Genuine sports bar packed with memorabilia. The owner and most of the staff are swell guys. However, I'm afraid that one of the regular bartenders, Kyle, is a racist bully.
At a playoff game, a Hispanic guy dared jump and celebrate in a heartfelt, spontaneous manner after a walk-off victory by his team. The bartender confronted him in a threatening and condescending manner. When non-minorities rejoice in an identical fashion, not a peep out of the long-haired enforcer.
A few hours ago, I was told by Kyle not to talk about Jewish topics with another patron. Much to my regret, I have several more anecdotes in which Indians and Jews faced Kyle's hateful wrath.
It's a shame that in a diverse and liberal city, especially a neighborhood like the East Village, we have to out up with this sort of vile behavior.
Matt H. (TwoWay)
Oh gosh how I miss old Standings on Seventh Street. Fun times--even if your team (hello Mets, Jets) loses. Owner Gary, champion of those 2 messy franchises, grins through it all. Seek him out for the latest news and accumulated wisdom of 20-years in biz in Manhattan.
So diverse and wide is 7th Street (has the distance between 2nd and 3rd Ave been measured? And is it less than a mile? really? hmmm) that unbeknownst to most passersby and patrons of Tourist Central McSorleys (near 3rd) there is a special pub just down the way (near 2nd). Teeming with paraphernalia (much hangs from the rafters), it can be said that those banners and the like are unnecessary, for the true spirit is captured in the Hey Heys and Oh Nos and the ringing of the bell. A set of clean, pedantic regulars keeps things humming even on a slow Tuesday.
Standings does not serve liquor but it does faithfully serve sports. Any man, woman of age can enter (I've witnessed many times); state the game they wish to watch; and the staff will attempt to accommodate via one of the array of TV sets. But if a cable etc deal makes it a no-go, these visitors will be informed of alternative games or possible vendor. A landline remains at the ready to field these queries also.
It's always neat to see not only Your game, but the gathering of partisans of a distant school or pro team. Charlotte fans? Yes. New York has it all, and it's better to have Standings.
So, go to there, to take a break from The Arts, and take in a game. You can even order in food.
ProTips: a) ignore the insufferable collegians seeking and touting the Most Hoppy. Hang near the good barmen--Bud Light and the occasional Underberg is the way to pass the time. b) against the northeast wall is a couple of genuine Shea Stadium seats. Give it a whirl..
Shout out to Harry, funniest bouncer in the city.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
David Ryan
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.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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cool dive bar meets sports bar
Candice Le
Greatest bar in the city, feels like home
Francesco de Rosa
Friendly environment and 6 stars service, thank you!
Bret Holden
cool little spot for a sports fan
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Arjun Seth
Sensational. Nothing else to say
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chet gator
Great place to watch the Mets blow leads and have epic comebacks. A+ vibes and service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caroline McDonald
Great sports bar! Went in for the first time yesterday evening and the owner was very kind and welcoming. Definitely recommend for baseball and football fans.
Very strange atmosphere. It is a small bar, mostly standing room but the oddest part was that it was so awkwardly quiet in the small bar. We came to watch the Final Four, and the bar was relatively busy, but the entire space felt was basically silent with only the game playing. I’m not sure if the customers are always like this, or it’s a one off, but it was uncomfortable and we left.
Atmosphere: 1
Raphael Kummer-Landau
Great little dive bar. Stop in for a few drinks before your dinner
Atmosphere: 5
Greg Hall
I love this place. I spent a couple nights over NFL Wildcard weekend this year watching the games. Great small town bar vibes, excellent for watching the games (especially on the Monday night, when it was much quieter than Saturday). Great barmen, no music and friendly clientele. You can order in your own food too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug Saylor
A real sports bar for real sports fans…beer and
Atmosphere: 5
David DeConinck
Place is real deal watched a ton ncaa basketball games on great Saturday afternoon in January 2024 well be back great beet great service by Andrew legit place sports and beer
Genuine sports bar packed with memorabilia. The owner and most of the staff are swell guys. However, I'm afraid that one of the regular bartenders, Kyle, is a racist bully.
At a playoff game, a Hispanic guy dared jump and celebrate in a heartfelt, spontaneous manner after a walk-off victory by his team. The bartender confronted him in a threatening and condescending manner. When non-minorities rejoice in an identical fashion, not a peep out of the long-haired enforcer.
A few hours ago, I was told by Kyle not to talk about Jewish topics with another patron. Much to my regret, I have several more anecdotes in which Indians and Jews faced Kyle's hateful wrath.
It's a shame that in a diverse and liberal city, especially a neighborhood like the East Village, we have to out up with this sort of vile behavior.
Oh gosh how I miss old Standings on Seventh Street. Fun times--even if your team (hello Mets, Jets) loses. Owner Gary, champion of those 2 messy franchises, grins through it all. Seek him out for the latest news and accumulated wisdom of 20-years in biz in Manhattan.
So diverse and wide is 7th Street (has the distance between 2nd and 3rd Ave been measured? And is it less than a mile? really? hmmm) that unbeknownst to most passersby and patrons of Tourist Central McSorleys (near 3rd) there is a special pub just down the way (near 2nd). Teeming with paraphernalia (much hangs from the rafters), it can be said that those banners and the like are unnecessary, for the true spirit is captured in the Hey Heys and Oh Nos and the ringing of the bell. A set of clean, pedantic regulars keeps things humming even on a slow Tuesday.
Standings does not serve liquor but it does faithfully serve sports. Any man, woman of age can enter (I've witnessed many times); state the game they wish to watch; and the staff will attempt to accommodate via one of the array of TV sets. But if a cable etc deal makes it a no-go, these visitors will be informed of alternative games or possible vendor. A landline remains at the ready to field these queries also.
It's always neat to see not only Your game, but the gathering of partisans of a distant school or pro team. Charlotte fans? Yes. New York has it all, and it's better to have Standings.
So, go to there, to take a break from The Arts, and take in a game. You can even order in food.
ProTips: a) ignore the insufferable collegians seeking and touting the Most Hoppy. Hang near the good barmen--Bud Light and the occasional Underberg is the way to pass the time. b) against the northeast wall is a couple of genuine Shea Stadium seats. Give it a whirl..
Shout out to Harry, funniest bouncer in the city.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
cool dive bar meets sports bar
Greatest bar in the city, feels like home
Friendly environment and 6 stars service, thank you!
cool little spot for a sports fan
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Sensational. Nothing else to say
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to watch the Mets blow leads and have epic comebacks. A+ vibes and service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great sports bar! Went in for the first time yesterday evening and the owner was very kind and welcoming. Definitely recommend for baseball and football fans.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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Very strange atmosphere. It is a small bar, mostly standing room but the oddest part was that it was so awkwardly quiet in the small bar. We came to watch the Final Four, and the bar was relatively busy, but the entire space felt was basically silent with only the game playing. I’m not sure if the customers are always like this, or it’s a one off, but it was uncomfortable and we left.
Atmosphere: 1
Great little dive bar. Stop in for a few drinks before your dinner
Atmosphere: 5
I love this place. I spent a couple nights over NFL Wildcard weekend this year watching the games. Great small town bar vibes, excellent for watching the games (especially on the Monday night, when it was much quieter than Saturday). Great barmen, no music and friendly clientele. You can order in your own food too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A real sports bar for real sports fans…beer and
Atmosphere: 5
Place is real deal watched a ton ncaa basketball games on great Saturday afternoon in January 2024 well be back great beet great service by Andrew legit place sports and beer
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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