I was at Cork City on July 11th to watch the Argentina vs Switzerland would cup match. Instead I…read moreended up watching a drunk man lose his shit in the street for 30 minutes. This man walked out of cork city and was incredibly emotional. Threatening to fight anyone that talked to him. A woman took exception and called him out to which this drunk man proceeded to elbow the woman in the chest (her husband was a coward and didn't do anything). After this the customers at the bar were extremely upset and called the police. Ten minutes later the police showed up and walked the man to the opposite corner. This is where the management/security at Cork City showed their true colors. The Cork City employee (it was said that he was the owner but not sure if that is true) was overheard saying that the person that called the police in the bar would never be allowed back. Cork City itself never called the police to deal with this drunk lunatic. After another 30 minutes it became clear that this man was going to be let off scot-free. The customers outside started to grow restless at this fact and yelled to the police officers that they all witnessed the man assault a woman. During this time to Cork City representative told us that he did not see anything. Everyone outside saw what happened and he refused to hold the drunk man accountable. He was too worried about serving beers and his reputation than ensure the safety of others. This is disgraceful and I would hope nobody that knows this information ever gives them another dime. If you are looking for somewhere to get a nice chill drink in this area I would highly recommend Louise and Jerry's! Much better spot to enjoy a drink.

Who's up a for a little culture war? As one of what David Hyde Pierce called the "nerdy indoor…read morekids," I realize I've been gaslighted for decades by the jocks. A mid-80s Mets obsessive who yearns for the days of Mookie Wilson and Bob Murphy, I haven't kept up with baseball so much in recent years. That all-star game tie and DH in the NL didn't appeal to me so much. Game 7 of the World Series provided an opportunity for me to be a "normal American" and watch the game at the bar. But I didn't want to buy $80 of drinks so I figured I'd try for inning 6 and beyond and get the finale. So the plan was Cork City for part and maybe another for the ending. The game was on many TVs, caught that cool double play. The sound was on but the talking kind of drowned it out, which seemed less than ideal. However, after I left, none of the 30-ish bars I walked past even had the sound on! So much for all the "sports bars" in this town. (To be fair: it was Halloween weekend, and business decisions to appeal to 20-something women in lingerie and their admirers may have been a factor). After going to 14th and back I was ready to enjoy extra innings at Cork City. But they were at capacity. Game Over. Yes, I'm copping to my inexperience in Hoboken bar-going. Turns out Cork City offered the best baseball experience in town. As for the bar itself, I enjoyed the Peach Fuzz cider from Pennings. The service was friendly. I'll try again on an off-peak night. My plan didn't work out but at least I got some steps in and learned that many sports fans are liars.

Can be too loud where you can barely hear the person next to you on weekends but the energy is…read morethere. Great pour, nice spot. Good service.

I've lived in Hoboken my entire life and have watched bars succeed or fail based on one simple…read moreprinciple: how they treat their customers. Unfortunately, this establishment has a bartender who seems determined to test that theory every shift she works. Rude, hostile, confrontational, and openly unwelcoming, she creates an uncomfortable atmosphere for anyone who isn't part of her preferred circle. I've watched customers get treated poorly simply because they rubbed her the wrong way. When a bartender's attitude becomes the most memorable part of the experience, that's a problem. I've ignored it before, but after repeated incidents directed at both me and my boyfriend, it's clear this isn't a bad day, it's a pattern. In Hoboken, customers have dozens of bars within walking distance. Hospitality isn't optional; it's survival. Making paying customers feel unwelcome is a bold strategy in a town where people can easily take their money elsewhere. Management should remember who actually keeps the lights on. Customers are hard to replace. Bartenders aren't. If this is the culture you're choosing to tolerate, don't be surprised when people choose to spend their money somewhere they're actually welcomed. Please, Do better.

I apologize for earlier review if anyone read it. I hate the…read morefact that big games are now only available on streaming channeks. Only certainly TVs can get those. Such bullshit This is a ggod bar. Stop in if you are in area.

So, you're gonna think I'm crazy but I came here because of my name. So happy to find out this is a…read moredivey bar. There was a lot of locals here. The bartender immediately knew I was a NYer. I wonder what gave it away. We had a quick laugh when I told them my name was Louise. The local asked me if I owned the place as a joke, I already loved the vibe here that little joke was icing on the cake. I wouldn't consider this a trendy bar, but maybe it's different on the weekends? The prices were pretty decent, I came in because my friend wanted a quick drink before heading back to the city. I loved their exposed brick walls, I think it's a family owned bar because the bartenders were super cool and personable. If I lived in NJ I think this would be my regular spot. The drinks were cheap because we were here for happy hour. They had some IPAs on tap. They have a dart board and pool table. I do like the fact that this spot is dog friendly. I'm guilty for petting 3 of the dogs that were their. Definitely see myself coming back here one day. Next time I'm going to say yes to naming the bar and owning it. Haha

Finnegan's is an institution. Top 3 pub for me in the Hoboken area, great for games on the…read moreweekends. Ambiance is welcome could get loud sometimes but nothing to fault them for, offerings are wide so there's something to get. Best Guinness pour so far.

Hands down THE best fish and chips I've had ever. I'm still daydreaming about them. Service was…read moregood, Guinness was delicious, music was perfect. Great spot.

We were out for a walk and looking to stop somewhere for a snack, so we decided to give Onieals a…read moretry. Since my last visit, I had only ventured there once for a drink, but it had been far from a first choice. I loved that they had live music and a casual vibe, but my past culinary experience had been a letdown. However, I was very pleasantly surprised on my recent excursion. We grabbed seats at the rustic bar and enjoyed friendly service and pints of Kane Head High, my favorite beer. The crisp, refreshing brew went well with my cup of Chicken Noodle Soup. While that might sound like an odd "snack", I selected it because it was one of the few appetizers on the menu that was not fried. The broth seemed to interestingly be made of tomatoes and potentially other vegetables. It was packed with large, spiral noodles, shredded chicken, and fresh spinach. It was an interesting rendition for sure, but it was also very tasty, despite the fact that it was rather greasy. I was also bummed that it did not have more chicken and that it had not been served with any crackers. Oh well! Overall, it at least had left me with a much better impression than my last trip had.

Onieals 343 Park Ave…read more Hoboken, NJ 07030 Penne Alla Vodka Appetizer The pasta was cooked al dente with chunks of plum tomatoes and smothered in a spicy vodka sauce. It's a win-win if you have this starter as is or with shredded mozzarella cheese. If you prefer a larger portion, this serving is also available as an entree. #hobokennj #hoboken #franksinatrastown #onieals #oniealshoboken #penneallavodka

Great after hours spot. Stopped in after dinner. Cool vibe no that it's all the way in the…read morebasement. It's fun making your way down. The bartenders were all friendly and all around chill time.

Came here on a Thursday night and it was pretty empty which I don't mind at all. Ordered drinks and…read moreit was served right away, they were tasty and strong (on the average price range for drinks ~$15-$16 each). They do have events here so i was just here during a slow day I guess. It's a downstairs bar but they have plenty of seating. The vibes are what you would expect at a normal pub/bar.

Great experience from start to finish! The food was absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and…read morebeautifully prepared. The atmosphere was warm and inviting with a really nice ambience. The service was excellent as well; everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome without being overbearing. Definitely a place I would recommend and return to. If you love Mediterranean food, this one is worth a visit!

Decent divvy-sports bar vibe with excellent burgers. Service was pleasant and prompt. Would go back…read morefor a burger.

Clean and nice store. There are a lot of interesting selections here. Highly recommend and will…read moredefinitely come back.

clean store, nice people and solid selection of natural wines. will definitely be my go toread more

I had always enjoyed The Shepherd & the Knucklehead for its breadth of cocktails and gigantic tap…read morebeer list. The bar was large and spacious, but its more rowdy sports bar vibe was not the type of venue that would lure me in more often than the occasional visit. I did happen to stop in there on a recent weekend afternoon, however. I immediately knew what I wanted to drink, a Bloody Mary. I had had one there in the past and had adored their spicy mix, which I was told was homemade. They do not always have it available, but, thankfully, they did on that afternoon. In fact, the bartender that made the cocktail had not even been aware that they offered that drink, so she separately sampled the mix herself and agreed it was excellent. I paired my zesty beverage with a shared bowl of their "fresh cut fries". They were well-seasoned and tasty, but also greasy and mushy; they were fine, but not a must-order. We also noticed that the floor was extremely sticky and our shoes squeaked as we came and went; it could definitely have used a good mopping. Regardless, The Shepherd & the Knucklehead offered a relaxed atmosphere with great drinks and a welcoming staff making it worth a experiencing.

NOT PET FRIENDLY. Reserved the back area for a party and…read morewas told no pets allowed at all.

Great place for a work happy hour or team dinner, would highly recommend coming for a large group…read more Happy hour are affordable options and the staff here is great and serves food/drinks relatively quick.

This is a great spot to grab a drink and sit outside on their patio area…read more I stopped in recently to have a hand crafted cocktail and it didn't disappoint. The place wasn't at all busy on a Sunday evening, but I guess that is to be expected and I liked that. The hostess was kind and courteous. The bartender on the other hand wasn't the friendliest for a bartender or in a hurry to wait on us or to make our drinks, but she got the job done and my drink was excellent. My girlfriend's on the other hand, not so much. It was too spicy and not in the good way. It lacked the flavor complexity it was shooting for, but I finished it for her. We initially sat at the bar, but made our way to the outside patio shortly thereafter to enjoy the views and the cool breeze on the outside patio furniture. This is all and all a great spot, but I'd like to see a little speedier service and more smiling faces other than just from the hostess especially when you're paying $40 for two drinks with tip. 3.5 stars Enjoy :)