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    Carlow East

    3.9 (125 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Irish
    Open 10:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    CARLOW EAST ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Juke Box
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Marci A.

    A lovely neighborhood bar in the middle of the upper east side. The bartenders are super attentive even when they're busy, the crowd is a little on the older side but it makes sense for the neighborhood that they're in. They also have a lot of TVs and play different games that are on. The only reason that this doesn't get given stars is because their wine tasted old (like the bottle had been open and left in the fridge for a while) but that's also my fault for ordering wine at a neighborhood bar-- I should know better lol. Come for a beer or an actual cocktail that they make fresh and skip the wine!

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    Patrick C.

    I've been meaning to write a review about this place for so long, that I'm ashamed that I'm so late with it. Carlow East has become my home away from home (so to speak) since 2020. I had gotten used to socializing at Crimson & Rye, but the pandemic killed the business (as well as my previous lifestyle). It was a different crowd than I had gotten used to, but eventually, it grew on me. My best friend was responsible for my going there and I've had some of the best times of my life at Carlow. I've been inviting family and friends there since 2021. My brother (who used to live on the Upper East Side like I did) comes from his home in Connecticut sometimes to get a drink or four. That's how special that place is. The drinks are reasonably priced, the bartenders are friendly, the owner is cool af, and their hostess is terrific! They're all like family to me. You'll definitely see some old faces there (not that there's anything wrong with that), but people who look like they're still in junior high school visit as well (they card, so don't take what I've said to mean that they let kids drink). It has a diverse crowd and I've been fortunate to have met people from all over the world at Carlow. I have a fascination for different languages and cultures, so this is a boon for me. Just before I wrote this review, I planned to go there tonight, and I invited a young lady to accompany me. One of the shots that I've uploaded here shows me, my best friend, and a gentleman known as Mr. Hayes. He was a regular who died recently. The reason that I mention him is to give you an idea of how good the atmosphere can be. Mr. Hayes was a pool shark. People would look at this old man and think they could beat him at the game. He would pretend to be feeble which made his opponents overconfident. That man racked up more wins than I can remember. LOL But he was family to the young and the old. Family! That's what it feels like every time I set foot in that pub. I don't mean to say that you'll have a good time every time, but that kind of thing is rare. If it does nothing for you the first time, come back and give it another go. I guarantee you'll come to love it. The aesthetics are pretty average and has what I assume most pubs have, but you don't go for the decor, you go for the experience. Bottoms up!

    Very clean bar with ice cold beer and great service. We popped in for a quick drink but ended up staying for a few because the atmosphere was so enjoyable.

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    Alberto L.

    The service was amazing. They have me my drink and a water with lemon right after. It was a little busy but always made sure I was topped off.

    Kelle O.

    When my BF lived in NYC, this was the premiere location to catch a Seahawks game. So that's exactly what we did while visiting. I liked this place a lot. The bartender was really funny and I appreciated his "Don't like it? GTFO!" attitude. Several beers on tap and a full bar. No food but it's allowed to bring food in, so that's what we did as well. I like the vibe here and I'd recommend this place. Lots of TV's too.

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    Bartender should be fired. Made us feel so uncomfortable. Really weird vibes. Not friendly at all

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    10 months ago

    Great atmosphere. Bartender was great and couldn't ask for better service. Hometown feel

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    Great folks here. Super pints of Guinness, wonderful conversation, and solid Irish pub fare.

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    This pub does not have food and the bar tender was as disinterested as could be. Pub was clean and bathroom was suitable. We won't be back.

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    Amazing staff and plenty of drink options. This is a great stop for a game and ironically a Seahawks bar all the way out in NYC

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    Loved this place, very cool ambiance and friendly staff! No food on the menu but you can order in.

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    Love this place and the fans are real. We brought food in from next door and the service was great.

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    best pub ever delish drinks and great vibe. bartenders extremely friendly, and never let your drink go empty too long. love it.

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    Ask the Community - Carlow East

    What are the Happy Hour Specials?

    What food is there?

    Food is not served there, but you can bring your own food and eat there if you like. I usually get a slice of pizza from a pizzeria three doors away from Carlow and sit in the pub and have a beer with my slice.

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    Cool--don't come in here if you're a bad vibe, just relax and enjoy the goodness that is the Upper East Side.

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