Look folks: this place is not the Ritz. Don't expect cold service, overpriced drinks, and a lack of televised sports. This place knows exactly what it is and from all purviews it provides the service and food and drinks the neighborhood needs. I was just passing through the area but I found myself going back multiple times especially because of Vicky & Rinny's service and the locals who had a lot of personality. Not to mention, if you love sports they have coverage of pretty much everything and will actually put on game audio when requested. They quickly memorized my drink preferences and pour them quickly. It's also family friendly and dogs are allowed on the patio. It's nice there's a place for new families to hang and it seems like everyone knows each other. The men's bathroom is nicer than my own back home which is surprising for a tavern. They even have cute merch. I came here for a Knicks game and Vicky was working behind the bar with another bartender named Melody or maybe Mallory. They were working at the speed of light and ringing the bell when the Knicks scored big. The thunderous sound was so loud I thought the building was going to implode. Then I heard Vicky had just recently given birth and I was amazed. How? Great place. If I'm ever in Jersey City again, it'll be on the top of my list! read more

Just had a bite at Haley's Tavern. I needed some food before going to another event so I decided to stop at the nearby Haley's Tavern. As I walked in the music was at a pleasant volume. They were playing country music and the bar area was pretty much almost full. I was quickly greeted by the bartender who was a very nice lady, and she immediately took my order of mozzarella sticks to go. The price was reasonable however I did not know that I would be charged a dollar (technology) fee to use my credit card, but maybe it was an oversight by me. The food did not take long to be ready and in less than 10 minutes I was back out the door. The mozzarella sticks were good. You got about six of them, marinara sauce and they were tasty. When I first saw the amount, I got nervous, but I'm glad that they tasted good. They were just the right temperature and the marinara sauce was good as well. If you're in the area, and need a quick bite this may be your spot. By the way, parking is trash in the area so good luck with that. read more

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Love this place so much!!! Cold beers, great food, fun bartenders! Hazy little thing on draft? Sign me up!

(Drank 06/27/2025 FR @ 10:30pm and 07/06/2024 SA @ 6:30pm): This tavern had a way of healing one's thirst! In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, some friends and I made the short downhill walk from the Historic Jersey City & Harsimus Cemetery where Day 1 of the 2025 Goatchella Music Festival was held. I'd been here once before last year only for a quick drink and hoped to return... which I did. I loved dive bars (a quasi one in this case), and we desperately needed something to eat because there wasn't any food at the music festival. Would our hunger be healed at this nearby tavern!? PURCHASE Yuengling Brewery Traditional Lager American Amber Red Beer 16floz Draft ($7.00): Copper red color, malty sweet aroma, low body, malty sweet flavor, clean finish, and smooth malty sweet aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=IK-gGbhbel7snfqWUNxFQQ [ONION RINGS/STRAWS/STRINGS ALERT - 3.0 of 5.0 STARS] Onion Rings w/Ranch Dipping Sauce ($7.00): A large portion of uniform slim ring sizes, these were hot, medium/dark brown, lightly crunchy, and had a slight tendency to crumble when bitten into while the onion ring (not sweet Maui) didn't pull out rather it broke apart. They weren't very oily (a plus), the ranch dipping sauce was a bit watery and somewhat needed because the rings lacked flavor. These helped to fill my stomach and absorb some alcohol, but these were a one-and-done for me. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=k_xnTqsztpwi532djVfb1A 902 Brewing Heaven Hell Or Hoboken IPA Beer 16floz Can ($7.00): Bright amber color, light hoppy aroma, low body, light hoppy flavor, crisp finish, and light hoppy aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=814Bgltx9H3EH1JdhCy5uw SERVICE We casually walked in, grabbed an open high table next to the bar, and a female server quickly greeted us with glasses of water, menus, and some time to decide what we wanted. Minutes later, she returned, took our order, quickly returned with our drinks, and no more than five minutes later our food arrived. Once we were done, we called her over, settled up, and headed on our way. Everything was straightforward - easy-peasy! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance) Generally speaking, this was an easy flat-to-downhill 20-minute walk from my friend's place. Otherwise, there appeared to be plenty of spots (no known private lot) along the main drag of Newark Ave. and all surrounding roads - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A bit "fancier" than your standard dive bar, the simple yet somewhat snug floorplan was highlighted by the central circular bar https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=6IwZzouh4fBQUWDeXCppvw with ample stools, several standard and high tables throughout (there was also a small front outdoor patio area), and your typical beer advertisement on the walls. Decent natural lighting came through the many large tinted windows while minimal electric lights filled in the rest. There were several muted TVs while music only played in the background if someone fed the old-school jukebox. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=HWy9upn6jGmNFIkVUGFz4A ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Healy's Tavern was a fun option if I wanted to go slumming while I watched some games with an onsite kitchen for food and the ability to use credit cards. Each time, I felt the local neighborhood touch, but other than that, there wasn't anything in particular that stood out. The prices were affordable, the menu options decent, and the service was easy and simple. And, I always loved supporting small businesses whenever possible. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience between the two visits was around $22.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more

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If you want 1) the staff to be socializing instead of waiting you 2) to dine with dogs indoors, sitting right at the bar and 3) eat subpar food, come here. Bartender on multiple occasions was having conversations with other staff and even left the bar for an extensive period. I got wings that tasted bad, and weren't crispy despite my instruction. How doe you mess up wings? Maybe they got dog urine in the food and of course when you're too busy chit-chatting you're not going to put in the order correctly. Lastly, when I told the bartender about the dog, she just ignored me. Clearly, having dogs inside this establishment serving food is commonplace. read more

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Local bar with cold drinks that hit the spot. Hubby enjoyed the burger and the fries were hot crispy and delicious. Onion rings are not hand cut but rather the preformed frozen kind you get in the grocery store. Bartender was friendly and the vibes were chill. If you're in the area and need a cold drink this is the spot to check out. read more

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Thank you Renne ! - Bartender Awesome experience coming to this place for the first time. Had some IPAs with a buddy of mine, got the pleasure to meet Renne the bartender she was awesome. We ended up going to the front patio it was a beautiful sunny day, the seating was nice, enough shade to enjoy an ice cold beer. Renne was very friendly came to check on us multiple times and made us feel very welcoming. I really enjoyed coming to this place will visit again and maybe eat this time. And of course I highly recommend this place ! read more

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Had a few drinks prior to a concert at eagle hall , they have sports on different screens . Bartender wasn't really my favorite .. and I'm just going to leave it at that !!! read more

Healy's is a fantastic local watering hole up the block from the White Eagle Hall music venue with a small food menu and inexpensive cocktails and beer. Great location with a large bar and a handful of tables. Service is solid. Parking is Jersey City is difficult at best. Tow away zones and 2 hour limits are everywhere. If I could find legal parking I would have no hesitation about returning. read more

Great local bar - as they say, cold beer, good food and great people. Definitely not just advertising, it lives up to the mantra whether it's a Tuesday afternoon or a Saturday night read more

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I performed a show on the drums at White Eagle Hall, December 29th. The dude bartender that was working that night is classic as fuck, great service and great sense of humor. Arguably a top 3 bartender in the Tri State. Absolute legend, I hope he joins my Fraternity "Tappa Tappa Keg" one day. read more

I've gone to Healy's Tavern ever since they hosted my board game nights for my friends and I. However a recent experience really made me happy. As a disabled person, they're always helpful in making sure I find a seat. They go out of their way to accommodate me. One day I asked if I could convince them to save a seat for me, but when they couldn't find one, they were extra careful to bring me my food, to bring me my check, and their patrons helped me feel included by hanging out around me when I couldn't find a seat at the bar. Bartender Vicky was a big help that day. I love Healy's Tavern. They're my perfect first stop when I go to the Grove St area read more

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I've gotta say...these kids really cleaned the old place up! Love it! Food is very very good... Excellent wings and sandwiches/ Hand cut fries Best happy hour around All they need is Mich Ultra on tap and we are set! Best local spot around read more

The food was so good that we didn't even get to finish it all because the portions were so big. The waiter was very nice and recommended a few meals which was greatly appreciated. The restaurant was very versatile and everyone seemed to be very happy. It went from families to friends to couples . The atmosphere was a joyful experience. read more

Local go-to spot to wind down. Many regulars here. Not many beers on tap, but they are always ICE cold. Best draft in town imo. Simple bar food. TVs with sports. Friendly staff/owner. For when you want to get away from the fancy schmancy spots in jc read more

Rinny is the best (and Mike too when she isn't working). The Service, drinks, and food are great! Love the Irish pub ambiance. Always a great time in there. (Thanks for fixing the air-Hence the 5-Star Rating. Of course no air needed now). read more

Yummy yummy yummy fried pickles! Yummy yummy yummy beers! Yummy yummy yummy buffalo chicken wrap! I love outdoor dining

Good local bar Small but the bartending was welcoming Tonight's crowd was not my type of crowd but I didn't die either, so whatever read more

Rinny, daytime bartender was a sweetheart. My first time here. I read about Healys on Yelp and Google reviews. I had a few daytime drinks and felt like I have been coming here for years. The internet jukebox is off the hook. Diverse customer base: Culturally, Racially, Sexual Preference, White Collar, Blue Collar, No Collar. Just be nice and respectful: No Politics, No Religion or Personal Bias debates allowed. read more

I'm definitely a fan of this bar. Great neighborhood bar that is friendly, low-key, clean, and great prices. The bar itself is no frills, they have a couple of TVs for watching sports games. It's a circular bar so you sit all the way around. I've brought my dog here before and everyone is pet friendly. They have a small menu and usually something special off the menu. The bartenders are usually very attentive. Last time I went they bartender poured an extra drink and gave me an extra glass of wine. Their wine and beer selection is limited, but they have all your popular basics. I like that the music isn't to loud, and you can have a conversation with friends. They have some tables in corner area and I've seen groups of people there on the weekends. It would fit probably 1 large part of 6-8 people in the corner. The bar itself is pretty small too, probably fits around 50 people. read more

This is a dive bar the locals like to frequent. No frills kinda place but the food is phenomenal and the drinks are well priced. It's always a good time at healys ! read more

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great local dive, fair prices, and i love the set up of the bar. big round bar right in the middle. bathrooms are clean.

Great food!!! The chicken fingers & fries are awesome!!! Cold beer and great bartenders. We always come here before a show at White Eagle Hall!! read more

Awesome little place with a great vibe. New owners are doing a great job of adding new to a classic place. A definite must stop in when in the area. Patty behind the bar is amazing!!!! read more

The beer is as cold as it gets. It is always nice to see a place cutting their own fries. If I lived nearby, this would be my go to spot. Can't say a bad thing about it. read more

Amber is amazing bar tender!!!! Awesome drinks with friebds. Love coming here drinks are always great

Blown away by what the new owners have done to the place. This is a hidden gem in the heart of Jersey city. Looking forward to seeing what else the new owners do to this place. Can't wait to come back!! Definitely get the disco fries. read more

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Healy's my home sweet home. How I love thee. Amber is the best and I'm pumped she is now a bartender at Healy's!

Worst cheese steak and fries I've ever had. Meat was bone dry, cheese was little to none, maybe partial cheddar slice and the fries were cold and soggy. 2 stars for cheap drinks, just wouldn't eat here. read more

I came here tonight for the first time for a bachelorette party and I immediately knew half of the bar that was there I took an Uber so it was easy I don't remember much about the barn or that I check it out but there was only one bartender and how he was able to serve that many people at one time was beyond me We all had such a nice time now and then we moved on. Definitely a neighborhood bar not something that I would frequent very often I don't spend that much time in that area it's definitely not Las Vegas or New York City but definitely a different kind of experience you will be treated nicely by the bar staff quickly greeted and served immediately everyone seem to be very nice that was there I did not use the bathroom facilities nor did I have to use parking I did not eat anything nor do I know if they even offered food service read more

I'm so happy I got turned down on the other spot because I found this amazing place. Food is great , and service is great. Positive vibes only Thank you Terry for your great service read more

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I'm a fan of this place. It's a dive bar, no doubt, but there is something wonderfully unpretentious about a dive bar in the midst of downtown Jersey City. The last time I was there, I was one of 4-5 people in the bar and was there to watch a basketball game with my buddy. Across the bar from us, two 40-somethings seemed to be having the time of their life: like a couple of teenagers, they were making out, feeling one another up, and generally feeling good. This place is also short on drink options. Don't count on cocktails or wine. I think I had Bud heavy in a bottle. I'll be back. read more

Healy's Tavern isn't just a great place for a beer and music. It is by far the BEST PLACE TO EAT A CHEESE STEAK SANDWICH!!!!!! The steak is a nice cut rib eye steak, cooked the way you like it, topped with a cheddar cheese peppers and onions. The steak is so tender and flavorful. For around 8 bucks u get the cheese steak and a side of fresh cut fries. I have been here several times and my go to place for a brew and a cheese steak. read more

I had to wait for a friend who was suppose to meet me across the street for filopino bbq. NFL games were on and my beer was $3. It's the local's watering hole. Place is not bad. I can't comment on the food here. I agree with John M. read more

Came here unexpectedly while going to a concert nearby. Very chill and food was fine. Wasn't crazy about the selection of drafts on tap but otherwise a delightful experience. Tasty burgers and nice mix of old and new people, family of four sitting next to us with two kids kept high-fiving us while running around and saying hello to the older guys at the bar. This is a terrific old school bar, if you're in the area you'll be treated well and food is solid. read more

I'm an old school kind of gal, and I enjoy a pub with a killer burger and fries. Can I just say that Healy's Tavern is one of THE best places to get all of the above, and then some. There's no fancy-pants signature cocktails here - just good people, good vibes, good food, and a jukebox to boot. I always make my posse travel here when we want reasonably priced drinks and yummy bar food. Occasionally, they'll have specials that the owners have cooked up - like corned beer, for example - but their regular bar menu is just fine too. Like I said, it's not fancy, but it's all greasy and all delicious. (The hand-cut fries are some of the best around!) If you're not in the mood for a burger, give the cheese steaks a try, and the pork bone-in ribs that are honestly melt-in-your mouth delicious. And for the record - for a pub in the heart of Jersey City, they have the cleanest freaking bathroom around! read more

Still time after time the beer is cold and the food is fantastic.... what a better place to chill. For a a few cold ones .... read more

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This place is dangerous to my liver for several reasons: 1. The bartenders/owners/etc are super friendly, and they genuinely make a point to remember you. 2. They don't have a ton of TVs, but the ones they do have are always tuned to the Yankees, Rangers, etc. During the NHL playoffs, they put on the sound for us. 3. The bar food is standard but it's cheap. They also have pork shanks on the menu! 4. They support firemen, cops, and TEACHERS (yes, I am aware it's owned by the mayor's family so this is par for the course, but you should support these people anyway!). Yesterday, they had specials all day and closed off part of the street for an "End of the School Year" party. 5. It is as "local JC" as it gets... the patrons are diverse but have a ton of JC pride and it's fantastic. 6. It is within stumbling distance of my apartment. My one and only gripe is with the very limited beer selection (Yuengling and Guinness are the "fanciest" beers on the list). However, one has to consider that many of the patrons are working class JC people who don't give a crap about craft beer and probably wouldn't drink it if it was there. Music is a little dated but certainly much more tolerable than the Top 40 shit they play at other bars. read more

This is my go to place. Non pretentious Good food. Locals/union workers go earlier. Later younger crowd. Good food. Nice easy going bar vibe. read more

Chi-Town has bars. Bahston has baahs. New York bars. Jersey City has bars too. ...but it seems if you are a JC Cop or Fireman, you have Healy's. Nice atmosphere (if you arent a hipster or college student). Adultish Blue-collar crowd. Classy music always playing. Good place to have a drink. Bad place to get drunk. read more