An Beal Bocht Café

445 W 238th St, Bronx, NY 10463 718-884-7127

Description: BRONX. Step inside this traditional Irish pub and you'll feel as though you've been swept off to the Emerald Isle ­ mahogany accents and bar, candles, and various pictures and mementos that share an "all things Irish" motif. An Beal Bocht serves several Irish draughts as well as a full pub menu, including delicious corned beef and cabbage. If you're lucky, the night you stop in will feature live folk music or maybe even a poetry reading ­ what better way to get a feel for the Bronx's inner Irish? TRAIN: 1, 9 to 238th St
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Brooklyn Inn

148 Hoyt St, Brooklyn, NY 11217 718-522-2525

Description: BROOKLYN. Locals cherish this corner dive for its casual atmosphere, impressive beer selection and top-flight juke box, alone worth the train ride to Boerum Hill. Dark and pubby, the place has been the preferred haunt of many British expats since it first poured a pint. In fact, the long-running rumor is the inn itself is an immigrant, disassembled, shipped and reassembled in the decade following the Civil War. Legends and rumors aside, the fact remains that, like the pubs in London, the Brooklyn Inn is the type of place that helps distinguish its neighborhood, serving as a sort of friendly, after-hours visitor center. TRAIN: F, G to Bergen St
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Croxley Ales

28 Avenue B, Manhattan, NY 10009 212-253-6140

Description: EAST VILLAGE. Styled after an English ale house, this Alphabet City watering hole has become a well-adored gathering spot for two main reasons: First, from regional microbrews to little known imports, the selection of beer is astounding (basically, you can order 100 times and taste something different each round). Secondary to the brews, they have strategically placed TVs so that you to see whatever game's on from just about anywhere (bathrooms excluded). And just in case the point wasn't clearly made above: Croxley's has a lot of beer. And it's all good beer, too. TRAIN: F, V at Lower East Side-2nd Ave
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Druids

736 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019 212-307-6410

Description: HELL'S KITCHEN. It might not be located in the middle of well-known bars and restaurants, but this Irish pub will not disappoint you with its style and casual atmosphere. You might find a group of after-work professionals at the bar rubbing elbows with blue-collar workers. Whatever the type of crowd, the reasonable prices and elegant but comfortable decor insure a return visit. A great variety of beers and stouts are featured. TRAIN: C, E, 1 to 50th St
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Kinsale Tavern

1672 3rd Ave, btwn 93rd & 94th Sts, New York, NY 10128 212-348-4370

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. A true, fun-loving Irish sports pub, Kinsale takes very little about itself seriously. That is to say, folks from all walks of life are welcome to stop by here, grab a stool, order a pint and watch whatever closed circuit action's on the tube ­ Premiership matches, hurling, Gaelic football, rugby, and even college or NFL football. They complement the sports with great selections of whiskey and beer culled from all corners of the British Isles. For an especially fulfilling day, stop by on Sunday for their Irish breakfast, which many regard as one of the best in town. TRAIN: 6 to 96th St; 4, 5 to 86th St
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Manchester Pub

920 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10017 212-935-8901

Description: MIDTOWN EAST. Manchester Pub offers New Yorkers the chance to experience an authentic English-style pub in all its glory. The neighborhood folks and even a few diplomats from the United Nations enjoy the pub's laid-back atmosphere and the fact that, here, Boddington's flows freely. If you are looking for a place to catch football ­ UK-style of course ­ or to just toss back a few Boddington's, then this Midtown East pub should be high on your list. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 51st St- Lexington Ave
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McSorley's Old Ale House

15 E 7th St, between 2nd & 3rd Aves, New York, NY 10003 212-473-9148

Description: EAST VILLAGE. An old, emerald standby with close to 150 years under its belt, this Irish bar offers only two distinct libations: McSorley's Light and McSorley's Dark. A younger, primarily male crowd regularly darkens the doors of this tried but true neighborhood haunt. TRAIN: 6 to Astor Pl; NF to 2nd Ave
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Molly's

287 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10010 212-889-3361

Description: GRAMERCY. One of the city's coziest watering holes, Molly's is Irish through and through, from friendly staff all the way down to the hardwood floors covered with sawdust. Open for lunch and dinner, this is a great place to grab a bite, especially if you've got the flavor for bangers and mash, lamb stew or corned beef and cabbage. Even better, they keep an array of delicious quaffs on tap, including Guinness Stout (o' course!), Murphy's Stout and Irish Amber, Bass, Harp and McSorley's. TRAIN: 6 to 23rd St; N, R, W to 23rd St
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O' Flaherty's Ale House & Restaurant

334 W 46th St, Between 8th and 9th Aves, New York, NY 10036 212-581-9366

Description: HELL'S KITCHEN. O'Flaherty's exudes style and elegance, whether you are in the cozy fireplace area or under the stars in the garden. Rising stars or actor wannabes often can be found playing pool here. The trendy crowd will be dressed to the nines, so dust off that special outfit to wear. Billiard tables, large-screen TV's and live music nightly. TRAIN: A, C, E to 42nd St-Port Authority
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O'Connor's Bar

39 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 10003 718-783-9721

Description: BROOKLYN. Nestled between Bergen and Dean Streets, this Irish-style pub may be older than the bricks surrounding it. Step back a few decades when you enter this charming Park Slope watering hole ­ wooden booths, a rotary phone, and an attractive bar add much to the character of the place. Factor in the traditional and modern Irish tunes that hum through the stereo system, and you have a true Irish experience right in Brooklyn. Best of all, Irish draught prices are more than reasonable. TRAIN: D, Q, 2, 3, 4, 5 to Atlantic Ave; B, M, N, R to Pacific St
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O'Lunney's

145 W 45th St, Times Square, New York, NY 10036 212-840-6688

Description: THEATRE DISTRICT. Little wonder these attractive digs attract such a loyal crowd ­ After all, it's a classy place to grab a pint in the Theatre District, what with the 16-foot ceilings, expansive horseshoe-shaped bar, the skylight, exposed brick wall, earthy colors and tiled floor. O'Lunney's also earns applause for its kitchen fare, a surprisingly eclectic array of dishes like Hungarian goulash, corned beef and cabbage, Yankee pot roast and Gaelic steak. Their weekend Irish breakfast is a well-attended affair. TRAIN: N, Q, W, S, R, 1, 2, 3, 7, 9 to Times Sq
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Paddy Maguire's Ale House

237 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003 212-473-8407

Description: GRAMERCY. Paddy Maguire's, a traditional Irish pub, enjoys the combined patronage of students, neighborhood folks and business types. Located near tranquil Gramercy Park (between 19th and 20th Streets), this is a great place to enjoy St. Patrick's Day. Although, as the regulars would tend to agree, any day is a good day for a pint o' Guinness. Enthusiastic patrons ­ most with the obligatory Irish brogue ­ surround the bar whenever "real" football is on the air. Unless you get to the Ale House early enough, expect to wait a while to enjoy the pool table or to toss a round of cricket. TRAIN: 6 to 23rd St
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Patrick Kavanagh's

497 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016 212-889-4304

Description: MURRAY HILL. Patrick Kavanagh's is the consummate NYC sports pub: dark mahogany accents, real Irish barkeeps and, plenty of rich Guinness draught. The pub's cozy atmosphere and excellent service will make you feel like you stumbled into your home away from home. Kavanagh's is also THE place in Murray Hill to catch live local, out of town and international sporting events. The menu features everything from appetizers to succulent hamburgers and sautéed shrimp. With its chummy staff this place also enjoys a good bit of popularity with business types, who flood in here after work for a pint or two. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 33rd St
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Puck Fair

298 LaFayette St, New York, NY 10012 212-431-1200

Description: NOLITA. Brothers Swift and Ulysses keep folks in the East Village and Lower East Side, respectively, well stocked with Guinness Stout, fish & chips, and cottage pie. Meanwhile, those who call SoHo home treasure this ever-busy public house, so-named because it's situated adjacent to the historic Puck Building. The pub boasts several cozy nooks and crannies (good for ducking into if you need a quick breather), and its high, beamed ceilings creates the illusion that the space is larger and more wide open than it actually is. From time to time, it's not uncommon to step in and find an Irish band playing on the balcony stage. TRAIN: B, D, F, V to Broadway-Lafayette St; N, R to Prince St.; 6 to Bleecker St
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St. Dymphna's

118 St Marks Pl, between Ave A and 1st Ave, New York, NY 10009 212-254-6636

Description: EAST VILLAGE. Known for traditional Irish eats with upscale twists, this bar calls out to those seeking to satisfy both hunger and thirst. Guinness flows freely, and live folk music can be heard on weekends. A lovely garden behind the pub welcomes guests to sit outside and relax during warm weather. TRAIN: 6 to Astor Pl
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Swift Hibernian Lounge

34 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003 212-260-3600

Description: NOHO. No doubt inspired by the neighborhood pubs found in Ireland, this East Village partners with its SoHo (Puck Fair) and Lower East Side (Ulysses) siblings to form a formidable triumvirate of cozy confines, fun times, and good-natured charm. Accented with tell-tale weathered red brick and dark stained wood, the pub does the Irish theme two shakes better by boasting murals inspired by the writing of Jonathan Swift. Tasty grub, daily highlighted on chalkboards, includes everything from pot pies to bangers and mash. A free shuttle service makes runs every 20 minutes between here, Puck Fair and Ulysses. TRAIN: B, D, F, Q to Broadway-Lafayette St; 6 to Bleecker St; N, R to 8th St
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The Spotted Pig

314 W 11th St, New York, NY 10014 212-620-0393

Description: West Village setting aside, this gathering spot is a London-style gastro-pub in every sense of the word. For starters, there is the food, an inventive combination of British and Italian favorites prepared using local ingredients ­ go for the smoked haddock chowder or sautéed quail with cippolini and marinated figs. More than that, the restaurant also boasts a solid wine selection and, in keeping with the pub tradition, a tasty lineup of drafts. Perennially packed, the Spotted Pig does not accept reservations ... but, oh, is it ever worth the wait! TRAIN: 1, 9 to Christopher-Sheridan Sq; A, C, E to 14th St
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Tír na nÓg Irish Bar & Grill

5 Penn Plz, New York, NY 10001 212-630-0249

Description: GARMENT DISTRICT. This handsome pub is a true godsend for weary travelers who've just arrived to Penn Station. Aye, Tír na nÓg is a fun, casual place to grab a bite to eat (their menu features everything from Blue Point oysters to the traditional Irish breakfast). And, if you're so inclined, you can complement your meal with a cold, frothy draught or even a glass of Shiraz. You're sure to be impressed by the architectural remnants salvaged from pubs back in the Old Country, the telltale dark-stained wood, the hand-carved wall fixtures, the Gaelic wall script that chronicles the seasons, and the lovely Waterford chandelier. TRAIN: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3 to 34th St-Penn Station
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Ulysses

95 Pearl St, New York, NY 10004 212-482-0400

Description: FINANCIAL DISTRICT. After doing the work thing (or, for tourists, the Stock Market tour), some folks need a place where they can loosen their ties, unwind, munch on a gyro, and sip a professionally-poured, 20-ounce pint o' stout. Stained wood trim, red brick walls and a long, beautiful bar serve up a scene that would make even Homer and Joyce feel at ease, and the good times generally spill over to the streetside dining area when the weather cooperates. A free shuttle service makes runs every 20 minutes between here, Puck Fair and Swift. TRAIN: 4, 5 to Bowling Green; 2, 3, 4, 5 to Wall St; N, R to Whitehall St
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