Connolly's

Look, not everything that’s good has to be “cool,” okay? Get over yourself. Sometimes the thing that you want—that you need—is a low-pressure situation, the comforting embrace of old favorites, and a friendly face beckoning you in. Connolly’s has all of that covered, plus a ton of seating, TVs so you can watch the game, a food menu of Irish pub favorites, and 50 beers to pick from. You can rely on it.

Connolly’s is family-owned and operated. This might not mean much to you, but in this day and age in this neighborhood, it is a small miracle. The service understands the brief, so they’re all incredibly friendly–if you’re struggling to find a place that won’t intimidate or stress your Middle-American parents after wandering around on foot all day, Connolly’s has your back. The burger is tasty, the fried bits and bobs come out hot and crunchy, and the Irish beef stew ticks all the boxes. There’s no reinvention or experimentation–just simple, time-tested pub standbys. You want a Guinness? They’ve got it. A classic cocktail? No prob. Don’t drink alcohol? There are plenty of options for you. 

The place has three floors plus a rooftop bar, but believe it or not, when it’s nearing curtain time, it gets packed—that’s just the nature of a place in this neighborhood. Somehow, the servers and bartenders manage to get diners out the door in time without impatience or pushiness–an impressive feat. And if you want, you can even catch a show without going anywhere; on the 3rd floor, Connolly’s boasts a little venue booking musical acts. Open from 7am until 4am, if you find yourself in the area at almost any time, day or night, and don’t feel like straying too far in either distance or taste, there’s always Connolly’s.