Soldier McGee Tavern

(866) 236-0299

480 Amsterdam Ave (at 83rd St.)
New York, NY 10024 40.78574 -73.976439

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Neighborhoods: Upper West Side, Midtown

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Hours:

Daily, noon-4am

Last updated 11.30.11

Category:

Bars & Pubs, Sports Bars, Neighborhood Bars, Billiards Bars

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Darts, Draft Beer, Happy Hour, Karaoke, Bar Menu

Bar & Club Special Features:

Outdoor Seating, After Work

What People Are Saying About Soldier McGee Tavern

Featured Review

Lucy Blatter

Contributor

In Short – A mostly local crowd of yuppie 30-something professionals and local sports fanatics schmooze before, during and after the game at this lively tavern. With eight 50-inch flat screen TVs, a pool table, dartboard and video boxing game, Soldier McGee is for those who like some entertainment with their booze. There are 20 beers on tap and a menu of snacks and appetizers, so even if you do decide to sit still, you won't be disappointed. – – Hits: While sports fans will enjoy watching the game, the laid-back vibe will appeal to everyone. Plus, it's open later than most…

Editor's Tips

Save Money:
Happy hour is between 11am and 6pm, Monday through Friday. Pints and call drinks are $4, with additional rotating daily specials.
Fun Fact:
The owners of Soldier McGee also own Walter's Bar in Chelsea and Identity in the East Village.
The Extras:
There's no DJ, but there's no shortage of music thanks to the TouchTunes jukebox.
ambiance
0.0% positive
  1. Besides the update in decor, this is one of the worst additions to the Upper West Side over the past 2 years.
drinks
58.33000183105469% positive
  1. Instead, we were introduced to a stuffy bar filled with a bunch of wall street guys looking to talk about their expensive homes, fast cars, and italian suits.
  2. very good scene- - the drinks are HUGE and there are flatscreens everywhere., nice job guys, cant wait to come have some calamari with you again.
  3. Looking for a good bar on the UWS?
  4. beer is cold which is all that counts.
  5. Try the macaroni and cheese wedges they're a perfect pair to the icy cold draft beer.
  6. the beer is good but I LOVE THE KOOL-AID
  7. the beer is ice cold too at this place.
  8. went w/ a friend recently to watch a game, expecting a laid-back sports bar with good eats, cold beer, and a friendly crowd.
  9. love this bar!
  10. we really love this bar.
  11. moved here a few months back i looked to citysearch to guide me towards a good beer and good food.
  12. This bar has changed ownership a couple times in the last few years, and this is probably the worst amalgamation yet.
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. moved here a few months back i looked to citysearch to guide me towards a good beer and good food.
  2. The draft kool-aid is SO tasty.
  3. love good food--fast women--and open toed shoes.
  4. They also have great food!
overall
100.0% positive
  1. It's a great place to watch a game.
service
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. went w/ a friend recently to watch a game, expecting a laid-back sports bar with good eats, cold beer, and a friendly crowd.
  2. The bartenders' are friendly, courteous and plenty efficient when it comes to getting what you want.
value
33.3299994468689% positive
  1. Instead, we were introduced to a stuffy bar filled with a bunch of wall street guys looking to talk about their expensive homes, fast cars, and italian suits.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/20/09

I love Soldier McGee

by Spence Here

I love Soldier McGee! I've been there several times and have always left wanting more. It's a great place to watch a game. It's clean and I love the open space. The jukebox is awesome and there is always a great crowd. Try the macaroni and cheese wedges they're a perfect pair to the icy cold draft beer. I don't often find myself on the UWS but when I do McGee is the place I go.

  • Pros: Beautiful Flat Screens, Great Service, Great Jukebox
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/20/08

UWS Top Spot

by JackieRoyal

Can't say enough about this place. Was there for two different games so far this year. Awesome draft system and some very hot bartenders. Was there with a lot of people and the staff was really nice. Many HD screens, so was able to watch every game. Good crowd. I will definitely be back. Cool jukebox.

  • Pros: Pool table
  • Cons: No pretzels
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/05/08

why doesnt anybody invite me to anything????

by RIDS

I work with grassi and everybody loves me...i just dont get it. i saw that humongous basketball player bonk his head on the support beam i hope he is ok.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/05/08

the beer is good but I LOVE THE KOOL-AID

by BIGBOGO

The draft kool-aid is SO tasty. I drink it, i chug it, i love it. Highly recommended. I also love the owner, he's just so smart, cool, funny, cute, beautiful ..... he rules!

  • Pros: KOOL AID
  • Cons: NO KOOL AID
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/05/08

i will only go here if they start playing NC basketball games in a continuous loop

by NCRULES

im huge, im bald, and im angry.......i love good food--fast women--and open toed shoes. bottom line....this place is ok. the next time i come in and see dave and billy talking about everybody in the corner im going to smash the both of them... beer is cold which is all that counts....

The Details on Soldier McGee Tavern

Place Categories:

  • really awesome place
  • really love bar
  • cold draft beer
  • good food
  • courteous bartenders
  • love open toed shoes
  • nice car
  • love owner
  • good beer
  • cool jukebox
  • tasty draft koolaid
  • fast women
  • great crowd
  • love soldier mcgee
  • love open space
  • expensive italian suits
  • really good driver
  • clean ridiculous
  • recommended highly
  • huge drinks
  • warm spring
  • good scene
  • worst additions
  • enjoy great music
  • good eats
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