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    25 Hours, Bar in New York City
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    Star Wine List 2026

    25 Hours

    Long Island City-Hunters Point, New York City

    Bar in New York City, United States

    The Read

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    Why go

    25 Hours is a Long Island City wine-bar pick for date nights, small celebrations, post-dinner drinks, with Star Wine List recognition in 2026 as the main trust signal. Choose it over nearby peers when wine is the point; choose Dutch Kills for cocktails, Panorama Room for views, or Sotto La Luna Pasta Bar for a full meal.

    About 25 Hours

    25 Hours is a New York City venue with a limited evening schedule and a casual dress code. It is closed Monday and Tuesday, opens Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM, opens Friday and Saturday from 8 PM to 2 AM. It also has Star Wine List recognition for 2026.

    Plan around its evening schedule and casual dress code rather than assuming a specific kind of night. The hours, dress code, New York City location, Star Wine List recognition can guide the decision. It is best considered for an evening or late-night stop in New York City when the limited schedule aligns cleanly with the rest of the night.

    A New York City choice for evening plans

    For a special occasion, keep expectations specific. In practical terms, 25 Hours is better suited to plans where the evening window and casual dress code are enough, rather than occasions that depend on a particular meal, seating arrangement, or service model. If the priority is a different kind of night out, compare it with other New York City options such as Dutch Kills, Panorama Room, Sotto La Luna Pasta Bar, The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites, LIC LANDING CAFE, or other venues in the city.

    The schedule points clearly to evening service rather than daytime use. Plan it for Wednesday, Thursday, or Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM, or for Friday and Saturday from 8 PM to 2 AM. Those later Friday and Saturday hours make the venue easier to consider after earlier plans, while the Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday schedule gives a more straightforward evening window. For broader planning around the city, use Our full New York City bars guide, then narrow by the kind of night you want.

    Book it when it fits your night

    The key planning details are the combination of evening hours, casual dress, Star Wine List recognition in 2026. Taken together, those facts give 25 Hours a defined place in a New York City shortlist, particularly for readers who want something that is not framed around daytime dining and who value that recognition. For details beyond that, avoid assuming a specific menu, price, seating layout, or service format unless you check directly with the venue.

    Use 25 Hours when those details match the plan. It makes the most sense when the timing is already evening or late night, when casual dress is appropriate, when the Star Wine List recognition is a meaningful part of the decision. Skip it if your plans depend on lunch service, a full-meal setup, or specific information about pricing, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or group capacity. Readers building a wider night out can also compare categories through Our full New York City restaurants guide, Our full New York City hotels guide, Our full New York City wineries guide, Our full New York City experiences guide.

    The takeThis venue is best for guests who prioritize an intelligently assembled wine list and a calm, scenic setting. The Star Wine List recognition signals that the selection is organized with depth and a readable structure, so it appeals to people who enjoy learning through the list or following a sommelier’s point of view. It also suits locals and visitors who want a waterfront backdrop rather than Manhattan energy — a place to linger over bottles and appreciate curation alongside notable skyline vistas.
    Venue detailsOutdoor Terrace
    Recognition and awards1 source
    Also considerAlternatives
    Bar contextNew York City, United States

    Planning details

    Location
    21-38 44th Rd, Long Island City, NY 11101
    Website
    25hours.bar
    Phone
    (646) 981-3618
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    The take

    The Take

    The Vibe

    25 Hours frames itself as a considered, city-minded wine bar that feels quietly distinctive within New York’s landscape. The writing emphasizes serious drinking and curated intention — a program built around depth and a coherent point of view rather than trend-chasing. Physically, the bar anchors itself to Long Island City’s waterfront, with Midtown’s skyline filling the windows and lending a scenic backdrop to service-forward wine work. The overall impression is sophisticated without being showy: a thoughtful neighborhood destination where the list and the view combine to create a composed, purposeful evening out.

    Best For

    This venue is best for guests who prioritize an intelligently assembled wine list and a calm, scenic setting. The Star Wine List recognition signals that the selection is organized with depth and a readable structure, so it appeals to people who enjoy learning through the list or following a sommelier’s point of view. It also suits locals and visitors who want a waterfront backdrop rather than Manhattan energy — a place to linger over bottles and appreciate curation alongside notable skyline vistas.

    Ordering Tips

    Treat the wine list as your guide: the space is lauded for "coherent structure" and a clear point of view, so take time to read how the list is arranged and use that structure to explore. If you want context, ask staff to explain the list’s organizing logic or to highlight regions and producers that represent the bar’s curatorial stance. Because the program prizes depth over novelty, prioritize bottles or flights that showcase a theme or vertical thinking rather than chasing individual buzzworthy producers.

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Vibrant and energetic rooftop atmosphere with city skyline views, music, and a buzzing crowd.

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelyTrendyEnergetic

    Best For

    Date NightGroup OutingCelebration

    Experience

    RooftopPanoramic View

    Format

    Outdoor TerraceLounge Seating

    View

    Skyline

    At the Bar

    Bar Category
    Rooftop Bar
    Late Night
    Open Until 2am
    Music
    Dj Music
    Live Music
    Yes

    Signature Pours

    frozen margaritas

    Planning details

    Location

    21-38 44th Rd, Long Island City, NY 11101 · Directions

    (646) 981-3618

    25hours.bar

    Recognition and awards
    Also consider

    If 25 Hours is not the right fit

    Pick Dutch Kills if the group wants cocktails instead of wine. Pick Panorama Room if the occasion needs skyline atmosphere and a higher-energy room.

    Bar context

    How 25 Hours compares in Long Island City

    Choose 25 Hours when the night is wine-led and conversation matters. Dutch Kills is the better pick for a cocktail-first plan, especially if the group cares more about mixed drinks than the wine list. For a celebration with more visual impact, Panorama Room is the stronger move because the setting does more of the work.

    For value and ease, match the venue to the occasion. LIC LANDING CAFE is better for a casual waterfront stop than a wine-focused evening. Sotto La Luna Pasta Bar makes more sense when dinner is the anchor, while The Jeffrey Craft Beer & Bites is the more practical choice for beer, bites, a lower-ceremony group plan.

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    25 Hours New York City and similar venues
    VenueLocationAwards
    25 HoursNew York City
    Star Wine Lists 2026
    Dutch KillsNew York City
    2012 World's 50 Best Bars · #352011 World's 50 Best Bars · #38
    Panorama RoomNew York CityNo published awards
    LIC LANDING CAFENew York CityNo published awards
    Sotto La Luna Pasta BarNew York CityNo published awards
    The Jeffrey Craft Beer & BitesNew York CityNo published awards

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is 25 Hours good for groups?

    For group capacity or seating format, contact 25 Hours before going. The hours are Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday from 6 PM to 12 AM, Friday and Saturday from 8 PM to 2 AM.

    Does 25 Hours have happy hour deals?

    Do not plan around happy hour discounts or specials unless you check with the venue first.

    What is 25 Hours known for?

    25 Hours is a New York City venue with casual dress, evening hours, Star Wine List recognition for 2026.