McSorleys Old Ale House

15 E 7th St, New York, New York 10003 USA

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Fri 11a-1a

Independent
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not Accepted
Not Wheelchair
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No Wifi

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“Drink or be gone”

Established in 1854, McSorley's is New York City's oldest continuously operated saloon, and its oldest Irish pub. It offers a uniquely old-school pub experience. Take in the history, the sawdust-covered floors, and the legendary backroom where the ale flowed during Prohibition. Women have only been welcomed at McSorley's since 1970 (and the ladies' room was installed sixteen years later). There are just two kinds of beer available — McSorley's Light and McSorley's Dark — and you'll have to belly up to the bar to get a pint. There are no stools.

Reviewed by
Hillary P.

July 19, 2024

Part of a self driven historic tour of historic bars in lower Manhattan McSorley is a must stop. Built in the lady 1800s. This establish was male only until the 1970s when the feminist movement... Read more

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Andrea H.

June 26, 2024

A New York Institution and the oldest Irish bar in New York City. You can't say you've been to NY if you haven't walked on the sawdust in McSorleys. Located in the East Village. They make their... Read more

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Jennifer L.

June 19, 2024

NEVER coming back here. Look.. the drinks are cheap and the history makes the bar interesting. I do love that there's also only two options: light or dark beer (keep it simple). But not even... Read more

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