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Best Happy Hour Hotspots Burgers Restaurants in Murray Hill

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Park Avenue Tavern
Classic Midtown tavern with self-pour beer booths and all-day service.

Notable Picks

$$ Murray Hill American, Burgers
Park Avenue Tavern is a polished American tavern near Grand Central serving burgers, flatbreads, and pub-leaning plates alongside a deep drinks list. It’s a staple for business lunches, after-work drinks, and group dinners in Midtown East.
Must-Try Dishes: NYC Burrata, Tuna Tartare, Chicken Sandwich
What makes it special: Classic Midtown tavern with self-pour beer booths and all-day service.
$$ Murray Hill American, Burgers
Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails is a neighborhood bar-restaurant focused on updated American comfort food, strong cocktails, and a boozy brunch program. Since 2015 it’s been a go-to for locals who want sliders, nachos, and drinks in a warm, reclaimed-wood space.
Must-Try Dishes: Nachos, Burger Sliders, Truffle Fried Burrata
What makes it special: Cocktail-focused neighborhood spot modernizing American comfort standards.
$$$ Murray Hill Burgers
The Flying Cock is a lively Murray Hill bar where truffle parmesan fries, house-cut fries, and sweet potato fries are headliners alongside brunch plates and burgers. It’s the kind of place where fries are not just a side, but a centerpiece snack to share over cocktails, sports, and long happy hours.
Must-Try Dishes: Truffle Parmesan Fries, House Cut Fries, Sweet Potato Fries
What makes it special: Sports-and-brunch bar where multiple styles of fries pair with long happy hours.