The best! If you are in the lower part of the city I highly recommend O'Hara's. I drink here on occasion, sometimes on my own and the bar staff always make me feel welcome and are extremely tentative. There is always a great atmosphere, so much that some times I stay longer than I intended. If you do venture to the venue, ask to see the book from behind the bar, there is a very interesting history with the venue. read more

Came here for the first time after work with coworkers on a Thursday, and I can see why O'Hara's has such a loyal following. I'm not entirely sure of the story behind it, but the walls are covered from floor to ceiling with first responder patches from around the world. It's incredibly charming, and I'd love to know the history behind the collection. The crowd seemed to be an even mix of tourists and locals, with plenty of regulars who clearly feel at home here. The staff was warm, attentive, and impressively efficient. Several of the bartenders are former military, and you can tell they run the bar with precision and professionalism--everything felt organized without losing the welcoming neighborhood pub atmosphere. I didn't get a chance to try the food, but they offer classic American and Irish pub fare, and everything I saw coming out of the kitchen looked good. I'll definitely be back to give it a try. read more

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Pub has a lot of history as a spot for cops and firefighters before and after 9/11. It was very cool to see all the patches everywhere along with American flags. Food looks good though we just had a couple of pints before our next destination. Service was fast and friendly we were greeted as soon as we walked in which was nice. read more

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When I pictured eating in a Irish Pub in New York O'Hara's is where I always imagined. The onion rings are fried and crispy and the honey mustard adds lots of flavor to the onion rings that I have never tasted before. The BLT sandwhich had crisp fresh iceburg lettuce and the bacon was crispy and not over cooked at all. Multiple workers have checked on us and it was a packed restaurant. It feels like I am a regular as I am treated with love and a high level of friendly service. The atmosphere is perfect and feels just like a bunch of people who know each other in a bar. There was a small issue with something in a glass of the ice water and the server apologized twice and brought us a new glass no questions asked. That is a high level of service for a pub. Would highly recommend this place. read more

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This a tourist attraction. If you just want a restaurant that has walls covered with badges from departments of police and fire from all over the world this place is for you! The food is not good at all. There's hardly any Irish fare, the portions are small. Even the fries suck. Service is also not good. It's very crowded and understaffed. And you get all of that with legit NYC prices. What a waste of an evening dinner. So many great restaurants in the city and I fell for the positive reviews read more

O'Hara's is a legend in NYC and steps away from the WTC - Cortland subway stop, the PATH, the Oculus and the 9-11 Memorial. This makes it a tourist destination but you'll also find locals enjoying a pint and a burger. I've visited twice and both times had the burger salad. It was good. I've definitely had better burgers in NYC but the vibe and service here stands out. It's your typical NYC Irish pub - you'll find a lot of them. But it's anything but typical. First responder badges cover the walls and you can just feel the spirit of downtown NY around you. On a recent visit, I learned the owner has a giant photo album of photos and news clippings from 9-11 recovery efforts and clean up. The people at the table next to me were from Toronto and asked to see it. I glanced over at their table, not realizing at first what it was, and emotions swept over me when I saw the photo of the towers. "Wow," I said softly and then apologized for intruding. They invited me to look on with them but I couldn't ... (I still haven't been to the museum yet, either.) O'Hara's is a must-visit for locals or tourists. It's also a super convenient meeting spot for a quick business lunch, affordable burgers and sandwiches or a happy hour beer after work. I know I'll be back many times. read more

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Great service in this local pub. Quick, attentive and very pleasant. Absolutely loved the decor with all the patches and emblems from around the world. We started the meal off with their steak nachos which were pretty good, but I would have loved to see it come with sour cream and a bit of salsa. I had the Ten House burger cooked medium. It was ok. Nothing to write home about but the flavors were less than I'd hoped for. My date picked up the BLT which they thought was fair. Not sure if I'd run back to this pub but then again I wouldn't say no if we were in the area. read more

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O'Hara's Restaurant and pub, home to a lot of first responder patches You can definitely tell this is a local favorite. We started with a flatbread pizza and then shared a turkey club. Yum! read more

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Came here on my trip to new york. Food was okay but could've been more flavorful. Liked all of the patches around the pub. Service was good everyone was nice. A pretty good place to go. Oink. read more

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Awesome bar with an amazing history, and loyal clientele, and a stellar staff. It was great to experience this place while on my trip to New York. read more

Truly enjoyed Penne A La Vodka with grilled chicken or shrimp and Mini Smashed cheeseburgers with sweet potato fries or waffle fries ..We added extra vodka sauce .. Buffalo wings and Bulldog sandwich were ok , probably would not order either again .. Definitely will order again from O'Hara's. read more

Came here last night for comfort food and drinks Service was great! Staff was super friendly Our servers didn't miss a beat all night, as busy as they were there was little to no waiting on food and drinks. The food was good I had the 10 house burger and fry's, it's a loud Pub with lots of firefighter wall art to look at. read more

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I stopped here for a quick bite and a cold beer while walking around the area during a break. I got the buffalo chicken fingers and my friend got the fried zucchini sticks. The zucchini sticks were so good and the marinara sauce was delicious. Chicken fingers were OK. Spicy enough! A cool Irish pub adorned with many patches on the walls of public service organizations. Police, firefighters from all over! The service was friendly too. Great music playing! read more

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Burgers were delicious and the ambience was great! My husband and I stopped by for lunch after a 9/11 tour and were very happy we did.

Fun local pub. Nice crowd. Busy when you want busy. I was there for the Knicks playoff game. Nice servers. Would steer clear of the mozzarella sticks but chicken tenders were better. read more

It's the story behind the scene that is the draw.... First place to open after 9/11.... They opened for the first responders... now every patch from every where lines the ceiling, the walls... every square inch is covered..... The food is okay too... read more

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O'Hara's is a decent enough spot with moving history and a meaningful tribute to first responders, and it's definitely a tourist magnet. The atmosphere is lively, though it can feel a bit cramped and loud. The food and beer selection are standard, but fine for a quick bite near the 9/11 Memorial. It's good spot for a Guinness and a bite. read more

An absolute must when in NYC!! The staff is amazing, great prices on drinks and ask about their scrapbook from 9/11! read more

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Great bar in a special place. Cool decor with all the First Responder patches on the walls. We spotted San Antonio & ATX as we walked to our table. Service was good. We just each ordered a beer and shared sweet potato fries. Definitely stop in, even if for just a drink! read more

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One of the few places in the Financial District that's open late night for food. Stopped for a few burgers 10:30 PM on a Sunday. The food is your average standard bar food. Beer is your best drink bet. Service was very friendly. However the decor is the real charm of this place - filled with first responder patches. Definitely a must visit. read more

Much love and respect for O'Hara's. As someone that used to work at 140 Broadway prior to that awful day, O'Hara's was one of the places frequented after work. It's taken me nearly 24 years to make my way back down in that area. Several people told me what O'Hara's has done and secretly, I'm a sucker for a good ole Irish Pub. We were able to score two bar seats and once we sat and saw the patches, the emotions kicked in. I'm not gonna try and describe it, just go Now for the review. We were greeted immediately by the bartender once we sat. He came over and wiped down the area. Right there I could tell he would be good. Ordered a double Tito's and Soda with lemon and no complaints. Wife asked for a local beer, bartender provided a sample and she ordered. Can't remember the name but it was a lager. Started with a French Onion Soup, which had nice flavor. Kinda disappointed no toasted baguette, but still a very good soup. I had the Reuben and it was hearty and meat tender. Onion rings were crispy, but certainly typical pub rings. My wife enjoyed her wrap and the fries were on point. read more

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O'Hara's is a great, local watering hole in the Financial District that is my office's default for casual lunches, post work happy hour gatherings & late night drinks. We usually always run into people who know too. Lots of tv screens, great service, bar food (love their cheeseburgers, sliders & platters of chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, fried zucchini & onion rings) & drinks of course. I usually get a vodka based drink (vanilla stoli & ginger ale) or a cider beer. Bartenders are great, quick & helpful. Shout out to Jimmy & Mike! Every time that I visit NYC, we usually have a meet up here, for nostalgia & good times. read more

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Atmosphere is AMAZING! This pub was damaged on 9/11, and stands behind first responders who have made its continued existence possible! The food, pub fare, was delicious, the drinks were great, but the LOVE is the Best! read more

O'Hara's Restaurant and Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - New York, New York

Love this. We had visited the 911 memorial and it was late. We had a child with us and we badly needed food. It was busy and by a stroke of luck We got in when we did. They were amazingly accommodating. And we ordered food. Food was great after a great visit. They have amazing food and drinks. And they were also a sports bar. And show sports on TV. You can also get an ohara's tee shirt at 15 bucks. We all got one! My hubby and I shared a combo of two hot dogs and onion rings! Fantastic place!! read more

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I'm glad we researched and found this spot as it was the perfect compliment to end a very somber morning at the 911 museum. The fact that this establishment focuses on celebrating the first responders, as evidenced by the many many patches from all around the world from first responders on the walls, is a very positive vibe. they do hold the tables in the bar for people who are ordering a meal and as we were ordering lunch, we were seated very quickly. It is typical tavern, fair, but I would say that my Buffalo chicken sandwich had more chicken in it than I've ever had in any chicken wrap before! the flavors were fantastic. My husband had the Cajun chicken tenders (one of today's specials), they were grilled and he said they were excellent. I had a bottle of beer and he had a draught. $51 Love the positive vibe here and it brightened up our day. Thank you! read more

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This pub is a must-visit place in NYC's Financial District as it has great vibes and friendly staff, specially at the bar. It's spacious with so many booths, tables, high chairs and bar seats. Many comfort food options and of course good selection of beer on tap. It also has a lot of history to it; they have even created a story book for 9/11 tragedy and all the firefighters who came to help and how this pub was damaged and the story of repairing and bringing it back to life. read more

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So - they have been open since 1983, & given their contributions to the 1st responders of 9/11, are rightly & well deservedly now a historic site in their own right. That being said, I can imagine that between 1983 & 2001, this was probably a good place to grab a meal & a drink downtown, on a dark side street without much foot traffic or many other businesses in a historic pub atmosphere. However, given their proximity to WTC & the WTC museum, they are now completely & utterly overrun by tourists, in the worst possible way. The bartender also seemed angered & miserable about this, & was visibly rude & mean to them. I honestly don't blame him. If I worked here & had to deal with clueless (& worse) tourist throngs day in & day out, I would probably be angry & rude to everyone too. The prices here are definitely reasonable for the area, but if you are hungry, beware-the portions are what would be considered "European", & skimpy by American standards. If you are trying to cut calories, though, then it's perfect. It's also a free country, & you can just order more food if you want to gorge yourself. The ingredients are also relatively low quality, & the Buffalo wings had no seasoning or breading - only deep fried with a watery Buffalo sauce that did not stick to them. Very disappointing ! It's not hard to make decent Buffalo wings - please research this! In any case, the beers are cold & fresh, & the tap lines are clean, & the bartender is very attentive to keeping customers drinks flowing. If you are a tourist going to WTC, you might as well go here. Otherwise, there are def better Irish pubs downtown, including The Irish American. read more

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Went with my 80+ mom for an "at the bar"' dinner after a day of travel. Lovely conversation with the bartender and other patrons. Mom had feedback on the French onion sou ("grill/brown the onions longer") which was received with humor and grace. read more

O'Hara's Restaurant and Pub - Manhattan burger with sweet potato fries and a Nitro Stout in the background. - Irish Pub Near Me - New York, New York

I had the most moving experience and best food. Located right across from the 911 Memorial, walking in it is a bit overwhelming, the walls are covered in first responders patches from across the globe and turns into an overwhelming feeling of pride. Old school pub! Great food, great drinks and service. Get the nachos! Trust me! It is listed under appetizers but is a meal on it's own. read more

This is a must do stop while visiting NYC. We understood the proximity to ground zero and had heard of some of the 9/11 history but to see it in person puts it into perspective. We had the honor of meeting Paul who shared with us some of the amazing stories that have taken place at O'Hara's and the book of memories is an absolute treasure. The people that have walked in and found refuge during the most difficult of times and then to come back and celebrate the wins of those heroes. Ugh. Speechless. This place embodies what I envisioned as the strength that we witnessed all those years ago. I could go on and on. There are a couple entrances. We didn't realize this until we left. We were at the bar at the upper level and it was a great environment for rooting on your football team. I got the Reuben and it's made with corned beef. Delicious! Before we left we purchased shirts to support the Tunnel to Towers foundation. We didn't know what to expect with all the crazy news about NYC but this bar was full of red blooded Americans. We'll be back. read more

Very nice place with good beer. Would have given it 5 stars but the staff were not very friendly. Bartender was welcoming but I still had a beer looked around and left after paying my bill. read more

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Definitely a must visit if you are visiting the 9/11 museum. This place really brings home the love that the locals have for their beloved New York / Manhattan. It's a great spot to hang out at lunch time with a cold beer with friends and the staff are attentive and lovely. Only slight downside is the food - I'll probably not order any food from there again. The Irish stew was okay but nothing to write home about and was obviously microwaved within an inch of its life as it was super hot on the outside and cold in the middle. We will definitely be back though next time we are in the area read more

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After a chilling visit to 9-11 memorial- this place provided an uplifting lunch. Located at ground zero. Thousands of police -firefighters patches adorn the walls. Fast efficient service. Had good tasting burger,with fries - tall draft beer. Had people from Germany & London seated on either side of my table read more

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My wife and I just visited the 9/11 memorial and after the heaviness of the morning decided to have a drink and a snack. We sat at the bar, and was completely ignored by the bartender. He would talk to every other " Man" at the bar and would not give us the time of day. I asked for a menu and he looked at me and didn't even acknowledge me. I am not sure if he hates women, gays, or is just a complete douche bag. If you are not a middle age man do not go here. The food was also inedible, but more importantly the middle age bartender was a complete asshole ! read more

This place is iconic. The servers are very friendly. they deal with a lot of tourists yet still maintain a very patient positive attitude. Came here for lunch with a group of friends. We ordered lunch and got drinks from this place being very iconic the food and drink we're not very special. It was typical bar food and regular canned drinks, drafts wine and cocktails. I particularly did not enjoy my meal and my friends also, we're not delighted with their meal as well. Visiting and you wanted to check this place out. Just grab a drink and roll. read more

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We were a little confused as there are two ways to get into the restaurant. We came through the bar, but were told there were no tables available and several people waiting to be seated. That's when we learned about the other entrance. We were able to seat at the bar right away and you can order from the same menu, so that worked just fine. The bartender promptly took our order though he was extremely busy. Our food was delicious! We definitely enjoyed our lunch here and would recommend having a meal here if you are in the area. read more

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I try to limit my one star reviews, but I have rarely been as offended or infuriated at an establishment as I have at this miserable excuse for a dive bar down near the Oculus. Popped in here on a weekday evening around 9pm to try to catch the end of a playoff hockey game after a nearby gallery visit, completely sober. My girlfriend and I each popped into the a restroom on way in, then I went to bar to settle in and order a drink. Apparently a bouncer followed my girlfriend to restroom, and harassed her while in there to get out, accusing her of bringing in an outside drink (completely untrue/inaccurate), followed her to me and grabbed me by shoulder to tell us he was kicking us out. I fortunately hadn't ordered and decided discretion was the better part of valor and a bar fight not the right move, but I have rarely been more irate, getting kicked out of a not even mid, wannabe Irish dive bar for no cause when I simply wanted to grab a Guinness and catch the end of a game. Fortunately found a nicer, welcoming hotel bar nearby for a real drink and actual hospitality and to watch a Rangers win (alas they of course would not go all the way), but I'll make it a personal mission to tell anyone I can get the ear of to avoid this rude, unwelcoming hellhole. read more

Fantastic bar, amazing ambiance supporting first responders who bring an item from where they work to apply to the walls. This location makes it a little more special as it is very close to the World Trade Center Memorial given the ambiance. We had some mozzarella sticks and a burger along with some beer. All of it was what you would expect from bar food. The service was adequate we were the only two customers for about 30 min as we were there at the opening but as more patrons came in our service did not take a hit they staff was still attentive. read more

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Popped in for a late lunch after visiting 9-11 memorial. Even with a party of 5 we were seated right away. The bar was packed. Most watching the soccer game. Our waiter was awesome. Very attentive. We ordered a variety of food that we shared. Sorry no food pics. I was tired read more

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I have to admit, it was a little intimidating walking in as a woman alone as it was crowded and well as my first time in O'Hara's. The owner came up to me and greeted me and sat me at a table. Once there, I sat and just looked around at all the badges that were posted on all the walls and even the ceiling. It was just an impressive site and an extreme reminder what this bar/pub means to so many. The menu had a lot to offer. I had a grilled cheese sandwich with tomatoes and bacon. Oh my goodness, it was awesome. I actually ended up eating it with a fork and knife because it was that big and messy, Loved every bite. My waiter was nice and another waiter kept coming by asking if everything was good. The owner checked on me a few times as well. I absolutely appreciated it. I noticed the waitstaff all had the same shirts on and asked about them, my waiter said they were for sale. I bought two. I wish I had known about the scrapbook. I would have wanted to see it, I would go back in a New York Minute, pun intended. It's a must stop. read more