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6 of the Quirkiest ATMs You Can Find in NYC: Gold ATM, Beer ATM, Cupcake ATM and More

6 of the Quirkiest ATMs You Can Find in NYC: Gold ATM, Beer ATM, Cupcake ATM and More
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ATMs (Automatic Teller Machines) have always been a common city fixture — you can pretty much find one on every corner, and there’s a full range of available options. From sketchy little ATMs to the brand new ones that dish out food, ATMs have progressed a lot farther than just dispensing cash. In fact, one ATM in Los Angeles distributes caviar while another in Paris dispenses baguettes.

From helpful to frankly bizarre, here are 10 of the most diverse and strange ATMs you can find in New York City.

1. The Bitcoin ATM

Bitcoin ATM in Crown Heights, Brooklyn

The bitcoin ATM is a recent edition to bodegas and delis across the city. While no one seems to really understand how they work, bitcoin itself has become pretty popular over the years. Even the biggest fans of the digital payment system, however, have come to admit that the ATMs are just a marketing ploy, working more or less as “deposit-only” machines.

Nonetheless, there are now between ten to 15 bitcoin ATMs in the city, with more expected to come. Even if there are a few additional security steps, we encourage you to try them out. The most recent edition is at Mario’s Gourmet Deli, on Amsterdam Ave. and 106th Street.


2. The Gold ATM

Located just outside Stack’s Bowers Rare Coin Gallery on West 57th, between 6th and 7th Avenue, this gold ATM actually dispenses gold bars and rare coins at regularly updated prices. Reported as completely theft proof, the gold ATM is one of only a handful in the entire world — and while we’re not sure who’s buying gold from an ATM, they’re apparently very popular and used daily.

The machines, which are covered in 24 karat gold leaf, are all made by TG Gold-Super-Markt corporation, an online trading platform for precious metals.

3. The British Telephone Booth ATM

Located directly at the corner where Bedford and Nassau Ave. meet, this old red British telephone booth very cleverly houses an ATM.

This ATM gets points not only for style, but also efficiency: the surrounding area is filled popular bars and restaurants. It stands right outside of what was formerly Nights and Weekends comedy club, which has since been replaced by One Bedford cafe.

5. The Beer ATM

Photo courtesy Randolph Beer

This self-serve beer ATM is a recent addition to Randolph Beer in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. With the installation of the Beer Wall, 24 different kinds of beer are now available on tap — ranging from a 1 oz. taster size to a regular 12 oz. In addition to their Williamsburg location, Randolph Beer also has locations in DUMBO and Nolita.

If you’re of appropriate age and responsible mind, we highly encourage you to grab a drink. The beer ATM is currently dispensing beverages at both the DUMBO and Williamsburg outposts with the swipe of a credit card.

6. The Cupcake ATM

Last, but never, ever least, this Sprinkles cupcake ATM, located on 780 Lexington Avenue at corner of Lexington and 60th, debuted in the Upper East Side in 2014. With the promise that every cupcake will be fresh, the ATM is open 24/7 and can deliver cookies and up to four cupcakes at a time.

Next, check out the Paris Baguette ATM Machine and read more about the Cupcake ATM.

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