Emerald Inn

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205 Columbus Ave., New York, NY 10023 40.77561 -73.980054
nr. 69th St. See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
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Scene: WiFi, After Work, Bar Food, Irish/Pub, Neighborhood Bar, Notable Beer Selection, Restaurant & Bar

Photo by A.J. Wilhelm and Carmen Lopez

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Hours

Daily, 9:30am-4am

Nearby Subway Stops

1, 2, 3 at 72nd St.; B, C at 72nd St.

Payment Methods

American Express, MasterCard, Visa

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In a neighborhood overrun with big, modern buildings and chain stores, Emerald Inn provides a cozy oasis (and an easy listening soundtrack) for its over-30, suit-clad, after-work clientele. A small, tavern-like interior holds a long bar and a few parallel booths—all of which feature direct views of the televisions. The décor is basic; walls are hung with little more than a few requisite Guinness posters. Inside, native Irish waitresses serve up a menu of pub grub standards: bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie, and fish and chips. (International fare gets no fancier than chicken Française, chicken Marsala and mozzarella sticks.) Generally, patrons just sip, chat, and watch the game. The vibe lacks any alpha male attitude so guys cruising for chicks will be as out of place in this joint as a Cosmo drinker. — Lucy Cohen

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Emerald Inn

A Wonderful Neghborhood Gem: A Family Run Irish Pub for the last 66 years

thob_ny from 11790 | Posted on 11/7/08

Overall Rating: 1010 (Highly Recommended)

There are few places in New Yrok City where the food, the staff and the ownership are perfect. The Emerald Inn is in that exclusive club and as it name implies, it is simply a Gem of the West Side of New York. A neighborhood fixture for the last 66 years, it is a 3rd generation family-owned pub. Sadly they will be closing their doors on May 1, 2009 because their landlord doubled the rent to a ridiculous $350,000 per year! No doubt so they can put in another silly boutique store like the one next door to the Emerald. So enjoy it while you can, it will be gone soon! Now, if you love preserving the charm of New York City and its wonderful West Side, remember the squeaky wheel gets the most grease -- WRITE your local NYC City Councilman ask to save this asset as a historical neighborhood landmark.

Emerald Inn

My favorite place in New York City

peixotto from 20151 | Posted on 2/13/08

Overall Rating: 1010 (Highly Recommended)

With its great food, drink, and friendly atmosphere, the Emerald Inn is a long-time favorite of students and performers at the nearby Juilliard School and Lincoln Center venues. The staff are very friendly, always welcoming to a new or familiar face. The drinks flow, and the food is simple but delicious, particularly their burgers, which I rank as the best in the city. I spent many an enjoyable evening in this fine establisment, and for me it is the quintessential NYC irish pub.

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