(212) 643-0034

520 8th Ave (Between 36th Street and 37th Street)
New York, NY 10018 40.7535 -73.9923

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Neighborhoods: Garment District, Midtown

houndstoothpub.com

Hours:

Sun-Thu 11am-12am

Fri-Sat 11am-2am

Last updated 11.30.11

Category:

Restaurants , Bars & Pubs , English Pubs

Payment Methods:

American Express , Visa , Discover , MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Prix Fixe Menu

Cuisine:

Soups , Seafood , English

Bar & Club Special Features:

Private Parties

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Houndstooth Pub

Featured Review

Amy Abate

Contributor

In Short – From the people behind midtown bar Stitch, comes the Houndstooth Pub, which draws a similar after-work crowd. A cherry wood, marble-topped hexagon shaped bar dominates the main room. Houndstooth curtains and black lacquered paneling frame giant windows that overlook 8th Avenue. If you're looking to grab a beer and watch the game on your way home from a long day at the office, take solace in knowing that each of the three separate bar areas has its own plasma TV. – – Hits: With its close proximity to Madison Square Garden, this is an ideal spot for…

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Food Served:
The menu specializes in comfort foods like chicken pot pie, shepherd's pie, and, of course, burgers.
Fun Fact:
In its former life, the 6,800-sq-ft space housed the original Chock Full O' Nuts store.
The Extras:
If you're looking to plan a corporate event, inquire about the bar's back room, which is available for private parties and can accommodate up to 60 guests.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “For anyone looking for a party location -- the downstairs back room would be perfect for a private event.”
drinks
100.0% positive
  1. “can't comment on the food, as I had none, but the bar staff was friendly and attentive, and didn't seem too unnerved by the nostalgic yell-singing of the twenty-something crowd momentarily reliving their lost days of idyllic pre-iPad youth.”
  2. “Met some nice people and enjoyed some quality food and drink.”
  3. “Fantastic selection of beers and great mixture of music.”
  4. “Great food/drink, Friendly Service”
  5. “such a nice place with beautiful bar and sweet people.”
  6. “In all fairness the bar staff was friendly, but even they were getting uncomfortable as the night wore on, drug on, slugged on.”
food quality
93.33000183105469% positive
  1. “Food was delicious and staff were very friendly and helpful.”
  2. “The food was surprisingly good, not your typical "pub" fare, incredible ribs.”
  3. “Met some nice people and enjoyed some quality food and drink.”
  4. “The food was great and our bartender Anastasia took great care of everyone and always with a smile.”
  5. “Nothing authentic or unique about this place at all.”
  6. “can't comment on the food, as I had none, but the bar staff was friendly and attentive, and didn't seem too unnerved by the nostalgic yell-singing of the twenty-something crowd momentarily reliving their lost days of idyllic pre-iPad youth.”
  7. “Beers went dry, and food never came out.”
  8. “Great vibe, food and staff!”
  9. “Great food/drink, Friendly Service”
  10. “The pulled pork sandwich is yummy and I love their new chicken sandwich!”
  11. “We are from Providence and are pretty spoiled when it comes to good food.”
  12. “The staff were very nice and i was impressed by the food.”
  13. “Each of the bars offers a different feel dependent on your mood and the food is excellent.”
  14. “The food is awesome, I'd go every day for lunch if I could!”
  15. “Excellent food and service”
menu variety
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. “There are not many decent options in this neighborhood.”
  2. “They have a sick carving board lunch on top of a great menu.”
  3. “Fantastic selection of beers and great mixture of music.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “such a nice place with beautiful bar and sweet people.”
  2. “Food that was prepared to order, staff that was more than helpful, great traffic flow so we never felt crowded nor did we think we were in an empty place.”
  3. “was very skeptical that a great place could be found on 37th & 8th - and my skepticism turned out to be justified.”
service
85.71000099182129% positive
  1. “The staff were very nice and i was impressed by the food.”
  2. “Food was delicious and staff were very friendly and helpful.”
  3. “Horrible service”
  4. “such a nice place with beautiful bar and sweet people.”
  5. “It's the perfect size, the service was amazing, and just a great venue for live music.”
  6. “Great vibe, food and staff!”
  7. “But the worst part is the horrible service and attitude from the staff.”
  8. “Met some nice people and enjoyed some quality food and drink.”
  9. “Excellent food and service”
  10. “In all fairness the bar staff was friendly, but even they were getting uncomfortable as the night wore on, drug on, slugged on.”
  11. “can't comment on the food, as I had none, but the bar staff was friendly and attentive, and didn't seem too unnerved by the nostalgic yell-singing of the twenty-something crowd momentarily reliving their lost days of idyllic pre-iPad youth.”
  12. “Food that was prepared to order, staff that was more than helpful, great traffic flow so we never felt crowded nor did we think we were in an empty place.”
  13. “The people are cool, the staff is always nice.”
  14. “The food was great and our bartender Anastasia took great care of everyone and always with a smile.”
3 Star Rating: Average

05/08/11

Great Tourist Pub

by Bediggy at Citysearch

This spot has a great atmosphere, great pub feel and excellent drinks. However, it's quite the tourist hangout - at least until about midnight, even on a Saturday. It's definitely not a native new-yorker spot, which makes sense given it's location. But, for all the vacationers, you can watch a game, have a good drink or two and enjoy a great bar meal without breaking the bank.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

12/04/10

Awesome Food!

by MariaP918 at Citysearch

They have one amazing Burger there!!! I've been there a few times and the food in general is very good. I always look forward to trying their newest specials. I work in the area and it's a great place to go for lunch, dinner, or even an after-work happy hour. They have a bar on each level so my co-workers and I usually hang out at the lower bar. The bartenders and waiters give great service. Everyone is extremely accommodating no matter what the situation is.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/08/10

BEST PUB FOOD IN NYC !

by AVE LAW at Citysearch

Absolutely outstanding. Settled in premier location, Houdstooth Pub offers excellent options for both lunch and dinner. With such an outstanding & friendly staff, my girlfriend and I felt right at home during our several trips to Houndstooth. During our stops, we ordered the calamari, escargot, fish & chips, crab cakes. and duck salad. And of course several cocktails - all of which were exceptional! Everything was excellent and we will be sure to return to Houndstooth next time we're in Manhattan.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/04/10

Best Pub Food in NYC!

by AWAL at Citysearch

Shocked! - At how great the food was! Not your standard "pub-grub" I had the burger and was blown away... My friend had gourmet salad and loved it; other friend had chili: Loved it and last friend had Manchester chicken sandwich and raved about it... None of us could believe how great it was - simply because we just intended to have a couple of beers and go... Total bonus! Friendly staff and top notch service to boot. Cheers Houndstooth, I shall return!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

08/04/10

Houndstooth has personality!

by rose maxfield at Citysearch

Houndstooth Pub is the hidden jewel in a massive city.....just go and try it out - have a beer - watch a game - eat a burger.

You won't regret it.

The Details on Houndstooth Pub

Place Categories:

  • friendly bar staff
  • great quality food
  • great friendly service
  • beautiful sweet people
  • nice wood paneling
  • helpful great traffic
  • nice flatscreen tvs
  • horrible service
  • authentic nothing
  • perfect level
  • enjoyed drink
  • dry beers
  • sick carving board lunch
  • perfect downstairs back room
  • great care
  • great mixture
  • best gastropub
  • great fooddrink
  • beautiful bar
  • love new chicken sandwich
  • great spot
  • great vibe
  • great place
  • best shepherds
  • great venue

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