Christine Savoie
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Came here during my first-ever solo trip to New York City to see “Hugh Jackman: Live From New York With Love.”
🎉 Bonus: I didn’t know Hugh Jackman was part owner of this pub! I only came knowing he had recently visited, so I was extra excited to add this stop to my (super short!) 3-day NYC adventure.
My show was Friday, June 20th at 8pm. I came for an early lunch, and the staff couldn’t have been friendlier — I even got to sit where Hugh had last dined! 😍💕
Food-wise: I ordered the chicken schnitzel, which came with mashed potatoes, gravy, and salad. It was absolutely delicious — cooked perfectly — and paired beautifully with a pint of Old Mate’s lager.
My visit to New York was amazing overall. I didn’t get the chance to meet Hugh (I was literally inches away before he headed in for the Saturday matinee show 😭), but I was able to leave some handmade engraved gifts for him — and they actually made it backstage. (Hugh… if you ever happen to read this review… Old Mates and your show were the highlight of my trip!)
If I ever get the chance to come back to NYC, I’ll 100% be coming back to Old Mate’s. Everything was warm, welcoming, and just plain awesome.
– Christine from Calgary, AB 💋❤️