Public House
Comfortable and inviting restaurant/bar that serves full lunch and dinner menus in a vibrant and energetic atmosphere.
(347) 748-1140
140 E. 41st St.
New York,
NY
10017
40.7506
-73.9762
Neighborhoods: Murray Hill, Midtown
Reviews & Ratings for Public House
28 reviews
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I say...find another bar.
by jamiesaidgogators
February 13, 2009
Spacious. However, Happy Hour is INTENSE and super crowded. I went there after Happy Hour, to visit a friend bartending. Total B&T crowd, and my friend's Louis got stolen FROM THE BAR COUNTERTOP after she paid for a drink .Sketch, sketch, sketch.
Total sausage fest, but unless you're into the whole B&T thing, don't go. And no offense if you are...that's just what it is.
They do carry Basil Hayden's and Van Gogh Espresso Vodka...two plusses.
DO NOT PLAN A PARTY HERE
by fmm4v
February 08, 2009
The staff, from party planner to bouncers, were extremely rude and nasty. They were unaccomodating and condescending. I reserved a table for my friends and I, except they refused to let in most of my party. I explained I had friends from out of town visiting, but they had zero consideration and still turned them away. Once everyone got fed up and left, the party planner THEN offered to let in my friends- TOO LITTLE, TOO LATE. The staff was beyond unhelpful and obnoxious. I would highly recommend never going to this bar. The line was out of control even though there was plenty of room inside for more occupants.
- Cons: Poor service, rude/nasty staff
off the hook
by JimmyJones2009
January 30, 2009
Went there for happy hour a few weeks ago. Loved the room. Place was packed with lots of girls. Drinks were a little pricey, but def worth it as the management was on point!!!
BEST MIDTOWN HAPPY HOUR
by RLJ74
November 11, 2008
Stopped in for a few drinks after work before hoping on the train back to westchester; place was packed. As long as you get a spot at the bar your set, bartends were quick to refill my drink and crowd was fun. Didnt get a chance to try the food but I'm looking to get back there soon to give it a try.
Umm...HORRIBLE
by megawega14
October 22, 2008
I had a horrible experience last week with my coworkers. I had heard this place gets busy during Happy Hour, and it was -- But, it was FRATASTIC. So many yuppy frat boys thinking that redbull vodkas were "cool" and the service was slow. The food was awful. We even tried to talk to the manager, but he seemed distant and uninterested. I was offered sweet potato fries and said yes, but wasn't told I would be charged 3 dollars for them. And, there aren't even any Happy Hour Deals!?!?! Why do people go here? AWFUL. Poorly run and slow staff -- do not recommend.
Cheerful, mentally challenged staff
by drink_club1
October 03, 2008
I applaud efforts to employ the mentally challenged. But sometimes, especially when serving the public, this can go too far.
Drink Club went to THE PUBLIC HOUSE during the vice-presidential debates. The large sports-oriented wall-mounted TVs
all showed the event. BUT, the sound was off, and a DJ was blasting 80s music. Well, you could just read the captions, right?
Nope. They didn't have the captions on. When one of our group went to the bar to suggest they turn them on, the bar-tender
told her "Our tech crew is working on it." They never figured out how to do it.
Our cheerful waitress came to take our order for food and drink. Half of it came. We ordered again/more. Half of that came.
During our first order, the waitress told us that "the kitchen closes at 11 o'clock."
"Could you let us know beforehand?" I asked. "So we can have a last-call before closing?"
"Sure," said the waitress.
Yeah right.
We tried ordering at 10:59, were told that "it's too late. The kitchen's closed."
When we reminded the waitress about our "last call" request, she said she wasn't able to comply because "I don't have a watch."
The food was okay, but we left hungry. After 9:30 the tables empty and the jockish crowd stands around the bar and yells at
each other. It is not a thrill! --Drink Club NYC is a roving group of NYC drinkers
- Pros: cheerful, convenient location, lots of space
- Cons: service, volume level
Great Happy hour!
by AlbertoConnell
May 28, 2008
This is a great addition to the midtown neighborhood. Perfect for Afterwork bar and restaurant before you get onto train at Grand Central. I this the specialty drinks are great! Try the blue cheese stuffed olives martini..amazing! I would definitely come back for happy hour and lunch! Try the chipolte wings or spinach dip! Steaks are great too!
Great service, nice crowd!
by kayreezy
May 23, 2008
My friend and I took a lot of time planning my 30th birthday party at a place called Bogart's. Unfortunately, my experience with them was horrible, leaving me with 30 guests and no place to go. We looked like a freak show parade walking down Park ave with all of our costumes on!
Luckily my friend found Public House who already had a halloween party in place. I loved it! The guys at the door were great, opening the doors for us, making sure no one tripped and fell on the ramp (since everyone had skimpy costumes..) Drinks were a little pricey- the norm for midtown, but well worth the great crowd there, great space and overall, great attitude accomodating us all!
I've never been there for lunch or dinner, but I'll definitely return and check it out again!
- Pros: Good amount of space and great service
- Cons: I didn't get to try food, it was a halloween party...
what??
by salty123
May 21, 2008
I cant believe what I'm reading about my favorite bar. I work around the corner and love it there. I go after work alot and have been there once or twice late night...definitely a different crowd but fun to see familiar bartenders' faces there. I happen to love them...they're hilarious and always remember my drink.
Havent had a bad experience yet!
- Pros: big space
- Cons: still gets crowded
