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    Jack Doyle's Bar & Restaurant

    3.8 (440 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Pubs, Irish
    Open 10:00 am - 4:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Main bar area with the mezzanine dining room on the second floor overlooking.
    Jeff N.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Jack Doyle's was a touch less crowded than the Tailor Public House down the street, and we needed a place that could serve us drinks and have space for one of our friends to enjoy some food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a solid spot that serves solid Guinness pours and Jameson neat, which allowed me to settle into a state of contemplation while Oasis tunes banged out the speakers. My friends enjoyed some bangers and mash, which looked ok, but I didn't have a bite of the dish. The bartenders were reasonably expedient, and the staff were making the rounds to ensure people had what they needed. They were more on top of the flow of traffic than other bars nearby. Jack Doyle's wasn't an intended stop, but it was a solid one as we made our way down to Penn Station to catch the Oasis show that night.

    Spicy Avocado Chicken Wrap
    Kristin A.

    Jack Doyle's has become a go-to spot for drinks & food before a concert at MSG. We stopped in last night before the Lady Gaga tour, and prior to that before Dua Lipa and both visits we had a great time. Their bartenders are super friendly - asking if we were going to the show, and taking song requests to stream in the bar - they usually play the artist that's performing that night. We didn't have any issue getting seats at the bar both times. They have a pretty decent selection of bar food. My spicy avocado chicken wrap last night was really good. My husband liked his sandwiches both times and their waffle fries are worth the upgrade fee. Food comes out quickly. Both times the bartenders treated us to a round of shots on our way out. MSG is a couple blocks down the road so it's a convenient stop either before or after a show. I would definitely recommend making this your pre-concert venue.

    Gretchen B.

    We were in NYC for the Thanksgiving Parade with family including a 9 month old and 3 year old. It was after 6 when my daughter finished work for the parade and we set out to look for a diner. Being Thanksgiving, most places were packed so we decided to duck into Jack Doyles. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was perfect for the kids, a nice loud Irish place with a menu that had something for all of us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd say it's def bar food but it hit the spot. Good beer selection.

    Nachos with Chili
    Erik B.

    Irish pubs are generally not my favorite place to go for dinner but while in a rush to catch a show at Madison Square Garden, I stumbled upon this bar. It was actually quite decent! We got seated right away and ordered drinks, salads, and other food items. Quinoa salad with tuna was delicious and provided enough of a serving size to help make me feel full. The tuna was covered in sesame seed and medium well. The nachos tasted average, but still had a mountain of toppings to taste generally well. The interior decor is quite festive and reflective of the upcoming holidays. Staff were friendly and we managed to wrap everything up within just 20 to 30 minutes. If you're looking for a quick and easy place to eat with good quality food, I would suggest this place.

    Meatball Sandwich
    Victoria K.

    On a random weekday afternoon, vibes chill and this pub is, oddly, extremely nice inside. The bathrooms? Top tier. I ordered the meatball sandwich, which came with cheese and pesto. I am a sucker for a good sandwich with pesto inside, and this was no different. I was honestly so shocked by how well constructed this sandwich was. Like, the bread was just crunchy enough to keep its shape with the meatballs inside but still soft enough that it didn't scratch the top of your mouth or anything while eating it. The only thing is that it was a bit dry, even with the pesto. I still gobbled this entire thing up, though. My friends and I came to yap, and I also appreciated that they let it happen (though the fact that they weren't that busy probably helped). Food was surprisingly good, and the menu touches on a lot of different dishes. There's definitely something for everyone. I'd come back!

    Fish and chips
    Dona F.

    Came here with 3 others before an MSG concert so the place does fill up. The high tops aren't all that comfie. Good selection of beer. My daughter wanted (for a starter) buffalo cauliflower bites but was disappointed to find out they took them off the menu a few weeks prior. It still shows on the online menu A friend had the mahi mahi which she liked. Mexican chopped salad was tasty I had the fish and chips which was served in 3 pieces instead of a whole fish looking more like large fish sticks. The batter was mushy and could have been more crunchy. It's a convenient spot for a bite before a show

    Grilled chicken avocado wrap.
    Amanda G.

    Me and my bestie were pleasantly surprised at this MSG adjacent pub. After a long morning of brunching and cocktailing, we were once again hungry by 2pm. Mind your business. Cities will always be it for me but sometimes the sheer amount of food options available are overwhelming. We decided to just walk and see what we found. When that failed miserably - one place we stopped in was serving brunch til 4 (absurd btw) - we took a break and browsed through Yelp. My friend was taking the train back home so we decided to stay close to Penn Station. We picked this spot and hoped for the best. It was great - warm and festive inside and not overly crowded. Surprisingly, the prices were normal! We ordered a grilled chicken avocado wrap and a burger, both served with fries. Very tasty! With. Diet Coke and a beer the price came in around $51. Not too shabby. Fat things: This place loves high tables and wood stools. I requested a low table (feet belong on the ground - at least mine do because they fall asleep otherwise). The hostess said the only low table was by the door and it gets cold with traffic coming in and out but we were comfortable. YMMV. I would come here again on days where the sports fans are few and far between. My rowdy days are behind me.

    Tyler L.

    This is your average midtown Irish pub. It looks well maintained, is very spacious with a lot of seating and is a quiet and relaxed type of place. It is located on a quieter street between avenues. If they were located on 7th or 8th avenue, I feel like they would have twice as much as business. The drinks are all fairly priced too. They have beers on draft or in bottles for $6 to $8, and cocktails around $14. My friends and I came here to enjoy some drinks and watch some sports.

    Chicken special
    Amazia K.

    It was just ehh Extremely loud inside. It was like 4pm and sounded like a bar at midnight. Not my thing for when I want to have dinner. Waitstaff was nice no complaints. Food was boring honestly. My medium burger was well done. Nothing was seasoned. It is truly mid food

    St Vincent'sHospital, School of Nursing, Class of '65

    Hey Brendan! I want to thank you so much for making our St Vincent's Hospital, School of Nursing 60th Reunion celebration a great time! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The Christmas Decor set the scene and your girls are just amazing as were the gentlemen who helped with the set up and clean up.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We loved that beautifully, comfortable space they set for us- all low top tables and quickly responding to any of our requests.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It made for a warm, homey, atmosphere; it was like one, big, happy family, your staff included.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was wonderful and you created a lovely colorful menu that was customized just to us. It was so easy to make arrangements with you and I would highly recommend your place. We are planning to come back next year for our 61st!

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    Excellent food and drink. Friendly service, clean location considering how busy it is. Loud AF but otherwise very enjoyable

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    Food was great but it was incredibly loud in their. Like nightclub loud. Hard to have a conversation.

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    Typical Irish bar. Decent food. Friendly staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Can get super crowded on nights of events near by.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    everything here is extremely underwhelming. food is mediocre at best and the service is really awful. I won't ever go back

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    Great Irish pub near MSG. Tenders are hand breaded and delicious! Beverages are strong and cold!!

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    Is this place 21 and over?

    Like most restaurants, people under 21 can eat food and have non-alcoholic drinks. But if you are over 21, you can have alcohol

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