This is a wonderful casual place to get a GOOD beer.
The bartenders are easy on the eyes.. which helps a shy lady like me order a beer that is ultra delicious.
Perfect chill place to hang with friends or a casual "meet & greet" online date... =D
I love Pete's for history and the pictures on wall. Food ok, expensive of course, it's NYC.
We visited on Christmas Adam and were looking for a place with some Christmas ambiance. We were not disappointed. They had lights on the ceiling and Christmas displays around the location. One of the oldest taverns in NY, allegedly O Henry wrote The Gift Of The Magi in one of the booths inside.
We did not have a reservation but were seated pretty quickly. The server told us they are known for their burgers. We all tried one. I considered it one of the best I have had overall.
Pretty good place! I had the linguine bolognese and although it wasn t spectacular, it got the job done. The pasta was cooked well, but the sauce was very light, so the dish wasn t very flavorful. The fried calamari was also good, but it wasn t anything special either. I had a side of mashed potatoes, and they were tasty, but I have a feeling they weren t very fresh. I did happen to really like the ocean themed dish that my meal came in, though! I thought that the dynamic of the place was a little strange; there was a bar space with a few surrounding tables, as well as a dining room. This definitely isn t unusual in the city, but it felt a bit too cramped for this to be happening. Overall, it was a good dinner, but don t expect outstanding things from here. Oh, it is the oldest bar in continuous operation in NYC, which I thought was a pretty cool thing.
Pete's was so much fun during Christmas. The inside was amazing, and the food was good. The fried ravioli was my favorite, and it was a good portion. The nachos were solid, and the eggnog was great.
As a New York City native, saying this is my favorite restaurant means a lot. My family has been coming here since my parents moved to America, and it's still as welcoming as ever (even though the prices have raised over the years). The service is prompt and respectful, and the place is clean. As the bar is separate from the dining room, it's possible to have a meal without worrying about any "usual pub shenanigans" even tho the bar is usually orderly anyway. There's an additional back room for reservations, or when the place is nearing capacity. My only complaint would be the inaccessibility of the bathroom for people with disabilities, as it's down a set of tiny stairs. The bathrooms themselves are also small, only two stalls and in a small room in general. Nonetheless, Pete's is great for celebrations, and for giving a tourist a digestible experience of the New York life.
Very impressed with this place. There s a mystique to the atmosphere but it s it totally unpretentious. Had the salmon for entree and and calamari shrimp appetizer. Great portions sizes. Good taste. Celebrated a 30th Birthday. Went to visit because of the writer O. Henry making the place famous. He is said to have written his short story, Gift of the Magi here. Good vibes. Highly recommended for the good service.
Opened in 1864, Pete s Tavern is a NYC landmark. Conveniently located in Union Square, Pete s consistently serves delicious food and drinks in a very cozy setting. During the holiday season, Pete s goes over the top with decorations and it s amazing. Enjoy this staple in Manhattan with family and friends and significant others. You ll leave pleasantly pleased!
This place gets so much hype but I can t figure out why, other than the history. We came and sat outdoors for burgers and beers, and everyone agreed it was all mediocre the burger buns were extremely dry and crunchy and stale, the burger patties were lackluster in flavor, the mac and cheese appetizer lacked any real flavor, and the service was pretty scattered and inconsistent in getting us menus and ordering. The only hit was the fries.
Pete's is the well-rounded bar you've been hoping to stumble in to. New York memorabilia and nostalgic documentation line the walls of this shrine, and the tables bring you closer to your friends than the space might suggest. Highly recommend ordering simply, and enjoying a trip to a time when things were easier.
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