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Landmark Tavern dates back to 1868 and has withstood significant historical events, including Prohibition and the construction of the Lincoln Tunnel.
Over its 150-year history, Landmark Tavern has hosted notable personalities like Diamond Jim Brady and Buffalo Bill Cody. Today, it remains a cherished destination, known for a Victorian-era ambiance, warm hospitality and the occasional ghost sighting.
On the second floor of the tavern, you’ll find a bathtub in the restroom with a unique backstory. Legend has it that a Confederate soldier, stabbed in a bar fight, made his way up the stairs and died in that very tub. The tub has stayed put, and some say the soldier’s spirit still lingers, adding a touch of haunting history to one of the oldest restaurants in New York City.
- SubwayC, E to 50 St, 11 min
- Address626 11th Ave, New York, NY 10036
- From my guide, published June 2026.