Ship of Fools
New York, NY 10028
Phone: (212) 570-2651
Fax: (212) 570-2637
- Cross Street:
- Between 82nd Street and 83rd Street
- Directions:
- 4, 5, 6 at 86th St
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 3pm-4am, Fri-Sun 11am-4am
Message from Ship of Fools
Our friendly bar and grill has pool, darts and satellite TV.
- Football Central
- Happy Hour
- Private Parties
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Editorial Review for Ship of Fools – by Kara Zuaro
The Scene
With more TVs than the local electronics store--there are more than 40--the Ship's vaguely nautical theme is outdone by sports, although map-print wallpaper and model clipper ships (along with beer-bottle lights strung over the bar) do work with the motif. Leather-backed booths and starched white tablecloths exude an air of classiness. Single-malts are served regularly, but the inflatable football hanging from the ceiling is a reminder that this ain't no ritzy lounge; it's a sports bar, through and through.
The Draw
Multiple dart boards, several pool tables and an up-to-date version of the virtual-golf video game, Golden Tee, offer the game-watching crowd some hands-on entertainment. The friendly clientele is predominantly male, though fruity specialty drinks like weak frozen margaritas and very sweet sangria seem to be a concession for the women who do stop in. But the extensive selection of draft beers and bottles is the best option for ladies and gents alike.
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Insider Tips
Food ServedThe kitchen, which offers stellar bar-food essentials like burgers and buffalo wings, is open until 4am daily.
Where to SitFor gamers willing to muscle through the crowd, there's a third room with dart boards and an additional pool table.
Save MoneyFrozen margaritas--served in cutesy cactus glasses--are only $4 a pop; pints of Miller Light go for $2 during happy hour, every weekday, 4pm-7pm.
User Reviews for Ship of Fools
07/17/2008 Posted by vhurtado
Living on the Upper East Side has its privileges. One of them is being close to an outstanding bar/restaurant that is staffed by pros. I've enjoyed my experiences as a regular to this establishment since February. Super waitresses Marianna, Irina, Daria, and Claire are friendly and highly efficient at their craft delivering great beer, drinks, mouth-watering burger platters, spicy buffalo wings and other delicious treats to your table. Kelsey and Julia, two of the most capable AND pretty bartenders there, are also amiable and deliver the goods before you with a genuine smile. You will find very little reason NOT to leave them overly-generous tips!! Besides the great food and alcohol, there are tube and flat panel TVs positioned everywhere inside the bar to satisfy every sports enthusiasts taste. There are even two big flat panel TVs facing the outdoor part of the restaurant. The staff will change channels upon request. If you're running around with a crowd seeking a dimly lit, roomy spot to hang out in the wee hours of the morning after 1 or 2am, Ship of Fools is the place to board. A couple of cons: Happy Hour. There's only a measly one dollar difference between happy hour and the non-happy hour periods for their selected beers and drinks. Also, stay away from their overpriced, frozen Margaritas. If you wish to down a high-caliber Margarita try Mustang Grill, located less than two blocks from the Ship of Fools. During the substantial times I've spent there, I've heard of no complaint about the service or food offerings. Other than the above small pet peeves, this establisment comes highly recommended for bachelors and family folks alike.
Pros: Pretty staff!!
Cons: They could work on their happy hour!!!
06/06/2008 Posted by NYgal85
Finally found a legitimately cool sports bar. The crowd, the atmosphere everything was great. I've never seen so many TV's in a bar, the food was phenomenal, you can sit with your friends or easily mingle, which for me was the best part - because the crowd was actually very cool, friendly ,and fun! The ultimate sports bar!
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