A classic Irish bar and hotel right in Rockaway. No food served but feel free to bring in what you…read morewant. Great long bar with a great bartender, little booths and an outdoor area for you smokers. Best pint of Guiness I've had in some time, we'll be back!!

My favorite bar in Rockaway Park, just off the boardwalk. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. This…read morelegendary bar was recently renovated with an upstairs hotel, but it did not ruin its old fashioned charm. This bar mostly consists of an older crowd (60s and 70s). Bartender was very friendly with fast service. I think its cash only (didnt see anyone paying with credit cards). I sat at the end of the bar next to the wide open windows and it was very pleasant enjoying a beer while feeling the nice cool breeze from outside. They also have a backyard patio. Although the jukebox appeared to be broken, bsckground music was mainly 60s doo wop. Beer prices were about $6 a pint which I would not call cheap, but not too expensive either. No food is served here and I am not sure if they allow outside food either. I should have asked.

Cash only! Small parking lot…read more Outdoor and indoor seating. We loved the manhattan clam chowder! I would get this again. The shrimp salad sandwich needed some help, but I think it was a great size. It needed more seasoning and salt. I also dont think this was the correct kind of bread for this sandwich, it didnt hold in the meat. Would come back during the summer for a drink and wings.

I called ahead to ask: "The Yankee game will be blacked out. Do you have MLB channel?" They told…read moreme "yeah, we got it." I drove 40 minutes, and no, they didn't got it. And when I said hey, the guy who answered the phone told me so...well...not even "sorry". Just a shrug. For their "whatevs" attitude, and f*cking up my evening, they get one star.

First & foremost, the owner John is fantastic & super welcoming & attentive without being…read moreoverbearing. I had some of the wine-based "tequila" which was great. I also got the pistachio-crusted fish (I forgot which type of fish) but it was absolutely divine. I'm not in this area frequently but when I am, I would end up here & happily at that!

I really wanted to like Tap That, but I walked away feeling a bit underwhelmed. The self-pour…read moreconcept is fun in theory, but the beer selection didn't impress me--especially considering the prices. For what you pay and the fact that you're pouring your own beer, I expected either more variety or more standout options on tap. That said, the food was definitely the highlight. Everything we ordered was solid and came out tasting fresh. The space itself is nice, and the vibe is relaxed, but overall the experience didn't fully match the cost. Not a bad spot, just not quite the value I was hoping for.

Pretty good menu , and cheap. The waiters are hit or miss . Some act like they can't wait to leave…read moreand hate being there like the two we had , but the guy bar tender was great and smiled actually . The food in both times I've been there is pretty good , I was surprised by the clams really good best I'll Ever had . The Burger was great cooked perfectly , mozzarella sticks were great and might not have been premade either . I'd come back here again

Quick visit to Rockaway Beach before ending our trip to NY and heading off to JFK. Hubby wanted me…read moreto see his grandma's former home, where he had so many fond childhood memories. We spotted this place, checked Yelp, saw Shepherd's Pie on the menu, and had to stop in--so glad we did! Of course, the Shepherd's Pie was on point! We also ordered the mozzarella sticks (yum!) and the baked clams (yum yum!). Our kid had the shrimp scampi and my husband ordered the shrimp parm. Everything was absolutely delicious, with generous portions and reasonable prices. Service was wonderful--our waitress was a lovely Irish lady who made us feel right at home. We even had a nice chat with Cathy, the owner. She was warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommend this restaurant!

It's tight , crowded and pretty much a local spot but they make the best pina coladas ! Also if…read moreyou're lucky enough to catch the music set it's worth the trip . It's young and trendy with everyone standing around listening to the band . There is an inside but we didn't get inside as it was too crowded . Take a listen !

Great hidden gem. Never too crowded yet s great place to meet up. Service is always on…read morepoint. If a snack is desired they have it.

Comically insular neighborhood pub on the B 129th strip. Pico next door is my fav restaurant & date…read morespot in the Rockaways. Nice to stop in here 1st though & support local businesses!

Fun night. Staff were super friendly. Went for a few drinks so can't speak on the food.read more

I grew up coming to Rockaway beaches so I am familiar with the area. I haven't been here in a while…read morebut I was invited to stop by the rooftop. As soon as you approach the hotel, it is already a different vibe. Once u enter, you don't feel like you are in NYC! Before I went up to the rooftop, I checked out the poolside area on the 1st floor. It was so lively with full bar and seating. There was a DJ in the back. If you continue walking, you'll bump into the pool in the back. They had cabanas and poolside chairs. With the DJ, it just gave me Miami or Vegas vibes! I proceeded to the rooftop which was another incredible experience! Staff were great and welcoming. The vibe gave me Nashville up there I am a big fan of this hotel. The hotel rooms are pretty pricey but I would return for food & drinks!

Had a great time hanging out on the rooftop of The Rockaway Hotel this past Saturday. The staff…read morewere super friendly, the mocktails were delicious, and the views were impeccable. I really love how you can watch the shows from above without even having to get a ticket (at least that was my experience, YMMV). They've created such a beautiful space here and it really feels like you've somehow been transported to the Hamptons or Montauk... except you're right in the heart of the Rockaways!