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    The Joyce Public House

    4.4 (92 reviews)
    ModerateIrish Pub
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Alise R.

    My friend Joyce and I stopped in The Joyce because... how could we not!! We had a lot of fun taking pictures w my Joyce and the outside sign and the menu. I only had time to order one drink but it was really good. Our bartender was great and I really enjoyed the singer. Totally will come here again as it's an easy walk to the train station.

    Lots of interesting decorative flourishes
    Steph H.

    STEPH JUDGEMENT: In a town with no shortage of Irish pubs, this one has some extra stuff going for it. When I was perusing the google maps near our hotel, the name of this place stood out. I'd been to an Irish pub in Switzerland also with the name Joyce in it--he was actually buried in Zurich. The ratings looked favorable so we decided to check it out on the afternoon we got in. It was about 4:30, so Happy Hour had just started and the place was yet quite empty. It's huge, by the way, with charming Irish-style flourishes and decorations that was actually not cheesy. No huge st paddy's day countdown clock or shamrocks everywhere--dare I say it was kind of classy? We ordered: - Steamed Mussels with crostini (lots of plump mussels in a surprisingly spicy broth; the grilled crostini was meh, however) - Happy hour Mozzarella sticks (just ok) - Roasted cauliflower salad (delicious with lots of different elements and not overdressed) They had a sign saying "10% discount on all hotel guests". Not sure how much area the "all" encompasses, but we were staying a few doors down and got the discount. The food was just ok, but the ambiance, service, and discount put it up in the solid 4 star category for us!

    The Irish Flag hanging over the entrance.
    Jeff N.

    One of the many wonderful things that New York has are Irish pubs. And the Joyce Public House is one of the good ones on West 39th Street closer to 8th Avenue than 9th. We grabbed a couple of high tops at the bar where we enjoyed some cocktails while the speakers played a barrage of 80s tunes. Their Irish coffee was stout and was a solid balance of whiskey and coffee dreams. Their Ruby Bloom was super good -- a little fruity and sweet but packs a punch between the whiskey, Aperol, and amaro used. My wife went for her standard G&Ts with different types of gin we hadn't has before like the HaPenny -- named after the famed bridge in Dublin. Our bartender was friendly and cheerful. I think she was from Ireland as well as the manager. Very fun bar to hand out for drinks, and their food menu looked solid even though we didn't eat there.

    Calamari
    Deborah H.

    On vacation and checked in to our hotel and the employee at the desk recommended this restaurant and gave us a 10% discount card for it. Joyce is my late mother's name. We came to Joyce's to try to watch the game and eat and they had no seats only standing room at the bar. We left and the hostess caught us walking down the street and said they found us a table. The restaurant was packed most people watching the Knicks and Spurs Finals basketball game. I ordered a Love's Old Sweet Song cocktail it was very good. I also had a turkey burger and fries and it was excellent. Best turkey burger I have ever eaten. Thick turkey patty that was moist and well seasoned. My husband had a cheeseburger and enjoyed it. My son had the calamari and he said it was very good. My other son also enjoyed his buffalo wings. We also had guacamole and chips and they were good. It also came with salsa that was not good. We had a good time watching the game, great vibes and enjoyed the food and drinks so we would definitely come back here when we are in town.

    Great place to have some drinks and something to eat. Beautiful environment. Manager(Mario) was very welcoming and all were very attentive. We sat by the huge open window and enjoyed the breeze and people watching. They also have live music after 8pm. Great ambiance and music!.

    The Joyce public house ale
    Kristi B.

    Our hotel was in the area so we decided to check this place out based on the great yelp reviews. We arrived around 4:30 on a Tuesday afternoon and the bar area was definitely very busy, but this location is quite large so there were plenty of seating options available if you wanted to have a beverage or want to grab some food. They do offer an extensive menu and while we were not looking for food, there are quite a few items on the menu that caught our eye. They do have two beers that are proprietary to the Joyce public house. One of them is an ale and the other is a lager. We were able to try both, but ultimately chose the ale. The Joyce lager was a little too hoppy for us. They do have a decent beer selection both on draft as well as in cans or bottles. They also offer a full bar Monday through Friday. They do offer happy hour from 4 to 7 PM so you can get a pint of beer for around six dollars if it is considered an import or five dollars if it is considered a domestic

    Chris S.

    I really enjoyed the $20 cheeseburger, which comes with fries. The burger was soft and fell apart in my hands when I ripped it into pieces. I ordered it medium-well with A1 sauce, and the fries had a crispy, crunchy outer shell with a soft potato center. I didn't order a drink, but I recommend this place for a small group of friends. It gets packed quickly. My only complaint is that I waited about 40 minutes for the burger. However, it was high quality, so I can't complain too much--but be prepared for a wait.

    Short rib Grilled Cheese, Fries, Mussels, Roasted beets & Arugula salad
    Jennifer M.

    This Pub House was on the same street as our Hotel we were stuck at during the Blizzard. It did not disappoint. What a great place! Great comfort foods & fantastic bar. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of food & service. My friend had the mussels & Roasted Beets & Arugula salad. I had the short rib grilled cheese w/fries. I came back that same night & had their clam chowder w/a caesar salad. Really a great place with a well rounded menu.

    The restaurant seating and my half eaten Philly Cheesesteak
    Gerry P.

    Amazing "cheap eats" $12 Lunch Menu. I had Philly cheesesteak with delicious extra crunchy fries, and my friend had a mushroom fettuccine. Both were large American portions and is your waitress was sweet as can be. A great hidden gem for neighborhood foodies.

    Kathy X.

    My friend and I came here for dinner. The interior looked really cool with nice, interesting decor. It was pretty spacious and had a chill vibe. I ordered the Double Cut Pork Chop, which was served with turnip purée, carrots, and apple bourbon glaze. That Pork Chop was huge, as well as thick. It was delightfully tender, juicy, and well seasoned. The carrots were cooked well, and the glaze was tasty, especially with the addition of apples. I wasn't a fan of the turnip puree, which had sort of an earthy taste. I would have preferred Truffle and Parmesan Fries. My friend and I shared the Molten Chocolate Cake with pistachio ice cream. This was quite yummy, but would have liked a bit more of a gooey chocolate filling. The chocolate cake was rich, sweet, while the ice cream was wonderfully nutty, creamy, and smooth. Service was pretty good. Prices were reasonable, especially considering the Midtown area. I would return to try the Pan Roasted Cod Fish with lobster mashed potatoes.

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    John L.

    Choosing a place to dine in NYC can be overwhelming, simply due to the sheer numbers and varieties of options. We stopped in this establishment mainly due to the proximity of our hotel. As it turns out, it was a indeed a good choice. They offer a good selection of comfort foods, and gourmet selections. Pricing are reasonable in comparison. The staff was attentive to our needs, and entrees were done in a timely manner. The interior of the dining area was nicely furnished to provide a cozy ambience. Overall, a good place to dine in for dinner, or just to have a drink with family or friends.

    Cristina W.

    Tried to give this place another shot the drinks were good. We ordered a lava cake and it was drier than the Sahara dessert. The manager Joey thought we should pay for it even though we only had a spoon each. This manager needs to take some hospitality courses. Customers need to be treated better.

    Mussels with a rich tomato and garlic wine sauce. Excellent!

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    Proper fish and chips. Well done. Most in the city are worse, they got the batter right. Thank you.

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    6 months ago

    Great good and bar menu, and great for happy hour before an event at MSG. Service is always friendly.

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    Excellent place. All the bartenders are great and attentive. Great service and food!! Highly recommend!!

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    Food was great and so were the drinks and service. The Nina Malbec and dirty fries were very yummy.

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    A great spot to grab a drink and a bite to eat on 39th. We walked in from a nearby hotel and were happy with our experience.

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