Famous Buck's Tavern

1836 Capitol Trail, Newark
(302) 286-7024

Recent Reviews

Audrey H.

This is literally the worst bar I've ever been to in my entire life. Their food is way overpriced, their entire staff is rude and disrespectful, and they are unfair. They held a costume contest last night in which a bartender would hand you a ticket to enter....well several people strolled in at 11 right as it was about to get judged claiming that they knew a bartender and already had a ticket to enter. I will never set foot in this establishment ever again and I will make it my personal mission to discourage others from doing so as well.

M T.

Ended up here after a bit of a barhop. Should have started here and stayed. Our bartender, Shaun, was fantastic and knowledgeable about the menu. We tried a few great things we would have overlooked had we not been talking to him. The beer menu has a good variety. Lots of IPAs (that's the popular thing these days). I'm more of a stout man and aside from the tradtional Guinness, they have a s'mores milk stout that was amazing and probably the best beer I've had since moving to PA last year. Kildare's is definitely my new favorite place to grab a drink and some bites.

Sarah C.

Kildares recently switched their dress code. I (dressed "appropriately") (bodysuit that had spandex cut high up my thigh) asked if they had their rules posted on the outside of their restaurant, as they were not letting my friends in. They said no and the one bouncer prompted me to ask a manager and pointed his manager out to me. I approached the manager and asked about the dress code and if it was posted. The manager told me the dress code wasn't posted and I asked how we were supposed to know about the rules. I was tired, I wasn't raising my voice at him i was just just wanted to be with my friends for the night and he frustratingly answered " I'm f***ing tired of answering this from other people" and then he screamed "f*** this I dealt with ten people before you with the same question!" Ten was too many for management. Extremely unprofessional and horrible. Telling everyone that know about how awful Kildare's management was. The regulars (dark haired cover taker/hostess and bouncer) were fine as always but the manager was a straight a******* Buzz cuz red/brown short haired man. I've gone here for three years and after the way I was treated tonight I'm never going back and am going to actively tell people that their new management and practices are obviously not handled well Thanks to the people listed above and Dave (blonde haired bartender/barback) and phil (brunette) are always nice and courteous. F***the management here for the way they've treated people day and night. This kind of "dress management" alongside their disregard for "causal" sexually exuded actions is ridiculous. This place had turned into a place for people to get assaulted verbally and physically. This is why Landmark crumbled

Sarah C.

Kildares recently switched their dress code. I (dressed "appropriately") (bodysuit that had spandex cut high up my thigh) asked if they had their rules posted on the outside of their restaurant, as they were not letting my friends in. They said no and the one bouncer prompted me to ask a manager and pointed his manager out to me. I approached the manager and asked about the dress code and if it was posted. The manager told me the dress code wasn't posted and I asked how we were supposed to know about the rules. I was tired, I wasn't raising my voice at him i was just just wanted to be with my friends for the night and he frustratingly answered " I'm f***ing tired of answering this from other people" and then he screamed "f*** this I dealt with ten people before you with the same question!" Ten was too many for management. Extremely unprofessional and horrible. Telling everyone that know about how awful Kildare's management was. The regulars (dark haired cover taker/hostess and bouncer) were fine as always but the manager was a straight a******* Buzz cuz red/brown short haired man. I've gone here for three years and after the way I was treated tonight I'm never going back and am going to actively tell people that their new management and practices are obviously not handled well Thanks to the people listed above and Dave (blonde haired bartender/barback) and phil (brunette) are always nice and courteous. F***the management here for the way they've treated people day and night. This kind of "dress management" alongside their disregard for "causal" sexually exuded actions is ridiculous. This place had turned into a place for people to get assaulted verbally and physically. This is why Landmark crumbled and Kildares will too

Ashley M.

Recommended this bar by a friend - Stopping in town for the weekend. Unfortunately, the staff was unfriendly and the drinks were were weak. Disappointed.

Erin W.

The new dj is awful especially on wednesday nights but great bartenders make the music less painful. Nobody in their right mind listens to club music on wednesday nights. I want to give a shout out to phil dave, jordan, and baiyo we love you!! You make kildares worth coming to!

Honest A.

The food is okay, but nice drink menu. Staff seems very friendly and a decent sized place. I'm willing to up my rating to 4 stars if they put a lock in the bathroom. Two stalls and no locks in the women's room. How can they possibly think that's okay? Other than that, I'd say a good place to hangout and drink and if you are really hungry, it's decent enough to grab something

Diane R.

LOVE Kildare's. Since the change in ownership it is so much better! Ate there last night with friends. We had a reservation and requested a quiet table- and got it. Our waitress Sophia was excellent- she went out of her way for us. Food was fabulous- we especially love the brussel sprouts appetizer. The Ploughman is delicious too. Overall a great local pub that we can walk too. Bravo.

Chris Young

John is a good bartender

April Gambacorta

Great local spot...5 stars all the way!

Theresa L.

Loved the authenticity! Great place to hang and watch a soccer game. Very friendly staff and patrons

Cheyenne D.

Terrible service. I graduated from West Chester University and have experienced racism at this bar multiple times. The management consistently treats the black costumers like outsiders. Last night I witnessed my friend get kicked out the bar for doing something white costumers were doing also. Additionally the security and managers was extremely rude. After telling management about the inequality he said he knows and does not care. I spent over 100 dollars in that bar last night. Completely unacceptable

Jason Mossop

Awesome place , play pool watch sports, even had our Fantasy Football draft party here. Great team.

Coco Puff

Great staff drink's inexpensive and a friendly place to go

Stephanie G.

Was here the other weekend and my experience was a 20/10. My waitress's name was Paige and she was outstanding. She was so sweet and attentive. 100% coming back and requesting her!

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