(212) 462-4300
505 W 23rd St
New York,
NY
10011
40.7479
-74.0043
Neighborhoods: Chelsea, Midtown
What People Are Saying About Half King Bar
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
Ever faced the challenge of curtailing an insatiable beef-and-beer craving while strolling through the land of 1,000 salads? Find refuge at this top-notch, food-focused neighborhood pub, where the burger reigns supreme, in all its glory, with a chipotle mayo crown. The patrons tend toward a mix of boys about town, tired moms in need of a break, and gallery-goers seeking an offbeat diversion from the art scene of 10th Avenue. Happy hour brings a rush, and if you're lucky enough to get a seat you'll enjoy prompt service, good beer and tasty food. – – Hits: The dimly lit,…
11/10/09
Worst Service Ever
by baconpie at Citysearch
Two well-dressed, polite friends and I stopped here for a drink. The bartender studiously ignored us. It wasn't crowded, it was 4pm on a Saturday afternoon. The host and hostess, both with the most affected speech [seriously touched - they were like the wanna-be retail fashionistas on SNL, as played by Will Ferrell, Pierce Brosnan and Jimmy Fallon] I've ever heard, were defending the snobby bartender instead of making him serve us. He literally served the people to our right, to our left and at the other end of the bar, most of whom arrived after we did. Horrible.
A friend who lives in the 'hood said they will only wait on the literati and the neighborhood people, and "everyone knows that". Wow. Junger doesn't need the money, I guess, since the success of "The Perfect Storm". Egalitarian proletariat my a$$. I'd like to see one of the fishermen from Gloucester get served here.
- Pros: Wouldn't know
- Cons: Snobby
10/29/09
Pretty much agree with every positive review on here.
by CSTock at Citysearch
The headline says it all.
Have never been disappointed at Half King. Accommodating staff. Friendly crowd. Good vibe.
- Pros: Great food. Great staff. Reasonable prices.
- Cons: Can't really think of anything now.
07/27/09
Great all around
by CSMobileUser at Citysearch
Love this place for lunch, brunch and dinner. Reasonably priced and really good service, their meals are always delicious. Also right next to the new fabulous Highline Park!! A must on weekends!
The Details on Half King Bar
Know Before You Go:
Creamy clam chowder and shepherd's pie are winners, but leave room for smashing desserts like chocolate and banana bread pudding and daily fruit cobblers (served warm with ice cream).
The Extras:
Chess games are available in booths or on the small outdoor patio.
Save Money:
From 4pm to 7pm daily, get $1 off all drinks for happy hour.
Look Good:
Outdoor seating, a hot commodity in Chelsea, is available in the garden in back and out front. Snag a sidewalk table to see and be seen.
Save Money:
Weenie Wednesday and Tortilla Thursday provide bar-goers with tasty treats during happy hour, au gratis. Themed drink specials like a Corona and a shot of tequila for $7 are an added bonus.
The Extras:
This one-stop shop offers entertainment in the form of readings--both the literary (Mondays at 7pm) and astrological (Sundays at 7:30pm) kind--in addition to food and beverages.
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Taverns
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