A little drink and a whole vibe! The bartender was super helpful and the ambiance is cozy! Give it a stop-in when you can!

Overpriced food, subpar Guinness pours and weird ambiance are the least of this pub's problems. The staff is somehow always slow with service while simultaneously quick to watch and judge everything you do. They are rude, intrusive and clearly have favorite types of customers they prioritize over others. The Touch Tunes they boast isn't in service half the time. The kitchen's service is spotty. Half of their TVs are old and render colors strangely. The staff warns they are under consistent surveillance by the owners at all times via cameras, yet there are inappropriate things happening that don't get addressed. I have genuinely had terrible experiences for different reasons each time I've visited. I highly recommend avoiding this pub. There are great options just down the street. read more

Came in with friends who wanted some Guiness... It's definitely the typical neighborhood pub.... It seemed to be filled with regulars. Service was friendly. The place could definitely use a good, thorough cleaning though. After getting a good look around, I definitely wouldn't eat anything or drink anything that's not from a bottle here. Saw some cross-contamination occurring, hands handling money, then handling the cocktail strainer. Not interested in returning. read more

For a quick drink or two in upper west side - this is a good spot to drop in. We went to grab a pint of Guinness. Fun relaxed vibes and the service was excellent. read more

Malachy's Irish Pub - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Never been told off like a little kid in a dive bar.. literally no one was in the bar for a busy game night and I was moved for another party even thought I was here for an hour and there was other empty tables.. and I tipped Generously, can't take back the money now but I definitely was gonna leave as soon as The old lady was in my face. I definitely took it as a micro aggression, I do not take disrespect from anyone so it took everything in me to not be rude about someone trying to lecture me while I'm just tryna get drunk and have a good time. Will never return again after tonight and don't recommend. The food looks horrible too:) read more

Ran into this hole in the wall joint and had the BEST Irish coffee Ive experienced on the east coast. I didn't catch her name but the Irish bartender here really hit it out of the park with her drinks and hospitality! I love finding places like this in a big city read more

Don't come here expecting white gloved service and high end cocktails. This amazing, local, and dark watering hole is perfect for a few (to many) pints, mixed drinks and solid pub food with great fries. Yes, it's a very lived in bar but it's one of my favorites. I love everyone who works here especially the Irish guy who fills in from time to time. They have outdoor seating when the weather permits and a bunch of tables indoors. They just built an addition in the back that can host events and is used for extra seating. Great place to come before heading to see any shows. read more

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Malachy's is a straight forward, no frills, Irish Pub. It's an affordable drink option if you want a beer and just to watch a game on the UWS. The food is also surprisingly good. They offer solid sandwiches and burgers and a variety of your standard beers. They also have white claw if you're into that. But there a couple of things that you will not get at Malachy's: - great lighting ( it's dark in here all times of the day. ) -speedy service ( it's run by great but older folk. And they're working hard but they are very slow and trying to manage the whole bar and the tables means they might take a while to get to you) In short, Malachy's is not the place you bring your parents when they come into town. It's the place where NYers go for cheap drink and a good time when they want a night out and some snacks. read more

Malachy's Irish Pub - Cheeseburger and onion rings - American Near Me - New York, New York

Best on the west and they decorate for the holidays. Lovely bartenders and great food

Great bartenders and waitstaff Great prices Great food Great prices Know how to a do Guinness correct , and one of the few bars in the area that still carry a nice selection of Canadian Whiskey read more

One of the last genuine dive Irish bars left in manhattan!! Clean and characteristic!! Will be back

This old school neighborhood pub is where it's at for the locals. It's dark and lit primarily by multiple televisions sure to be broadcasting a game you are interested in. The servers are real and get you exactly what you need with no bull. Treat them with respect and you'll get it in return. We go for the cheeseburgers. They are not gourmet but they sure hit the spot. Decent prices in an ever changing landscape. There aren't too many like this left in this neighborhood. read more

Took awhile to warm up to nonregulars (We're from Nebraska) but became my favorite local pub. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Ambiance had old Irish vibes. Had seasonal fall decorations for my visit as well. Service was caring. Definitely worth a visit if in the area. Very friendly to military also. read more

The food was great the pretzels were delicious and soft the service was amazing and the servers were nice

What a great time in Manhattan again for Tom Jones at the Beacon. Got in a bit early so headed off to Malachy's for a couple of drinks. It's been years since we've been here and the place looks amazing. The remodel a fantastic hit with several large screen TV's and a really nice vibe. As always the people in the bar are nice and we had a few friendly conversations with some of the patrons. This is a very warm and welcoming bar where you don't have to worry about the usual Manhattan stuck up crowd. Theresa was behind the bar and she is a charming and funny bartendress. It was hard to tear ourselves away to head out for the show because we were having so much fun at the bar. We didn't eat this time, but I know the food is good and at great prices for this area, you can't go wrong at Malachy's. I can't wait to return during the day when Billy is at the Bar - he is the best in NYC. read more

Malachy's Irish Pub - American Near Me - New York, New York

Very odd vibe/experience. Visited on a Friday midafternoon. The place was empty except for one nicely dressed woman, a patron, sitting at the bar reading a magazine drinking a canned beer. We grabbed a seat and 15 minutes later, after never seeing one person besides the lone woman at the bar whom never acknowledged us, we left. I will say the place seems incredibly clean and looked inviting. Reminds me of a "Twilight Zone" episode or the Album Cover from "In through the out door". I may give this a shot in the future simply because of the oddity. read more

We tried to come here after the marathon. Apparently they limit you to only sitting down for 19 minutes, then you have to leave. This is true irrespective of how much you order. So instead we went down the street to Gebhard's. read more

grouchy bartender ladies in the afternoon......no rec't to see how I was charged...$12 double hotdog dish and 2 imports $33.oo before tip? overated a bit burnt out read more

Moved to 72nd Street in May 2021 and fell in love with Malachy's I did not know places like this existed in NYC anymore. Super old school no nonsense Irish bar with terrific pub food and staff who, like the Irish, are friendly but don't put up with a lot of nonsense. Highly recommended for anyone who just wants to have a beer and relax. To echo another reviewer: Malachy's IS 72nd Street. So much so that the city has the crosstown bus stop right in front almost literally lined up with the entrance. On multiple occasions I have seen patrons walk right out of Malachy's on to the bus, like it was stopping just for them. Hilarious. read more

Absolutely terrible place. We got our menus and we waited for another 10 minutes and nobody came back to her table. Plus they don't have Smithwick's on tap. Definitely not a true Irish bar. read more

Simply the best. My running teammates and I have been coming to Malachy's for 4 years now. The food and service are always great. They recently expanded their menu and sometimes have specials like turkey around Thanksgiving, soups when it's cold out, and quesadillas. The chicken sandwiches are the real winners though -- I sometimes come with 20+ people and almost everyone orders (and loves) them. They also decorate for various holidays! Being at Malachy's is like the warm feeling of hanging out in your best friend's basement with all your favorite people. It's so unexpected for a pretentious neighborhood like the Upper West Side. So come on by, except please don't come on a Wednesday night, because my teammates and I need those seats ;) read more

Billie one of the partner-owners is great with a really good music play list. He works early afternoons on weekdays only. But don't expect much conversation at the bar. Fairly uptight clientele and the few regulars are quite guarded. my biggest complaint is the ridiculously old bottles of no name spirits on the shelf that even a dive should be embarrassed to keep around. Teresa the primary owner gets a C- for lack of effort read more

The best bartenders in town. No bouncers necessary. They keep ur phones when u lose them. And they serve a mean Guinness and good food most days. I mean I love all the bartenders but Dorian is the best. read more

Cool little local Place for drinks and a burger on the way to the Concert at The Beacon Theater. I Was Happy the owner ( I Think) came behind the bar before we left and served us. he was sociable and friendly read more

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Great old school Irish bar, good pours, prices and company. Classic that I hope lives on.

I'm giving this establishment 4 stars because it serves a vital purpose in the neighborhood. As a fan of dives, and a resident of the (lower) UWS, i'm basically SOL. Malachy's is the closest things we've got. The service is not necessarily friendly, but it adds to the charm. The bar food is a great value for the neighborhood and never disappoints. Emphasis on bar food, so do yourself a favor and level expectations (ie: the salad dressing is a bottle of Wishbone Italian). -1 star for two reasons: the mixed drinks come in a small stemmed glass that I just hate, and they should pour a proper pint of Guinness with a name like Malachy's Donegal Inn. You can ALWAYS count on a lively cast of regulars. Its a great place to sit alone and eavesdrop on the conversation of two nearby residents angry at their super, but not angry enough to move out of the rent-controlled 2 bedroom they inherited in 1977. So yeah, its a 4 star to me, but very well may be a 2 star to you. You could complain, but i'm not sure they'd care. read more

This place is the most racist bar in the world, never thought places like this still exist in NYC. One evening I walked in with some close friends who wanted a more upscale environment. I talked them into trying something gritty. Immediately, we were ignored but shortly after the bartender looked us up and down like trash. We felt so unwelcomed. My advice never go there. read more

Never again! Place is dirty, old and outdated. As bar expert Jon Taffer says, dive bars can be dive bars without being dirty. This place missed the memo. Rude bartenders, slow service. Terrible wings and a horrible cheesesteak (dry and salty). Beer prices are soo expensive for a dive bar. 5 dollars for a warm draft budlight? No thanks. TV's are pathetic. They have 4 old box standard deff TV's. Just don't go. read more

A greatly needed place in an otherwise spoiled, entitled NYC. I came here with a friend during the day and there were actually bar flies about, sipping on their well drinks and beer. THIS is the old NYC I remember from my youth. It is NOT the new NYC, where young people have high-paying corporate or tech jobs and whose favorite pastime is virtue signaling. (See one of the 1-star comments below: a woman that was looking for a bar that was "open minded" for her and her hubbie. Good grief!) Anyway, if you want to experience a REAL old piece of NYC come here and get your buzz on. However, if you're looking for a safe space to discuss defunding the police and such, please do us all a favor and GTFO. read more

Big TV for watching sports, open late on weeknights, selection of the usual beers...I came here on a random date at like midnight on a Wednesday and was pleasantly surprised to find it full of people. Everyone was friendly and it was a good mix of divey meets UWS. Enjoyed my guiness, the Lakers, and the date. read more

Brand new facade and seating. Tablecloths! Who would have thought? Still great food at a good price. Win/win.

This is the best bar in the upper west side and anybody reviewing otherwise drinks michelob. Malachy's IS 72nd street.

I stop in every time I'm in the city. It's one of the places I truly missed after moving away from the UWS. It's a throwback for sure and that's precisely fine with me. Good grub, cold beer and friendly neighborhood people. I hope it's there forever. read more

This is the greatest place on earth. Perfect Guinness, good food, anyone who says otherwise is a dunce. 10/10.

Mid afternoon cruising through the city I spotted a modest looking tavern on 72nd near Columbus named Malachy's. As luck would have it, parking presented itself no problem, my wife and I stopped in for a light bite. Since in my formative years I was a bartender I've always had an appreciation for a good saloon. This is a classic. Food was delicious, service was charming, drinks were great. Would recommend and will be back! read more

I bought chicken tenders and fries to go and when I went to eat my food there was only 2 and a half pieces of chicken tenders and approximately 10 fries. I paid $15 for a "meal" that looks like it should've been $5. It's ridiculous I WILL never go there again and do not recommend. read more

Prompt knowledgeable service (not too smiley, but good quality service). Food is fresh and hot. We had "spring rolls" which were more like egg rolls (see picture) and potato skins which were loaded with cheese and real bacon (not just crumbled bacon!). Prices were alright. Happy hour is $1 off pretty much all drinks. Sprigs rolls and potato skins were each about $8. There's music playing and a few small TVs with sports playing. The AC is kinda noisy but the place felt cool and nice. We came in the middle of the afternoon on a weekday and it was moderately full indicating this is a good bar to visit. 4/5 stars simply because the food and happy hour special prices could be better. And the lighting is pretty dark if you sit in the back of the bar. read more

Putting this bar on the NYC St. Patrick's Day bar list. About 4 blocks from the parade route and withing a few blocks of other St. Patrick's day bars. On the west side of Central Park so it's a bit of a walk from the parade, about 15 \ 20 minutes, a long narrow bar with seating. We found a spot along the wall but after my husband ordered a sandwich the bartender had us sit at a recently available table. Our grilled chicken sandwich with fries $12 was very good as was our server. This was a surprisingly good spot to relax and enjoy a beer and sandwich away from the crowds. read more

A dive bar with cheap priced food and cold beer. What more do you need? Burger and fries for like $6, chicken parm sandwich for $7. My only CON is that there are two waitresses that work there, the younger cute one tends to be really nice while the older one can be a bit crabby at times. Unfortunately I generally see the latter... read more