Dewey's Flatiron

Chelsea / Flatiron, New York –

A large pub that feels far removed from the ever-congested late-night world of nearby clubs, Dewey’s Flatiron draws a sports-loving crowd for cheap game-day pitchers and greasy, filling bar food.

Seventeen flat-screens on the exposed brick walls display football, baseball, and Premier League soccer, all of which prompt the customary hoots and howls of exultation from fans when a big match is on.

Otherwise, the large joint stays pretty chill, with lots of dudes fresh off work from neighborhood offices chilling with their $4 Happy Hour Buds.

History buffs may get a kick out of the two sepia-toned Battle of Manila Bay murals that adorn the walls, not to mention the one of Navy Admiral George Dewey, of Spanish-American War fame, for whom the bar is named. Twenty-foot ceilings give the space an expansive feel, while extra touches like an antique cash register and a replica of Dewey’s Arch – which long ago stood across 24th Street – add to the bar’s vintage vibe.

There’s ample bar seating on the ground floor, with leather booths in the back for larger groups, while an upstairs section with a second bar plays host to frequent private parties, as well as to San Diego transplants on Sundays since the place is NYC’s official Chargers bar.

Comfort food like gravy fries and jalapeño poppers complement a modest menu of burgers and sandwiches, all of which help make Dewey’s Flatiron one of the more affordable pubs in the area, especially for those opposed to shelling out for bottle service.