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The best Irish pubs in New York.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 9 places.

Irish pubs in New York City have found a way to intertwine themselves into the fabric of the city. If Irish pubs in New York. Even folks who aren’t Irish have come to cherish these institutions, many of them old and family-run.

So if you’re looking for the best Irish pubs in New York City I’ll give you a dozen that stand head and shoulders above the rest. From dinner-date destinations to the kind of pub you can knock shots back with bartenders, these are the spots you don’t want to miss.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

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  1. 11th Street BarBar · East Village11th Street Bar is one of the best Irish pubs in New York City thanks to the fun-loving, electric atmosphere.
  2. Connolly's PubBar · MidtownI’m not even Irish, but I feel at home every time I visit Connolly’s.
  3. Molly'sBar · Gramercy ParkPlus, Molly’s is one of the coziest Irish pubs in New York City, and I’m not talking about the warm fuzzy feeling you’ll get from the whiskey or beer.
  4. Peter McManus CafeBar · ChelseaPeter McManus Cafe, among the best and oldest Irish pubs in New York City, holds the distinction of being the longest-running family-owned bar in the city (opening in 1936).
  5. The Dead PoetBar · Upper West SideThe pub’s appeal as one of the best Irish pubs in New York City lies in its extensive beer selection, both on draft and canned.
  6. The Dead RabbitBar · Financial DistrictWith a resume like that The Dead Rabbit is a heavyweight among Irish pubs in New York City.
  7. McGee's PubBar · MidtownEven though McGee’s is a popular tourist attraction, the pub still manages to have an easygoing atmosphere.
  8. Paddy Reilly's Music BarBar · MidtownWith the enchanting music and vibrant ambiance, it’s easy to lose track of time at Paddy Reilly’s, making it a memorable spot to revel in late-night camaraderie.
  9. The Playwright Irish PubBar · MidtownDespite the city’s typical pricing, The Playwright stands out with one of the more affordable Irish pub in NYC.

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6 neighborhoods, Midtown and East Village most of all.

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Chelsea

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 11 Incredible Irish Pubs in New York City (You Won’t Want to Miss).