A curious downstairs space with solid drinks and solid food and which is exactly the kind of Lord of the Rings Shire den you'd want to pop into on a chilly night to catch up with your buddies. If you don't expect more you won't be disappointed and if you're looking for just that, you will find yourself in heaven.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mozzarella Sticks, Fries, Fish and Chips
Erin go Brian
Went in last night, bartender was talking to customers at the bar, waited 5 minutes and she never even looked in my direction although she was 3 feet away. I left.
Service: 1
Dan R
Great beer, barman Phillip is a great guy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Stimac
Was visiting NYC recently, and my wife and I wanted to go to a bar. Nothing fancy, not really a restaurant, just a bar--this place delivered. A couple of beers, some decent onion rings and a volume level inside the establishment that allows for normal conversation. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Vivianne Castanos
I frequented this place when it was Allstate Cafe. This was my first time at Emerald Inn, I came to play pool last night and it was too early, only one patron was there. I sat at the bar and chatted with the bartender. His name is John and he was very nice and made me feel comfortable. The wine was good and the service was great. People started to show up as time went on. I ordered french fries and I got a huge basket of them and they were delicious. This is an Irish bar and Ì liked it a lot. There used to be a lot of Irish bars around here, but no more, so I'm really happy that this one is here. Emerald Inn used to be on Columbus Avenue 10 years ago, and I liked it then too.The pool table is small and there's not enough room to make some shots but, it's pretty nice. The people are nice there. I'll be back.
A Philopator
How insane that on top of sharing my actual experience, which I was extremely accurate and fair, as I posed questions never accusations.
All to receive—
Response from the owner: We are in business since 1943 . If you weren’t served it was for a reason . This review is ridiculous and I would appreciate if you would take it down .
Reason being prejudice(?). Here once again, a question. I am not pretending to be a mind reader, yet the situation is quite simple. I have never in my life been turned away. I had given no reason. So the “reason” must have been based on my appearance/person.
It’s great you’ve been in business since 1943. Maybe update your thinking from that year as well and how dare you shame a person from their experience.
Kindly, touch grass and breathe. Peace and blessings!
***UPDATE: the owners response to this has got to be the most iconic representation of toxic masculinity I’ve ever seen. It’s not bashing when it’s true—but I can’t change your perspective, nor do I wish to. You know what?, do you! Slam down another double whisky, shut down more women, and just go awf king!***
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ariel Davis
Ran out in tears bc of a (racist?) elderly caucasion man. It all started when he looked at me with a terrible expression as soon as i sat down (I am an Asian woman). He did not say a single word, just stared at me blankly. I asked him if he needed to see my id, to which he looked at me like I cursed his mother and replied "yes" in the most hateful way imaginable. He immediately said, "what do you want" to which i replied "i just sat down, may i please have a moment". He then sat a water down and said "here is this in the meantime". '. As i decided what i wanted he ignored me on multiple occasions, and finally said "i think you are good with water". Mind you--I haven't had a single drink at all today; I certainly had been in my head over the loss of my mother and may had been off--but 1000%, never was I ever rude to him in the slightest. Obviously I didn't and don't think I would have, but I was genuinely tempted to call the police and ask them to bring a breathalyzer to test right in front of him, as I found this accusation appalling, given no reason for him to say so. Never did I stumble, wobble, shake, or slur a single English spoken word. When he finally came near me again, I had found the courage and asked him if he enjoyed being rude to me, to which he replied "I'm not being rude, you've had too much to drink; another time". I cannot emphasize any further that I haven't had a single drink this entire day. At this point, I am the most sober a human can possibly be. I felt so upset and rejected for no reason, it was a dehumanizing experience.... I get this will not affect their business at all, as it seems like a neighborhood bar and regulars will probably laugh at this with the bartender himself and deem me as a drunken over-reactor. To be honest, I don't want this to affect their business. I don't judge people on their worst action/ experience. But, I do want it to be know, kindness should be free and my ethnicity shouldnt be the currency required to purchase it. It's fine if you don't believe me, no-one ever believes women in these situations... It's just a fact I must accept. I wanted to release this from my heart and share my experience for anyone who reads, so they can make their decision if they want to support a place who enables this type of behavior. There is far too much hate in the world, it's sad to see so much, so close to home. Sending all peace and blessings and may this sad miserable human heal from the demons he is forced to live with. I leave this experience behind me... Much love!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Roberta Arnone
It always feels like coming home. A wonderful neighborhood pub. 5 star food, service and atmosphere. For those who don’t know, this is the Allstate pub featured in the closing credits of the tv show, Taxi. Different name, but still quite noteworthy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos, Fries, Fish and Chips
Michael Currin
I came in, had a Guinness, and the staff let me sit quietly and enjoy my beer in peace. No fuss, nice quiet drink during the day. Very enjoyable.
Proper traditional Irish NYC pub with horse racing and various sports on TV. Really great Guinness, highly recommended. (Didn't eat so can't comment on food).
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Peter M
Basic friendly neighborhood joint. Hasn't changed much since the 80's except for the TV's but that may be the reason patrons return. Could use some sprucing up. Bartender is always friendly and helpful.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 3
גרט קוגן
Great draf beer, and the fish and chips was the best
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Electronics Guru
Walked a group of like 20 people over here last night at 3:15am. Saturday night totally assumed they’d be open but they were closed. Door was locked although we could see people inside drinking. We smoked a jay outside and all went home. Shame.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Nick Felker
I came here one night for some dinner. I heard their burger was very good. It's good, with some pickles adding to the flavor, but not my favorite in the city. The service was great, with a friendly bartender. The atmosphere was very laid back, akin to an Irish pub, with good vibes.
Didn't eat drinks only
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
A curious downstairs space with solid drinks and solid food and which is exactly the kind of Lord of the Rings Shire den you'd want to pop into on a chilly night to catch up with your buddies. If you don't expect more you won't be disappointed and if you're looking for just that, you will find yourself in heaven.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Mozzarella Sticks, Fries, Fish and Chips
Went in last night, bartender was talking to customers at the bar, waited 5 minutes and she never even looked in my direction although she was 3 feet away. I left.
Service: 1
Great beer, barman Phillip is a great guy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Was visiting NYC recently, and my wife and I wanted to go to a bar. Nothing fancy, not really a restaurant, just a bar--this place delivered. A couple of beers, some decent onion rings and a volume level inside the establishment that allows for normal conversation. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
I frequented this place when it was Allstate Cafe. This was my first time at Emerald Inn, I came to play pool last night and it was too early, only one patron was there. I sat at the bar and chatted with the bartender. His name is John and he was very nice and made me feel comfortable. The wine was good and the service was great. People started to show up as time went on. I ordered french fries and I got a huge basket of them and they were delicious. This is an Irish bar and Ì liked it a lot. There used to be a lot of Irish bars around here, but no more, so I'm really happy that this one is here. Emerald Inn used to be on Columbus Avenue 10 years ago, and I liked it then too.The pool table is small and there's not enough room to make some shots but, it's pretty nice. The people are nice there. I'll be back.
How insane that on top of sharing my actual experience, which I was extremely accurate and fair, as I posed questions never accusations.
All to receive—
Response from the owner:
We are in business since 1943 . If you weren’t served it was for a reason . This review is ridiculous and I would appreciate if you would take it down .
Reason being prejudice(?). Here once again, a question. I am not pretending to be a mind reader, yet the situation is quite simple. I have never in my life been turned away. I had given no reason. So the “reason” must have been based on my appearance/person.
It’s great you’ve been in business since 1943. Maybe update your thinking from that year as well and how dare you shame a person from their experience.
Kindly, touch grass and breathe. Peace and blessings!
***UPDATE: the owners response to this has got to be the most iconic representation of toxic masculinity I’ve ever seen. It’s not bashing when it’s true—but I can’t change your perspective, nor do I wish to. You know what?, do you! Slam down another double whisky, shut down more women, and just go awf king!***
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ran out in tears bc of a (racist?) elderly caucasion man. It all started when he looked at me with a terrible expression as soon as i sat down (I am an Asian woman).
He did not say a single word, just stared at me blankly. I asked him if he needed to see my id, to which he looked at me like I cursed his mother and replied "yes" in the most hateful way imaginable. He immediately said, "what do you want" to which i replied "i just sat down, may i please have a moment". He then sat a water down and said "here is this in the meantime".
'. As i decided what i wanted he
ignored me on multiple occasions, and finally said "i think you are good with water". Mind you--I haven't had a single drink at all today; I certainly had been in my head over the loss of my mother and may had been off--but 1000%, never was I ever rude to him in the slightest. Obviously I didn't and don't think I would have, but I was genuinely tempted to call the police and ask them to bring a breathalyzer to test right in front of him, as I found this accusation appalling, given no reason for him to say so.
Never did I stumble, wobble, shake, or slur a single English spoken word. When he finally came near me again, I had found the courage and asked him if he enjoyed being rude to me, to which he replied "I'm not being rude, you've had too much to drink; another time". I cannot emphasize any further that I haven't had a single drink this entire day. At this point, I am the most sober a human can possibly be. I felt so upset and rejected for no reason, it was a dehumanizing experience.... I get this will not affect their business at all, as it seems like a neighborhood bar and regulars will probably laugh at this with the bartender himself and deem me as a drunken over-reactor. To be honest, I don't want this to affect their business. I don't judge people on their worst action/ experience. But, I do want it to be know, kindness should be free and my ethnicity shouldnt be the currency required to purchase it. It's fine if you don't believe me, no-one ever believes women in these situations... It's just a fact I must accept. I wanted to release this from my heart and share my experience for anyone who reads, so they can make their decision if they want to support a place who enables this type of behavior. There is far too much hate in the world, it's sad to see so much, so close to home. Sending all peace and blessings and may this sad miserable human heal from the demons he is forced to live with. I leave this experience behind me... Much love!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It always feels like coming home. A wonderful neighborhood pub. 5 star food, service and atmosphere. For those who don’t know, this is the Allstate pub featured in the closing credits of the tv show, Taxi. Different name, but still quite noteworthy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nachos, Fries, Fish and Chips
I came in, had a Guinness, and the staff let me sit quietly and enjoy my beer in peace. No fuss, nice quiet drink during the day. Very enjoyable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Proper traditional Irish NYC pub with horse racing and various sports on TV.
Really great Guinness, highly recommended.
(Didn't eat so can't comment on food).
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 5
Basic friendly neighborhood joint. Hasn't changed much since the 80's except for the TV's but that may be the reason patrons return. Could use some sprucing up. Bartender is always friendly and helpful.
Atmosphere: 2
Service: 3
Great draf beer, and the fish and chips was the best
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Walked a group of like 20 people over here last night at 3:15am. Saturday night totally assumed they’d be open but they were closed. Door was locked although we could see people inside drinking. We smoked a jay outside and all went home. Shame.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
I came here one night for some dinner. I heard their burger was very good. It's good, with some pickles adding to the flavor, but not my favorite in the city. The service was great, with a friendly bartender. The atmosphere was very laid back, akin to an Irish pub, with good vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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