Revdict.

Stout NYC

Bar · 215 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001, United States · United States

4.3 on Google · 3,657 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Clean

Completed Jul 19, 2026 · 74 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

1,000 reviews examined

Google rating
4.3★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.4★

926 examined reviews

Flagged
7%

74 of 1,000

Coverage
27%

1,000 of 3,657 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Stout is a large, multi-level sports bar located near Madison Square Garden that draws big crowds for games, concerts, and events. Reviewers report an energetic atmosphere with an extensive selection of beers and solid pub food, though experiences can vary significantly with heavy crowds.

+ Repeated strengths

Atmosphere & Sports Viewing

Reviewers frequently highlight the energetic sports-centric vibe, multiple levels, and great setup for watching games or events near MSG.

3 supporting reviews

3★ · 2023-03-18

Huge trendy sports bar. Decent food and drinks. Right across from MSG, so mostly those waiting to go or coming from the arena. Packed on big game nights

5★ · 2023-04-20

Crowded but great spot for Knicks or Rangers game if you can get a spot!

5★ · 2026-07-04

If you’re an F1 fan in NYC, Stout on 33rd Street is the place to be on race day. Whether it’s a sunrise start or a late-night Grand Prix, this spot delivers an exceptional viewing experience with the perfect mix of energy, comfort, and hosp...

Drink Selection

The establishment is praised for offering an extensive draft and craft beer list alongside a solid cocktail selection.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2023-03-26

Great bar in midtown, good selection and plenty of space. Plays F1 with sound as well!

4★ · 2025-09-07

I had a great time here for dinner and drinks! The beer menu is HUGE, and I loved the selection of local craft options. The food was really tasty—especially the Baja Fish Tacos, which were my favorite. The only downside was that the service...

Food Quality

Many guests enjoy the classic pub fare, specifically highlighting items like burgers, wings, and fries.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2023-03-27

Great bsr to have a quick drink and watch the games. Get the Angry Burger it's outstanding.

5★ · 2025-08-06

We popped in for the Angry Burger, and it blew us away – truly top‑notch! The patty was juicy and perfectly cooked, drenched in just the right amount of buffalo hot sauce and topped with tangy Maytag blue cheese and crispy onions that added...

− Repeated complaints

Noise Levels

Multiple reviewers note that the venue gets deafeningly loud, making it difficult to hold a conversation.

1 supporting review

5★ · 2026-04-09

Emily was a great bartender and even on a busy night worked professionally and efficiently

Inconsistent Service

Reviewers report that service can be slow, inattentive, or disorganized during peak times and crowded events.

3 supporting reviews

3★ · 2023-03-15

Food was good, but the wait staff was very inattentive. Was missing a set of utensils, forgot to give one of us water, rice was missing from one of the meals, order of fries was missing and had to be re-requested when the waitress finally r...

3★ · 2023-04-27

Great divey bar, if you’re looking for something simple. I’m sure a lot of memories are made here and went here to watch a hockey game with friends. The drink service was a little bit slow and had to track down our waiter a couple times bu...

2★ · 2026-06-15

Unfortunately, we did not have a good time here. Way more staff were required and the manager had a terrible attitude.

Crowds and Seating

The bar frequently hits capacity or becomes overcrowded, leading to long waits and frustrating interactions at the door.

2 supporting reviews

1★ · 2024-05-31

Horrible, don’t go here to watch a rangers game… the rude staff will say they hit “capacity” and won’t let you inside… go to American whiskey instead

5★ · 2026-07-13

Great spot to catch all of the World Cup action. We squeezed in to watch the England v Norway game ...and the service was great along with the atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit to enjoy a pint and your favorite spectator sport. CHEERS!

Good for

  • Pre-gaming or watching sports games near Madison Square Garden
  • Sampling a wide variety of beers on tap
  • Hosting large group gatherings or private events

Avoid if

  • You want a quiet environment where you can easily talk
  • You dislike massive crowds and busy venues
  • You expect consistently fast, personalized table service on busy nights
Summarized from 533 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2023-03-15 to 2026-07-19 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Mar ’23162
Apr ’23351
May ’23290
Jun ’23210
Jul ’23201
Aug ’23330
Sep ’23270
Oct ’23310
Nov ’23253
Dec ’23300
Jan ’24260
Feb ’24140
Mar ’24250
Apr ’24102
May ’24273
Jun ’24150
Jul ’24190
Aug ’24131
Sep ’24200
Oct ’24202
Nov ’24341
Dec ’24262
Jan ’25220
Feb ’25220
Mar ’25222
Apr ’25180
May ’25281
Jun ’25240
Jul ’25191
Aug ’25201
Sep ’25270
Oct ’25221
Nov ’25121
Dec ’25221
Jan ’26183
Feb ’26201
Mar ’26255
Apr ’265316
May ’26353
Jun ’26327
Jul ’264313

Rating distribution

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Evidence

  • burst 9 five-star reviews on 2026-07-18 vs avg 1.4/day weight 1
  • low activity account 66 reviews flagged weight 0.8
  • generic account 3 reviews flagged weight 1

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 74 flagged reviews.

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mirna torres

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-07-18

Everything was great, but what really made our visit special was our host, Evelyn. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming from the moment we arrived until the moment we left. Her excellent service made our experience even better. Thank you, Evelyn!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Carlos Francisco Morlas

1 review

★★★★★

2026-07-18

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Estee Ng

1 review

★★★★★

2026-07-18

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Ainsley White

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-07-18

Always a fantastic time at Stout. Great staff, great drinks, great atmosphere. Shoutout to Emily for giving us a great experience during the World Cup!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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B B

175 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2023-11-06

great bar, had a snack at the bar, drank local US beers while watching live sport at the bar, nice friendly staff. recommended. visiting from australia. thanks
generic account suspicion 85
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Josh Friedman

299 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2024-05-24

Elizabeth, Gail and Stephanie were very helpful in terms of letting me set up a big group outing here. Night of, Damien and Maria made sure we all had a great time. Shoutout too to Cynthia, always hooks it up for Ranger games! Food and drinks were all on point and reasonably-priced. This place is...
generic account suspicion 85
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Leo Finkel

37 reviews · Local Guide

★★★★★

2026-06-26

Best place to watch games. The main floor literally has TVs in the middle like a Jumbotron. Great vibes. Wings are average tho
generic account suspicion 85
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Michelle Horan

activity unknown

★★★★★

2026-07-18

Kayleigh took care of my friend and I and did such a great job! Our food and drinks came out quick, and everything tasted great! Very fun vibes and great service to go with it!
burst suspicion 80
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Amy Welsh

activity unknown

★★★★★

2026-07-18

Our server Kayleigh was absolutely amazing. Such great service, so kind and timely. She had great recommendations for food and drinks. Truffle fries were absolutely amazing sliders too were so good. Overall a great experience with Kayleigh as our server
burst suspicion 80
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Brandon

activity unknown

★★★★★

2026-07-18

Visited during the rain for a couple drinks and had a great convo with Gaston
burst suspicion 80

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