Last of the old school commuter bars Cast of characters man... Gold beer, legit cheap shots and good food If you find yourself around the PA- stop in! read more

Unfortunately, you can't just come here to charge your phone, but I do recall my first visit. I was appalled that I had to go to the bar to order food and drinks, like I was on the clock. The Australian bartender was completely blitzed--dancing around and acting like a total fool. I ordered a turkey club, which was nothing to write home about. The cocktail--I can't even recall. Their only saving grace is that it's located in the PABT, so it's convenient for travelers heading to New Jersey. Other than that, "you officially have the supreme touch!" read more

Cozy pub right inside port authority. Fast bar service and friendly bartenders! Didn't get to try the food but I know I'll def be back. read more

Attentive and friendly bar staff. Reasonable prices for Midtown Manhattan. Good, dark place to chill before a bus ride out of the Big Apple. Menu includes sandwiches, sliders, apps and salads. Fresh and tasty! Sports on televisions and opinions aplenty around the bar! Don't argue, just listen. A true final slice of NYC! read more

McAnn's - Turkey Club sandwich with fries instead of potato chips (crisps) - Pubs Near Me - New York, New York

Came here for a very quick meal before catching having to catch the bus from PA BT to NJ. Convenient to be open late. Overall service was good - we sat that bar - watched the game and ordered quick appetizer to share. They ran out of pulled pork sliders which was the first choice. Chicken quesadilla was recommended, however the chicken was really, really dry (overcooked). Will have to try something different next time. Big screen tv to watch sport and pool table in the back. Restrooms are outside in the PA BT. read more

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I never used Port Authority Bus Terminal without visiting McAnn's. Port Authority Bus Terminal is the biggest bus terminal in New York, probably the biggest in America. When I came the bus terminal for the first time, I happened to find McAnn's. At that time, I had to go to Newark on business and thought I wanted to drop in at McAnn's on my way back apartment from Newark by a bus after working in the day. The reason why I decided to visit McAnn's was that it was easy for me to enter the bar because it had big counter table and easily ordered a menu for staff. Moreover the menu was including Guinness beer and draft beer etc, maybe, Irish style that I loved. McAnn's was a chain of Irish bars. According to the rumor, it was similar to the Blarney Stone, which old-time New Yorkers remember seeing all over the city. ( along with imitators, like the Blarney Cove on East 14th Street, RIP). McAnn's got its start in 1945 and its height in the 1980s, there were 28 McAnn's in the city. It seemed to be clustered in Midtown. One was near Penn Station on West 33rd Street; another occupied 216 West 50th Street. A McAnn's existed at 687 Lexington Avenue and just blocks away at 692 third Avenue. Can you remember a gorgeous neon sign of this McAnn's entrance in a very famous movie set in New York ? If you are able to get the answer, your age is ...... oh, secret.. ;) The answer is " Taxi Driver" released in 1976. The entrance neon sign of McAnn's at 692 third Avenue appeared in the nighttime scene which main character, Travis Bickel ( Robert De Niro ) apparently stopped in for a drink. By the way, On July 8,2022, former Japanese Prime Minister was shot by 41years old suspect. it occurred to me that the suspect, Yamagami seemed to be Taxi Driver, main character of Vietnam veteran. Nowadays, McAnn's was disappear. This is why New York had changed a lot since the 1980s, and that kind of workingman's watering hole was edged out of existence. This McAnn's in the second-story of the Port Authority have become the last one, and its place is in window-free space for more than two decade. It attracts plenty of customers, including many regulars. It has existed behind a blur of miserable commuters for 20 years, and it is the last location of a forgotten chain of New York bars founded in 1945. I felt a nostalgic New York bars used by a number of worker including me. read more

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Whenever I stop in to kill time because I missed my bus I am greeted by such a warm smile. Claire, the bartender is a true gem. I normally get a well drink that consists of Jameson and ginger ale for $7. They also offer Happy Hour specials for certain drinks for $5. Their menu is not extensive but some of the items are decent. I've tried the mozzarella sticks which can be a hit or miss, the chicken quesadilla which is not so good, and their boneless wings which are so-so. read more

If you're looking for a diamond in the rough of the lovable wasteland that is Port Authority Bus Terminal look no further than McAnnes. The jukebox box is excellent and plays anything you'd like for a premium. Purple Rain then November Rain back to back to back unlocks free credits......legend has it. Patrons are convivial as they give you COVID. Handshake and a wink style. 4 stars for McAnns. read more

Always friendly service and slinging the best beers to go that $ can buy - because it won't set you back much!! Def swing in here if you find yourself at the port authority! read more

Terrible service,I literally sat there for 20 minutes patiently waiting, the place wasn't packed I finally asked for a Stella from the bartender who was in front of me pouring a Stella for one of the 5 orders they took before mine from individuals that arrived after I did. He looked at me and went about his business and it took an additional 5 minutes and I had to order from a different bartender. read more

McAnn's - Finally got my Stella after 25 Minutes and 2 requests. - Pubs Near Me - New York, New York

At least there is a decent bar to hit up in the hell hole known as the Port Authority. Not a bad spot to grab a few pints of beer while waiting for your bus. As we had over a half hour to kill before heading out to Medieval Times this was the closest and easiest spot to do a little pre-gaming. Dartboard, a few video games, 50's-70's music playing, friendly bartender, large bar area to sit around, and an ok selection of beers on tap - Bass, Guinness, Stella, etc. Beers run around $7-$8 a pint. Kind of reminds me of a slow quiet pub in the suburbs. No bathroom on the premises so make sure to take care of business across the hall before getting on your bus. Now onward to storm the castle in Dirty Jerzey! read more

I have to say - for a small hole-in-the-wall bar inside of Port Authority, this place is pretty good. It has some of the most friendliest bartenders who will know you by name if you come there often enough. Whenever the buses are delayed, I quickly go down to this place. I would rather sip on a Guinness than stand in line with obnoxious Central Jersey commuters who believe they should be driven around in Bentleys and can't quite get over themselves. If you have to sit on a bus for more than 30 minutes, one thing you will quickly learn is remember to empty your bladder, because after 2 or 3 beers, you will be... "pissed" you didn't ;-) This place has okay appetizers if you want a snack to cover up your alcohol breath before you come home to your spouse, as well. read more

McAnn's - 2nd floor Port Authority - Pubs Near Me - New York, New York

What does one do while they are stuck waiting half an hour at Port Authority for a bus to New Jersey? They find a bar and drink, of course! McAnn's is a decent pub smack in the middle of this giant bus terminal. They have a decent beer selection along with music playing, a dartboard and a golf game. It's a nice, relaxing place to kick back and just hang out while waiting for your bus to arrive. It is not a place I would go out of my way of to visit unless I was heading somewhere via Port Authority, however, it's not a terrible place either. read more

I put music in the jukebox , mix of Pink Floyd , black eyed peas, Santana All of a sudden all the songs were skipped. Bartender said the music was "too much for the Bar" Then proceeded to put some trash music on. Pretty sad that in NYC a bartender or otherwise would think money paid and paying customers don't matter #wishiwasadjnotabusstationbartender read more

Great drinking spot if your waiting for the bus. Food is really not that great, typical low end Irish bar food but if you're hungry anything works! Best thing about the bar is that you can get beers to go for 3.50 so if you wanna have one waiting for the bus, this is the spot! read more

McAnn's - Pubs Near Me - New York, New York

It is a fantastic spot, especially for viewing sports, and the bartenders are always professional. Moreover, the food is quite good

When a friend and I walked into McAnn's looking for outlets to charge our phones after our bus got canceled I didn't expect that it'd be the best time I'd ever had at a bar. The bouncer Iggy and Rachel the bartender were amazing company, they were incredibly friendly and great to talk to. We spent about an hour at the bar chatting to them and listening to a story or two and I wish we could've hung around for longer before they closed. The drinks were good and at a very reasonable price too. Overall the vibes were immaculate and I can say with absolute certainty that the first place I'll visit if I return to NYC is McAnn's. I cannot recommend them higher. read more

I've been to this bar a few times, while my friend waits for his bus to the armpit state (Jersey). It is in the port authority. Its got this cool familiar vibe. You can watch sports, or eat popcorn from their machine. Sometimes it fresh, sometimes its stale. Its all good. The people are pleasant to talk to. Its usually pretty quiet. The music is quite good. I have not tasted their food. read more

Holy Shit did I have good time last night! I mean there are no more rugs to be cut at this place although the juke box has gone down hill since this internet BullSh*t started. It's your kinda place to get down and have a good time also, best St Patrick's party in town! I call this "My Little Manhattan Oasis" In the afternoons sometimes i spread my ny post on the bar top and read it from front to back and nobody interrupts my concentration. Oh and the staff I tells ya I love the staff and good conversation to be had by all. But honestly, not for nothing but would it kill them to put a restroom in there? See you again tonight!!! read more

This amazing Port Authority gem has been around for years. From the daily regulars to the transients headed out from Gotham City, McAnns is the placed to be. Drinks are reasonable for a Times Square locale and potent as they should be. The bartenders are fun and attentive. Overall, an amazing booze fest that we want to keep as a secret. Come one, come all...leave your personal baggage at the door and grab a stool....and the food....they oven bake everything that needs to be cooked. Less oil, very fresh and delicious!!! Two words, Hot Dogs!!! One more word, quesadillas!!! Heck, the sandwiches and sliders are shareable. Weekdays...free popcorn, freshly popped. Stop reading this and bring your butt over!!!!! Don't forget to give a holla to Claire on Saturdays and Mondays. read more

The bar has a nice dive bar vibe with a pool table and mostly bar seating. The bartender immediately greeted me and got me a draft beer. Unfortunately the cook had stepped out so I wasn't able to order food and the draft beer had an unclean draftline taste. read more

Not a bad place to kill time before you have have to catch your bus or to wait for someone to arrive. They've got a pretty decent selection of beer on tap. Food is ok, mostly bar snack type stuff (wings, frieds, sliders, quesadillas etc.) I found the service friends and the crowd's pretty good too. Not the best dinner but you can have snacks like I mentioned and a decent pint of Guiness. I am sure I'll be back. read more

Solid spot to go to after work and if you're impatient, like myself to wait on those god awful lines that PA is known to have during rush hours. The bartender are nice. Bathrooms are across the hall which is a bummer because they are disgusting and lines can be super long. This spot compensates with their to-go drinks! Can't get better than that. read more

McAnn's - Pool table to pass by time during rush hour. - Pubs Near Me - New York, New York

This was my first time inside of a bar in Port Authority, i know i know..what a surprise. Honestly i paid $5 for a bud light draft. what a sham. The place is basically a normal, dive bar that i would go back home. Its nothing special at all. I believe i saw someone with a dish of fries or something. Maybe they have happy hour? Anyway, its a quiet spot that would be nice for a quick drink while waiting to meet up with friends. (which is what i did =P ) read more

Had some time to kill since I missed my bus so I sat at a table to do some paperwork. The place was empty. Waiter came over and said can I help you. I said no I'm fine. He then proceeded to tell me I had to leave if I didn't order anything so I ordered a water. He then says we don't have any water and told me to leave. I went to talk to the owner to see if he would allow me to finish my paperwork and he told me I had to leave. I could understand if it was crowded. Owner was very rude. read more

If you are looking for a great bar to hang out in near port authority, you gotta check out this place. I was hanging out with my boyfriend all evening about to head over to our gate and decided to have one more drink before heading back home to Jersey. Geraldine is Amazing!! She made delicious drinks!! Not watered down where you feel like you gotta have 12 to even get a light buzz and not so strong where you feel you can make 3 drinks out of that one drink. She made them to absolute perfection! So good, that we almost missed our bus because we just had to have one more before leaving! Karaoke was going on which was pretty cool. Not sure if otherwise there is a jukebox or just an iPod playing. We had a great time and it was the perfect ending to an awesome night :) Katherine read more

Ahh perfect getaway from commercial Times Square. This place keeps it real. A comfortably divey feel still while still being upscale enough for corporate types to come for drinks after work. Perhaps my favorite part of all is that they play 80's rock and metal. Thank you!!!! Wish there were more bars like this in NYC. And they had veggie sliders for veggies like me! But plenty of regular meat based bar food for everyone else. Will definitely come back here. And pick this as a great meeting spot too. Meet at McAnn's!!! read more

Went here while waiting for my bus. Service was friendly, but really slow. We sat at s table instead of the bar; probably a mistake in hindsight because they were all very well tended to & looked like they were having s blast. Food was decent. Came here for the beer, so was pleasantly surprised that the food was good. Prices are fair. No bathroom; have to go to other side of that level. Bottom line, I'd come back, but only if there was room at the bar read more

is it sad that the cleanest place in Port Authority is a bar? moreover, why did a cop show up right outside after a group of Yelpers and their friends walk in? if you've got time to kill at Port Authority while waiting for a bus, this is a probably the best place to spend time at. local pub feel with a few basic taps (Bass, Guinness, Yuengling, Coors Light, etc), a dartboard, pool, and video golf. not too busy on a Saturday evening, and service was good. music was fun, they had one of the cable music channels playing oldies. not too loud, so you can just relax and chill. beers run you about $7 for a pint. I was expecting to pay more since you are in the worst of all worlds here - a transit hub in the middle of Manhattan, but whatevs. read more

Nice little Irish bar on the second floor of the Port Authority. Good spot to polish a few while waiting to catch your bus. Bartenders are pretty cool. Decent beer selection. I like the fact they carry PBR bottles! Rolling Rock too! read more

Great pub if you're stuck in the hell that is Port Authority. Drinks are reasonably priced, and the sliders are decent.

McCan's is a great place to watch sports with a lively cheering crowd, excellent food, snacks and if you're thirsty, wonderful drinks. Great service, space, and screens! read more

In-the-cut dive bar inside Port Authority that is good for decently priced drinks in the area if your bus is leaving within 20 minutes. There are, however, a few much cheaper dive bars in the blocks nearby if you have more than 45 minutes to spare. read more

Great spot to have a drink or alight meal. I stop here now and then with friends. This place has good seating and a warm ambiance. If your at the Port Authority and you have some time to kill I do recommend grabbing a drink here. There are no bathrooms but the Port Authority has many to make up for it. Drinks are fairly priced considering it is midtown NYC. read more

Years gone by you would be mugged or attacked by a homeless man on your way to catch a bus, but today the building has cleared up and this is one of the great shining holes in the wall a good American pub with a blond busty Irish girls working the bar.Who would think up to a couple of years ago a women could work or walk in this building.After a long Stress week working and waiting to catch a bus this is the place to go read more

I ordered the sliders and fries and they were completely inedible. The fries were shoestring and somehow combined the worst properties of undercooked and overcooked. Starchy, dense and dry yet without crispness. They also smelled horribly like sweat which I HOPE was just old oil and not something much worse. Onto the 3 sliders. Basic potato bun, quarter sized patty cooked to death with no juice to it at all. I sampled one and sent the whole plate back and had it removed from the bill. read more

Not a bad place to grab a couple while waiting for a bus, or a friend coming from the bus. The drinks are good, the pours are fair and the bartender was very courteous. It's got that dark dive bar feel, and there are a few drunks, as well as homeless Port Authority denizens skulking around, but not a bad place to go. read more

I've been a patron here for about 12 years and love this place till recently. The bartenders are very friendly and always remember your name with the exception of one. There is a new bartender by the name of Claire. In all the years I have patronized this pub, I never had an issue. When I first encountered her on a Saturday, it was pleasant. The bar wasn't crowded. Probably a few people. When I left, I wished her luck as a newbie and gave a quite a sizeable tip. I went back a couple of weeks later on a weekday which had a lot more people and it took her forever to even acknowledge me. Just a side note, there were a couple of guys which appeared she was trying to flirt with not sure. But, considering sometimes customers are on a time limit due to bus schedules or just ordering a to go package, she wasn't rushing to even say hello to ensure I knew she saw me. In my opinion not very professional as a bartender. I did confront her about the length of time it took her and she didn't appreciate it. Now I have to figure what days she's working and make a point not to go or just pick another pub nearby all together. Hopefully, she won't last and it won't come to that. read more

Loved the proximity, quick drinks, pleasant and welcoming bartenders. However, the only strange and somewhat weird character is the male individual who may be the short-order Cook and is definitely an evening Server whose conduct is somewhat questionable. read more

Worst experience I have ever had in my life! Stopped in for the first time about two weeks ago and came back about 3 times after. Beers where average priced and initial service was prompt but no overwhelming. I would overall decent. Came in and had Claire as my bartender and everything changed. She ignored me since the beginning. I got along well with everyone there purchased several drinks had a client offer to buy me a drink where she asked him if he was sure and that she didn't want him to get taken advantage of. He was as surprised as I was that she would say such a thing. She threw the receipt at me and ignored me and was nasty through out it all. I later asked to talk to her at the side of the bar because it was loud and couldn't hear her and I had a question about the weekends and if there was ever a live band or dj, she then kicked me out of the bar and lied to everyone. I have never in my life dealt with racism! I do not know this lady and was very polite to her and did not deserve this treatment. I was also well mannered and got along with everyone fine to the point where I was offered drinks! This left a very sour taste and will remember this for aslong as I live. I have never been kicked out of anywhere more treated like this. Horrible racist experience by Claire the bartender at McAnn's in port authority NYC read more