Spring Lounge: Nolita’s Shark Bar and Its All-Day Happy Hour
Spring Lounge, better known as the Shark Bar for the stuffed sharks hanging over the taps, is a beloved Nolita dive that opens at 8am and doesn’t close until 4am. It’s a no-frills, community-first neighborhood joint whose motto — “Life is short. Drink early.” — tells you exactly what you’re in for.
Expect a jukebox, a rowdy crowd on Knicks nights, and zero pretension. This is a classic New York corner bar that’s outlasted decades of trends, still pouring cold drafts and cheap well drinks to a mix of regulars, service-industry folks, and in-the-know visitors.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour runs Monday through Friday, 5 to 7pm, with $1 off all draft beers. Free hot dogs come out Wednesdays at 5pm — they’re cooked in beer and go quickly, so arrive early. Free bagels turn up on Sunday afternoons.
The Room
A dim, narrow dive plastered with shark memorabilia, a jukebox in the corner, and stools that fill up early. It gets loud and packed for big Knicks and Rangers games, and the energy is pure old-school downtown.
Who Spring Lounge Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| After-work pint | The 5-7pm weekday happy hour drops $1 off drafts for an easy post-work stop. |
| Free hot dog Wednesday | Beer-cooked hot dogs come out free at 5pm — a Nolita ritual worth timing. |
| Game day | Sharks on the walls and a loud crowd make it a fun spot to catch the Knicks. |
| Early drinker | Doors open at 8am, so it’s one of the rare downtown spots for a morning beer. |
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Spring Lounge FAQ
When is happy hour at Spring Lounge?
Monday through Friday from 5 to 7pm, with $1 off all draft beers.
Are the free hot dogs really free?
Yes — free hot dogs (cooked in beer) come out Wednesdays at 5pm, but they run out fast, so get there early.
Why is it called the Shark Bar?
Spring Lounge is nicknamed the Shark Bar for the stuffed sharks mounted above the bar; the sign says Spring Lounge but everyone knows it by the sharks.
What are Spring Lounge’s hours?
Monday through Saturday, 8am to 4am, and Sunday from 10am to 4am.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Spring Lounge before visiting for a specific deal.