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White Horse Tavern

567 Hudson St
New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 243-9260
Worst bar experience I've ever had in New York
1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

06/13/2008 Posted by drew_chapin

I've never posted a revew on this site, however, I feel compelled to write something about my experience last night at the White Horse Tavern. I was joining some colleagues for drinks after work. The staff corralled our group into the back room. There was no room to sit so I stood with several of my friends. I did not see a waitstaff so I ventured to the bar to buy some drinks. I was intercepted at the bar by the "host" and told to go back to the room and order from a waitress. I mentioned there wasn't a waitress to be found so I headed to the bar. I felt silly pleading with the man - cash in hand - to buy a drink. In a bar. I eventually headed back to the back room - sans drink. 15 minutes later we finally tracked down a waitress and ordered a drink. Between the time the drinks were ordered and the arrival of our cocktails, a second "host" told us we couldn't stand in the back room because it blocked a clear path to the ladies room. He said we would have to stand at the bar and order our drinks there. Unbelieveable. When we informed him that we were told not to order from the bar he looked confused.....then said he had just come on and he was enforcing the rules. It felt like the twilight zone. I will never, ever step foot in this dump again. Thankfully, we ended our night at the White Horse right after the silliness and headed to Dublin's down the street. We couldn't have been happier with the service we received at Dublins.

Pros: Lots of great bars in neighborhood after you are fed up here

Cons: Rude idiotic staff

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Editor's Review

Good greasy grub gets the ghost at this historic drinkery.  See the full editorial review.

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Another joint in this neck of the woods famed for its hamburgers is the Corner Bistro.

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Restaurant Information

Hours

  • Sun-Thu 11am-2am
  • Fri-Sat 11am-4am

Payment Types

  • Cash

Cuisines

  • American (Traditional)
  • Hamburgers

Meal Price

  • $$

Amenities

  • Outdoor Dining
  • Bar Scene
  • Historic Setting
  • Group Dining

Specialty ratings for White Horse Tavern

Specialty Rating  
Neighborhood Bar 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Vote

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