McSorley’s Old Ale House

Pub · East Village

14

@infatuation

7 Haunted Restaurants And Bars In NYC

"Spooky score: ???????????? It’s easy to imagine mysterious spectral footprints appearing in the sawdust on the floor at McSorley’s, because history feels so palpable here. They say none of the many tchotchkes and memorabilia at this 1854 institution have been removed from the walls for more than a century, but the single most haunting artifact within the saloon is the row of turkey wishbones hanging on a lamp over the bar. Legend has it that they were hung up by soldiers heading off to WWI, who retrieved them once they were safely back home. The 20 or so bones that remain belong to the men who never returned. (The health department finally ordered McSorley’s to dust them in 2011.) Our raspy-voiced bartender said he’s met “a dozen” ghosts in the 50-odd years he’s worked at McSorley’s, but when we asked the Ouija board if we should get light or dark beer, the results were inconclusive—so we ordered a pint of each. Later, our EMF meter went off in the ladies’ room. Maybe because women were banned here until 1970, and their designated restroom was only installed in the ’80s?" - molly fitzpatrick

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/guides/haunted-restaurants-bars-nyc
video credit: Molly Fitzpatrick

15 E 7th St, New York, NY 10003 Get directions

mcsorleysoldalehouse.nyc
@mcsorleysoldalehouse

14 Postcards

See full details

More Places For You

Adda Indian Canteen

Indian restaurant · Long Island City

Adda serves bold, authentic regional Indian dishes in a cozy, newspaper-clad LIC spot perfect for sharing spicy, homestyle flavors.

64 Postcards

Blume

Charcuterie · Upper East Side

A charming UES Austrian spot with a secret garden patio, cozy alpine vibes, standout charcuterie, and a killer wine list for date nights.

5 Postcards

Very Fresh Noodles

Chinese noodle restaurant · Chelsea

Chelsea Market's Very Fresh Noodles dishes out hand-pulled, spicy, chewy noodles that pack serious flavor in beef, lamb, and vegan bowls.

8 Postcards

The Tusk Bar

Cocktail bar · Midtown East

Tusk Bar at the Evelyn Hotel is an upscale spot that serves delightful seafood bites and inventive cocktails, all wrapped in a cozy, jazzy atmosphere.

9 Postcards

Shelsky's Brooklyn Bagels

Bagel shop · South Slope

At Shelsky's Brooklyn Bagels in Park Slope, dive into a bagel haven featuring chewy classics and inventive sandwiches, perfect for any time of day.

11 Postcards

The Test Brewery

Brewery · Williamsburg

Welcome to Test Brewery, a chic Williamsburg haven where innovative craft beers, especially their bold IPAs, flow amidst a lush, inviting atmosphere!

1 Postcard

Noona's Ice Cream

Ice cream shop · East Village

Noona's delights with inventive Asian-inspired ice creams like toasted rice, ube latte, and black sesame, plus scratch-made toppings and baked treats.

5 Postcards

The Best Sichuan 一品成都39

Chinese restaurant · Midtown West

This bi-level bar and eatery near Times Square serves up an expansive menu of expertly crafted Chinese dishes, featuring standout Sichuan flavors and plenty of options for every palate.

2 Postcards

Frevo

Fine dining restaurant · Greenwich Village

Tucked behind an art gallery, Frevo offers an intimate 14-seat counter experience with a globally influenced, modern French tasting menu that's a feast for all senses.

9 Postcards

Chip City

Dessert shop · Gowanus Heights

Chip City offers oversized, indulgent cookies in a rotating cast of flavors like Peanut Butter & Jelly and Strawberry Shortcake, ideal for sharing.

1 Postcard