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Murphy's Pub

Dinner is served at midtown's sweetest Irish pub.

Service

(9)

Atmosphere

(8)

Food and Drinks

(7)

Value

(8)

The Scene

Under new management, this sit-back-and-take-a-load-off pub has received a facelift--starting with the shiny red exterior, distinguishing it from other Irish haunts along the row. And it deserves the distinction. Good-natured staff have a bit of blustery Irish wit, pressed tablecloths are protected by classic map-of-Ireland placemats and the two-handed burgers are better than most. Soak in the old-fashioned charm, now neater and more hospitable.

The Draw

Every now and then someone puts in a quarter and the jukebox coughs up some tender Hank Williams. But mostly there's a familiar mix of classic rock with a steady stream of Van Morrison. From the guys discussing sports at the bar to the melted cheese on a plate of potato skins, Murphy's is simple, respectable and consistently comforting. Families bring their kids for fish and chips and old friends reunite over creamy-headed Guinness, but, as staff will tell you full-brogue, no one needs a reason to find their way back to Murphy's.

977 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10022-6303
Phone: (212) 751-5400