternoon, but still managed to get a seat at the bear. Started off with a small pour of the Over Ripe IPA ($4) - a-true-to-its name ale with heavy fruit notes. Definitely something to sip on by itself. Tried the Blackberry Cannibal ($4) - a milkshake like sour with heavy fruit flavor. Ended with the Sports Ballin' ($4) - a typical heavy hopped IPA. Plenty of other options to try as well, similar to their flagship brewery. Crowd is intense for the afternoon, as the bartenders are plenty busy. Fine spot to get a drink until more people realize it exists.n

Great to have this new craft brewery outlet in midtown Manhattan. Good craft beers are hard to find in this area of the city and Other Half is a much welcome addition. The seating area isn't very large (there are about 7 or tables and a few seats at the bar) but it wasn't very crowded when I went on a Saturday early evening. The DDH Forever Ever is my favorite - hoppy but light compared to other IPAs, with a not-so-high ABV level. They also sell 4-packs of cans to-go. If you're looking for a good craft beer in midtown Manhattan then I highly recommend you stop by Other Half for a tasty brew. Cheers!

Drop by for a tasty beverage when in the city. Many beers to select from but just try them all... you won't be disappointed. We're from Ohio and visit our son. We also, have their stuff shipped to us!

Other Half Brewing Company is a craft brewery that opened in Brooklyn, New York in 2014. It was founded by business partners Matt Monahan, Andrew Burman and head brewer Sam Richardson. Richardson grew up in Portland, Oregon and got his start brewing through Oregon State University's Fermentation Science Program. After finishing school, he moved to Brooklyn and began working at Greenpoint Beer & Ale Co.. Here he met Monahan and Burman who were both originally from the Washington D.C. area. They had a dream to open their own brewery with a simple mission: to create beers that they wanted to drink from a company that they wanted to be a part of. The brewery's name is a reference to the fact that they wanted to represent the "Other Half" of the beer industry. Through a Craigslist ad, the partners found an industrial garage located under the Gowanus Expressway in Brooklyn's Carroll Gardens neighborhood. At the time, that area wasn't so desirable. The land sits next to the Gowanus Canal which is NYC's most polluted body of water. In spite of the odds against them, Other Half's reputation and popularity grew at a very fast rate. In addition to their original location in Carroll Gardens, Other Half now has locations in Brooklyn's Domino Park neighborhood, Manhattan's Rockefeller Center, Finger Lakes (Bloomfield, New York), Buffalo, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. Several new breweries have also popped up in Brooklyn since Other Half opened; the borough has turned into a brewer's paradise. Prior to Other Half opening, Brooklyn only had three breweries. I recently visited Other Half's Rockefeller Center location (which opened in December 2021) while I was in Manhattan to see a Porcupine Tree concert at Radio City Music Hall. I've already visited their flagship location in Brooklyn (and loved it). I decided to stop at the Rockefeller Center taproom for some beers before the concert. Apparently several other Porcupine Tree fans had the same idea as me. One bartender looked at all of the customers (most of whom were wearing prog rock t-shirts) and asked, "Is there a concert going on or something?" The taproom had no shortage of my favorite kind of beer: hazy, hoppy, unfiltered IPAs! I ordered short pours of "Double Dry Hopped Citra Chroma", "Double Dry Hopped Double Citra Daydream", "Double Dry Hopped Green City", and a full pour of "Double Dry Hopped All Green Everything". The latter was my favorite! Afterwards, I checked out their outdoor beer garden which is just around the corner. I enjoyed a can of "Double Dry Hopped Ain't Nothing Nice". Overall, I had a fantastic experience before the concert. The beers were exemplary, the crowd was friendly, and the location is so close to the Times Square area. It's an excellent place to stop before a concert or show in Manhattan. I look forward to checking out some of Other Half's other satellite locations in the future.

The beer was amazing but poor customer service. I wanted to sample a few beers to see which one suited my taste, and after two samples(tried the Chasing a feeling TIPA and tomato factory DIPA) which were just okay, the bartender said to me "we're done with tasting". Very rude. I ended up getting the Ticker Shocker DIPA btw which was delicious.

A small-ish taproom next to Rockefeller with lots of delicious beer on tap! I love the hazy beers they have here. It's nice that they offer small sizes so I was able to order a bunch of hazy's, kinda like making my own beer flight. Also, I don't usually order sour beers, but the Strawberry Cannibal is a must try. Will come back again next time.

Brewery at its best in NYC. There are many other locations all over so be on the lookout. IPAs and Stouts are great. They have many signature beers that are on the menu all the time and change of beers on a weekly basis. There is a decent amount of space for seating and standing room. Can get a good pour and take out. For all the non beer drinkers, there is a spirits section with great cocktails. 100% recommended!

One of my favorite finds yet! The service is always on point and the beer is amazing. So many options and they're always good. Great for a quick drink when you're in the neighborhood. My husband and I love it here!

Came in on a Sunday afternoon. It was cool to see a taproom in the city - not too much of those around here. Quiet and clean space, friendly staff. I'd return if searching for taproom!

Love the new location. I always get lost when I come here though because it's a busy neighborhood but given the location, you'll find yourself amazed by the decors in Rocafeller Center. It never fails. I'm a huge fan of Other Half (spent the last couple NYEs at OH haha), especially the original location but love that this location serves other spirits as well. Staff are knowledgeable about the beers. You can never go wrong with the beers here. Fresh beer on draft and cans to go. Wished they close later than because 9pm in the city is extra early.

Best DIPAs in the world. And I mean the Entire Planet. No doubt about it. Miles above the rest

This is one of my husband's favorite breweries. We still haven't made it to the Philly outpost, and happened upon this one quite randomly. We were looking to find a quiet spot away from the holiday throngs, and almost miraculously we looked up and here it was. It was shockingly not crowded. We sat at the bar- the guys sampled several beers and the bartender made the ladies a more-than-passable margarita and old fashioned. They even gave everyone at the bar a sample of a new brew. Now I know where to send the hubby when I want to shop!

There aren't many breweries located in Manhattan (plenty of cool craft beer bars) but in terms of actual breweries, the only one I was able to find was this taproom for Other Half right by Rockefeller Center. It may not seem like much, but for a cool place to chill in the area, this might be one of your best options. They have plenty of beers to choose from, and quite a variety of cocktails as well. The bartenders are always chill, they have TVs to catch a game, and plenty of outlets to charge your phone if need be, both at the bar and at the tables. I actually ended up coming here twice during my vacation here, just cuz I liked hanging out here so much. I'm sure there's plenty breweries if you venture out into the other Burroughs, but if you're downtown looking for some craft beer and a cool place to hang, this is your best bet in my experience.

I was very excited to get to try Other Half after seeing some friends try their DC location and since the Brooklyn locations weren't easily accessible from where we were staying, this spot by Rockefeller was great. Inside is pretty small and a lot of people standing so it's close quarters with not a ton of seating but we luckily found a spot along the wall. Beers were good but I actually preferred Evil Twin that we had earlier in the week. They had a good selection of old school bottled sodas which was good for my non beer drinking wife. Bartender was super nice and offered suggestions based off my favorite styles. Definitely worth a stop when in this area!

Conviently located in midtown and always fully stocked this is my go to for a can pick up. One star off because its pretty small tho always clean. Plenty of tap choices as well. They feature all types of beer tho IPAs are their specialty.

Big selection of IPA's. Small space next to Rockefeller Center with the main brewery in Brooklyn. Best selection of beer I've seen in midtown. No food but you can bring food in or have it delivered.

Great brewery with a lot of very good beers! Our first brewery in NY and I would recommend it! Offers some great recommendations for un experienced beer drinkers. We are from Germany, so we know how beer should taste and the ones offered here, are very good! No import, only local! Very good!

Stopped in on a Saturday and less crowded than their Centre St location on the weekend. You can get 4 oz pours to try different beers and great to go selections of bottles and can 4 packs to go. They do have a decent bourbon selection and some mixed drinks as well.

Great beer recommendations and friendly banter with the staff. A good pit stop for great beer on way to Central Park.

This is like an oasis in the tourist-filled area of Rockefeller Center. I was surprised to see it, wasn't sure it really existed and felt transported when I was in there. You step off the street frustrated from dealing with the area's congestion when you are reluctantly made to be there because of family. This place helped make my day better just by existing. The fact that it was cool inside and had a place to sit and stiff drinks made it even better. It was a busy Saturday, but we found a place to sit and easily got drinks when we wanted them (you did have to keep going up to the bar for service). The customers were a variety of demographics of tourists taking a break from the madness, plus the few locals we brought with us. There were families with babies, older couples and groups of friends of all ages. It was loud but you could talk to your group. Bathrooms were clean and they had more than 2 so that's a plus. Didn't see any food options but had beer and some liquor so drinks for everyone. The space isn't that big but they definitely make the most of it.

Great little spot for midtown. The inside isn't large but they also have the outdoor space in the space that cuts through the block which is great for when the weather is nice.

Great outpost to have a few beers and to get a few to go. I was happy with the service and the selection.

Incredible hazy IPAs, and they can do a mix of beers to go. This place is right in Manhattan and easy to find and great service.

Great brewery, and even though Rockefeller center, doesn't feel touristy. I'm from Washington heights, live in Brooklyn near their original site, and this is great too. Solid spot for local craft beers in midtown.