Loreley Beer Garden: The Lower East Side’s Big German Courtyard
Modeled on a Cologne Brauhaus, Loreley is home to one of the largest heated outdoor beer gardens on the Lower East Side. The main draw is that sprawling, covered courtyard, backed by a dozen imported German-style beers on tap and a full liquor bar.
The food is hearty German pub fare, pretzels, sausages, and schnitzel, and the space is built for groups, with a bookable downstairs party room and a major annual Oktoberfest. It’s a reliable spot for a stein-in-hand afternoon or a big, loud group night out.
The Happy Hour
Loreley runs a happy hour most days of the week. The core deal is $2 off draft beers and glasses of wine, alongside $16 one-liter steins, $29 beer pitchers, $29 select bottled wines, and $6 beer cans. Timing varies: Monday and Tuesday 5-10pm, Wednesday and Thursday 5-7pm, Friday 12-4pm, and Sunday 7-10pm, with no happy hour on Saturday.
The Room
The centerpiece is a large heated, covered outdoor beer garden, one of the biggest on the Lower East Side, set behind an indoor bar and dining space. There’s also a bookable downstairs party room and lounge, making it a natural fit for group events and seasonal festivals.
Who Loreley Beer Garden Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Group nights out | The big courtyard, steins, and pitchers are made for a crowd. |
| Beer garden afternoons | A dozen German-style drafts and a huge heated patio invite a long, easy session. |
| Oktoberfest | The multi-week Oktoberfest is a signature LES event on the calendar. |
| Private events | A downstairs party room and lounge can be booked for larger groups. |
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Loreley Beer Garden FAQ
Does Loreley Beer Garden have a happy hour?
Yes. It runs Monday-Tuesday 5-10pm, Wednesday-Thursday 5-7pm, Friday 12-4pm, and Sunday 7-10pm, with no happy hour on Saturday.
What are the happy hour deals?
$2 off draft beers and wines by the glass, plus $16 one-liter steins, $29 beer pitchers, $29 select bottled wines, and $6 beer cans.
What is Loreley known for?
One of the largest heated outdoor beer gardens on the Lower East Side, a dozen imported German-style beers on tap, and hearty German pub food.
Can you book it for a group?
Yes. There’s a downstairs party room and lounge, and the big garden suits large parties, especially around Oktoberfest.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Loreley Beer Garden before visiting for a specific deal.