Bar & Pub · South East Seneca

The H&E Bar

The best little bar in Burdett — cold beer, pool table, jukebox, live music, and good people since day one.

Burdett, NY
Open Daily
~5 min from Watkins Glen
Pool Table & Jukebox
Live Music Sundays
4.8 Stars on Google

The H&E Bar

The H&E Bar is Burdett's neighborhood institution — a laid-back, locals-first pub right in the heart of the village on Willow Street. Newly renovated and better than ever, it's the kind of place that feels lived-in and welcoming the moment you walk through the door. Cold beer, a pool table, a jukebox, friendly bartenders, and a front porch made for watching the world go by.

Don't let the simple setup fool you — the H&E has one of the highest-rated atmospheres in the area with a 4.8 on Google and a loyal crowd that comes back week after week. There's no kitchen, but the Hungry Burd down the street delivers right to the bar, so you can eat well while you play pool. It's a Burdett right of passage and a genuine South East Seneca gem.

Live music on Sunday afternoons adds another reason to make it your afternoon stop — Father-Son duos, local singers, and regional acts have all graced the H&E stage. It's the kind of place that wine trail visitors stumble into and end up staying far longer than they planned.

Our Story

Every great wine trail needs a great dive bar — and the H&E is ours. It's unpretentious, it's friendly, and it's exactly what you need after a long day of tastings. The pool table is always going, the jukebox is always on, and Boomer and the crew behind the bar make everyone feel like a regular from the first visit.

That giant beer can on the roof is not subtle, and it shouldn't be. The H&E doesn't try to be anything other than exactly what it is — the best little bar in Burdett. If you haven't been yet, you're missing one of the most authentic spots on the east shore of Seneca Lake.

— South East Seneca

What to Expect

Cold Beer & Good Drinks

A full bar with cold draft and bottled beer, spirits, and cocktails at honest prices.

Pool Table & Jukebox

A proper bar setup — pool table, jukebox, and a relaxed atmosphere that never takes itself too seriously.

Live Music Sundays

Local and regional musicians on Sunday afternoons — a great reason to linger before the week starts.

Front Porch Seating

A covered front porch on Willow Street — perfect for warm evenings in the village.

Friendly Staff

4.8 stars on Google for a reason — the staff makes everyone feel welcome from the first visit.

Hungry Burd Delivery

No kitchen on-site but the Hungry Burd food truck delivers right to the bar — eat well while you play pool.

What's Pouring

A full bar with cold beer, spirits, and cocktails — all at honest, neighborhood prices. No pretense, no fuss.

Tips for Visitors

  • Sunday live music runs 5–7 PM — a perfect way to wind down a Finger Lakes weekend.
  • No kitchen on-site — order from the Hungry Burd food truck which delivers right to the bar.
  • Bring cash for the pool table and jukebox — good old-fashioned bar fun.
  • Right on Willow Street in the village of Burdett — easy to find, impossible to miss with that beer can on the roof.
  • One of the most welcoming bars in the region — locals and visitors mix effortlessly here.
  • About 5 minutes north of Watkins Glen — a great last stop or first stop on a wine trail day.

Events & Happenings

Every Sunday · 5–7 PM

Live Music

Local and regional musicians every Sunday afternoon — Father-Son duos, solo acts, and more. A great way to end the weekend right.

Weekly

Daily

Pool Table & Jukebox

Always in action — grab a cue, feed the jukebox, and settle in. The H&E's pool table is one of the most-used in the region.

Daily

Seasonal

BBQ & Community Events

The H&E hosts occasional BBQ events and community gatherings throughout the year — follow on Facebook for announcements.

Seasonal

Daily

Front Porch Season

The covered front porch on Willow Street is open all season long — cold drink in hand, good company around you, village life rolling by.

Daily

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