Pioneers Bar NYC | Established 12-12-12

📍138 W 29th St, NYC
In the Heart of Chelsea, just steps away from:
Madison Square Garden, Moynihan & Penn Station

PIONEERS is steps away from Penn Station, Madison Square Garden, The PIT Comedy Theater, Fishbowl Comedy Room and The PIT Lab… plus Herald Square, the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and the world-famous Chelsea Hotel.

When PIONEERS opened its doors on 12-12-12,  it claimed its place in New York City history as the very first bar on 29th b/t 6th & 7th Ave.

HAPPY HOURS: MON - THURS, 2:30-6PM & 11pm-Close
PLUS ALL DAY SUNDAY $2 OFF!

MEET UP AT PIONEERS AFTER WORK

Looking for the perfect spot to get the team together? You just found it.

Whether it’s a casual happy hour, team outing, or full-on office party, PIONEERS has the vibe to make it a good one.
🍻 After-work drinks
🎯 Games, pool & pinball
🎉 Space to celebrate (or unwind after a long week)

Reach out to plan your next event — we’ll handle the drinks, you bring the crew.
📍138 W. 29th (btwn 6th & 7th)

WE NOW HAVE MS. PAC-MAN
AND GALAGA

Surprise!
This classic beauty is all the way in the back.

Just $1 per play. Challenge a friend, neighbor or stranger (A.K.A. a friend you haven’t met yet).

Cheers, Gamers!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT POOL LEAGUE
with APA NEW YORK CITY

This summer until 9/3/2025 Wednesdays (7-10PM) are Pool League Night, except for Bye Weeks (TBA)

Drop by to buy a round for the winners.
Cheer on your favorite team!

Interested in Joining?
More info here: nycpool.apaleagues.com

WEEKEND WARRIOR OPEN MIC
Every Saturday, 1 PM

Bring your "tight 5: to Pioneers, EVERY Saturday, 1 PM - 2:30 PM
SHOW UP ON TIME TO GO UP!

Reserve your spot, message Shareef Taher on IG —@shareef_taher_haha. $5 cash for 5 minutes
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Also check out mics and improv jams during the week at The PIT

“STAY COOL” WITH A
FROZEN MARGARITA

Try a classic Frozen Margarita or any one of our rotating flavors.

Be careful… the “Brain Freeze” can sneak up on you!

PINBALL IS BACK AT PIONEERS

Rated one of the Top 100 Pinball Machines by Pinside.com, Star Wars is a classic arcade hit sure to delight both serious and amateur pinballers. Just Added… we also have Godzilla!

Ask us about possible Pinball Tournaments in the Future.

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HOURS

Open Everyday
2:30pm – 3am
 

A great spot to gather!
For event inquiries please click
here

@PioneersBar

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DAILY HAPPY HOUR

MONDAY - THURSDAY
2:30-6PM & 11pm-Close

ALL DAY SUNDAY
$2 OFF
(subject to change)

 
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AMENITIES

24 Ice Cold Beers On Tap Featuring Many Local Favorites

Fully Stocked Bar

Hot Pizza & Popcorn

Giant Jenga

Billiards / Pool Table

Boxing Arcade Game

“Top Shot” Basketball

Godzilla & Star Wars Pinball

And Much More!