P J Leahy's

Super cute and simple corner bar right off the Vernon Blvd 7 train stop. The bartender was mad cool. Food was delicious. Simple, straightforward, solid watering hole in Long Island City

My husband and I like this sports bar. We came here sometimes. Food menus are great choices. So reasonable. Food is ok, draft beer is so so. But we love here.

I live in the neighborhood and Kylie is the best!!! Such a sweetheart! Come Sunday-Wednesday 7pm-close and she’s the best. So personable and kind! Best bartender out of all the ones who work here

The place is amazing. The only problem called Eni. All other girls are amazing. Avoid her by any means because she is horrible to her coworkers. Many great people (bartenders left) left because she was mean to them. The place is great for local late night drinks as long as Eni is not working.

This place is absolutely disgusting. I came here and opened up a tab, giving my debit card to the bartender. She continued to serve my drinks throughout the night, asking what my name was for the tab. When I tried to close out, she couldn't find my card, so instead of admitting she lost my card, she decided to say, "I'm covering your tab, but you have to go now." I said, I'd like to pay for my tab and get my property back, she then made it clear to the entire bar that I never gave her my card, even though I showed her that there's a charge on my account for the first drink I had. She's anxiety filled and did not want to admit fault, and chose to kick me out of the bar because of her mistake. I've never been treated this way at any bar I've been at. This behavior should not be allowed at all. The bartender is an unhinged person.

In this case there should be a minus 1 star rating. 8 months ago I had lunch with a friend ordering the “ prime rib special” . What we were served was a leathery tasteless steak . Not edible. We returned it . We were charged on a gift card $36.50. There was no owner or manager on the premises . No customer service SO RUDE. I tried countless times to reach the owner no response as the CC company advised me to settle direct. I came into town again today and went in to the place. I was yelled at by a server and again no manager in sight. What a horrible way to run a business. I have written 100s of Google reviews and this is my first negative one. DO NOT EVEN TRY THIS PLACE EVEN FOR A BEER . It’s an INSULT and a customer is badly dismissed. LIC has many eateries and why bother with a dive like this!

It's a go to local spot...great ppl and fantastic bartender...

The food was fine, the patrons were lovely. Megan, the bartender who unfortunately was on shift when I ordered my food was not lovely after I finished. She gave standard service. Not much complaint there if a little aloof. But when she closed me out, she charged me the bill plus the 20% tip on the check which isn't automatically added. That's something a place happily discloses with signage or on the receipt or the waiter/bartender would tell you, which neither was the case here. I was about to tip when I immediately saw the charge with the bill plus the 20% pop up via the bank app on my phone. Then I showed her my phone immediately and asked her twice if she added that tip. She tried to tell me things like "its an old system" or "there's a hold". It was a regular point-of-sale system that takes all cards like most other businesses have. Then when I confronted the situation, she tried to tell me I didn't have to tip. It didn't seem like I had much choice in the matter in this case. Then I tried to ask for her manager and of course they weren't around as she said me. It's not even that the tip was too great or that I didn't want to tip, but judging from other reviewers, Megan may be the issue with certain clientele. This place is just like many other bars, with middle of the road 80s throwback rock and country and over-breaded fish and chips. I just wanted some food after a great day outside, not to be quipped by this girl because she wanted a tip she thought she wasn't gonna get because I'm Black, as she wanted to give free shots to her white-adjacent patrons. Skip this bar if you can. Do American Brass if you can.

Small little Irish bar when you exit the 7 train. I came here a few times to watch the game. The bartenders are super sweet and attentive. Prices are decent. They have food but I haven't tried it yet. I would come here again.

After getting rebuffed for dinner at nearby places, decided to try our luck at this pub on a Sunday night. Plenty of seating at the bar and they were thankfully still serving food. Pretty basic menu of pub favorites and some beers on tap. Settled on the Philly Cheesesteak ($14) to go along with a Sam Adams ($7). Cheesesteak is a simple layering of roast beef, melted American cheese, and onions inside a toasted hero bun. Decent taste and surprisingly not dry. The handful of fries were fresh and not overly salted; going well with some ketchup. Bartender here was super nice and explained which items were still available on the menu (lots of thigs nixed on a Sunday). Would be a good spot for some quick food/drink while watching a game.

Came here on the weekend to meet up with friends I hadn't seen in a hot minute. All we wanted was a basic, relatively cheap bar with good drinks and bar food. In that regard, this bar is exactly as advertised. Very chill atmosphere and an attentive barkeep. LOUD music, but again - it's a neighborhood bar. Drinks weren't quite as cheap as I might have hoped but weren't insanely expensive either - about $10 for a Guinness. Depends on what you consider cheap, I suppose. Bar food was exactly what you'd expect - no worse, no better. And again not too expensive. Came out quickly and we had no complaints. Best thing was the service - patient, prompt, and friendly. Even asked a couple people to move to a smaller table, so that our group (about 7) could take over a larger one. Didn't bat an eye at the fact that literally none of us had ever been here, and it's clearly a pretty local bar - took good care of us.

Bar is okay and everyone was nice but but bartender was vaping at the bar and they have TouchTunes where I paid money to play a song (the eagles) where it played but then they immediately shut it off and unplugged the jukebox. So i may have some bias but it felt odd to be honest vibes were definitely off.

What a complete S Show. We walked in a party of three, the bartender promptly asked for our order. We went straight for food, drinks seconds. You'd think that's our agenda? We are starving. Bartender is oblivious. Order three mains and three apps and a soup.... 20 mins later. Two cigarettes late. Nothing. Food finally comes. Soup is stone cold. The wings are burnt. Why is the soup cold??!!?? Food comes. The frigging fries are cold as rocks. Obviously we were forgotten about. So we say send this stuff back. We ain't eating cold crap. "You don't belong here!" Says a patron. That fool was lucky I was outside while he said that to my wife. What a complete shite show. Almost had to beat a man over food? Thugs in that neighborhood across from the 108th preceient should know better. Garbage. Avoid at all cost.

What a gem! I went in a few weeks ago on a Friday because of the 5.00/6.00 buck special. Mussels or shrimp. End up having scampi. Huge portion. The portions on everything are enormous and everything looks good. Comfort food served with classic rock and a chill, friendly locals vibe. I'd come back to try the Shepherd's pie.

It's a great spot for drinks anytime .. they do have food there never tried it yet.., definitely a cool vibe with awesome bartenders . Near the 7 train go check it out !!!!!!!

Yes they are open for takeout drinks and food. Service is being done through the front window. Menu is basically the same with minor exceptions. The prices are the best in LIC. Food is same good quality it's good to see them up and running!!

Like this place. Cozy and convenient. Right next to the subway. Don't drink and drive! Good food. Try their fries with gravy! Or their mac n cheese nuggets. Delish. Nice and friendly staff.

I ended up at PJ Leahy's because I was in LIC to take photos of the Manhattan skyline on a Saturday night and happened to notice that it wasn't unbearably busy as I walked past, but also wasn't empty. I'm not a fan of crowds and I purposely seek out bars with available seating and a seemingly laid-back customer base. Based on what I observed from peering through the entrance, PJ Leahy's appeared to fit the bill, so I decided to give them a try. I sat at the bar and was tended to right away. I ordered a seabreeze with citrus vodka and started a tab. In addition to being courteous and prompt, the bartender was friendly. Her sister also works there and was equally amicable. Fellow customers, several of whom I later learned are regulars, were very welcoming and included me in their discussions. I had gone into PJ Leahy's expecting to hook up to their Wi-Fi and play on my phone all evening, and it was a pleasant surprise to engage in face-to-face conversation - something that is a true hit-or-miss in NYC bars. While I don't always enter a bar with intentions to socialize, the down-to-earth atmosphere here was an unexpected bonus. My original plan was to have a few cocktails here and move onto another bar, but I ended up enjoying myself enough to stay for the remainder of my evening. As the night wore on, it became pretty crowded, but maintained a relaxed atmosphere. The drink prices here are extremely reasonable. When I closed out my tab, I was surprised by how low it was. There are a few things to keep in mind about PJ Leahy's. First and foremost, it is very obviously frequented by off-duty law enforcement. If you have something to hide or don't want to be around cops, it's probably a good idea to avoid the place. Moreover, PJ Leahy's is a no-frills establishment. I didn't try the food. It looked and smelled pretty good, but based on observation, if you're expecting something beyond typical bar cuisine, I'd recommend going elsewhere. I was attracted to this bar because of its subdued and simple appearance - something many people seek the exact opposite of. It's not a place I would suggest to tourists or people craving an upscale experience.

5 stars because this is my fav bar in LIC. One of the few sports bars that serves normal beers. Talk $hit if you want, but I'm a bud light kinda girl..I'm not into craft beers. Food here is pretty good too! One of the best burgers in the neighborhood actually. Cheap beers. Normal people. Good food. Lots of tvs. Laid back atmosphere. Oh yeah, I've also never seen anyone lugging their kids in here so that's a HUGE PLUS in my book!!

One of those bars "where everyone knows your name" and if they don't, they introduce themselves! Steak special is unbelievably good.

Love this bar, always have. Cheap, strong drinks, great food and the best bartenders anywhere. The least pretentious place in NYC, no judgment, no attitude, and no negativity. The best place for a quick drink or to stay a while.

Stopped in here to meet a friend with my boyfriend and never expected to stay as long as I did! (6 hours)My parents decided to join us for food and drinks later on. The bar area is really big and has generous spaced tables throughout the back of the bar. There is ice cold beer on tap which is served in iced cups as well. Very clean and surprisingly for a Saturday afternoon into the evening was not busy at all. There is a cute juke box to play all of the oldies rock as well as a modern day music as well. Poker game machine is there to play also. The bartender Jean who served us for the majority of the time was super friendly and the girl who took over the evening shift (Eileen) was upbeat and friendly also. After a few beers, we all gained an appetite so I had the Mac & Cheese with chicken and bacon which was out of this world and my boyfriend had the PJs Burger which he very much enjoyed also. My dad enjoyed the Mac & Cheese dish so much that he ordered a second dish later on while my mother had fried Calamari. This is a quiet, cozy bar that doesn't have a bunch of rowdy patrons in it, maybe because the 108th precinct is right across the street. It's in a very convenient location and just steps away from the Vernon Blvd 7 train stop. I will definitely be coming back soon to enjoy a cold beer and more food off of the menu!

Best local neighbor pub in LIC! Drinks specials, decent food and awesome bartenders. Location is perfect with the 7 train a few feet away. Bars are based on their years of service, longevity is success. I love this place at any time of day. Great service is becoming extinct, this is a rare establishment that understands its patrons.

Came here on Christmas at night to watch an NBA game with my boys. When I arrived I witnessed the bartender and some man who I'm assuming worked there throw some guy out for being too drunk. Then they returned to the bar. About 5-10 min later, a drunk man was found sleeping on the floor of the bathroom floor and similar to the last guy, they threw this man out too. As my boys and I left the bar, we saw the bartender and whoever the man was working with her put this drunk guy in a car and say "I hope he's safe". This post has nothing to do with the establishment but everything to do with the employees. I am sure the bar is run much more smoothly on faster nights but this was an example of what not to do as an employee of a bar. One star because the safety of your patrons is most important.

I came in for dinner and to watch the football game and noticed Emily and her usual friend weren't bartending. The substitute bartender didn't give me any eye contact or hello for the simplest acknowledgement I was even here. She attended everyone else with a smile and hello. It must be my star wars shirt. I definitely felt like I wasn't welcomed. And all she kept saying was she was from Astoria. But on a lighter note, I'm not coming back here until the previous bartenders come back. As a local, there are many places that can and will welcome people with a hello and will "know your name" Cheers_1982.

Solid bar food, affordable drinks, and a friendly locals-only clientele. It's the "cop bar" in the neighborhood so you will find a well-behaved clientele here. Also, they take their food seriously because of the amount of lunch and locals dinner business they get. Irish specialties on the menu are done really well. If you're looking for a good dive bar, this is it. LIC is getting a little gentrified in some areas, and this type of place is definitely in the minority.

As a loyal patron I was blown away when they did not even let me use the bathroom. A place that has significance for me and I will never go back now

Wow, I thought it was going to be a dive bar from looking at the storefront. You walk in and it's pretty clean and well kept. Can't say anything about the food, because I didn't order any, but a glass of glenlivet was $8. I wonder how much the beers are. I think this would be a cool place to watch the Mets game or to grab a casual drink.

Great sport bar for Mets fans since they offer $10 pitchers of Bud Light during any NY games. Food, on the other hand, was a letdown. Ordered Mussels with White Wind Sauce and Garlic Parmesan Wings, and they tasted bland.

Love this place, it is a big union bar. Right off the Vernon blvd stop off the 7 line subway train station. Few blocks from few union halls. Thus place has great French onion soup, great beer prices. Gets packed out from about 3pm to 7pm not sure about afterwards. Bar tenders are super nice every time. Mostly Irish owned it seems. Burgers are great too!!

I love it here. But on Friday nights the poor bartender is overworked She is wonderful but needs another bar back or a second bartender.

PJ Leahy's right off the 7 train Vernon Blvd Stop, next to Domaine Wine bar. Saturday night sign outside says women drink 2 for 1 from 9pm-1am so me being the lush I am, walked right in leaving my date outside wondering where I went. Usually 2 for 1 does not include top shelf but I was told 2 for 1 apparentley means anything (awesome!) I'm use to bars offering buy 2 get 1 free but this place was buy 3 get one free which is a little odd. The prices are very reasonable and because of that I will be back. They renovated outside recently and it does look better than before but inside still looks pretty cheesey, I felt like I was at my friends basement/bar, but this is a dive bar after all. A-Ok

This is hand downs my favorite bar in all of Long Island City,no matter what day you go this place is a blast,someday are slower then others,but all the bartenders are lovely ladies. All the regulars that walk in are cool guys and gals,if I went more often it would be a 2nd home for me

Great bar restaurant to hang and enjoy a cold beer, drinks and lots of TV screens to view sports. I asked them to make me an Irish trash can and they did and it was great!!! If you get off on the Vernon-Jackson St station of the 7 train, drop by and grab a drink or Shepherds pie.

Very much an old skool Irish dive bar, which is cool in its way, with the dark room, low ceilings & friendly barmaid. But the parm meatball sliders are disgusting- no meat, all sawdust... maybe other items on the menu are ok, probably after several pints, which this place lends itself to.

Great place to hang out if the Australian guy would stop playing his angry, Devils music! Who wants to hear loud German Du Hasting and Du Du Du guitars? Thought this was America?!

If you want to experience a rude bar maid this is the place to go. So, on a Friday night around 10pm a couple of us went here to grab a bit to eat. We got our menus and strange looks, not sure why. We took about five minutes to make a decision on what we wanted to order. Within those five minutes the waitress/barmaid felt the need to be extremely rude and tell us if we didn't want to eat we can sit at the bar. We told her twice give us a minute to decide what we want to eat. It's not like the place was crowded at all but I can tell why because the service was horrible. As soon as we finished our meal a couple of our other friends came in and the waitress immediately told us we can go to the bar, again we told her these people are going to eat too. Either way I don't know what her problem was but I will never go here again. I've been here numerous times and never have I experienced this negativity before. It's sad because some of their dishes here are actually good. For some reason she wanted to get us out of the bar quickly, its not like we were dressed or looked bad we were dressed causal. If anything there was a tiny group of people in their mid 40s to mid 50s so they should be glad mid 20s people even wanted to go into this place. ::::BATHROOM ALERT:::: Make sure you lock the door well because you can be fooled. The inside was clean and that's pretty much the best part of this bar. With their bathroom being clean I was a lot happier with the food too bad the server was bad. If you want to go to this place I suggest maybe going in the afternoon because the other times I went this barmaid was not there. I love their open steak sandwich but not with an attitude. The plus side if you like this place with all its rudeness is that the 7 train is right in front of it and also you can never worry about anything going wrong in this place in terms of fighting because it's also called "the cop bar" because the 108 precinct is right down the block. They also have some good drink specials that you can enjoy if you still want to check this place out. As for me they lost a local.

Ahhh, the rumble of the 7 train underneath! The 2:1 ratio of TVs to patrons! The cheap gin! I realize that LIC is up and coming or what the fuck ever, but the massive amount of attitude I was served everywhere I went that night was finally dropped when I entered PJ Leahy's. Simple, traditional irish pub. No muss, no fuss. No 'tude. Finally. Plenty of seats. And I was continuously amused by the ridiculous variety of tunes - Radiohead to (vomit) Bon Jovi. So welcoming in fact that both Mets and Yankees decor adorned the bar. Worth a shot if the undeniably trendiness (or... something...) of LIC has got you down and out. Or just unwanted at the rest of the local strip.

Super legit! Plays some old school queens Ish late night which is cool in my book!!! Ran into this place mad random because of the wine bar next door. We were looking for a no-frills place that served late. This place did that and more! I actually haven't heard a bar play "ether" by nas (and I worked in music for 5 years during this very time) since I still got blacked the eff out over jamo shots! Great no-nonsense device, great vibe from the bouncer and other customers. Come!! Not many places can give me this level of nostalgia anymore, +++1 thank you!!!

Let me start off by saying I love a good dive bar. PJ Leahy's fits that description and adds to it "Irish Pub". The bartenders and patrons were all extremely friendly, and I don't really have any complaints. This isn't a New York "hipster bar" for sure. It's a Long Island City locals bar. Grab yourself a beer and a shot, watch the game, and make friends with the fellow patrons while catching a good buzz. Drink Choice: Boilermaker *Hint: Right around the corner, West down 50th Avenue, there is a pier with a beautiful view of the Manhattan skyline. It's about a 5 minute walk from the bar.

In the era before LIC was destroyed by development and overrun with transplants from who knows where, this was one of the few bars in the neighborhood. Despite walking past it every day when i got off the 7, I never ventured in. However, all that changed when I didnt have cable in 2006/2007. I began coming in occasionally to watch the Yankees and before long I was coming in about 3 times a week to watch the Yankees game, drink some cheap Bud and have dinner. The bartenders (particularly Gina and Kerry) were great - remembering my name, what I drank, where I worked and asking me where my girlfriend was. Buybacks after three drinks at the bar and great food. I came here for years to watch football on Sundays (you can easily reserve a table for a low minimum) with your own tabletop TV with a remote. Its the only bar I've ever felt like I was treated as a regular and whenever I am in the hood, I stop by for a drink.

Good food, nice atmosphere, confusing when TV is muted and there is radio ... The lady at the bar was super nice.

Been here a few times for a quick drink, perfect location right at the top of the stairs of the 7. The best part about this bar is it has not changed or been totally invaded by all of the hipster-yuppie- stroller set .....yet. Extra star for not selling out. It still has the look and feel of the old LIC when it was all factories and warehouses. You got to love how the whole place shakes when the 7 train rolls in underneath Was here last night bartenders nice. Good service. Basic drink specials. Typical pub food. Fries were perfect. I will stumble in again.

So close to the subway you can feel the 7 rumbling under you every 20 minutes... Cool atmosphere, nice people - pleasant girls, no pompous dudes. When we first walked in we found old dudes with Irish caps, 40 year old sports guys, and mid-twenties with nice irish girls. Bartenders/staff were very inviting, pleasing to the eyes and ears. My friend said his PJ Burger was spectacular - it must have been... It must have been the mozzarella stuck to the burger with mushrooms and loads of bacon on top. Wings looked awesome, so i had to get an order even though I came in full. They were done well, although didn't taste quite as good as they looked. Honestly, it would be hard to live up to that appearance... Great prices, good food, easygoing clientele - found it because Dominie's Hoak is barren of have television - and we were there just to watch the pats/colts game. Glad we did. I'll be back.

Typical sports bar. A good place to grab a quick drink, or to watch a game. Packed with regulars. Attracts a largely 30 and older crowd, and kind of a rowdy one at that. I've never eaten here, but watching the food come out of the kitchen always gives me an appetite and I've heard nothing but good things. This bar is not a place you travel to. It's a place to stop by if you happen to be in the area while you're on your way to your real destination, or want to grab a quick drink before heading home for the night.

Good place in LIC to kill a few beers and have decent bar food. If you're hopping off the 7 line after a Mets game or it's on your way after work this is a solid place to drop in for a few beers. They sport a decent variety of beers on draft and a menu they can be proud of. I didn't find any of the drinks or entrees to be particularly special, but I also wast looking for anything like that either. I just wanted place to with an uniting atmosphere where a few friends and I could catch up and not have it be too loud. It's the easiest place to convince people to go to when you pop out of the subway station looking for your first beer of the night. It's a good starter bar to get some brews and food in your before a bigger night in the town, or it's a good after work bar to kick back and relax at before heading home. Either way, I'm gonna be there for 1 - 3 beers and a bite.

Our first venture out into our neighborhood and Sandy didn't hit us too bad except for some ground floor flooding in lower areas. PJ Leahy's was open for business though and it was quite packed with many neighborhood residents discussing the storm. Hurricane Sandy news was on all the TVs and you could see some people charging their phones and checking in on friends and relatives. We ordered a couple drinks and some snacks including the chicken tenders, steak quesadilla, and macaroni and cheese. The chicken tenders are always a solid choice here and today was no different. It was the favorite item of the three, with the steak quesadilla a close second. The quesadilla could have had a bit more cheese, but it was filled with plenty of steak so that was a plus. Finally the macaroni and cheese was just okay and not something I would order again. It was a bit bland and on the looser side. Service was extremely slow and inattentive but might just be short staffed due to the hurricane. It remains my go-to bar in the neighborhood and hopefully the service issue was just a fluke.

I went into it one night thinking it was a dive-bar but left finding a good, go-to spot. Cheap beer and reasonably priced food. It's a real local spot, including the old-time locals. They remember you and go out of their way for you. A great spot to watch a game (flat screens at every table and a few behind the bar) or to go to just grab a good drink and catch up with friends. Nothing fancy, but doesn't pretend to be. Their food is great too. Their burgers are the best in the area. Definitely try the Zingers. They're addicting. If your'e in LIC and just looking for a good spot to hang out or grab a pint, I'd highly recommend it.

Get the PJ burger. Great food. Good drinks. Even better bar tender.

Please have your customers who smoke stay away from the train entrance and 50th Ave side. I continue seeing families with children and others have to push through your customers who are smoking and typically drunk and it paints your business in a bad light. Thank you.

I've been here multiple times. I'm 5mo pregnant, and really did appreciate a place to use the restroom today. However, the bartender was so kind as to embarrass me on the way out in front of everyone else in the bar. I wouldn't typically stop and not purchase anything, but thought because I had been a regular customer in the past that maybe I'd get a pass (esp very visibly pregnant).

This bar grew on me over a couple of pints. At first it seems like your typical smaller sports bar: tv for every side table, low ceiling, not really that spacious back, a couple of windows. It's the basic ingredients, plus a mammoth Internet digital jukebox as well as one of those mini-game booths (photo hunt, poker, etc.). After a while a few things dawned on me. One, the toilet seat in the men's room stall doesn't fit the toilet. Two, the second time I went to the bathroom, something was different: the seat definitely had crap on it. It wasn't there the first time. That's not really relevant to the other dawnings, but it was a bit odd. The other dawnings goes as follows: it's probably the sportiest of the couple bars we went to around the area, and it does have food fairly late (the smells were quite strong, ventilation must not be strong). Another thing is that people seemed confused as to whether or not to go in here. It's literally right outside one of the subway exits on the 7 train going further into Queens. These two incredibly attractive women were debating that or the wine bar next door as we were walking out. It's one of those places; where you're like, "eh there's not much going on" but wait, the guys are laid back while the girls are just yucking it up in there. Must be a respectful atmosphere. It's a Mets bar. That's just a note. Everything's done up in light wood. It's not too loud. The bartender was very nice, and Bud pints were 3 bucks. The back is just sort of dark, I'd probably keep children away. Other than that relevant stream of consciousness, not much else to say, but it's a good first stop. Oh they had about six signs outside and inside regarding their 8 dollar brunch or Irish Breakfast. Now that is a good deal.

Great place to have a few beers watch the football games. Free shots for jets and giants touchdowns:) good quesadillas and wings too.

Love this neighborhood bar! Super chill, doesn't get too packed and there's so many TV's you could watch any game. Bartenders are friendly, and I especially love the PJ burger. Great for a casual low key night.

Fun local watering hole with very cheap drinks and solid bar food. Really odd mix of music thanks to the patron controlled juke box (which can be fun/interesting). The bartender is extremely nice and makes stuff drinks. They even have speciality cocktails. Highly recommended for a fun/cheap night right by the 7 train

Love this place my coworkers and I regularly go here after work. Good specials too. But I heard they got rid of my favorite bartender so I think we're gonna look for a different place to hang out after work.

Believe it or not they have great dinner specials here. No it's not amazing but it's pretty good. At first look it looks just like a dive bar from the outside, but believe me you can def get some tasty food and affordable drinks with friendly service. It can be slow at times but just be patient. Great local spot to grab a drink or a bite.