Failte Irish Whiskey Bar

There is a reason Failte has been voted NY's best Irish pub and I'm a huge fan. The crowd and bartenders are great!!

Pros: Guinnes, staff, decor

Posted 04/10/09

I have been going to Failte since I moved into the area six months ago and it has quickly become my favorite bar in NY. The crowd and bartenders are a lot of fun. The place has a great vibe and the best Guinness around.

Pros: fun crowd, has a pool table, reasonably priced drinks, fireplace

Posted 01/26/09

I almost died drinking here. I ordered a round of drinks here and when I took a sip I felt something in my mouth. When I took it out, it was a thin razor sharp inch and a half shard of glass. If I had swallowed, or gone in my mouth sideways, I would have been in serious trouble. When I took it to the bartender, he asked me where it came from. I said I didnt know, and he pointed to the glass (where it had apparently chipped off) and continued to look at me, like I had something to do with it. I just shrugged, not sure what he wanted from me. I'm the one that almost drank it. At that point I said I didn't think I should have to pay for the round ($20) and he said, "now you want a free round, for what?". I said, I could have died if I drank this shard of glass. He said, "are you kidding me?" I said, no, I'm not kidding, I could have died. He said, "f--- you, you could have died". At that point I asked for my card back, signed it with 0 tip. When I talked to AMEX today to dispute my charge, they said there was a $24 hold on the card. I'm still waiting to see if that is just a hold, or if the guy is actually going to give himself a $4 tip that I did not write in. I don't feel they are entitled to charge me for drinks I could have died from. I certainly don't think they should tell a customer to go f--- themselves. I've filed a complaint with the city about the glass.

Pros: pool table

Cons: razor sharp glass in beer. Bartender who thinks its not a big deal.

Posted 01/18/09

This is buy far the best Irish pub in NY. I can't say enough good things about it. The atmosphere is amazing, and they have the best bartenders.

Pros: Atmosphere, Bartenders

Posted 11/14/08

I wouldn't call myself a "regular" however I'm always treated like one at Failte. The drinks are always good and they are great at keeping a consistent "buy-back" ratio. I usually meet friends for happy hour and then end up staying late into the night. They also have a pool table which you can always get a game on. Lately they've been having trivia nights on Thursday's with prizes and a monthly comedy night. It seems that there's always something happening. I heard they might start having live music as well...... Do it! See you at the bar!

Pros: Good buy-backs

Cons: Good buy-backs :)

Posted 06/24/08

Failte is great! The service is always fast and friendly. The drafts are poured well and the place always seems full of neighborhood friends. I love going there on my way out for the night, and sometimes on the way home. It's a cool and comfortable place to relax and unwind after work. My friends and I went to trivia one Thursday night and had a great time -- Failte also has the best burger in the neighborhood!

Pros: great atmosphere, perfect NYC Irish pub feel

Cons: not enough tables

Posted 05/24/08

I hosted my birthday party at Failte and it was really great. My friends are still talking about how cool it was to have the 2nd floor lounge to ourselves. I got an open bar package that seemed inexpensive compared to how much we all drank! The music was upbeat and had everyone dancing, which may have been fueled by the open bar, but who's asking, right?! Long story into a few words: Failte is my new spot! Actually, the reason I chose Failte is the great night I ended up having there in my search for the perfect place for my birthday party. My friend and I laughed for hours with the bartender and a couple of guys at the bar. Getting up for work that Thursday was painful, but I'd do it again in a second. Failte this weekend anyone?!

Pros: perfect for drinks with one friend or 30 friends, great pub atmosphere, fun bartenders

Cons: While the menu can be just what you need at a certain time in the night, it's not very healthy.

Posted 07/30/07

If you are looking to plan a reunion then this is the place! Its bartenders counsel you through the many different varieties of Irish whiskey and the cozy feel reminds you of a warm Berkshire night. Many report sharing a moment behind the pool table located towards the back of the bar which is thankfully where the counselors can't see you. This is not exactly the place to go if you are looking to feast your eyes on celebrities, but I could swear that I saw Bob and Barbra the last time I was there! Wild... I know.

Posted 02/20/07

I always have the greatest time there. The bartenders combination of women and men are fun and lively. The bar has a warm cottage feel unlike most of the nyc bar. It has a lot of character and a comfortable feel to it. two floors the upstairs has a great lounge and is open on its more busy nights and downstairs has a live DJ on the weekends too. Pool table in the rear.

Pros: Great bar to have friends meet at for a drink or two before or after the movies across the street

Cons: none

Posted 12/04/06

this place is the WORST!!! DO NOT GO HERE!! CONTRARY TO THESE OTHER REVIEWS (WHICH ARE IN MY OPINION, FICTICIOUS!, THIS PLACE IS A RIPOFF!. THE AMBIEANCE IS OK BUT THATS WHERE IT ENDS. THE STAFF ARE ONLY INTERESTED IN YOUR MONEY AND GETTING A FREE DRINK IS ALMOST OUTTA THE QUESTION, UNLESS U SPEND OVER $1000!! THE FOOD I ORDERED WAS BURNT AND CHARRED AND IT TOOK AN HOUR AND A HALF ALMOST BEFORE I GOT IT! I WONT EVEN MENTION THE RESTROOMS..WELL IF U LIKE THAT STALE BEER AND URINE SMELL THEN GO FOR IT! AND ON TOP OF ALL THAT THE BARSTAFF ARE BEEN TOLD TO ONLY GIVE U HALF A SHOT WHEN U ORDER A SHOT! I MEAN COME OOOOON! FILL UP MY DRINK DAMMIT! I WILL NEVER STEP FOOT IN HERE AGAIN AND MY ONLY ADVICE TO U ALL IS.....ENTER AT UR OWN RISK!!!!

Pros: THE DOOR OUT!!

Cons: PRETTY MUCH EVERYTHING

Posted 10/21/06

Failte.... Didn't know what it meant, until the bartender told me! "Welcome", and boy did it welcome me! Went there with a bunch of friends with the intention of seeing the town, stayed there all night with my friend Jack D, listening to some great music and had a blast! Definitely a great spot to hang out, i'll be making another appearence there very soon!

Pros: Bartenders, Atmosphere, Music

Posted 02/05/06

My girlfriends and i are always scouting around for a cool place to hang on the week days. This has been our regular the last month and for A While to come.

Pros: Near movies!, FOOTBALL!!, cool people

Cons: crowded!

Posted 01/26/06

I moved up the street about a month ago and immediately began shopping around for a great weekday place to chill...I went to several bars, but realized Failte's was the best. Foxy is one of the best bartenders around and the weekday crowd is chill and fun. Its a bit overcrowded on a weekend...but if that's your thing well...

It comes down to this...great atmoshpere, Foxy and Stew are the best, and chill people...what more could you ask for!!!

Pros: cute Irish bartenders, good music, great atmosphere

Cons: crowded on weekends

Posted 10/21/05

This is the place to be with the winter comin. The fireplace is awesome and irish coffees go down a treat.

Pros: fireplace, staff, location

Posted 10/19/05

This is the best Irish pub in New York. I have been to numerous parties in Failte and go to the bar on a regular basis. The bartenders and crowd are really friendly and its always a fun time. This is NY's own version of Cheers.

Pros: Great Guinness, Fun atmosphere, Great jukebox

Posted 09/18/05

Failte is super cozy. It has a relaxed atmosphere, and great music. It's perfect to meet friends, and avoid the typical frat boy scene on Third Avenue.

Pros: Inexpensive, Friendly Staff

Posted 09/14/05

great pint of GUINNESS and great lookin people there this past weekend!!!!

Posted 09/11/05

Moved into Murray Hill recently and ive found my local!! Work down town and brought my boys from work with me and stayed for the night. Great spot. Watched the YANKEES game. Great spot.

Posted 09/09/05

A night to remember! Had my boyfriends birthday party there in the private room upstairs and could not possibly have had a better night. The open bar price was very reasonable and the food was excellent. The DJ music was a lot of fun and all my guests loved the room. I will be back.

Pros: Great Bartenders, Fun Vibe, Reasonable Prices

Posted 09/08/05

It was most unfortunate that a place with such incredible ambiance could employ a staff who would exploit its heavily-spending patrons and never buy drinks back, no matter how much money was spent, and a manger who may not understand the meaning of graciousness.

Pros: Ambiance

Cons: , poor custmr relations, Too earning oriented

Posted 01/15/05

Went to "FAILTE" on new years and had the best time ever, A BLAST. The crowd and staff were top class. We have been back twice since and it hasint failed. The room upstairs is so private for parties its awesome!!!!!!

Pros: great scene, private party room, NFL Ticket

Posted 01/05/05

I went there last Saturday night and this has to be the best Irish Bar in New York. My company had a Christmas party in the upstairs room and everything turned out great. After the party we went to the bar on the main floor and had a really good time. The music was hopping, the bar has a great atmosphere with an open fireplace. I would highly recommend Failte Irish Whiskey Bar for a great night on the town.

Pros: Great Bar, Very Friendly Staff, Great Atmosphere

Posted 12/21/04

I have been going to Failte for the last few years and have always had a great time. I have held and been to plenty of parties in there private room and they have all turned out fantastic. I would highly
recommend The Irish Whiskey Bar for any type
of party or for a great night out.
The staff are fun and friendly and its always filled with good people

Pros: cool spot, great staff, fun place

Posted 03/25/04