Typical pub that you're used to. Came on a Saturday place was packed wall to wall. If that's your scene then this place is for you. They also have an outdoor patio. (They're dog friendly) read more

I've been to McSwiggins sooo many times for Pats games and grub. In my mind , best wings / fries in Hoboken and always friendly service . This weekend was no exception - hot , flavorful and the crispiest waffle fries out there . Phenomenal !! read more

McSwiggan's Pub - The perfect lunch !! - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

(Drank 07/08/2023 SA @ 8:45pm): There were plenty of options for a swig of something at this local Irish pub! On our walk home from a relaxing meal at Blue Eyes Restaurant, I decided on a nightcap or two, and lo and behold we came across McSwiggan's Pub. I could never turn down some libations at an Irish pub, so I "dragged" my friend and our lil' black beast for some post-meal drinking. It was a surprisingly calm evening when we first arrived, but soon enough the place started popping as it got later and revelers were out and about. Would my first visit or swig at this pub elicit more drinking - and maybe eating - adventures!? PURCHASE Yuengling Brewery Black & Tan Beer 16floz Draft ($9.00). Dark caramel color, roasty sweet aroma, medium body, chocolate coffee roasty flavor, smooth finish, and light chocolate coffee roasty aftertaste - always a favorite! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=gqX-Tx_j2TKJB-KvgZCKRg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Hoboken Brewing Day American Light Beer 16floz Draft ($6.00): Rich amber color, slight malty aroma, low body, slight malty sweet flavor, clean finish, and slight malty sweet aftertaste - a simple brew. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-eopJa3ZrT9l8Cba6oumMg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Hoboken Brewing Cityside Hazy NEIPA Beer 16floz Draft ($9.00). Golden amber color, slight fruity hoppy aroma, low body, slight fruity hoppy flavor, smooth finish, and slight fruity hoppy aftertaste - subtle flavor throughout. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=fjU5B9oL_NkmpW-n1ymaaA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw SERVICE We were initially greeted by a stern doorman who eventually warmed up to us as the evening continued. Because furry family members weren't understandably allowed inside, we opted for the inviting outdoor patio which was fine since it was a warm evening. They had a QR Code ordering system which was a breeze to use. A friendly young man brought our orders almost immediately and collected our empty glasses each time. Everything was easy and efficient - thank you! PARKING (Street Only; N/A this instance) We were walking back to my friend's relatively nearby place. Otherwise, as was the case for much of Hoboken, there were limited spots along the main drag of 1st St. and all surrounding streets if you were lucky enough to find an empty spot, or you took public transportation which stopped nearby - nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE This corner watering hole https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=XxjD1KK4TUg9QVOiaeXuwg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw was your typical pub and sports bar while the Irish part was more by name and its abundance of whiskeys. There were plenty of booths, tables, and stools at the bar to rest your arse while we opted for the aforementioned outdoor patio https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=9U77ycj9D99a3SbNjOjTig&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw which was more calm and quiet except for the street traffic. Decent natural lighting entered inside while dim electric ceiling lights and the glow from the TVs filled in the rest. As you'd imagine, there was plenty of natural lighting outside in addition to the street and hung electric lights, respectively. There were plenty of TVs inside (they appeared to have removed the ones outside) while a combination of both background music and volume from the TVs bombarded your ear space. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-XKnufKoI1LwCA4jFq70dg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I felt at home at McSwiggan's Pub and would love to return to experience their food and maybe a game with the local patrons. They had an exhaustive drink menu while the food menu was varied enough with your usual pub and sports bar fare. The prices were comparable, the service straightforward, they were pet-friendly outside, and everyone generally seemed welcoming. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $25.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more

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I give this place no stars! I went here with my friends to celebrate their graduation... we enjoy playing pool all together, it's so much fun! But we got met with the meanest bartender I've ever encountered I understand as a bartender you make a majority of your pay with tips but seriously bro? Me and 2 of my other friends don't drink... also it's 10pm on a Monday? In what world do you think it's okay to treat us like children? And tell us "this isn't a playground" that's fucked and extremely disrespectful read more

Had a great time watching the Masters. Service was excellent as was the atmosphere. Lots of TV's. Food was as expected. The manager runs a good business. Will be back. read more

McSwiggan's Pub - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Terrible service and worse staff. Hostile staff. My somewhere to take kids or beloved ones.

I came here with my husband for some drinks to end our night before heading home. The place was super crowded considering Covid restrictions. We were sat a table outside since inside was full. The table was still dirty from whoever sat there before, I sprayed it down with my own alcohol. I ordered a jalapeño margarita, it only tasted like sour mix on ice. My husband had a Strongbow cider which was not cold. We decided to order pickleback shots, one of our favorites...big mistake. The whiskey was so watered down and tasted like nothing, so disappointing. We told our server about it and he said it was Jameson, that was definitely a lie. I aldo used the restroom which was really dirty and smelled terrible. Completely disappointed with my experience here and will not go back. read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Pickleback shots. The whiskey was super watered down, and tasted like nothing. - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Finally got here early enough to snag "OK" seats for the Pats game. I say just OK because while there were ample TVs playing the game (with the sound on - love!), the way the high-tops and low-tops are laid out (high-tops in front, lows behind and two steps down) mean that there's little to no good viewing available from the outdoors seats. Simple suggestion to the bar: maybe switch the two -- that way all three rows get good viewing and everyone is happy. While we were waiting for the game to start, we saw three separate parties sit then leave in the table by us because of the viewing issue. One quarter in, we are standing up during key plays to see the game over the front rows' heads. With few bars playing the Pats game with sound, we just deal with this annoyance but honestly the quick fix would make a world of difference! Food is decent/typical for a sports bar and appreciate the $19/bucket of beers, though limited to Bud Light and Miller. This place gets jammed for Football Sunday when the weather is nice, so plan accordingly! read more

McSwiggan's Pub - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Highly disappointed. Bouncer tried to break real ID this Friday evening. Have always had great things to say until tonight read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Bouncer tried to break real ID this Friday night. Highly disappointed in this establishment. - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Great beer + great pub fare & enough tv's to watch every sport ya love and some pool? Sign me up! Love it every time I'm here. Great friendly staff and overall good vibes! read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Draft Beer - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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One of many no frills pubs in 1st Street in Hoboken. They have a decent number of tables outside, even if their parklet the isn't open. They now have ordering via QR code so just order from your phone, and the waitress brings out your food or drinks. read more

Great people and food In good hands with new management Keno and karaoke makes for a fun night out read more

PROS: This place is one of the best Irish bars in the area. The music is lit, its always jumping if you like crowds, and the bar is larger than most so it's able to attend to more people at once. CONS: It's away from all the other major bars so it's a walk, and its very tiny. You can't even walk through it because the crowd is just squished in there OVERALL: If you don't mind fighting the crowds and walking out of your way to get here then I suggest you attend, if not, then go somewhere else read more

How do you keep customers during a pandemic? Well you double your pieces, cut drinks down and cut your menu NOT WHAT A JOKE THIS BAR HAS BECOME None of my buddies will go anymore- And after today neither will I 9.50 for spiked seltzer? The specials and menu changes like the wind and the service- She never came back! I'm sorry but- New management is needed NOW or else this bar will not last A favorite and a regular spot for us for so many years is done read more

Came here for summer streets and it was fun! They have a good beer selection and the staff always keeps it entertaining there. I also got the mozzarella sticks and they were really good! read more

Go Blue! Perfect spot to watch a game, The Game, or a National Championship!!!!!!!!!!

I've been to this bar a few times & I think it is just alright. Is this a bar that will be one of my top choices to go to, no. At the same time, this is not a bar that I would refuse to go to either. To sum it up, I would not persuade my friends to go here on a Friday/Saturday night but if they all wanted to go, I would not protest. My biggest issue with this place is that recently they started to charge a $5 cover on weekends. I'm sorry but this place should NOT be charging a cover at all. Most bars in Hoboken (unless there is a live band which I'm totally fine with) don't charge a cover so I don't know why this establishment thought it was a good idea. Very flawed thinking if you asked me. read more

I like this place. I came here w my bf on Sat night. The vibes and music were just right. Beers were pretty standard, but a few more options than other bars. Food was not great tho. I ordered Salsa & Guac, my bf ordered beef burger. Both of us barely ate... read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Salsa & Guacmole - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Feel at home and the food is amazing !!! They really take the time to know you ! It's a good local place

Some of my best nights out in Hoboken have been at McSwiggan's. It's a no frills sports bar but unlike all of the other surrounding bars in the Irish corner (Marty O's, Mulligans, Dubliner) it's a guaranteed crazy and fun time. I used to DJ at a sports bar during my college years, and because of that I'm pretty nit picky about bar music. The DJ here passes with flying colors. The music choices are the perfect blend of top 40 hits and old school gems. No surprise that there is always a dance party here. I also love that there is a large outdoor area. If you are in for a casual happy hour you can post up outside or if you want to get yo' dance on you can venture to the dance floor for the party. It's just strait up fun here. Bars in this area can be very hit or miss and McSwiggan's always presents itself as a solid choice! read more

Cool pub in downtown Hoboken. They do offer $5 all you can eat every weeknight. Starts from $5 AYCE wings on Monday; $5 AYCE ribs on Tuesday; $5 AYFE boneless chicken on Wednesday; $5 AYCE oysters on Thursday and $5 AYCE nachos on Friday. That's pretty good deal if you're starving. $4 all drafts till 8pm on Wednesday night. See you tomorrow for oysters. Lmao read more

Bar atmosphere is fun and both the servers are bartenders are attentive! Food is very subpar; I wouldn't eat here again. Ordered a High Noon and I believe it was $12, which is super overpriced IMO. All around, just ok. read more

Came here as part of a pub crawl and it was mid afternoon, so probably can't compare to evenings. Plenty of outdoor seating in the sun and an average selection of beer at reasonable prices. The big thing for me was how friendly the (Irish) bar staff were. We chatted about rugby before the rest of the crawlers arrived and the place filled up somewhat. The staff seemed completely on top of everything and there was no delay when I went back to get a "Smoking Phoenix Bomb". I don't remember what was in it other than it had dry ice and orange soda. Who really cares what it tastes like when there's dry ice, right? Fun bar, will return next time I'm in Hoboken. read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Smoking Phoenix Bomb! - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Ah, McSwiggan's. I hate that I have to go all the way downstairs and back up for your bathrooms, but am glad you have a pool table and an actual dance floor. Plenty of TVs and a decent, but not impressive draft and bottled beer selection, but apparently, that's not why people are going here anymore anyway. The Smoking Phoenix Bombs are the new kid on the block, but one was enough for me. read more

Had a good time here on a Friday night! Beers are cold and the music is all from the radio. But when I'm having a couple I like to know every single song that plays. There is a cute area outside (see pic) but unfortunately it closes at 11:00 p.m. This a good place for dancing and mingling. Never ate here and I don't plan to do so. There is no cover and the drinks are moderately priced. It gets super crowed though! read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Cute outside area! - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Not safe. Don't go here. Totally packed. Someone should call the mayor. Gross. It's really just an average beer / shot beer with kinda good boneless buffalo wings but absolutely no personally or character. read more

Where do you go on a rainy monday night in Hoboken? McSwiggans. (1) there were actually women (2) there was a solid live band (3) the bartenders took care of us like we were their own (thank you ladies for helping us build a scotch castle btw) (4) they let us sit in with the band (I sang, extra instrument for by wingman. Thanks guys) (5) plenty of sports on flatscreens (6) great pool table and darts in the back. 'nuff said. read more

Mc Swiggens has literally kept my friends and I sane (and buzzed) during COVID. The owner is so nice and really cares about his business. Outside dining and drinking has been dope. When there's not a global pandemic taking a hot steaming dump on our lives, Mc Swiggs is good if you want to dance in a poorly lit room. The attract people of all ages but it definitely attracts young 20's crowd. 4 stars because food is ehh, but you shouldn't come here with the intentions of a good meal, decent meal yes, good is asking too much. read more

Our group of 4 came by on a Thursday evening, right after happy hour ended, and it wasn't too crowded. I figure this is not always the case, as we came during holiday season (aka most students in the area go home for the holidays instead of frequenting the bar). Felt a little awkward going to the restroom because the room it was in was partitioned by a curtain - turned out there was some sort of speech/small event going on. I asked for a screwdriver, and was basically given a glass of OJ. Also, we JUST missed happy hour. Non-happy hour prices were reasonable though - 2 beers and 2 well drinks came out to about 28 bucks. read more

When all the lines were out the door at every awesome place in Hoboken this is your place to go usually. Its kind of tiny, and no one was utilizing the dance floor unfortunately. Maybe because it was early still? who know. Solid prices for a typical bar. every so often the DJ will yell out a special drink or shot and you can buy it at that time at a discounted price. For a place with no cover it was not that bad but not my favorite place in Hoboken. Nothing special, just a bar. read more

Beware, this is a Patriots bar! McSwiggan's does something I wish every bar did; during football games they put a label under each TV saying what games it will air. That way you can pick a seat accordingly. So smart! When I was last here the was a special on Bud Light and wings, but you have to order them together. We missed out on part of the deal because we were not sure of what we wanted. They only have a limited number of beer towers so grab one when you can. I had ordered the gaelic burger which would have been great except the burger was cooked to medium well and killed the flavor. Show me some pink in that medium! All in all we had a good time though. read more

This place is ok but the dj is extremely rude. It was our friend's birthday and he not only ignored us but wouldn't play a popular song that happened to include the word birthday in it. When we asked him not only did he ignore us but the security was extremely rude. We are here trying to celebrate and we will definitely not recommend to friends in the future for birthdays or any type of celebration. At least pretend you're going to take requests. They also charged us for water which is ridiculous. Do you want people to throw up everywhere? Give them water goddamnit read more

If you would like to pay 20 dollars for a watered down cocktail you would love this bar. Besides that the music was good and you can watch sports which is fine. But if you're paying to drink, go somewhere else. read more

Good bar spot! Odd when we all first walked in. Saturday around 2ish and they had no servers so all orders had to go through bar. I got chicken Caesar wrap and sweet chili boneless bites. Both good! I would go back! read more

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Swiggs is a great pub for it's atmosphere and food. They have a glorious version of fully loaded chili nachos with waffle fries substituted for chips. Heaven in your mouth. Cool patio space for the warmer months and the nicotine dependent. For you sharks out there they have a pool table area all nights with plenty of stick room, unlike Hobson's. Sláinte! read more

McSwiggan's Pub - Aka Swiggs - American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

We love McSwiggins! Amazing bar staff, excellent food, good weekday drink specials, and trivia tuesdays. Come out and try to beat us! Again, let me emphasize the amazing bartenders! read more

I've been coming to McSwiggans frequently for the last 4 months and I never had any bad experience here. Over the 4 months, I end up knowing the majority of workers here because how much pride I show for my teams here, the Rangers, Yankees and Nets. I found out about this place because of a person who I used to be friends with introduced me to this place. This is the only bar I know in Hoboken that I like to just sit down, chill and watch my teams play. The food is really good. They have a lot of good drink options here. I always want to get a cocktail here but I feel bad how busy they get so I always order a beer. If anyone comes here, you are most likely going to have a great experience especially if it is Dillon, Will, Kat, Sam, Taylor, Lianne and others serving you. read more

I will never spend another dollar at this bar. First of all, the drinks are super watery and not cheap. 14$ for a watery vodka club. Second, the food is disgusting and tastes like it has all just been reheated from the freezer. Their Mac and cheese was not edible and who can mess up Mac and cheese? Potato skins- gross. Wings- tiny and cold. Third, I have never had such a bad experience with a waitress, ever. I think her name was Sarah, and she was absolutely just mean. You would think I murdered her family when I asked her for a water. Openly miserable and was giving us such a nasty attitude, when we are just customers trying to order drinks/food. We were a group of 8, I understand we were a big party, but her attitude was unwarranted and made us all uncomfortable. She even went behind the bar after we ordered more drinks and we saw her waving her arms around and clearly going off about us to the bartender. To treat us the way she did, she is not in the right industry!! Most people would be excited to get a large party and that means a large tip! Nope, she blew it. Horrible experience overall and with such a competitive market in Hoboken - skip this place !! read more

New England Patriots bar aka best bar ever!!! I was in town for work and I met a friend at this bar, so I am not from the area however they have great drink specials and they also sell food. It is a great spot to meet friends and just grab drinks (or bar food). They have a bunch of beers on draft and daily drink/food specials. I went for the AFC championship game and I was surprised by the level of service. The venue was completely packed, yet they were VERY attentive to all of the guests. I would definitely come back here if I am in the Hoboken area. I also started following them on IG. Cheers! read more

Ever since the renovation, this place has been more packed than it's original building. And even more so when the weather is nice and they open the windows to the outdoor seating (but they have to close those windows and have everyone come in by 11pm). It's really nice, they did a great job in the design of the place. The inside looks very ski lodge-y and all of the windows open up into the outdoor seating during nice weather. The food is good too. The sliders are one of the best mini-burger appetizers I've ever had. Curry fries are awesome. Wings are good. But because this place gets WAY too packed especially late night, I want to give it only 3 stars. Come on, it's friggin' Hoboken, there shouldn't be any kind of WAIT at the door. LAME. read more