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Go hungry! Portions are huge, our meals were delicious, and the service was fantastic! read more

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5 stars because the staff and experience was AMAZING!!! Sat at the bar and ordered two Reuben's to-go. Ordered two Old Fashioned drinks while we waited. The drinks were EXCELLENT! Strong & Good!!! And the bartenders were super cool. The food came out in 5 mins. But I was so sad because I wasn't ready for the conversation to end with the bartenders. The Reuben's were good. If you're from Detroit, then you're not going to like this Reuben. It's cut thin and the meat is a little dry and hard. But, it has flavor. And was spruced up when I added the hot mustard and slaw to the sandwich. If you don't like slaw and hot mustard and just want a Reuben how it comes, this isn't the place for you. The fries were pretty good and crunchy. Highly recommend if you're in the area and need a good bar! read more

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Eddie F.

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Catherine was an absolute dimepiece. Trust me we will be back never in my life have I had a blue moon as delicious as I had today. Not only were the drinks delicious the atmosphere was electric anytime you're in NYC hit this place up and make Catherine's day read more

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Kim M.

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Came to this Irish pub since it was near my hotel and had a beer while I waited for my to go order. The server and I had a miscommunication but Celeste the owner I believe, was able to resolve the issue with so much love and grace! As for the food... the reviews on the chicken pot pie were not lying! WOW! The best I've ever had. 10/10. Celeste was amazing and so was the food. Anytime I come to New York I will be stopping by. read more

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the man waiting tables at this restaurant is threatening and scary. 4 women entering your store and immediately feeling scared is not a good sign. Do better read more

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Courtenay O.

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We returned - for the delightful service & excellent food! My pot pie was as good as I remembered. Husband had the corned beef, fries and slaw again. The sandwich wasn't as big as the remembered, and even though a tad drier, it was as good as the crispy fries and just right creamy slaw. We sat at a high top, which was perfect for people watching. There is an area in the back with tables for small and large groups. We love the Irish vibes, and especially our dark haired Irish wait staff (Catherine?). Perfect! read more

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Jose G.

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Good Irish pub right on 9th Avenue they do have solid onion rings and the best potato skins ever

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Great place to hangout, with friends and family. The food is very good and they have a variety of dishes. The service was excellent. We will definitely go back. read more

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Great neighborhood experience. Stayed for the music after 10:00 PM and had a wonderful time.

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Dying for a good pint of Guiness and found Scallywag's. Jackpot!! Great pint turned into pintS!! Bartender lady was extremely funny, friendly and just great. Loved the old school irish pub feel too. Cannot wait to be back. Was informed that the chicken pot pie and shepherds pie are delicious so we are looking forward to trying them read more

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Whenever even made it in! Friends and I were scouring HK for the perfect local to have a 30yr reunion from our opening night on Broadway of the 95 revival of HELLO, DOLLY! starring the legendary Carol Channing! Was thrilled to hear we landed on Scallywag's. When stopping in prior to our event, to get details, we were met with a very unenthusiastic employee and the details were basically "rules"we were to abide by, not meandering through the restaurant was highlight! Needless to say we took our substantial business to the Celtic Playwright Tavern on 8th between W45&W46. 100% better. Very accommodating. Lovely staff and service! Especially given we were a large group and it had been so last minute no thanks to the scallywags at Scallywshgs! AND The Celtic is currently surrounded by construction for "The Torch" and still was an incredible evening! read more

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This is my spot! When you're in the mood for a Irish pub close to Penn Station and Port Authority, this is your place! We went on a Friday night when they have live music. We had a few snacks as well (mozzarella sticks and fries) which hit the spot late night. It's a classic Irish pub with Guinness and Jameson of course! Staff are friendly and even gave us a free shot! Def recommend checking out this spot especially on a Friday night! read more

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Chris N.

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Steady as they come! Casual Irish pub with fun atmosphere and excellent menu for after work, especially after a Tradeshow at the Javits Center. Service with a smile (and a snide remark) to welcome you in. read more

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Denis L.

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I'm so glad I stumbled across this place. I'm from Ireland and I'm always happy when I find a genuine Irish pub. This is the real deal; it's wrong and operated by a Dublin man and I'm at several other Irish people who work there the pub has a great feel and ambience And the drinks and food were good quality and fairly priced. Service was very efficient and friendly. Now I know what my first stop will be next time I'm in NYC. Recommended. read more

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Lee R.

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Came to Scallywags last night for the Shepard's Pie. It was the best ever Shell Pie! Cathy is a fantastic bar tender who pours the perfect Guinness. Back again tonight, this time for the bangers and mash. Another outstanding meal and perfect Guinness pour. Scallywags does not disappoint. A wonderful neighborhood pub. Already looking forward to my next trip to New York. read more

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Jayda D.

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Came here looking for some good food and live music, Ro and her team did NOT disappoint!!! We had the pot pie, meatloaf, and fish & chips. Everything was amazing including the service. Mike blessing our ears with his talent tied everything all together for a memorable night! Thank you Ro!! (we came back the next night for more!) read more

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This was a great bar with wonderful customer service. The Sheppard's pie was delicious., if you're in the area definitely stop in. read more

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Mary K.

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great bar, great bartenders, great owner, great food! they have really good musicians i believe on thursdays and fridays. not overly crowded for the location. always love stopping in here. read more

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Anna F.

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Visiting NYC at Christmas time means navigating big crowds and long lines! The best places to eat, however, are just a couple blocks over from the crowded tourist traps. Yesterday my family and I had lunch at Scallywag's. We walked in and were immediately greeted by the bartender. The decor was warm and lovely- very festive. A hostess/server welcomed us and took us to our table. We ordered nachos and wings as apps. I will forever compare every other restaurant's wings to theirs! I love that they still give you carrots along with the celery (when and why did restaurants stop doing this???). They were the perfect amount of crispy and saucey. And the nachos were delicious, too. We then ordered a bunch of Shepard's pies and Caesar salads. Everything was wonderful. But the best part was our server! She was a tiny woman with the cutest accent and big personality. When we left, our server, another server, and the bartender all said goodbye- not in the scripted corporate regurgitation of goodbyes, (like the trendy and super obnoxious "welcome in!"), but just in a sincere "hey- we're really glad you stopped by" kinda way. Great food, awesome staff, and a lovely break from the Christmas crowds. read more

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Came by for some quick drinks, would definitely return for the service alone. Our server was cracking us up with her quick witted responses, and very attentive. Pub was clean and just a great spot for a no frills, good drinks, and good vibes. read more

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Lee W.

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Always a great spot to end the day. Friendly staff, reasonable drinks, live music and great food. Avoid the tourist traps and support a local business! read more

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Brynn F.

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This little dive bar, little by my account since I am not from here. It's a local fave and you can tell when you come in. If you want a great martini, you really should stop by and have one. I am sure the locals are like there is a 100 other places to get a better one. They have a live band playing most nights, it's Irish dive-y, chill and laid back. Something about this place just smells and says hey you're home and belong here. If you're the bro club person fuck off and go somewhere else. If you want a place that makes you have a good time and chill, come on in. Damn I should be a sales person for this place. Haha. I'll keep coming back every trip I have to NYC! read more

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Bradford B.

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Can't say enough good about this place. We're visiting NYC from Oregon. The food was OUTSTANDING and Owen was the perfect server! Generous portions seasoned perfectly! Fun beer list. Love this place! read more

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Brooke L.

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First day in New York City and we found this pub and decided to try it out! The interior is beautifully decorated and our waiter was so sweet and on top of things. We ordered the appetizer sampler and everything was absolutely delicious. One of our group members ordered the chicken pot pie as his main course and described it as the most delicious thing he had ever eaten. I would recommend checking this place out if you're vacationing in NYC or if you live there! read more

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Alan T.

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This is a legit pub. Come here if you want the lib feel. I loved it. Walked in with some friends and sat at the bar. There was live music playing which was great. Bartender was super friendly. Quick with the drinks and short on talk. Straight pub feel. I enjoyed it a lot. Also, you could tell that locals come here. I just felt it. It was one of the few bars that was open after midnight. No issues here. Had a great time. Heavy pours. Entertaining space. read more

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Nikki S.

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AMAZING PUB. We were in town for a vacation. Heard that LA Chargers fans gather her for games and decided to join in. The bartender, Roe, was adorable. Food was incredible, drinks well poured and ambiance fabulous!!! read more

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Katt E.

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The food and customer service were great! We recently moved out of state but next time we're in the area we will be sure to visit 100%.

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Ginette P.

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We picked this place since it was convenient & they offered happy hour specials on the weekend. HH specials were not much it's for their Beer & Margaritas no flavors , except regular & apple I mean the regular Margarita was not bad , apple ok , Beers were decent. We had a group of 6 so after a few drinks we got some food the Appetizer platter & Nachos. Good Chicken wings & chicken tenders , good Mozzarella sticks , decent Onion rings & Potato wedges. Good Nachos these food were prefect for our table to share. Big place with plenty seating , bar area upfront service was good & prices were not bad we hand an enjoyable time. read more

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Jon B.

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I have been coming to Scallywags for years both for drinks and grub. It really is a proper Irish bar with the bartenders sporting their UK tongues and cheeky personalities . In addition to a friendly , down to earth vibe , you will find a genuine crowd and zero attitude ( it does not seem like it's in NY). They even have live music ! What's underrated is the food - I have had several items like the burger , but today had the chicken Caesar which was damn good ! Highly recommend for a taste of Ireland as well as a good beer ! read more

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Good service and really good food. Very relaxed and warm environment. 1 star off for the incorrect billing calculation at the end. read more

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Good food, fun atmosphere, and well priced! Great place to have a beer and some good Irish food. read more

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Nice people, run by folks from Ireland. Seems to be a place that has a regular following. Observed several of the people coming in that the bartender(s) knew by name. Classic Irish pub. Decent pricing for a pint on tap. Cathy the bartender was funny, had a good sense of humor. We had the mozzarella sticks and that was regular. Not terrible not fantastic. However the barvarian pretzels were EXCELLENT. It came with 2 different types of mustard. One spicy and one sweet like a honey mustard. It's too bad St Paddy's is on a Sunday this year and I have to work otherwise I'd come here. I'll bet it would be a blast. I'll be back! read more

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Ryan P.

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I was not expecting much after the day I'd had but this place was great for evening drinks and the BURGER was FANTASTIC. Was not expecting that great of food from a random bar but I got something way better than I'd hoped. even after taking the burger and fries to go every single bite was great and I would definitely be back if I'm in the area again. read more

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Great find. Cozy authentic Irish Pub . Great bartender & server. We felt welcome as soon as we stepped in. Wish we were staying in NYC longer. It would be nice if the music started earlier than 10pm. read more

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Justin B.

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We've been hanging out here since 10:00ish and it's now 1:15. Great atmosphere. Live music and everyone is singing along and dancing. Great service and a free drink or two. I don't know if it's this much fun every night but it sure was tonight. read more

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Great Irish pub! Ask for Rose to make you an Espresso Martini! Great atmosphere! Guinness is on point too! read more

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Great pub! I went for the bangers and mashed which came with excellent baked beans. The mashed was creamy and delicious, though the bangers, while tasty were a bit skinny for my appetite. Had a pint of Scalliwag's excellent Amber too, which was perfect! Service was great. Very friendly and welcoming. This one definitely stays on my NYC list! read more

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Brilliant Irish food and atmosphere, close to Penn Station and Port Authority. You'll want to try the smoked salmon with a pint, the lads sure will take good care of you! read more

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Good food and cool bartender from Northern Ireland! Very calm during the day when I was here. read more

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Irish pub and place to eat near our hotel in manhattan by Times Square. Cool atmosphere. Our waitress was actually Irish so that was cool and authentic. We got a free shot of fireball for our yelp check in. I got the chicken quesadilla. It was solid. My buddy got a few ipa's that he seemed to enjoy. Cool little Irish place. read more

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508 9th Ave
New York, NY 10018
Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen
Directions
(646) 490-4803
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Hours

What time does Scallywags open?

Scallywags opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Scallywags close?

Scallywags closes at 4:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 4:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Scallywags take credit cards?

Yes, Scallywags takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Scallywags have catering options?

No, Scallywags does not have catering options.

Does Scallywags have a happy hour?

Yes, Scallywags has a happy hour.

Does Scallywags serve alcohol?

Yes, Scallywags serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Scallywags allow dogs?

No, Scallywags does not allow dogs.

Does Scallywags have TVs?

Yes, Scallywags has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Scallywags have bike parking?

Yes, Scallywags has bike parking.

Does Scallywags have outdoor seating?

No, Scallywags does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Scallywags have parking?

Yes, Scallywags has parking options. Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Scallywags allow outdoor smoking?

No, Scallywags does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Scallywags have free WiFi?

Yes, Scallywags has free WiFi.

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Specialties

We are an Irish Pub and Restaurant that specialises in great food, great drinks and a whole lot of fun! We have live music every night, a happy hour that will definitely have you smiling. We serve lunch and dinner daily, late night snacks, and we also serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Sundays brunch is served with a little jazz on the side, followed by a good old Irish Seisun. We also have a private room available for all your special occasions. Stop in, relax and unwind we would love to meet you.

History

Established in 2012.

Used to be called the Albert Hall Tavern and is now under new management under the name Scallywag's NYC.

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I went to Malone's twice this month as I was visiting NYC for work. The first time I had the…read moreshepherd's pie, which was top notch, and a most excellent old fashioned. Highly recommended. The next visit I decided to try the fish and chips. They were fine but not excellent; when I go back I'll have the shepherd's pie again. As others have said, it is super noisy at the bar but very quiet and peaceful in back. They had the World Cup games on the TVs which was good for me. The wait staff is attentive and the manager/owner (not sure) was very friendly and showed me the breakfast menu...which I didn't have a chance to try. I will be back.

We were looking for breakfast and saw a good rating, so we stopped in. The bar is in the front, and…read morea super friendly guy asked if we wanted to eat and offered to take us to the restaurant. We had sliders, tomato bisque, and beef hash with eggs. Everything was incredibly good. It all came out hot. The sliders had grilled onions, and the meat was nicely seasoned. The hash was so delicious; it might be the best I've ever had. Overall, it was a great experience with attentive, helpful service in a fun and clean Irish bar. I will come back here again!

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4.2(153 reviews)

0.7 mi•Midtown West

Seated at the bar immediately. Over 60 taps! Bartender knew his beer and made a great…read morerecommendation. $10 a pour. Didn't get food as we were on a wait list for dinner.

I only grabbed a beer but the bartender was really nice. The place is 2 stories and can…read moreaccommodate large groups. The food menu looked good as well. Most people knew each other and everyone was nice.

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Connolly's Pub & Restaurant

3.6(267 reviews)

0.9 mi•Midtown East

I mean, twist my arm to go eat the best ever corned beef and cabbage of my life on St Paddy's day…read moreafter watching the parade in NYC

Yummy food, with great service. Plenty of food options for any tastebud. Good variety of drinks to…read morechoose from, with lots of seating options. When all else fails, you can't go wrong stopping by Connolly's.

0.6 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

Downstairs bar area. Lots of other dining rooms available.

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Connolly's Pub & Restaurant

3.7(645 reviews)

Huge 3 story bar located adjacent to Theater District, 6th, and up from Bryant Park…read more Been here for many benefits on the third floor where the room is spacious, bar was flowing, and buffet was a bit more than just bar food. Same with the ground floor- great service, nice staff, and commuter, tourist, and theater-goer mix,

Connolly's is an absolute icon in New York City. It is exactly what you want in an Irish pub, and…read morethe staff here are incredible - many of them have been here for years, which really speaks to the heart of the place. I've been coming here for 15+ years specifically for the live music. I remember when the cover was typically $10, $15, or $20. However, when we went this evening, the cover was $40 per person. For a casual night out, that felt quite steep, especially since the pricing wasn't listed on the website. I still love the atmosphere and the history here, but I wish the cover charges were more transparent online so guests could plan accordingly. Definitely a "live and learn" moment - I'll be sure to call ahead next time to check the door price!

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Annie Moore's Bar & Restaurant

3.6(232 reviews)

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Go to place for an unpretentious meal nearby Grand Central, Bryant Park, or shopping on 5th…read more Never been upstairs or here after 9 PM- just between 11 and 9 on weekends and weekdays. Ground floor can be packed at weekday lunch or after 4 PM- lots of commuter traffic. Bar and restaurant in back serves an eclectic menu and is NOT just pub grub. We have ordered fish and upscale Italian here, which was tasty and fresh! Service can be slow either when it is packed or, strangely, when mostly empty, but usually is fine and unrushed. If I had outta town folks in the neighborhood, this would be my go to for a down- to-earth good value and tasty meal.

Pretty confused by this establishment. They do not close until 1:00 am but somehow decided to make…read moreour group who spent money there leave at 11 pm . They rudely told us to leave ("Get out") without saying they're closing (which they werent nor asking us to open a new tab). We were all calm professionals just mingling and not causing trouble but they decided to throw us out. There were 10 other people still at the bar so it definitely felt like racial discrimination since we were the only people of color. Even if it wasnt a race issue, very strange that instead of politely asking we leave, they just shouted at us to get out well before closing time.

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The Perfect Pint

3.6(459 reviews)

1.1 mi•Midtown East

Pretty typical Irish pub, was there for Knicks game. Good specials and good was good and quick…read more Good energy

The "Perfect" Pint is apparently a far cry from reality…read more Our server, Ruffino, seemed perfectly cordial at first, but that changed rather quickly when we discovered a 20% automatic gratuity added to our bill without any prior notice. We didn't find out about this little surprise until the check was placed on our table. Nothing like discovering an extra charge at the end of your meal that apparently everyone was supposed to know about except the customers. We went downstairs to the host stand and asked to speak with a manager. We were informed that there was no manager on duty--apparently, just a staff of bartenders. When we questioned the automatic gratuity, we were told that all orders over $100 automatically receive a 20% gratuity. There was just one small problem: we had never been informed of this policy, nor did we see it posted anywhere. We politely asked for the charge to be removed since it had not been disclosed to us. We were told there was "nothing that could be done." Naturally, we then went back to Ruffino and asked to speak with his boss. We were promptly brought the exact same person we had already spoken with downstairs--who then proceeded to tell Ruffino to remove the gratuity. So apparently, there was something that could be done. Good to know. Unfortunately, the situation then went from questionable customer service to outright disrespect. During the interaction, our experience working in the food service industry was insulted, and we were told, and I quote: "I feel bad for whatever establishment you worked for because I know it was S**T. Get the F**K out and never return." Classy. For the record, there were only four people in our party. The establishment's own gratuity guidelines state that a 20% automatic gratuity applies to parties of six or more, not four. So let's recap: * A 20% gratuity was added without being disclosed. * We were told it applied because our order exceeded $100. * We were unable to find this policy posted anywhere. * We were initially told nothing could be done about the charge. * Someone subsequently instructed Ruffino to remove it, proving that something could, in fact, be done. * And when we questioned the situation, we were insulted and told to leave and never come back. Honestly, the last part was the easiest request to accommodate. If "Perfect" is supposed to describe the customer experience here, I'd hate to see what happens at an establishment that's merely average. As for the request to "never return"--don't worry. We won't. Some establishments manage to make that decision remarkably easy for you.

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Kevin’s Pub

4.5(22 reviews)

0.7 mi•Midtown West

This is our second time at kevins. We have our Christmas party here and have not been disappointed!…read moreLots of delicious finger foods. The sliders are one of my favorites. I like to mention that they have some really good wings by the way. With a large variety of draft beer to choose from there is plenty to drink. I ordered a blue Hawaiian, tequila sunset and an espresso martini. The service is fast, the pub is spacious. Great time we had at kevins and look forward to having our party here again.

It was my first time coming here over the weekend. Told some friends to meet me there for some…read moreplayoff basketball. Not sure what to expect from this place. Walked in to a what I thought was going to be a big crowded bar but it was totally opposite. The place was blasting great Irish music and it is not that big of a bar like I thought it was. Sat at the bar and enjoyed a Guinness with friends and then another round. I did not get food but my friend who did get food it smelled and looked good. He got some sort of lettuce wraps and then he got fish and chips. The bartender was wonderful, I did not catch his name though. This bar is great to come to for games as they have many tvs. The bathrooms are pretty small just to let you know. I would come back again to enjoy some bevs and to try some of their food.

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Sean's Bar & Kitchen

4.0(491 reviews)

0.7 mi•Midtown West

Great food, Great service, Great company! Our new go to in NYC! Special shout out to everyone…read morebehind the bar.

Walking around New York City on a drizzly Sunday, I walked into Sean's Bar & Kitchen to grab lunch…read more Typical looking New York, Irish pub, TVs, great vibe. Service from the bartender was great. I ordered the fish and chips and a Bloody Mary. Everything was great up till then. Unfortunately, the food was a disappointment. Maybe it was a deep fat fryer thing, but I respectfully suggest the cook be given a little additional training. The fish batter was hard on the outside, and the fish was completely mushy on the inside. Like, gray mush. The fries were lukewarm. The mushy peas and the tartar sauce were served in little covered plastic disposable containers. I'm not a fan of that, but I get it is convenient. I truly wanted to like this place, and except for my one experience with the food, I would certainly return. People were having fun, and I did as well. I believe if they become a little more attentive in the kitchen, this place is a five star pub.

0.8 mi•Murray Hill, Midtown East

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Mulligan's Pub

3.8(233 reviews)

Our group stopped here for a quick bite after seeing Oh Mary! The atmosphere is great inside, dark…read moreand wooden and welcoming. They had a great mix of music that everyone could enjoy, old r&b, newer things, pop. They have several tvs showing different games and we wished we'd been able to see the Blue Jays win earlier here. The menu had great pub fare and you could add things to your burgers for not too much added cost. The waitress was excellent and from County Louth, and very friendly. We'll come back here.

weird vibes in here. our group watching the Knicks game with everyone else and we were specifically…read moreasked to leave for 'not drinking enough' despite many others not having drinks and being disruptive. it was targeted. a couple bartenders were nice, the blond waitress was rude and seemed to have some kind of vendetta. i truly felt the drinks and atmosphere was just fine but the waitress ruined it. be warned before you go in (and if you're brown).

0.5 mi•Theater District, Midtown West

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The Perfect Pint

3.8(499 reviews)

I stumbled across this Irish Pub with a Rooftop view of the street by chance looking for a coffee…read moreshop. The rooftop view appealed to me much more than hanging out in a coffee shop. Since my favorite beer is Guinness. Figured it was time to get it while waiting for a friend at the theater nearby. I was glad that the waitress at the bar downstairs was really friendly and gave me directions to take the elevator up to the rooftop. I didn't realize this pub was shared with another pub next door. The elevators was located in between the 2 pubs. While getting to the elevator, it seems there was an attendant that brought guests up on the cozy little elevator. Though, there were no attendants later in the day. The waitress mentioned I could bring my glass up with me to the roof. So I did. Overall, I enjoyed my time overlooking the busy street while sipping my beer.

Hostess downstairs - extremely rude and impatient. Little…read moreshort lady on the rooftop - even more rude. Bartenders - FIVE of them will ignore tf out of you until they have no choice but to speak to you because some finance bros came and called the bartenders over. Thought it was because I'm a woman but then this older Caucasian woman came to sit next to me and they came to her right away (I'm a woman of color). I even had to flail my arms just to get the tab and I can tell that it's their routine to ignore a certain demographic. I was only here because my friend had to meet up with my work colleagues so I thought I would grab a seat at the bar and enjoy a quick burger before heading out for birthday festivities. The burger and fries were good and the rooftop is nice. I have no desire to return but it's probably what they want.

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J W.

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14 years ago

Went to Scallywag's on the recommendation of a buddy of mine who said it was under new management and was a great place to watch Sunday football. I was expecting a typical dive sports bar with wings and burgers and a tv or two. Instead I found myself in a spotlessly clean, well lit pub with a terrific diverse menu, great drink specials (bottomless Mimosas and Bloody Marys with brunch and a free shot of the day any time the Jets score), and an entire wall of TVs playing every game imaginable (NFL, golf, soccer, and baseball). Ended up having my son eat with me too. He enjoyed the shepherd's pie while I opted for the buffalo chicken strip salad. Portions were ample and the quality was outstanding. Greens in my salad were fresh and crisp and the variety and quantity of vegetables in the salad was noteworthy. I'm not a huge drinker, but the selection of beers impressed me. Also, the waitress told me the bar has a back room that can be reserved for larger groups. Atmosphere was very upbeat and pleasant. Wait staff was friendly and punctual. All of the other patrons were very nice. Definitely a great place to hang out with a group of friends but also a place I'll definitely take my wife to for date night. We'll definitely be back soon. read more

David S.

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9 years ago

I will be going to NYC late September and can't wait to revisit Scallywags. I've been there both day and night and found Mike and the daytime staff very friendly and very helpful on places to visit and see in NYC. Food is excellent. Also a great place to visit at night for sporting events a bit of music and food. I also found the night time staff friendly and very helpful on places to go at night in New York. 20oz pints, live music, great selection of draught beer and spirits and the night time bartender Barry was great craic and very helpful. As a Dublin bartender myself, scallywags is definitely my go to place in NYC and can't wait to revisit in September and hopefully Barry will sign his book for me! The funniest read I've had in years! read more

Nathan F.

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13 years ago

Can't believe some of the reviews here. Service, food and beer was great! Plus they have Live Muisc every night and stay open until 4am with a midnight happy hour!! I moved around this area a couple months ago and went in for a drink and have been there several times since. When you walk in the place is really clean and there is a great atmosphere. Lively music and a main bar up near the front and then a really nice layed back feel restaurant style area in the back. Best of both worlds! The drink specials are great! Always a drink for $5 and they serve probably the best Guinness I have had in New York. Seriously guys come in and try it for yourself. You won't be disappointed. read more

Avi K.

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3

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11 years ago

I was coming here for 2 years. One day, my credit card wasn't going through & I offered to pay in cash. Barry, the bartender abused me in filth & threatened me with physical violence, I would've called 911 if I weren't a regular. The bill was only 40$, which I settled in cash after a long argument & receiving racist slurs. I remained calm throughout the ordeal but his behavior was very frustrating. When I told the owner Michael (calmly), he responded 'that's my brother in law, you're messing with my family, don't come back.' I want to ask, is this how you treat loyal customers? read more

Derek C.

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14 years ago

We visited Scallywag's on December 18th right before Leonard Cohen's concert at Madison Square Garden, which is just a short walk away. We were five couples and were very tight on time. We were accommodated by the Staff who were attentive and the food was excellent. During dinner the new owner, Mike, stopped by to say hello and to ask how everything was. We came back after the show for some drinks to finish off the night, the bar was busy but service was excellent. I will definitely stop by Scallywags whenever I am in city. read more

Ken S.

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14 years ago

Popped in her Friday night to meet a local friend at his suggestion and loved the setup, warm Irish pub atmosphere, and especially food. Lots of room and screens in the bar area to watch sports and a dining room in back with more screens. Decided to spend the weekend there watching football and it was great. Took a table in the bar area with some friends, and had a great time. Lot's of energy and vibe with good mix of comers and goers during the games making for good fun. Gonna make this my local sports watching venue. read more

Barry M.

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9 years ago

My god, I couldn't believe this place. It was like a home from home. Irish pub in Manhattan. Yes there are a lot of them but how many actually have staff from Ireland. Got talking to the bartender on duty, Barry, get craic, told me a few stories, turns out he has his own book (full of stories)... great pub, great staff, good food. Can't wait to go back... #1 pub in Hells Kitchen/Manhattan. Scallywags is a must..!!! read more

Jerome B.

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14 years ago

This bar has just been redone and is now a great local spot to hang with friends. It's now got lot's of screens for games, great music, and much better beer selection if you like real beers and not microbrews exclusively. Also, food is much better than most bars. I must also mention there was a simply lovely redhead hanging at the end of the bar two of the times I've been there. Hopefully, she is a fixture. read more

Max F.

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4

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7 years ago

Spent five days in this part of town doing biz and had the good fortune to find this incredible pub. Starting with John the bartender and his great humor to the surprisingly back of house dining area everything about this place deserves a five for quality service and food. The sirloin salad as awesome! Caoilinn was as attentive, and a genuine Irish just like the rest of the team. Go there soon! read more

Rose O.

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9 years ago

First time here and the food, ambiance and the Irish servers were excellent. We got Shepherd's Pie and Fish & Chips. We started with the Spinach Artichoke dip and it was lovely. My husband loves this place every time he visits NYC and now I see why!! Will wear my green #Scallywags t-shirt proudly. Alive was out beautiful Irish waitress and she was so friendly and kind. Thank you. read more

Stacy H.

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14 years ago

Was in NY last week & popped into Scallywag's last Thursday to watch game 4 of the Yankees-Tigers SWEEP. Go Tigers. It was even more fun than the other times I visited. Not sure why I'm filtered now, but I still give it 5 stars. Food was great & beer was cold & the service was cheerful!! This time i had guac & chips and the guac was terribly yummy. I ordered it twice. read more

Victoria W.

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4 years ago

Just came here for drinks & dinner after work, right in Times Square. We got beers which were ok. Burger & the sampler platter were fab. Great dive bar atmosphere. Stay away from the guys bathroom downstairs. Old & gross. It wasn't super crowded. Fun atmosphere. Weird thing was we had like 3 different people taking our orders at our table. read more

Karen D.

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1 year ago

Love Scallywags! Great food. Great Cocktails, Cold Beer, fabulous service and the nicest and very friendly staff. Really enjoyed the atmosphere and the chat at the bar. Much bigger than it looks at first sight. Great rooms out the back. I will definitely be back!! read more

Becca R.

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4 years ago

I visited this place with my friends a few days ago. They have many items on their menu to choose from. We read some other reviews and picked their most popular dishes. We all happy with it. Food is full in flavor. I like it. The vibe here is great too. read more

Jel K.

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4

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12 years ago

was there on a thursday evening, dinner time, during happy hour. was charged $8 for a pint of harp. i'm not cheap by any stretch, but i thought this was a little pricey for a beer, in hell's kitchen, during happy hour. plus it was kinda warm as well. read more

Doz D.

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9 years ago

Been in the US for a few weeks now and this genuinely is probably the best bar I've been to sofar. The bartenders (John and Chris) genuinely would make you feel like at home. Would give them 6 stars if possible. Not to be missed read more

Elisabeth S.

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9 years ago

Love Karen our bartender! Super friendly and with just the right amount of spunk! Plenty of tv's for you to watch any game you want or just enjoy a friendly conversation with Karen read more

Chris C.

Elite 21

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9 years ago

Really good vibes, great drinks, and great food! Happy hour prices are great, basically $5 on all drinks! Totally worth after a long day of work! Service was awesome as well read more

Steve S.

Elite 24

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555

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7 years ago

Seriously! A bartender vaping full time behind the bar and I have to breathe in that smelly 'exhaust' as she tries to disguise it?? Nasty Rude Smelly AMF! read more

Johnny Y.

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9 years ago

Very attentive staff, delicious food, excellent beer selection. We had the chicken sandwich and crab burger, both were absolutely excellent. read more

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