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Pete's Tavern

Pub and Italian Restaurant$$$$
Gramercy Park, New York
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    Rich G.
    "where O. Henry penned “Gift of the Magi"(8 Tips)
    Deb
    "Nice bar and it's impressive they survived the prohibition!"(5 Tips)
    Buford B.
    "Named Healy's in 1899 and alluded to in O.Henry's works."(4 Tips)
    WillMcD
    "physical bar is considered the oldest bar in NYC"(2 Tips)
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  • Buford B.heart icon on user image
    Buford BarnesFebruary 22, 2012
    Built 1829. A "grocery & grog" store from 1852 and a tavern from 1864. Named Healy's in 1899 and alluded to in O.Henry's works. Renamed Pete's in 1932. Appears in numerous films and TV shows.
    Upvoted Feb 4
  • Young to Publishing
    Young to PublishingSeptember 11, 2011
    This former hotel in Gramercy Park opened as a bar in 1864 and was renamed Healy's in 1899. In the early 20th century, O. Henry lived nearby and wrote about the bar in his story "The Lost Blend."
  • Joshua G.
    Joshua GrussOctober 25, 2017
    Love visiting Pete's when in the area. Always a friendly Irish bartender to chat with & good food. Looking at the pictures of all the celebrities who have visited throughout the years is always fun.
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    ℳ𝒶𝓎♍January 16
    Been here 5+ times
    Pete's is both an NYC institution & tradition claiming to be the oldest continuously operating bar in city. I come here for the "old New York" ambiance! Solid burgers, salads, and pub fare! Perfect!
    Upvoted Feb 19
  • P. D.
    P. D.July 18, 2014
    Can't beat the ambience. Thrilled it is still around. Will be a go to in my new nabe. However, it kills me that the food is as bad as it is. Make a run for a top 10 burger...the place screams for it.
  • amNewYork
    amNewYorkOctober 5, 2011
    O. Henry wrote “Gift of the Magi” in one of the black-lacquered booths, and the “Oldest Continuously Operating Bar & Restaurant in New York City” serves a surprisingly fresh weekend brunch.
  • Corley S.heart icon on user image
    Corley StoneMarch 16, 2022
    Been here 5+ times
    Great for casual drinks, and light fare. Haven’t tried the burger yet but it looks amazing!!
  • OkCupid Daters' Choice
    Pete's Tavern was voted the Best Classic Date Spot by OkCupid users in the first-ever Daters' Choice Awards! Tap Read more for additional date spot categories in New York City. #daterschoice Read more
  • Honghui Y.heart icon on user image
    Honghui YuApril 19, 2015
    The eggs Benedict and French toast are a delight here. Also, $11.95 for a brunch entrée plus coffee or tea is a great deal!
  • Marino B.heart icon on user image
    Marino BoccuzziDecember 12, 2021
    Fun place, good price, great for the holidays Christmas lights and decoration everywhere recommended!!
  • Daniel B.heart icon on user image
    Daniel BenkwittFebruary 1, 2015
    A New York classic and all around great neighborhood spot. The Gramercy burger is particularly good (and all burgers are cooked to perfection).
  • Debheart icon on user image
    DebSeptember 21, 2016
    Nice bar and it's impressive they survived the prohibition!
  • prince of A.heart icon on user image
    This place is just fantastic. Excellent beers, great clientele and just a great New York vibe off the place. Pete ale is a great beer!
  • Untapped Cities
    Untapped CitiesNovember 8, 2014
    The building itself dates back to 1829, though it was not operated as a bar until 1864. Its large signs claiming to be the oldest bar in the city have been greatly disputed by McSorley’s. Read more
  • Mel C.heart icon on user image
    Mel CantoriasMay 20, 2018
    I had the mussel linguini in garlic and oil sauce paired with a glass of cabernet wine. The taste was perfect!
  • Michael F.heart icon on user image
    Michael Fox-RabinovitzFebruary 14, 2015
    Great atmosphere solid beer selection, excellent hamburgers and fries
  • Chris K.heart icon on user image
    Chris KonecnyMarch 19, 2019
    The history of this place is awesome but they should modernize their beer list
  • Elysia M.heart icon on user image
    Elysia MannMay 1, 2016
    Super weird crowd at times but if you're hungry the zucchini fries have cheese in them and it's amazing
  • jon a.heart icon on user image
    jon accarrinoSeptember 27, 2012
    O. Henry was a regular at this bar and lived down the street at 55 Irving Place between 1903 to 1907. At the time, Pete's Tavern was called Healy's. O. Henry mentions the bar in "The Lost Blend."
  • Marcus D.heart icon on user image
    Marcus D'ArrigoNovember 10, 2016
    Pete's Tavern great place to go. Fantastic beer, excelente food and great prices for NYC
  • JenKudu
    JenKuduSeptember 25, 2013
    Skip the rowdy business crowd and get a table in the back. The lasagna is amazing and enough for leftovers too :)
  • Kelly A.heart icon on user image
    Kelly AAugust 12, 2015
    Awesome history! Nice IPA!! Get the burgers, you will thank me later. You're welcome!
  • Public House W.
    Public House WineAugust 12, 2014
    A classic that never gets old. Great for a group, a game or a date. A+ for ambience, brews and bar food.
  • Claire D.heart icon on user image
    Claire DoppmanJanuary 7, 2020
    Yummy good and we loved having Edward as our server! Beautiful to visit during the holidays!
  • Nikki W.heart icon on user image
    Nikki WegnerNovember 5, 2019
    Been here 50+ times
    Great happy hour spot. Meatballs and old fashioneds.
  • Alfred M.heart icon on user image
    Alfred M.July 11, 2015
    great space. you can smell the history. guy walks around with free apps during happy hour
  • Min T.
    Min TanSeptember 28, 2011
    Definitely try the "Lobster. Tail, Shrimp, Clam Seafood & Pasta" dish with white wine for the sauce. Once u try it u'll come back for more!
  • Aly
    AlyJanuary 18, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    pasta night on monday nights is an awesome value at one of nyc's oldest establishments (salad, heaping bowl of pasta and a glass of wine for under $12) - delicioso!
  • DR G.heart icon on user image
    DR GAugust 21, 2015
    A classic old NY bar. Their eggnog at Christmas is killer. Burgers are good too.
  • Tom M.
    Tom M.December 7, 2015
    NY Steak is very good especially with the garlic mash
  • Dave S.heart icon on user image
    Dave SossonJune 9, 2017
    Great service from bartenders, very cool decor, generous drinks.
  • Peter V.
    Peter VigeantJune 28, 2013
    Not surprisingly, not only is Pete's one of the oldest bars in America, it has the notoriety for the highest number of alleged "bar babies" from adventurous to-be parents.
  • Nuri J.
    Nuri JeonDecember 7, 2014
    Very crowed. They have awesome egg nog with brandy. Also looks like a really cool place for group dinner.
  • Charlotte D.heart icon on user image
    Charlotte DunneNovember 23, 2017
    Well worth a visit over the holiday season - incredibly festive. Feels very classic.
  • Brandon M.
    Brandon McGrawNovember 27, 2012
    O Henry was a regular at this Union Sq drinking hole. It opened in 1864, though drinking likely happened in the location before that, becoming Healy's in 1899 & Pete's Tavern later on. - From Eater NY
  • Wilson Z.heart icon on user image
    Wilson ZhouJune 13, 2013
    This is a mixed sports bar, you can watch game, enjoy food, and have a sip of nice wine
  • WillMcD
    WillMcDAugust 16, 2011
    The bar itself is considered the oldest physical bar... During prohibition, Pete's doubled as a floral shop.
  • Joe B.
    Joe BohnJune 6, 2019
    Evan it's a great bartender. Classy joint with an outdoor area.
  • Pookie P.
    Pookie PuffsMarch 15, 2011
    Loved the pasta w/ their massive meatballs, baked clams are awesome make sure not to put too much lemon. Tnx Brian & Deklan the owner
  • Calvin M.heart icon on user image
    Calvin MultanenMay 27, 2015
    Nice selection of beers. Great service and atmosphere. Food isn't amazing but good value.
  • Kevin B.heart icon on user image
    Kevin BurgJuly 1, 2017
    Grab a candlelit table outside at night.
  • Gaby F.
    Gaby FloMay 28, 2012
    Stop in for a pint to quench your thirst after that full day of walking. The city’s oldest continually operating drinking establishment. Look familiar?
  • Brigette K.
    Brigette K.March 17, 2013
    Food was okay, place itself was cool and the waiter was super nice! Booths were small and I kept getting hit as people walked by. Good St Patricks Day place though
  • Grant H.heart icon on user image
    Grant HewitNovember 2, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Neighborhood favorite. Low key crowd with above average juke box selection.
  • Nitzan B.heart icon on user image
    Nitzan BApril 29, 2017
    Cute, simple and down to earth. Just what you need
  • Ashley H.
    Ashley HughesFebruary 17, 2013
    Stop in the bar on Sunday afternoons to see Devin. Great and hilarious bartender!
  • Cameron B.heart icon on user image
    Cameron BorrielloMarch 12, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    They have a great food menu
  • Larry C.heart icon on user image
    Larry CarboneOctober 6, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    Always great food, awesome atmosphere, and excellent service.
  • Lizaheart icon on user image
    LizaJanuary 9, 2016
    chicken parm is huge, awesome, and super cheesy
  • Kathryn P.heart icon on user image
    Kathryn PhillipsMay 17, 2015
    Amazing Cobb salad. Great brunch deals
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