50 Best Pubs near Passaic

“Excelente lugar y Gracias por sus chelas todo. Salió muy divertido y me divierto ahi bachatiando.“

“first trip to NYC. Stayed close by and just happened to walk in to what may be one of the best nights ever! The bar tenders were so nice! I felt like Id known them my entire life. We made new friends at the bar and spent the night singing and laughing. SO. MUCH. FUN“

“Great staff! Very attentive. Awesome ambience. Yes, it's been said before, but that mutton chop is out if this world!! Thank you for having us. Legendary experience. Highly recommend.“

“Greatest Place on Earth :)“

“Good, clean bar super close to George Washington Square …. Excellent barman and wide selection of drinks. We had buffalo wings and mozzarella bites for snacks. Wings were cooked well with a decent blue cheese dip. Would recommend stopping in if you fancy a drink.“

“I love this place. Easily one of the must comfortable, cheap, and relaxing bars in the city. Service is great, drinks are cheap, cocktails are delicious, I highly recommend this place for anyone that wants a cheap comfy Irish pub with plenty of drink options and great, fast service. I come back here all the time.“

“Amazing food. Huge Portions. Excellent service. My only complaint is that I live 4 hours away. 😭“

“My husband & I met there 46 1/2 years ago. Got engaged there the next New Year’s Eve & we’ve been married 45 years. We always visit when we come up to Jersey. I’m here alone this time but I’m going to stop in.“

“Great food, service and outdoor space! Highly recommend!“

“Good food and good beer! staff is very attentive and friendly!“

“If you're a football (soccer) fan looking for the best pub in the area, this is the place to be! Whether it's the Champions League, World Cup, Euro Cup, or Premier League, this pub has you covered. The atmosphere is electric, perfect for meeting fellow die-hard football fans. Big games are featured with commentary, enhancing the experience.

In addition to the fantastic football ambiance, the pub offers a solid selection of draft beers and classic bar food, including burgers and nachos. For any football enthusiast, this spot is unbeatable!“

“Lovely welcoming pub with great bar staff and friendly customers who like to chat. Big shout out to Carry, Gary, and Mike who all made me feel very at home in this authentic Irish bar. Food was delicious and portions were generous, defiantly recommend a visit. Thank you Guys“

“Plenty of parking, good food, good vibes.“

“This place is outstanding. Great neighborhood atmosphere. Food is crazy good. For a game night the energy is palpable. As a Southerner that works for a NJ company, the 101 Pub represents everything great about the area - the local feel, the strong drinks, the vocal opinions about the sports teams. Not to be missed.“

“Great beer selection. Great staff. Good vibe. Good people. I am a native New Yorker and very picky about my bars and defensive of my neighborhood. This is the best bar I’ve been to in years. I only wish I’d discovered it sooner.“

“Always a great time with Tabby, Ngozi, Nat and my karaoke crew!“

“Been here a couple times and always a great experience! The locals are awesome.. the bartenders are cool and the food always smells great.. I'll have to eat there one day.. the only thing that I dislike is the parking situation.. otherwise it's a great spot!“

“O'Donnell's Pub has the best Guinness I've ever had. (And I have been to Ireland). Most places must use the wrong gases, or don't clean the beer lines and it taste almost grassy. Not a O'Donnell's. It is smooth and just fantastic.“

“My crew stopped in for an early bite after work. The bacon cheddar burgers came quickly and were wonderful! Dermot, the owner, was just great. He sat and told us stories about his home in Ireland and how he got to this place. We work at the college around the corner several times a year and will definitely go back.“

“It was late on a Friday night when I came here. At this point it goes from a simple bar into more of a dance hall. The place was a bit crowded but I found a small corner to get some beers and hang out. It's fairly close to the subway station.“

“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“

“Michelle is the best bartender Friendly atmosphere great wings Redd is great too!! Busy nite Michelle was awesome! Handled the crowd like the pro she is!!!“

“Nice place.. it's a little bit on the small size.. drinks are good.. will go back... Went back yesterday we had the surf & turf.. it was good. The only negative thing I have to say is that the music.. we didn't like it.. they need to play more variety of “

“sometimes really fun good time...however if Nicole doesn't like you or is having a bad day stay clear!, but it's part of her charm I guess. eh try it out it's a absolute dive bar environment, the surrounding neighborhood has alot going on too, so u can make a day out of it. ✌️“

“Man some of the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. I have been to top strip joints and never have I seen one woman more beautiful than the next It is a hour and a half drive and I love every minute of it. Great service for a great price.“

“Chef Melissa Mak is amazing. We’ve been dining at The Front Porch regularly for the past 12 months and not only is the food creative and delicious (Asian fusion pub food, so YUMMY!), the staff is super friendly and the drinks are awesome. We’ve had almost everything on the menu and you won’t be disappointed.“

“5 stars for the tots alone. The crunchy goodness that came to our table was the perfect amount of salt and potato. The amount of tots was wild, and they brought me and my friend closer together with a tater tot bond that will never be forgotten.“

“GMT Tavern is a true gem in Greenwich Village. It is one of the few remaining quality pubs downtown that strikes the perfect balance between atmosphere, hospitality, and great food and drinks. I've been coming here for years, whether for a pint and conversation, post-marathon gatherings, or work events, and it never disappoints.

Unlike many downtown spots that feel like nightclubs or dives, GMT has the charm of a classic London pub—sophisticated yet unpretentious, with a welcoming and down-to-earth vibe. It’s a fantastic spot to grab a break from the hyper-commercial, often overwhelming energy of SoHo, whether you're visiting NYU, shopping nearby, or just looking for a relaxed place to unwind.

The beer selection is excellent, and their Guinness is poured to perfection. It’s also a great place to watch soccer, with TVs that enhance the experience without dominating the atmosphere. Last week, we had a fantastic server—attentive, professional, and friendly—and everything we ordered was on point. The giant pretzel was a standout, a perfectly executed pub snack that paired beautifully with a pint.

With cozy indoor seating and outdoor tables when the weather’s nice, GMT is the kind of spot you keep coming back to. I don’t live in NYC anymore, but I try to drop in whenever I’m in town. We’ll definitely host more gatherings here—the Village needs more spots like this!“

“Karol's Pub is a hidden gem. They sell Zywiec, which is great Polish beer, smooth and incredibly potent. The walls are covered with cartoon murals, there's a pool table in the back, a dart board, and an awesome digital jukebox. Karol himself is a great, easygoing funny guy. The bar has plenty of regulars, and DJs on Friday nights. They don't sell food, however they have menus from nearby pizza places available and you can order delivery to the pub.“

“great food, great staff not to be missed“

“If you haven't been to this bar, you MUST go! One of the best bars in NYC. Bartender Brian is a great example of how to take care of everyone while making you feel like the most important person there. To visitors from the Midwest, he likes Clevelanders! So you are more than welcome to come see him!“

“es un muy buen restaurante con un buen servicio tiene un personal muy capacitado son muy amables y los platillos que están en el menú son muy delicios los platillos bendiciones“

“Hotel was a wonderful boutique hotel. Room was very clean, quiet and comfortable. Location was perfect for us as we had a show at The Beacon. Plenty of great restaurants nearby. Small convenient bar on 1st floor of hotel. We will definitely return when visiting NYC again.“

“Harmony our waitress was awesome, this place has the feel like you are in your home town.“

“Claire was great, Very welcoming and personable. 💯 recommend“

“It’s the second time that my partner and I have had the opportunity to stop by for drinks in Jasper, one of the employees Bernabe was very helpful and attentive. He recognized us immediately and gave us water as well as gave us the menu. 30 seconds later, Sophia came and said Hi to us and took care of us. Her smile and hospitality made us feel more than welcome once again.

Shoutout to Sophia for the top-notch service and making us feel like VIPs ?“

“The band, The Gyst were fantastic. They are a professional band, sound great, and I drove 3 hours to hear them play. The place and people loved them, I would suggest having them play at your establishment more often. The food was also phenomenal.“

“The Laurels Cafe and Bar is a charming spot that perfectly blends a cozy atmosphere with excellent service. The staff is friendly and attentive, making every visit feel special. Whether you're catching up with friends or enjoying a quiet moment, it’s the ideal place to unwind. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a welcoming experience!“

“New to the area and wanted a beer and burger so I Yelped this place. Drove past and wasn't sure I wanted to go in as the area around was very seedy, and the tavern had no sign out front and was really run down looking. However, I decided to go in with my boyfriend. The food was awesome and the service was great!! A must try, but bring Cash, it's a cash only place. Chili and Pastrami were great too!“

“It reminded me of the pubs in London as soon as I walked in. You should definitely try the recession menu. There is a pool table in the back. The bartender was a friendly and chatty person. The music list was very enjoyable. A pub you should definitely visit.“

“Small sports bar with an old New York feel. This place is simple. 12 beers on tap, a couple of wine and hard seltzer choices. There are around 10 smaller TVs in this pub, maybe 10 bar stools and 4 tables for about 8 people to sit. It’s definitely a Mets bar, but the sports decor makes this place really cool (this coming from a Yankees fan). $15 credit card minimum and they accept Visa and Mastercard only. I highly recommend grabbing a pint here. I don’t believe they serve food, however they do accept outside food.“

“Natalie the bartender! Nuff said.“

“Rude and miserable bartender looked hungover. His name is Brian.“

“Solid sports bar with good wings. We ordered three traditional wing flavors: buffalo, O'Hara's special sweet and spicy, and parmesan garlic. The O'Hara special flavor was by far the favorite of the group. I would not order the artichoke dip again as it was quite watery and tasted about the same as a frozen option from the grocery store. Although they have a great beer menu I was disappointed that my two preferred beers were unavailable to order (Blue Moon and cold snap). All things considered, I'd come back for the wings and the sports bar atmosphere.“

“Came here for a Saturday night dinner and had a great time. Very nice atmosphere with plenty of space so you don't feel cramped.

Pros: food was excellent. They have a chicken cutlet pizza, where the pizza crust IS the chicken! It was fantastic. Everything else was fantastic as well.

Cons: the live band was really loud. Very hard to hear any thing. They were good, but loud.

I would gladly come back here!“

“Great service and great hospitality- Dolores was super“

“Great drink selection and great food (try the pigs in a blanket)! The bartenders were fantastic!“

“I wasn't going to share this place with anyone because I don't want it to get crowded but I have to bc I love it so much. Presenting my new watering hole in Bergen! The location is where the old 21 used to be, on the top floor of the Son Jjajang building. Great happy hour everyday 4-8!! It's a steal considering how good the food is. Happy hour all types of soju are $8.99 and beers are cheap too. All the big dishes on the happy hour menu are between $14-$18 and I think the portion sizes are the same! I have yet to try something that I don't love on the menu. Their: Cheese buldak (fire chicken w/ mozzarella cheese.. ask for medium spicy if you can't do heat!) Jogae sujebi (Korean version of.. gnocchi? in clam broth..I always order another side of sujebi) Donkatsu (breaded & fried pork cutlet) Tofu & kimchi Ddukbokki (spicy rice cakes... I usually ask for cheese on this also lol) Tong dak (whole fried chicken) Gaeran mari (Korean cheese omlette w/ fried garlic on top) Budae jjigae (Korean army soup, goes great with soju!) and weirdly enough their giant plate of FRIES (idk what they do to those fries they're just fries but they're so good lol) are among some of my favorites. However, the food tends to be on the spicier side which isn't an issue for me, but if you can't handle too much spice be sure to tell your waiter. I can't say enough about how good the food is. The chef apparently refuses to use anything but the best ingredients and it shows in the taste of the food. Portions are big too! Obviously I eat here a lot... lol Oh and the servers and manager are all so nice!! One time we had a big party of 10 but they didn't have space so they put us in their only karaoke room in the back. We wanted to watch the US Open but we couldn't figure out the TV in the room so the manager found an HDMI cable and hooked his own cellphone up to it so we could watch. How sweet?!! At the moment they only serve soju and beer but I have been told that they will start offering liquor soon :) Like I said, I don't want this place to get crowded but they deserve the business with food and service like this. I hope they stick around and become a new staple in Pal Park! PS. The menu is entirely in Korean so bring a friend who is fluent or ask the waiters for suggestions! I will definitely have to mention to them that they should make an English version of their menu. Will be back with pictures later!“

“The Winslow is hands down one of the best bars in NYC. From the moment you walk in, the staff makes you feel right at home. They are genuinely friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, you’re treated like part of the crew. And the drinks? Absolutely top-notch. Their gin selection is nothing short of impressive, easily one of the most extensive I’ve seen in the city. Whether you’re into classic G&Ts or adventurous gin cocktails, there’s something here that will blow you away. The bartenders know their stuff and are happy to make personalized recommendations based on your taste. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed night out, a catch-up with friends, or even a casual date. The vibes are great, the drinks are amazing, and the team truly elevates the experience. The Winslow is a must-visit!“

“The crowded entrance convinced me this place was worth trying. Their menu combines good taste with enjoyment. Their kitchen execution and service standards impressed us. This restaurant balances appearance with hospitality. Hearty endorsement of this place.“