Nice warm evening to head up to Tipperary Hill enjoying some of the fun and festivities and grab a bite to eat at the authentic Coleman's pub. After a evening of shopping, it was time to wind down so considering the options we chose Coleman's. Place was packed as always. The band was setting up to start to play in an hour. We got a table out back. Hankering for a shepherds pie that is one of the premier meals here. But before that we got ourselves, some spinach and artichoke dip. I haven't had this in what feels like decades. It was pretty darn good. Plenty of chips and plenty of dip. So much so, that I brought the leftovers home. So both of us did go with the shepherds pie. Both of us really enjoyed it. It came out, piping hot, with the mashed potatoes on top, covering up the beef, sauce, peas, onions, and whatever else they put in this thing! A drink to top off the evening. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - shepards paa - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Update: Just had a bad experience so Im updating my review to reflect that. I think I left my credit card there yesterday during dinner. Called today at 4:30 and the girl that picked up said she needs to check with the bar but they are too busy. She wouldn't check and I was on hold for over 20 minutes. Thats how you treat customers? Im out of town and its at least a 30 min drive and she said "if you think you left it here then Im sure is here". What kind of answer is that? Dropping from 5 to 3 stars for the horrible customer service. I was in the area visiting friends and they took us to Coleman's for dinner and a concert. What a fun local spot! The food was great, everyone enjoyed their meal. I got the guinness beef stew which came out steaming hot in a bread bowl. I loved the gravy, if anything wish there was a little more meat but the flavor was delicious. The service great, our waitress was a nice young lady who was attentive and helpful. Afterwards we went outside for a concert and drinks. The band was playing older and newer covers until 10pm. Was a really fun end to our night, highly recommend. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Guinness Beef Stew - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

If you're looking for a great experience, look elsewhere this is not it. The service is subpar the food just as bad . It's a surprise to me that this place still operates. The bottom line it's a bar a rough bar and be ready to be treated like you are in a rough bar with bad Food . read more

I was looking at the reviews here and I can't understand why the average is below a four! This place is extremely authentic and amazing. A must if you are in the area of Syracuse. The food is absolutely fantastic, some of the best I've had, and the service was on point. Even the Irish music that's been playing. The whole visit has been incredible. read more

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Another great visit to Coleman's! A great evening with BFF and her out of town siblings. Great food these are just a few of the dinners ordered, the beef on weck was one of the best I've had in the area. Fresh kimmelweck roll, horseradish with a kick, and Au Jus, I wish the roast beef was more rare than well but still excellent. Others enjoyed steak cooked to order, fish, grilled chicken sandwich, mash and bangers, love the round fries that are actually chips in Ireland. Julie provided attentive service with a smile and grace! Always love the authentic Irish vibe at the restaurant and bar. We then ventured to the outdoor venue with Arcade performing. Really fun 80's band! Outdoor beverages in two locations out back, both were only a quick wait time. Outdoor flatscreens for sport events, and a food truck serving hot dogs out back! Enjoy the craic! read more

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First a disclaimer, I play trivia here Tuesday nights at 8 so I might be a little biased. Very friendly service, solid food, youthful crowd. A very happy place. I usually get the Coleman's club which is very filling but also enjoy the open faced Ruben and bangers and mash. And a pint of Guinness read more

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Another great Irish Pub in the Syracuse, NY area. Great ambiance would you expect from a large Irish pub, the bar was awesome. Sitting at the bar, the service was exceptional, beers cold and the Irish whiskey selection was good. We only had apps, but they did not disappoint, chicken wings were well made and super tasty and their soda bread was awesome. Definitely worth checking out when in the area. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Only upside down light in the US. According to Irish lore, since the green was not on top the locals continued to break the light until fix - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Authentic Irish vibe through and through. All the hardwood and stained glass is an awesome experience. The bar is jammin' all times of the day. Definitely a happening place to be read more

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I've been coming here for years, and not much changes other than there always seem to be more decorations. Anyway, stopped to order dinner to go, beef on kimmilweck, and grab a half & half to cap off a week. The place was pretty busy and loud even though it was only 4:30pm. Definitely a neighborhood bar with students, seniors, and families all hanging out. I do miss Peter Coleman though. He was always a delight to talk to if he happened to be there. read more

Dumb bouncer wouldn't take my REAL ID. Made me go home and get my passport- otherwise it was fine. Also, I know for a fact that same bouncer lets minors in if they give him marijuana... read more

Went here for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon- not too many people so service was great. The place is huge with lots of seating options- bar, low top, and booth. Stained glass windows and wood all over the place which was super pretty. We ordered the Bantry Bay Shrimp appetizer which was amazing! It had a bed of lettuce topped with thai chili sauce. Nice and crispy, not doughy at all. We also got the Irish soda bread which comes as a whole loaf with a side of whipped honey cinnamon butter. I didn't even like Irish soda bread before having this one- but honestly I think it was the butter that did me in. For the entree we got the Bacon Gouda Pretzel Burger- so good!!! Bun was perfect and had just the right amount of salt, onions perfectly cooked, not too much cheese, so delicious. It comes with a side so we got Irish fries (circular flat fries) which were amazing as well. Would definitely come back again if we lived over here! They also have cute decor for leprechauns!! read more

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We stopped into Coleman's after a family brunch; we had gathered in Syracuse from all over to celebrate a friend and return to our roots. I'm happy to report that after moving away for 20 years, Coleman's is still the vibrant go-to spot I remembered. The place was jammed with pre-St. Paddy's Day celebrants; green beer was flowing. We found a table for our group just in time, and joined in the revelry. Irish bars are known for their conviviality, and Coleman's upholds that characterization. It's a fun place to go anytime. We didn't sample to food, so I hope my memories of good Irish pub offerings is still true today. I will say that as crowded as Coleman's was, the service was excellent. When we went to the bar for refills (which was often as there weee 13 of us in our troupe) the bartenders somehow managed to fulfill our orders fast, always a mark of an efficient and experienced bar staff. My only regret is that since I'm not a local, it'll be some time before I return. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Good times with good people in a good spot! - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

This pub is a pillar of the Tipperary Hill community. It has all the charms of an Irish pub. Down to the details of the leprechaun door, phone booth, etc. There are different levels to the dining area so being able to traverse stairs is a must. Unless if you asked to be seated on the first level. The place has a very cozy feel. The food is on point. Tried a good cross section of the menu and enjoyed every dish. The service was very friendly and attentive despite it becoming a fully packed dining area. I think the soup and salad combo is a great value especially if you are looking for something on the lighter side. The Cajun dipping sauce for the onion rings is delicious. Their mashed potatoes are so delightful especially if you like that homemade kind with slight lumps. The Bailey's cheesecake was so delightful and yet still light. You can tell things are made from scratch and not just frozen. read more

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While visiting Syracuse, we decided to check our the Irish district, where the traffic lights are upside down. We happened to park on a side street near this pub. After taking all the pictures we wanted, we decided to stop in here for a drink. The staff was friendly, the place was busy, and the aesthetics of the place was very traditional. My wife and I reminisced about our time in Ireland, when we drove through the entire country and visited random restaurants and pubs. This place also have a lot of adorable and unique add-ons like an entrance for leprechauns. As we went here on the 1st of March, they had just started offering their green beer and other St Patrick themed items. While many ordered the green beer, which is just Budweiser with green food coloring, we decided to stick to our Guinness. They also have a large variety of other Irish beer which Id love to try in the future. If you are in the area, this is a must visit. In fact, we may consider driving back from Buffalo to visit this place in the future. read more

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Out of magners which was why I went- French fries terrible-cold. Haddock cold- no taste- cabbage salad ok- what there was of it- waiter never came back to see why I never ate anything- the meal got comped-thank you- the whole meal was a huge waste of time- I cut my beer drinking teeth at Coleman's years ago. What happened? read more

Always a good time at Coleman's! Great service that's always very efficient. We love the "behind the bar" bar spot- best place to get a drink quickly. We got to sit outside and enjoy the gorgeous October weather, watch the cars go by and enjoy spending time on Tipp Hill. Great selection of drinks; it's an Irish bar, so plan on a great selection of beers. I recommend and "Irish car bomb." Slainte! read more

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Above & Beyond! We showed up with a last minute large group on a Thursday at noon. We had lots of family in town for a funeral and decided to do an impromptu lunch before everyone headed out of town. We did not make reservations we had not idea who was showing up and the party kept growing. They accommodated our party of 20 with ease. Beverages remained full all meals came out hot and fresh. I do not think a lot of places could pull this off. Our server was very attentive. We tried most of the menu within our group the favorites were the pastrami sandwich on pretzel roll, Shepard pie, bee o'flannery and the open faced Ruben. Salads were also huge and full of flavor. Thank you Coleman's for allowing our family to reconnect and enjoy a great time together at your fine establishment! read more

For the longest time, I'd only been to this place during the same huge events that drew in half the city. The days where they need someone to direct traffic at the intersection because the crowd is practically spilling into the street. Almost exclusively in the month of March, whether it's green beer, or just green metal 16 oz bottles of bud light. It's a fun time, but something I have to gear up for because it doesn't resemble a regular day out at the bars. I will say that they're pretty efficient with the drinks considering what must be tens of millions of people they're serving. We recently decided to see what the bar was actually like on normal days. We started by going to a trivia night on Tuesday. We don't usually do trivia nights, and thought it would be a lot more personal than Syracuse Trivia Company had it. You pretty much get your answer booklet, fill out a page of answers as they announce the questions, then turn the pages in to be scored. The place is spread out through most of the bar, and a lot of people were using their phones. We also didn't like how they awarded points in the game based on membership and loyalty to the trivia company. (These could all be standard qualities of trivia nights, we haven't been to many of these.) Still a fun time, but not something we ended up making a habit of. We did enjoy the bar while we were there. The place was cozy, the service was friendly and we loved the food. We got Kimmel Burger, some hot wings and the Beef O'Flaherty and loved them all. I'm honestly surprised how good the wings were. They were some of the best we've had in Syracuse, and have never heard of them before we ordered. The burger was also a lot better than it looked. Our favorite part though was the Beef O'Flaherty. Unlike anything we've had before, and great to have with drinks. The taste hit us hard - we both tried a bite and said "Holy crap, we need more of this." The cottage fries were also a big hit, and this was the only place we've had them. Thin little disk shaped fries, optimized for surface area. A few weeks later, we were looking for some British food and this was a highly recommended option. We ordered some Bangers & Mash and Sheperd's Pie to go and took them home. It came in a to-go box, but lined with foil so it couldn't be microwaved. It was a single layer of foil, so not easily transferrable to the oven. This was our first time with Bangers and Mash. The bangers are sweet like breakfast sausage, and the onion gravy should be sold on tap. The sheperd's pie was surprisingly smooth and melted in our mouths. Even the ground beef was somehow extra tender. Both meals were on the small side as far as portions go, and left us wanting more. Great quality though for both. All in all, this bar is an institution on Tipp Hill. Sometimes it's too good, and it fills up very fast. I spent most of my adult life going to Blarney Stone without really considering what I'd been missing. I won't say Colemans is better, but it's a great alternative. read more

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We went for my mother in law's birthday as she's never gone and enjoys Irish fare. My boyfriend got the open face Rueben (no picture) but he always enjoys it. We got the Guinness beef stew and this is my fave, I always have some leftovers. My mother in law doesn't usually eat a full me but she loved the stew so much she had it all at Coleman's. Also got a pumpkin hard cider with cinnamon sugar rim (seasonal) and absolutely loved it. Overall great food! read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Guinness beef stew - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

The Coleman family are the most wonderful people! We absolutely adore this restaurant, the food, and the events! They are a staple in the culture here in Syracuse. read more

If you want a super place to eat , drink and be merry Coleman's is it! From the beautiful atmosphere of old dark ornate wood and stained glass windows the the fantastic bar . U will be pleased . The food . Tradional Irish . W head corned beef sandwich on rye . Russian dressing . Swiss cheese . Corked to perfect . My husband always has a burger .many delicious choices with of course ! Irish fries! I never miss taking home a soda bread for coffee the next day ! Our waitress Brigette was terrific. Check it out ! You'll be swaying to the pub music before you know it! read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Love n laughter - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Such a pretty place to visit during the holiday season, very cozy and decorated well. Service can be slow, depending on how busy they are. The food is super tasty. I got the open faced Reuben without the bread (gluten free) and the portion size was still filling. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Open-faced Reuben and mashed potatoes - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Our recent visit to Coleman's was on 4th of July for dinner. We were entertaining out of town guests who I knew would love the ambiance Coleman's offers. Three of us had the Beef on a Wick which proved to be delicious, along with the generous coleslaw side. We were not disappointed at all in the quality of the beef and also the excellent service our server provided. Who ever is doing the cooking and menu knows what they are doing once again:) This visit has given me the confidence to go back again and again in the future. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Love this stained glass. - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Busy Saturday night. Food was just as expected and the drinks were perfect. Parking was easy right next door. read more

Not having lived in Syracuse in decades, this place always feels nostalgic. I love the concept of a neighborhood pub you can walk to; not something we have down south. This place brings back a mixture memories, as this is our family's go-to for every post-funeral celebration of life. We've toasted many family members here. The staff is always kind, the food is great (this last time the roast beef was fantastic), the space is large and accommodating, and it just feels like...home. read more

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What an amazing building. Very impressed. The bar is huge and it's still was packed. Food is very reasonably priced. Ended up ordering the shepherds pie which was one of the best I've ever had don't burn yourself. It's very hot. Thankfully I did not. Let it cool down a little also ordered the haddock. I guess this place is very historic as that it's been there since 1933 and they do a good job maintaining it! read more

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I enjoyed this place very much great Irish pub huge I've been there a couple of times already and it fills up with music and live dancing or you can go there for a meal earlier in the day everything had was fresh staff was nice and reasonable pricing enough parking so you can go in there and feel comfortable read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - a plate of food - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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This is a wonderful Irish place! It's one of the only places in Syracuse you can reliably get awesome corned beef and cabbage. They also have ciders on draft which is a big plus for me. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, and the decor is really fun and interesting. read more

Today was our first time at Coleman's; I found the restaurant very nice and beautiful, the atmosphere was super lively, they had live music, we liked that a lot. They attended us super fast and the food also came super fast We ordered some wings and a hamburger ‍ and the food was very delicious They treated us very well and really like the restaurant, we hope to return. Super recommend the place read more

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I have been to Coleman's many times but this is the first time I actually sat down and had dinner here. First off the French onion soup was AMAZING! Probably one of the best I have had ever! I also got fish and chips which were really good as well. Our waiter was great! I love the atmosphere of Coleman's and my daughter loved the leprechaun door. If your looking for an Irish restaurant this is it! They also have a great selection of beer and drinks! read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Fish and chips - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

I've been here many times but haven't done a rating. Coleman's is an institution in Syracuse on Tipperary hill. The building itself is beautiful and I love the many Irish themed stained glass windows. They have a hostess that greets you as you walk in ( I really like that and you don't find that in many restaurants these days). We were seated promptly but a waiter came up to us and said a large table of teenagers were going to be seated right next to us and we might like a quieter seating area. I found this so refreshing and thoughtful! Our waitress was very attentive and the food was very good. My sister got the soup and half sandwich special. I got the open faced Reuben with real mashed potatoes on the side. I had a few choices for my side but I love real mashed potatoes. The gravy on the side was a little salty for me but I ate the potatoes plain. The prices were reasonable- $9.00 for the soup and half sandwich and $12.00 for my Reuben and side. On Wednesdays they have a $10.00 lunch menu. Go here for a great lunch and beautiful atmosphere with great service! read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - Open faced Reuben with real mashed potatoes and yummy thousand island dressing - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Last Friday night was my first time here in a while, and it was just like finding a warm, dry, sheltering cave on a snowy night in Syracuse. The bartenders were very attentive. The Smithwick's flowed freely, and they have Paddy Irish Whiskey (straight up, but with one ice cube). Plus this band called Superseed started playing later into the night. I thought they were gonna blow the walls off of the place when they launched into The Screaming Trees 'Nearly Lost You!' They rocked it! read more

Service was good but mot over the top but food not so good! Every meal was mediocre at best. Ive never had a Reuben without dressing! very dry! read more

The fish and chips no longer come with authentic Irish chips. Now the fish and chips come with potato wedges. So sad. read more

Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub - The not so authentic fish and chips. - Pubs Near Me - Syracuse, New York

I went to Coleman's for the first time ever on a Saturday evening, and it was a great time! I only gave 4 stars because my Tuscan Chicken Sandwich was tough to eat, literally because the chicken was so tough. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his Shepherd's Pie and the appetizers were nice! We got onion rings, fried Brie and Irish Soda Bread. Overall I would love to come back and try something else! read more

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I bought a $7.00 shot which ok fine. I payed a $10. But she looked at me like I had 3 heads asking for $3 back. Don't spend cash. They'll rip yall off read more

Love this place! The fish and chips are delicious and it's always a good time here. In the summer at 7 they have a "block party" with great music. The inside is lovely and you can eat on the patio outside too if you'd like. The service is friendly and the menu is yummy. It's a real treat to stop here while you're in Syracuse!!! Tipp hill neighborhood, little leprechaun door and mini phone booth outside. Just love it here read more

Coleman's was established as a working man's saloon in 1933, on historic Tipperary Hill, a neighborhood not exactly lacking in bars. Since then they've more than tripled their size, but have tried to maintain the small pub atmosphere. If you take a look around, you'll find tasteful reminders of Ireland everywhere. Now, I don't drink, so I don't have much to say as far as their bar selection. It's a bar...they've got beer. Bam. I'm gonna just be commenting on their dining experience. If you've ever been to Colemans, you know it's a beautiful bar inside. Wood floors, stained glass, bar in the middle, then they have their smaller dining area off to the side. I called in a reservation for 10 people for noon on a Saturday, and when I arrived, everything was set up for us. Our server was very friendly and did a great job of handling a big parties orders, once everyone arrived. Everyone chose different things of course, but my wife and I got an order of their Guinness onion rings and an order of hot wings as an appetizer, along with a hot pastrami sandwich with tomato/cucumber salad for my main dish, while my wife chose their Two for $8 option of chili and an entree salad. Everything was made quickly. Our appetizers were brought out first and were very good. Onion rings were large, freshly battered and crispy. Wings were very good as well, and I'm a hard judge of wings. Cooked perfectly, sauced perfectly, great sauce on them. Hot, but flavorful, but also had a flavor that separated them from others. There was a peppery-ness to them, not overwhelming, but noticeable, and gave them an interesting flavor. Our mains were great too. I LOVE pastrami, and have been trying to find a place that makes their own and serves it hot. Coleman's serves theirs on a pretzel roll with horseradish mustard, swiss and pickles and it was very tasty. Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would go back to try more options from the menu. read more

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We have been going to Coleman's for well over two years, we love attending Trivia and the wait staff and kitchen are very friendly and the food is good. Unfortunately we can't say the same about the bouncer or the front of house, seeing as both have been very rude to us repeatedly over the last few weeks for reasons about which we are unsure, especially since we have previously not had any confrontation before. It's unfortunate because we otherwise enjoy Coleman's, but the poor customer service has left us not wanting to return. read more

Great food! Love the ambiance. Service is always good. Great burgers. Fish & chips some of the best in town