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NYC's Best Black Wednesday Bars For Thanksgiving Eve

If friends and family are headed into town this holiday season, you can reconnect at one of the five local neighborhood bars listed below.

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Old Man Hustle
39 Essex St.,
New York, NY 10002
(212) 253-7747
www.oldmanhustle.com

Situated on the Lower East Side, Old Man Hustle is the neighborhood stop locals refer to as "unpretentious and fun." Old Man Hustle is a great place to reconnect Thanksgiving Eve and have a few laughs. This Lower East Side hub is small, illuminated by neon,  with friendly bartenders that add to the atmosphere.

Pete's Candy Store In Williamsburg
The bar at Pete's Candy Store

Pete's Candy Store
709 Lorimer St.,
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(718) 302-3770
www.petescandystore.com

This small Williamsburg hot spot has tons of character, offering free live music and trivia night every Wednesday. Compete with out-of-town friends and show off your knowledge with a game of trivia and a few drinks.

Illusions Hookah & Mixology
3229 Westchester Ave.
Bronx, NY 10461
(347) 263-8986
www.illusionshookah.com

Illusions Hookah & Mixology is a combination sports bar, whiskey bar and hookah lounge.  Located in the Bronx, this unique gathering place offers a wide variety of flavors, aromas and colorful smoke for Hookah fans. It's small and cozy enough to catch up with old friends, but also provides great music for those that want a bit more fun without the nightclub feel.

Mad Donkey Bar
(credit: Mad Donkey Facebook)

The Mad Donkey
32-07 36th Ave.
Astoria, NY 11106
(718) 204-2070
www.maddonkeyny.com

Astoria, Queens is known for its nightlife and of course, dive bars.  The Mad Donkey is famous for their fish bowls and board games -- pure fun, and free peanuts.

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B-Side NYC
credit: B-Side Lounge/Facebook

B-Side
204 Avenue B
New York, NY 10009
(212) 475-4600
www.facebook.com/bsidenyc

B-Side is the epitome of dive bars. This no-frills neighborhood spot in Alphabet City is comfortable and snug with friendly bartenders and cheap drinks. A small lounge in the back houses foosball and the jukebox never gets old.

Post Author: Deirdre Haggerty.
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