Wish I had come here sooner! I didn't realize I had such a gem in my neighborhood (though I rarely drink so that's part of it). My friend and I met up here to catch up and also "celebrate" our birthdays. I love the local, old-school vibe of McCoy's. It was a very chill Tuesday evening. The bartender was incredibly nice and attentive. We got there around 9pm and stayed until about 1am and sat at the bar. The other customers were equally nice and it was the perfect environment to catch up with an old friend and ring in our respective birthday and half-birthday. I like that they have hooks to hang up your coat so you're not just sitting on it. They have a nice selection of whiskeys and beer, so both my friend and I left happy. I see a few reviews that say to bring cash, I can't remember if we had an issue with that, but I'm pretty sure we paid with a CC. Though, bring cash just in case! read more

The owner is extremely rude and inappropriate. My friend and I went to the women's bathroom together and he started yelling at us, banging on the door, and turning the lights on and off because apparently only one person was allowed in the bathroom at a time. There was no sign saying this, and honestly, going to the bathroom together is a pretty normal thing for girls to do. It was clearly a simple misunderstanding. We explained that someone was actively using the bathroom, but he insisted that we open the door immediately while my friend was indecent. She's a woman, he's a man, and there was absolutely no reason to put her in that position just to prove a point. He could have easily explained the rule afterward. The whole situation was completely unnecessary and made us extremely uncomfortable. I've never had an experience like this at a bar. His behavior was aggressive and bizarre, and I would not recommend this place based on how we were treated. read more

Jeannette is so awesome but unfortunately the owner is a creep. I was there multiple times a week but one day I walked in and the owner was shirtless and had his hand in his pants. This was literally 12:30pm but he seemed to be on drugs. I asked him to break a $10 bill and he FREAKED OUT And insisted it was a fake $10 bill. I live next to the place and was a regular, he had met me multiple times before but he seemed strung out and very out of it this time. Please be careful if you do go here. It was obviously a real $10 bill, I wouldn't pull a heist for ten dollars from my local spot lol. Cool place and worth going for Jeanette but please be careful around the owner, he seems unwell read more

Cute spot for a couple of pints of Guinness. McCoys been around since 1916 and as a native New Yorker for 51+ years I'm adverse to admit that I'd never been before. read more

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Usually a great place with affordable drinks. Went today and charged 25$ for each drink. We live here so are used to the prices... Sad that a fun dive bar is gouging its customers. read more

A locals bar to the T, McCoys feels like you've been there a million times even on your first time. It's a narrow bar going maybe 100 feet back but it makes good use of its space. The bar is clean, floors aren't sticky, and the only bartender on duty is holding down the front while taking orders and running them to the back. There's barstools in the front and booths in the back for a more intimate gathering (if you can have one while drinking). They have TVs throughout so you can stay on top of whatever game is on at the moment and their beer/drink selection is solid. This is very much a no frills bar, you come for drinks and that's what you'll get. The mixed drinks were on the heavier side which is a pro considering the drinks weren't on the cheaper side. The beer was poured well too which is about all you can ask for in a beer. Again, this is a dive bar, don't expect too much but do expect a decent time. read more

best bar nyc!!! love it here ! The atmosphere is fantastic. I love catching a drink here.

Remembered this pub from 3 days of the Condor the pastrami on rye looked good and was not disappointed great ambiance very friendly cold draft easy five stars read more

Great, quick, and friendly service! Got a quick Guinness and margarita for a super reasonable price. Thanks McCoys!!

Pretty relaxed place in HK. Overall, I had a pleasant experience at McCoys, which gave me old-school, local NYC vibes. Also, everything about the bar screams chill, but the pub did not disappoint with its array of beers and liquors. I personally went with McCoys lager in between my $5 Jameson shots. The prices for beer are pretty generous and slightly below the asking price for other bars in the area. Unfortunately, McCoys is a cash-only bar, but they have an atm (with a $2.50 charge) in the back. read more

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A great Irish spot on 9th avenue, full of great characters and a good pint of Guinness. A must visit on 9th avenue. The service is quick and friendly, the ambience puts you at a bar stool in Ireland read more

A very welcoming bar in midtown where the bartenders are very friendly and always up for a fun conversation!

We had some time to kill before our reservation and stopped here for a quick drink. It was also 90 degrees outside. The bartender was super friendly and fast, and it was nice and cool inside. read more

McCoys Pub - two glasses of water on a table - Irish Pub Near Me - New York, New York

OMG, I love this little bar so so much! Since our first time there 4 months ago, we went back around three more times. It is such a chill bar the prices are quite amazing for NYC. I have never not seen this place busy, so I cant call this a well-kept secret. The guy at the bar (Steven, I think, I heard someone call him - now I feel like an a** for not asking his name) was so attentive and warm. Limited beer list, good whiskey and other hard drinks though. They don't have a kitchen which gives you a chance to try the restaurants and the empanadas around the area. The only issue I have is that they have limited outdoor seating - like 1 table, that's it. So if there is a crowd like us, then sorry, you have to wait four hours at least to get that table lol. read more

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Each time I come to NYC, I walk. I walk and look for interesting looking places and just go in blind. So it was with McCoys. Wife was getting hair done nearby, and afterward settled in for a pint of Guinness. Bartender Jeanette made us feel at home, and we discussed Ireland. More pints, shots, and Baileys later, we were wishing a joint like this was not in our hometown. We even bought two tee shirts, and can't wait to return! Thanks for a great afternoon Jeanette! read more

Service was was amazing. The young bartender was awesome. Very friendly and attentive. Gave us the best directions. I strongly recommend this place. If I ever make it back I'll make sure to stop by. read more

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Best dive bar/irish pub in Hell's Kitchen. Bartenders are great. Be sure to bring cash after midnight.

This place was so much fun !! It's a locals bar but everyone was so nice and welcoming ! We met so many people there. The bartender was amazing, and the drinks were actually decently priced for being in NYC! I will return to this place during my next stay ! read more

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Laid back, good prices ( for New York of course). You are looking at around 3 to 8 dollars a drink for the average person ( beer and well whiskey) The bartenders and patrons are as talkative as you are. Imagine an Irish pub in Hell's Kitchen and this place is most likely what you imagined. I've seen rock concert t-shirts, business suits, and sports jerseys sitting next to each other all talking to each other about the Yankees game on the tv above the bar. I've seen Southern accents talking to British accents talking to Aussie accents talking to Irish accents talking to New York accents...I mean, it seems like the landing spot for laid back personalities rather than particular identities. Not a pretentious atmosphere...which is a good thing, I think. :) read more

Had a great time! Brought some friends from out of town with the intention of just one drink and ended up staying for several! Sean, the bartender, was very charming and gracious. Highly recommend, for both service and ambiance. read more

Love coming to McCoys with friends for a local scene, and open late night. The Owner is a true Irish gentleman! Been an Established Hells Kitchen Public for 25+ yrs. read more

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Great place! Just know what you're getting when you go there. It's a small bar, not a pub or a restaruant.

Not a friendly spot for anyone that's visiting. They are pretty set in their ways and not down for changing any of that. They like there regulars and didn't seem excited for us to buy any drinks. read more

Bar's fine...whatever, normal midtown. But an unposted $20 credit card minimum is unacceptable these days. Can't buy a G&T and a beer on a credit card? "Buy a shot of Jameson; it's only $7," recommended the bartender as the ice melted in my drink...you wanna be cash only, fine. But then do that. read more

A must stop for a pint and a whiskey back. Old school Irish pub with the fastest talking Irish bar keep this side of the Atlantic. Steven was a real good guy. Makes you feel welcome. Customers were also friendly once they figured out if you were a wanker or not. Usually open late, but with COVID they are following the rules. read more

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highly recommend. the "McCoy pour" is legendary and fully real at the same time. Fabulous staff. Even better blues on the sound system. great prices. did we mention the great drinks? Highly recommend. read more

Excellent place to have a breakup. Mostly kidding, but drinks are good, TVs are everywhere, and the booths are dark and cozy! Definitely a great neighborhood bar. read more

Absolutely terrible bar. Told us "this wasn't the place for us" because my fiancé tried to order a water after I ordered a beer. Told us they got a "huge crowd coming in for the game" after the GreenBay game was already past halftime and the place was EMPTY. 0 stars if it was an option. read more

Waited for about 15 minutes and was ignored multiple times as the waitress made her rounds chatting with customers. I thought the service was lacking because of my skin color but after reading other 1 star reviews they don't like tourists. I'd question why anyone would support a business that's super sus. Fortunately, after leaving we stumbled upon a gem where service was excellent, blessing in disguises. read more

Nice Irish pub with a beautiful ambiance. Bartender was authentically Irish as well, who moved to NYC 11 years ago. Stopped in for a drink before looking for food. I'd return if I end up in NYC again. read more

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DEAD in the WALL... As we entered, we were immediately greeted by a stench of wretchedness. We hoped it would wain... however the service was just as bad as the undeniable disregard for the standard of air quality and/or human decency. Rat... in the wall? read more

Chill spot I visited with friends after seeing a show at Terminal 5 last night. Dark lighting, good music, cold drinks and very friendly bartender. We enjoyed our time there. Definitely a locals bar but I'd go back, I felt comfortable there. read more

I just don't see the appeal. The walkway to the bar is far too narrow, but the bar is nice and long. The standing room does not exist, but the booths are nice. In the back there is one very large table which does it make nice for a bigger group. but who knows how early you have to get there to secure the spot. My friends were rude, but the bartender was rude back. I feel like this is a 'local' joint & if you don't frequent it much, your experience will be sub par. Plus Side- Someone famous comes here every Tuesday. I won't say who, but he's a pretty stellar dude. read more

Liked it. I wouldn't purposefully seek it out - I mean, it's all the way on 9th, in Midtown - but when in the neighborhood or after work, it's a real comfortable place to grab a few drinks. After my mouth-drying experience http://www.yelp.com/biz/bagel-stix-new-york#hrid:gKUagdgPpCse3-slAzxtbQ, I downed a $4 Yuengling pint quick. Then moved on to the $6 Guinness. I hoped to drink my way out of a headache (from forgetting to eat all day only to consume half a bagel on the dirty streets of New York. Bleecht!), but I failed (that came after the $14 dram of Lagavulin at Central Bar). Anyway, let's get useful: - $4 All-day specials. - 11 flatscreens, 9 of which are very large, and they are all very strategically placed - which is easy to do, since the bar is basically a rail-road. - Pretty good jukebox with all the rock standards. - Chilled out bartender. - Kitchen open until 2am, bar open until 4am every single day. I can't imagine that this joint gets all that hopping - minus game days - but if I lived in the neighborhood, we may get along rather famously. But I live in Clinton Hill, and I'm not about long-distance relationships. Sorry, McCoy. It was fun. I'll call you, okay? read more

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I was in the neighborhood and was unfamiliar drinking spot around here, so when i noticed this Irish pub, I of course went inside for a drink. It was a tad small but nice with excellent TVs on all the walls. They offered their own brand of ale. It was really good. So good, that i think I had about 5+ of em'. I'm not really a beer drinker except in special situations. The flavor/body of this beer was a special situation. A nice little spot with some good selections. read more

McCoys Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - New York, New York

I love an Irish pub. This was the place to go on a chilly night while we waited for a table nearby. Delicious Guinness and the atmosphere was casual but lovely. Not many people there at 7pm on a Saturday night yet, so we got a booth and hung out a bit. We wanted to go back after dinner but thought we should explore a few more bars in the area. read more

Dani is an absolute amazing bartender if you're ever in Hell's kitchen you definitely need to stop by this bar. I was having issues with my Wi-Fi and she was so kind that she let me use her phones hotspot so I could order an Uber to get back to my hotel. One thing to know though is it's a cash only bar so bring your cash and your thirst for good drinks. Highly recommend the margarita. read more

Great, cozy pub with a fun atmosphere and good drinks. Went in after 10:00 and the place was full-ish, but not so pack that me and some friends couldn't find some room to stand and drink. The barman's a really friendly dude who appreciates return customers and who can fix you up with some cheap yet GOOD beer (try the Black and Tan). He always plays good music. There's a couple of big screen TVs here and there that play some football games as you sip your drink. As with most bars, there's a minimum charge of $10 for using a credit card, so if you're only zipping in for a drink make sure you bring cash. However, the beer is pretty good so it probably won't be an issue for most people. read more

There's a long, narrow bar on the left-hand side when you enter and booths in the back. Hang your many Winter belongings on the bar hooks under the bar and/or behind you on the wall--such a nice touch. Order a McCoy's Ale, if you're wanting to drink off "the beaten path." The beer is good and the vibe is chill. The toilets are clean and not down some dark and scary stairwell. Thanks, McCoy's! read more

Let me just say that I'm never here of my own volition. McCoy's is OK as a backup bar or place to meet up, but after an hour or two I usually want to leave. Maybe it's the fact that their beer list leaves something to be desired. Even though it's a neighborhood place (or so my friends inform me) and not trying to be something it's not, I frequently find myself wishing it were (and recently forced my friends to relocate to Pony Bar at 3 am). On the other hand, many of its acolytes seem to be perfectly groovy with McCoy's. I also don't quite have a handle on the crowd here--maybe reflective of the neighborhood. I can't vouch for the food but my buddies have ordered it, so it can't be too bad. I will say that the bartenders have always been nice. Check it out for yourself. You might like it. read more