50 Best Irish Pubs near Jersey City

“This place is one of my absolute favorites in downtown Jersey city. The food is unbelievable! I just had a chicken focaccia sandwich that blew my mind. I love the vibe and the staff is so friendly. They also have great outdoor seating in front with outdoor TVs. Inside they have a projector and some well situated TVs, but not too many where it's not over the top. 10 thumbs up.“

“Excellent. Loved the service and the food. My first time visiting from Florida.“

“Local with a bigger feel. Great service and a perfect place to just chill and hang.“

“Loved growing up learning about the San Patricios history. Now it’s celebrated in a restaurant! Nothing quite like eating ceviche, drinking a Smitchwicks, and listening to some great Irish folk songs. Loving the GAA wait staff uniforms too! Great service, great atmosphere and great food!“

“Always promised myself on my next trip to NYC I would go to The Dead Rabbit. I am so pleased I got to do it. The staff the cocktails the food and the decor & cleanliness were A1. Loved the welcome my friend and I got, (even when we were a bit late for our booking) throughout the service from the fabulous servers. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Bloody brilliant 👏“

“Great food, great Guinness, great vibes! Wolfe Tone's was absolutely FABULOUS on Marathon Sunday! Derek was such a pleasure to work with in the weeks before our big day and he and the entire staff took such great care of us and our family and friends post-race! They truly went out of their way to make sure everyone was comfortable, well-fed, and never without a drink! The location is also great, it was easy for everyone to get to and for everyone to go home from (so close to Grand Central and the 6 train!) One of the best pints of Guinness I've had outside of Ireland, such a cozy atmosphere and incredible staff members. Classic Irish pub food, which everybody loved! The classics are classics for a reason, and they were very well done. I’ve also had dinner here on a regular night, and it’s just as good! Great pub fare, generous portions, and a really relaxed, friendly vibe. It’s not just a perfect event spot, it’s a great place for an everyday meal too. I am so grateful to Wolfe Tone's for being a great, reasonably priced, delicious, comfy and cozy place to celebrate post-race. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to host any kind of event. We had a great time, great food and great memories. Thank you so much Wolfe Tone's!“

“Travelled to NYC from London just after new year with my wife and son and researched before we came where to catch the game and this place was everywhere when I looked up places to watch Arsenal, I had to come and experience it and was not disappointed! extremely welcomed by the locals and regulars, beautiful atmosphere and very friendly topped off by the excellent bar staff and of course the legendary Christiano. I could tell just from 1 visit O'Hanlons is a very community orientated bar who do so much for the people around them“

“Excellent food great service! Owner hands on“

“After 10 years second trip back to New York and despite the time difference on Guinness number four at 3am. Great pub, Great Guinness, and great staff. Really busy on a Monday night. Def come here. You won’t regret it.“

“I have very fond memories here, it was like a little home from home for me while I was bi Atlantic for 6 years, working on the same block as the Pig There are lots of “Irish pubs” in the vicinity, although this is the only one that felt like a real pub in the UK rather than a novelty in New York Hopefully I will be back again one day! Thanks for great times when I was missing home 🇬🇧 xxx“

“Great bar. Amazing staff and vibe.“

“If You’re in the area, it’s a good hangout place. It’s good to watch games and/or have a good meal. Friendly staff and cozy atmosphere.“

“Great bar, great food. Love the owner! He went out of his way to make us feel welcome. So festive for Christmas.“

“One of the best Irish pubs in Manhattan“

“We are never disappointed when we stop here when we visit NYC. Atmosphere and food is always fantastic and they make killer Manhattans. We just went for the 2023 Rockefeller tree and the staff was pleasant and accommodating. so happy they were decorated for the holidays. 100% go to in our opinion.“

“Top notch service/experience“

“Came here on Tuesday at opening 12pm. Came to watch the world cup. They have plenty of tvs. Shannon was perfect server. Knowledgeable about the menu and had a great personality. Food was great. Good prices as well. Would come here again for surely.“

“Great spot to grab a beer or drink while waiting for your train. Convenient location right inside the station, relaxed atmosphere, and a nice selection of beers. I had the Allagash White and Brooklyn Lager—both are definitely worth trying if you’re looking for something from the Northeast. Perfect place to kill some time before your train without having to leave the station.“

“This amazing pub is by Central Park, right on 7th Avenue, and conveniently located in front of the N/W/R train lines.

PJ Carney's is an institution around these parts. The staff are top-notch, and the menu has something for everyone. If you need a break from Central Park and want a pint and a bite, PJ's will NOT disappoint!“

“If you’re looking for the perfect local New York bar, this is it. Clean with a relaxed atmosphere and a nice selection of local beers on tap. I even got to meet owner Maggie and we had a nice chat about New York City.“

“Great food, friendly staff and efficient service, highly recommended“

“1st time here.... I'm from NYC(Brooklyn) and was visiting after 30 years away....
Believe u me.... its a must go spot for ANYONE.... Gotta come by say hello and enjoy w/e you want.... Trust the fact that u will tell a friend.
From management to the all the employees. They all make u feel like you're at home. Specially Micky the Mgr. Kathryn bartender, Martin the waiter. Awesome people, gr8 times.“

“Great spot to drink a double Glenmorangie on the rocks after coming from an event at Madison Square Garden, whether it be Basketball, the circus or Wrestling......there can be only one and let it be, Peter McManus Cafe!“

“Best pub in the big city!“

“Catherine is awesome… 🤩 Thank you Michael & Catherine for your hospitality. Home from home!! Great pub for food & the craic..“

“Best bartenders in town. Feels like home. Always a friendly welcome... the atmosphere is always positive and you always will have a smile. Plus great happy hour deals and music..:“

“The Dead Poet hits home for our neighborhood pub, even if it's not your own neighborhood. Set yourself up on the Guinness list for the chance to get on the wall and meet the locals. One teeny weeny feedback idea is to place books of poetry in the sections of the pub where books go. Some Yeats, Whitman, or maybe some Billy Collins.“

“Amazing service and so much history from the day and days following 9-11. I highly recommend everyone come here once in their lives.“

“Everything about it is perfect. The workers are extremely kind and quick, they welcome you like a family. The food is delicious with good portions and very reasonable prices. The atmosphere is top tier, never regret a single penny spent here“

“Great band playing. The Brooklyn Bards. Irish tunes and Rock n Roll. Very high energy! Got the crowd going! The drummer was excellent with two boxes and bunch drumsticks!!!
The lead singer was very talented with pipes, whistles, violin, mandolin and a banjo. Another singer guitarist have a wonderful voice.“

“Mazum is the best! I love this place! Every time I visit the city I always come here. Mazum treats me like family! Great quality food and amazing drinks. Service with a smile and always great.“

“I ordered scones from Mary O many times— they are always phenomenal, and even included the most lovely additions in the latest order when my note on ideal timing didn’t reach her in time. I can’t say enough good things about Mary’s skill and customer service! 💕“

“The Food. The surroundings.“

“Had a wonderful pre-theater dinner here last night. The restaurant has a very cool, comfortable vibe. Our waiter Liam provided exceptional, attentive service. And the food - can't say enough about the shepherds pie. Savory and satisfying, especially on one of the first brisk fall days in the city. We will be back and you should try it too!“

“I’ve lived around the corner for years and finally stopped in a couple months ago to watch the Yankees. It’s great! The bartenders are friendly.

The food from here is killer, too. Did not think the bar food would hit the way it did. I’ve now had most things on the menu. It’s all fire.

It’s my go to bar in the neighborhood!“

“Great local Irish bar. I was staying a week at a nearby hotel and this place had the exact Irish bar feel I needed. I instantly felt like a regular they were glad to see, coming and going. Proper for an Irish place. Good pours on the beers. I was here for the first 2016 Presidential Debates and there was a lot of opinions, but in true NYC style, nobody got bent, no matter how much of a (&%$g idiot the other person was.“

“Myself and my fiancee visited this spot last week on our first visit to New York. Great place, fantastic atmosphere and the two guys at the bar couldn't do enough for us. We will definitely be visiting here on our next visit to New York. Keep up the great work lads.“

“I absolutely loved this place! As a Geordie, I thought this would be a good place to watch the qarabag match and I was shocked at how amazing it is! The atmosphere, the decoration. Just everything was incredible! I would totally recommend to visit if you are a football fan especially a Newcastle United fan.“

“I’ve been coming to donnybrook on and off for years and the bar never fails to meet expectations. Whether you wanna do some work on your laptop on a chill tuesday afternoon or watch a game on a busy thursday or dance in a packed room on friday or saturday, Donny has the best prices and bartenders in the LES. They are always fast and quick to help. Totally recommend especially for happy hour. One of the best deals in the LES.“

“Nice atmosphere and the lady behind the bar was super friendly! Beer was great too, think we'll be back again before we leave 10/10“

“Quiet little pub with traditional irish comfort food and friendly service. We ordered sheperd's pie, a burger and the grilled chicken. We loved all of it and found our server - a tall, young blonde man with a faint european accent to be the friendliest and most attentive service we had all weekend.“

“Food was great, service was amazing! Gerry was our bartender/server - no wait for anything, was on top of it like a boss! 10/10 recommend!“

“What a GREAT BAR! Has a definite “Cheers” feel. Just what any true New Yorker needs, or anyone for that matter! Love this place. Will be back and do recommend. AND EVERYONE HAD A GUINNESS. Now you know that’s a great sign. Proper Guinness house! :)“

“This one one of the only restaurants in the area that served food at late hours. It wasn't anything fancy, but the fact the kitchen was open late made them the best around! Friendly staff and an alright beer selection too. Was a great place to just hang out.“

“I went to The Lonesome Club with my husband and his family on a Friday night and was so pleasantly surprised by the experience! We sat outside at one of the picnic tables (the place was busy, so definitely recommend a reservation for a weekend time). It was very family friendly, there were lots of families gathered at the picnic tables and kids were enjoying playing on the sidewalk. We enjoyed the neighborhood vibes along with the food and service! We ordered a bunch of food and shared everything (the Irish soda bread and butter were INSANE). Shrimp cocktail, burger, Irish soda bread, fish and chips, bucatini with clams, and the chocolate guinness cake. Everything was delicious and our server was very attentive! We will definitely be back!“

“Michael and the entire staff is always a pleasure to work with. Bartenders are on point making everyone has a cocktail quickly. Love the hospitality. LGR!!! 👊💥🏴‍☠️“

“What a Great Bar. Every time I go there I have an awesome time. The place is always clean, great music and the staff is friendly. The Best Irish Bar in N.J.🍀🍀🍀“

“Great place to watch sports and excellent bar wings and burgers“

“This is our 2nd time in here. Came in yesterday just for drinks, best drink we’ve had so far, so tried food today. Wow. Beautiful. Shepherds pie was gorgeous and hot not cold like you get in a lot of places. Sharing platter lovey too and the nachos 5* rating, if we have time before flying home to uk tomorrow we are coming back. 🙂😍“

“Good service, friendly staff, excellent Guinness and tasty grub. Not to mention a great soundtrack“