- This pub is famous for their dark beers. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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- Oldest ale house in new york! Only options for beer are light and dark.
- LindsDecember 28, 2011Can be crowded during peak hours, but just ask the staff for a table. They are great about helping you find seating.
- Come here in the afternoon to avoid the crowds. Whatever the daily lunch special is that day: have it! It'll be delicious.
- Cutter HouckApril 2, 2012If you like historic "dirt in your eye" bars, you wont be disappointed. It's no secret, so come on a weekday before evening commute. Question: Where does that tendered cash go?
- Frank BanisiAugust 12, 2011might be the best dark ale I've had. a bit too crowded but worth stopping by, drinking quickly and moving on.
- IFCJune 7, 2010McSorley's was one of the last "Men Only" pubs in Manhattan and the musky walls and sawdust floors are doing their best to uphold that odiferous tradition. - IFC Staff
- Larry LaBurrJuly 21, 2015What it says on the tin - a pub serving only two types of beer at crazy low prices
- Lisa LAugust 9, 2014Touristy, but a must do! go in the day time for less of a crowd. 2 small beers for $5.
- Robert LamourJune 14, 2010Best old bar in NY. Awesome vibe. Very friendly. Not a huge fan of dark ale, but by far the best dark ale I have ever had.
- Joshua NessNovember 15, 2011I hope you like beer. Choose light or dark and ask for "a round." Don't forget the pub-grub. It's simplicity in its finest and tastiest form.
- HowcastSeptember 21, 2011Trying to have some intelligent fun, figure out how to turn your political debates into a drinking game with this video!
http://ow.ly/6B75g - MichelleFebruary 29, 20122-4-1 beers: Light or Dark. Simple. Tip well. Awesome bartenders, greal ambiance. Super rad.
- Georgiana EliseSeptember 7, 2010The mustard is crazy spicy.. almost deadly! Great atmosphere! It's a great place to chill out, drink some beers, and meet a bunch of new people
- Mark RMarch 17, 20102 Beers Light & Dark 1 Purpose Good Times! Great on St. Paddy's Day went there last year it was amazing. Dress casual you don't want saw dust on your nice new clothes!
- The best irish bar in NYC. You must get the cheese & crackers!!!
- Natalie MJanuary 11, 2015Light beer and dark beer. Have to stop in for a couple... Then leave to explore the streets.
- NYHistoryJuly 24, 2012It is said that Abraham Lincoln visited this bar with Peter Cooper after his Cooper Union Address. Operating for over 150 years, this "men only" club opened its doors to women in 1970.
- McSorley's mustard is super spicy and delicious! Mix it with crackers, cheese and onions
- Fistful of light, fistful of dark, cheese plate. The only three phrases you need to say when you order here.
- William HubaMarch 11, 2015Come here to drink uninteresting beer among hoardes of fratty, uninteresting people.
- Michael KeelyMarch 29, 2014Try the McSorleys ale. Its the only beer they serve as far as Im concerned.
- TV Food MapsSeptember 4, 2014Check out McSorley's Old Ale House as seen on Best Bars in America Read more
- Light or Dark beer. Cash only. Sawdust on the floor. Get something you can smear the spicy mustard on. It's hella good.
- The Corcoran GroupApril 23, 2010When at McSorley’s remember to order the Light or Dark beer in even numbers. It’s cash only.
- Katherine M.April 28, 2014Classic; read Up in the Old Hotel first. My friend Kylie says, "Before anything else, McSorley's."
- NYU WagnerMarch 15, 2012they FINALLY have a lady's room. You don't know how exciting this is for New Yorkers. And don't wear open toe shoes ladies, unless you like saw dust in your shoes.