What it's known for
The 'Temple of Beer Worship': a monastery-themed Belgian beer bar with murals of monks, lute music and one rule, whisper. Bartenders shush anyone too loud. Beer only (no wine or spirits), served in goblets: Chimay, Duvel, Rodenbach, La Chouffe and American-brewed Belgian styles. Opens 5pm Monday to Friday and 4pm Saturday and Sunday, until about midnight (2am Friday and Saturday).
Between 2nd and 3rd Avenues; Astor Pl (6) or 8 St-NYU (R/W). Small (around 40 people) and walk-in only.
Check opening hours with the venue before you go: they change, especially early in the week.