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Beer Authority
Beer Authority is a craft beer restaurant, serving gastro pub cuisine. With over 80 beers on tap and 60 bottled varieties , the Beer Authority is the perfect place to unwind after shopping, the theatre, heading home or simply hanging out. Ideally located in the Times Square district, the restaurant is located to all major transportation hubs.
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21 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 21 reviews
5 stars
(0)
4 stars
(9)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(11)
- vibrant bar scene(11)
- hot spot(6)
- neighborhood gem(5)
- great for lunch(4)
- late-night find(3)
Beer Authority Reviews List
Review 1 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Came here for lunch one day. It wasn't very busy. I had high hopes for the pub/beer grub type of food.
I went with the fish and chips. I was disappointed with the batter, it was more corn-dog breadlike than a crunchy, crisp shell. The entree wasn't very hot by the time it go to my table.
My friends went with the Pat La Frieda burger at my suggestion and I felt bad when they didn't like it. They requested the meat to be medium but it came way more over done than medium. The bread was also a bit strange, too crusty and dry like day-old or stale bread.
I can't vouch for any other food item but if they can't even get a burger right, I don't know about this place. Maybe better as a drinking place than an eating place."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 2 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Good 4 beer <3er, but over priced.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The location of this place is beyond terrible, right next to port authority, which is probably one of the sketchiest buildings in midtown west if it's not during rush hour. We came here to grab dinner before a show because it was convenient. We had 2 apps, 4 sandwiches, and an average of 2.5 drinks each. Dinner was over $200!! This is a bar next to port authority. We could eat for less on restaurAnt row in better block of the city. The beer selection was great. With a ton on tap and a ton more bottles. But 4 chicken fingers for $10 is a little steep, especially when the are just frozen and dropped in a deep fryer. Also, the baked potato fries were tasteless, so if you get the brisket sandwich, make sure you switch them for regular fries."
Dined on 5/23/2013
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Review 3 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Phenomenal beer selection
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They have a terrific beer selection including a lot that you don't easily find, especially on tap, in NYC.
Food was bar food - gastropub is a stretch for sure. Service was fine."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great beer selection. Good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great beer selection. Good food. Noise level on the loud side."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 5 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I was a rattle n' hum regular,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was a rattle n' hum regular, till they got so popular that I couldnt stand the crowds. I mention rattle n' hum as if you look at Beer Authority's list, it'll look quite familiar. Either RnH opened a 2nd bar, or BA ripped them off, either way, it's not a knock, it's an always amazing selection. An amazing selection, AND reservations on Open Table. To me, that's a combo that cant be beat as I know i'll always have a spot."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Came for a beer release party,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Came for a beer release party, otherwise would not have considered. Our server wasn't aware of the fact that the beer being released would be on tap, when I asked her about it her reply was: "these are the beers we have, I've been her all day and I know for a fact!". Despite her rudeness, I politely asked her to double check. Less than 5 minutes later a new beer menu was distributed with 5 new beers on tap. Again, had I not been there specifically for that beer, we would have walked out the door."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view
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Review 7 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Meh. Great, great, beer selection
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Meh. Great, great, beer selection but I wouldn't eat there again. Very mediocre pub food."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2001
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Review 8 for Beer Authority
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice midtown find.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a great find. Very nice selection of draft beers. Food was very good as well. I had the buffalo wings which were quite meaty and not too spicy, but just enough."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Beer Authority
Based on the average of (13) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.2
/
5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic