The Cortland

27 W Main St, Bay Shore
(631) 666-2333

Recent Reviews

Melissa A.

Cute, little dive bar! Loved the vibes & the bartenders were great. Nice variety of music. On Mondays they have karaoke after 9:30pm too.

Melissa Aleman

Cute, little dive bar! Loved the vibes & the bartenders were great. On Mondays they have karaoke after 9:30pm too.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Andres “Mofongo” Contreras

You know that pub that never fails, that pub that always greets you with a smile that comes from the heart rather than the intention of taking your money, that pub that watches your back if you come in alone, that pub that stands up for female comfort and security during a night out, that pub that leaves you with dream like memorable moments when your week has been nothing but a nightmare. Well, to put it simply, this is that pub.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dan M.

What a cool bar. We ended our pub crawl Saturday night here at The Cortland. Staff were very nice. With the exception of "Changing Times Bar", Bayshore is lucky to have such great spots all so close. Our group got such a kick from the coin operated mustache dispenser.

Vincent Russo

9:30 on a Wednesday night strolling through Main Street in Bayshore just enjoying the night with coffee from the Milano Bean Cafe which is right across the street. They had just closed and me and my girlfriend saw a few seats outside The Cortland on the way back to our car so we decided to sit down for a few minutes to finish our coffee. It was kind of a chilly night and nobody was sitting out there. All of a sudden the Owner comes outside to tell us to get out of there if we weren’t gonna come inside to buy a drink. I thought it was awful. I would never step foot into this place.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Vincent R.

9:30 on a Wednesday night strolling through Main Street in Bayshore just enjoying the night with coffee from the Milano Bean Cafe which is right across the street. They had just closed and me and my girlfriend saw a few seats outside The Cortland on the way back to our car so we decided to sit down for a few minutes to finish our coffee. It was kind of a chilly night and nobody was sitting out there. All of a sudden the Owner comes outside to tell us to get out of there if we weren't gonna come inside to buy a drink. I thought it was awful. I would never step foot into this place.

Kat F

Seems like this bar has a cute ambiance, but it's concerning that security doesn't prioritize customer safety. It's important to be extra careful and aware of your surroundings in this crowded and cramped environment. There are way better and safer bars on Main Street that you should check out instead.

KaRa StRaLey

Small, but super cute and nostalgic for us older millennials ha!

Billy P.

Hi guys. I love going out in bay shore but I stumbled upon a lovely bar called The Cortland! Let me tell you. I never had such a fun time and enjoyed the entire vibe. I will definitely be back again. It's a must see spot if you're in town!

Nury R.

John was the best bartender ever. super humble, great conversation I've never been to a bar that I felt so comfortable. He is the OG bartender . we'll definitely return he made a great night ever better

Paul Francosky

Great spot 70s vibe come here.

Gary Priore

Best little dive bar East of the Mississippi.No magicians though4 starsNOTE: bring in a magician and 4 stars becomes 5

Annie C.

That guy szkluts fucks. 10/10 drinks. Best Negronis around town. The foods amazing!!!!!

Cindy Blaney

Joe and Nora are the best! Friendly, attentive and fast.Great atmosphere. I felt like I was walking into a bar version of that 70s show. Definitely a place I'd bring out-of-town visitorsWill return without a doubt!

James V.

Great lowkey vibes and a very welcoming staff.

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