The Milton

It’s such a cute spot. I got some truffle chicken nuggets, and fish and chips. The food was actually pretty nice. The truffle chicken nuggets came in 6 pieces. The nuggets were packed with truffle fragrance. They were also extremely hot, and be aware of the juices squirting out. They were very nice. I was able to identify the pieces of chicken inside. They weren’t overly processed. The fish and chips were also very nice, too! The batter was very light and crispy. The fish was fresh and flaky. French fries were very crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They paired very well with the lemon wedges. I do feel they were a bit underseasoned. They got boring half way towards the end. It was a nice place to hang out with friends or for a small family gathering. It wasn’t too loud, and the environment was clean. I think I got too much deep fried food. I felt a bit gross toward the end. That was my fault. Lol

What an awesome 1st visit around 10:30pm on 8/13!! Our server, she was a DELIGHT - beautiful personality! 🤩 My Beer Battered Shrimp - OMG that batter was had a flavor a love at home in VA!!! And the Deviled Eggs (with Crab Meat)...aaaaaaMAZING!! 😋 Great neighborhood restaurant & open til 4am!! Nothing like that at home!!

Tried this bar on a whim while waiting. Good selection of drinks (i tried the spicy margherita), and the cheese platter was good. Service was ok, and the place felt crammed. It's worth a visit if you are in the area.

Nice bar/pub in the UES. I had the Cottage Pie and it was absolutely amazing. After trying it once, I’ve already been back a few times because of how good it was. Definitely recommend giving it a try!

Very fresh and delicious British food. Cod was succulent, wish the batter had crunch though. The fries were perfect and mushy peas the best I've had in the world and I work in the UK for 3 months out of the year. Overall nice but need to make fish batter crunchier.

Came here for my friend's 21st birthday and the bartender, Josh, was so friendly and wonderful. The craft cocktails were delicious and Josh also made us some sort of yummy shot for her birthday (blueberry maybe?) The vibes were also great with lovely people around and good music. Will be back!!

This is a great hang for drinks and grub. We only tried the apps of Fried Pickles and Truffle Chicken Bites and both were great. Best fried pickles ever. Zoey and Naia took care of us with welcoming smiles and friendly service. Definitely coming back

We had the $20 lunch special today and it was great. I had a Milton burger and it was everything I hoped for. The server was wonderful and very professional even though she was very busy and it seemed she was the only one working the front of the bar. There is indoor and outdoor seating so you can pick your experience!

After a day of biking 20 miles as part of Open Streets we found our way here for dinner. Cute little place, Scratch kitchen. I ordered the Vegetable Coconut curry pie and my husband had the Short Rib burrito. Both were very tasty. His was very filling and he liked it a lot. Mine was tasty but was 80% corn and a few broccoli and carrot pieces. Not a lot of vegetarian options but would still recommend it. Waitstaff was very personable and attentive.

We've been to this bar several times and have usually enjoyed the atmosphere, the cocktails, and the service--especially from some of the more experienced bartenders we've come to know. Unfortunately, tonight was a real letdown. My partner and I came in for a drink on what should have been a low-key evening. The bar was nearly empty, and service started off slow but tolerable. Our bartender seemed pleasant enough at first and took our initial order, but as time went on, it became clear that she was more interested in socializing than attending to guests. After we finished our drinks, we waited over 15 minutes without so much as a check-in--while she chatted at length with an older gentleman at the bar, completely neglecting the rest of the room. After 20 minutes with no new drink order and no attention, I walked down the bar to speak to the owner, Paul, and let him know we were ready to close out. I appreciated his response--he was gracious, apologized, and comped our next round. But as soon as he left, the quality of service fell off again. Not only did our next order never arrive, but when we spoke to the bartender who came in for the next shift to share that there had been several issues, she became oddly defensive. We asked if a bartender we knew was working, and she snapped, "He's my fiancé, and I'm marrying him!" as though our inquiry was somehow inappropriate. Note that while I was indeed there with my partner, we never mentioned our sexuality or gave any indication of personal interest. It was a bizarre and uncomfortable response, and her tone carried an undercurrent of homophobia that felt particularly out of place--especially during Pride weekend in a bar decorated in rainbow flags. When I expressed that our concern was simply about the level of service, not anything personal, she softened her tone a bit--but then proceeded to further excuse the previous bartender's behavior by saying she is "new" and that "no one wants to work on Pride weekend," as if that somehow justified neglecting guests who chose to spend their money here. We clarified that our concern wasn't coming from a lack of empathy--it was about being treated respectfully and receiving basic service. Blaming poor performance on staffing around Pride is not only unprofessional, it's a poor reflection of management. To be clear, Paul the owner was kind and responsive in the moment, and we've met other bartenders here who have consistently provided decent service. But tonight's experience was disappointing on multiple levels. Judging from several other recent reviews, it seems we're not alone in noticing a troubling shift. Management should take note--hospitality and professionalism matter, especially in this economy. With inflation making dining and going out a more considered expense for many people, establishments should be especially mindful of how they treat their guests. Hospitality matters more than ever, and experiences like this one make it less likely that people will want to come back.

I've only come here a few times on the weekend but I've always had a stellar cocktail. A couple times I went off menu with a mezcal creation by the bartender, Frankie. He's great and I try to time when I go in to see him, because he just makes it a good experience for everyone! The food is pretty good, and it's a casual chill crowd. They stay open till 4 so it's a good place for a last night cocktail before heading home.

I usually have no issue with brunch at the Milton but the eggs Benedict today was not up to their normal standards.. no runny yolk everything else was great. However, the yolk of the eggs Benedict should be runny.

I went with a friend for Saturday Brunch. The menu is full of the usual brunch items but with a different twist. I ordered the Ploughman . It is smoke salmon onion cream cheese with an English Muffin. The special twist is devil eggs sitting on a zesty mustardy dollop. The service was fine. I liked the ambiance.

I'm bumbed how poor I took the pictures because they don't do the food justice by any means. I also didn't get a picture of the cottage pie but it was very good and flavorful! The corned beef and cabbage were fantastic! The chips and mayo were elite! Felt like true European style mayo (so much better) The vibe was a cozy Irish pub and the servers were so friendly! Very very solid place! A little on the expensive side but well worth eating here! Try it if you haven't yet!

Had our engagement party here and would highly recommend. The manager and staff are super friendly and flexible. They gave us a great deal and made sure we were so well taken care of. Personally a big fan of their cocktails too!!! Oh, and we brought an outside cake which they cut and served for us. 10/10

Pros Awesome service Chill vibes Dimly lit Great happy hour hours Moderate prices Vegetarian option Great happy hour food menu Fast service Cons Hit or miss on food

Great drinks, good service, nice ambiance! My friends and I tried the Keep The Heid, Campfire Old Fashioned, and Bourbon Banana Cream to start. Everybody loved their drinks, although the banana cream was the clear winner. Between the flavor and the vanilla ice cream cube, it was super! The old-fashioned was great, with the toasted marshmallow a nice accompaniment. The Heid was also good, and led to a lot of discussion to exactly what velvet falurnnum was. We made friends with the girls next to us, enjoyed the football game, and had an excellent time.

I came here to meet up with a former work buddy. Place looked like your typical NYC bar: okay vino, good sized beer on tap, and bar eats. I do have to say that I was more than impressed with the mac and cheese here, as my expectations were super low. Yet, the dish was surprisingly cheesy and had just enough of a sauciness where I didn't feel like I was eating a puddle of liquid cheese. The cabernet I had was sufficient as well, as it had body to it and complimented my dish. Overall, not too shabby.

Stopped by the Milton on St Patrick's day and throughly enjoyed my meal. The Cottage pie was AMAZING! It is a large portion and heavy but packed with flavor! The bar is very cozy and the staff was friendly. The dishes were on the higher end $$ but I still enjoyed the food. I would go back for those chips and mayo dip! YUM!

Sleepy bar on the UES. Food is okay, my burger patty was very dense with little flavor. Their fries were excellent. I sat outside and almost wished I didn't. Not a very nice patio/street seating area. Service was friendly though. I imagine this would be a great place to watch a game/sporting event.

Good ambiance, solid menu, was a great option for a weeknight solo dinner. I sat at the bar and got the cottage pie. I chatted up the bar tender and some of the regulars who were all very friendly. The pie was good, Irish food is hard to mess up in my book.

I had a sad Mac and cheese here. Very one note. I think they only used one type of cheese. Not sure what I expected of a Mac and cheese that was so cheap but I regret it. Service was good and the ambiance was nice.

Surprisingly worthwhile spot for brunch in the UES. In a neigborhood whose food options make me incredibly sad when compared to many of the downtown neighborhoods, we can take solace in the quality, no frills brunch that The Milton is offering. I was able to walk in around 2pm on a weekend and it was pretty empty. The eggs benedict were great - jammy, runny eggs with a savory hollandaise sauce and salty, savory slices of meat with a chewy, hearty english muffin at the bottom. Potatoes were cooked just right and nice and salty. Love a classic American breakfast done well. Service was attentive and quick. The space is like a cabin of sorts, and quite charming. Almost feels like you escape the city a little. Def would consider coming back again if I was trying to stay within the neighborhood. This place def deserves more press.

Came here to meet a friend for a drink really. But I ended up getting some food. I got chicken tacos and my friend got a flatbread. She said it was tasty. My tacos were good. She to drink had a mule and for me I tried the cinnamon espresso martini. Very tasty and I will be back to try more of the holiday/winter drinks as they all look wonderful!

The food here made me do a double-take! The service was great and the place had a distinct feel. The food was surprisingly well-prepared. Employees demonstrate courtesy and friendliness too. Give this establishment your time.

An incredibly fun and exciting bar to help bring class to the incredibly boring upper east side. Lol. But of course. I bore easily. I only had one dish here. It was the eggs benedict and I would give it a 10. I must say the service here is superior. Nobody ever gives me attitude. I am treated incredibly well here. And the owner named Paul from a small town in Ireland happens to be the funniest human being I've ever met. So I recommend this place highly.

Pleasant server. Decent ambiance. Food wasn't great where Egg Benedict +2 side order of smoke salmon long passed expiration and the béchamel sauce simply too sour, couldn't salvage the dish except eating the home fries. The rest of our order simply disappointed and many Diners like EJ would taste better. After reading high review was disappointed we chose this place to celebrate Father's Day

Went there for dinner. The steak was alright, but not worth the price. It was a bit dry. The sides were good. The staff was attentive, but the food didn't impress me.

Let me introduce you to a place that gets my highest recommendation. The team demonstrates adequate friendliness and clear helpfulness. The food was fresh with good seasoning and cooked right. The selection features different food traditions. I'm sharing this restaurant with my social circle.

Steak was well prepared and juicy with a nice char on the edges. I liked the side of roasted veggies, they were cooked just right. Our waiter was great and gave honest recommendations. The atmosphere was chill and not too loud which made the meal even more enjoyable.

The Milton is my home away from home. The staff makes you feel welcomed and the ambience is friendly and perfect for an after work drink or dinner. It's multigenerational so old and young gather together. The selection of beers is excellent. (I highly recommend a pint of Road to Ruin.) And you can always count on being fed and fed well. Comfort food abounds, like a delicious tomato soup with grilled cheese or fish and chips. On Monday night they have live jazz. What more could you ask for?

Freaking awesome place!! Love it!! I love the musics and love their signature cocktails.. my favorite is "the miltonian" very fast service and amazing people. This is a big space and not crowded like other bars where in you have no space to even walk. They were busy but very fast service. Will be back again.

Truffle chicken nuggets are unbelievably good. Will come back here just for these. Drinks are expensive but strong. Attentive bartenders, fun but laid back atmosphere. Lots of vegetarian options. Will return.

What a great spot! They had the Mets game playing, the service was super friendly and attentive, and they had such a delicious grilled cheese and tomato soup. I really enjoyed the espresso martini and my boyfriend got the Pink Panther which was good. We already want to come back for more drinks with a bigger group / another date night and to try the broader food menu.

The food was very good. Ordered the roasted chicken for delivery. But can someone please tell me why plastic utensils were packed when I did not request this? Isn't there a new law that bans this? Please be mindful with this and let's all do our part. I didn't request utensils and I prefer my silverware at home. Just pack plastic item when people request it as the law states.

Thrilled to have this cosy neighborhood pub with a wonderful happy hour served by an excellent bartender! The fish & chips and the cottage pie were a taste from across the pond ~ now only if they can add Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding

Dropped by for a quick drink and snack. Order the tiki tiki tom tom and it was a little too easy to drink. I would say flavor wise, it was between a rum punch and pina colada. Can't taste the alcohol - at all (but take note, there is definitely alcohol). The aperol spritz was standard. As for food, friends got the fries and burrito. The burrito was massive - definitely shareable but enough as a meal for one.

Overall rating: 4.4 I'm a bit jaded in my review. I lived nearby about 8 years ago & still live in the past when they didn't have TVs. At one point the spot turned into an attempted sports bar with folksy decorations and I strongly disliked the change. I haven't been back since until recently this year. I went around 9 and it was very calm and chill, which is my style. The bartender was nice and felt very knowledgeable when we asked about different cocktails. There was still a tv, but it wasn't on and the music was indie. I would come back if I was in the area. Recommend if you're not the typical UES yuppie crowd and looking for a change of calm scenery.

We stumbled across this place after visiting The Met. Glad we did .... The truffle chicken nuggets and mixed greens were delicious. Highly recommend it to anyone. Although the oysters were huge, personally I prefer west coast oysters e.g. Fanny bay, etc. Service was good in a Pub atmosphere.

Our group of 6 gave brunch at The Milton a shaky B-. It got points for being able to reserve a table for 6 and having reasonably priced brunch cocktails. Everything else was a bit of a mess. The table reserved for us was in a really dark corner, lit only by a single dim Edison bulb on the wall. The rest of the restaurant was airy and bright, but we had to use our phone flashlights to read the menu. Coffee is drip-only and they do not have any nondairy milk. The tea selection was bleak - a box of Christmas tea (it's the end of February), a couple herbal teabags, and some generic Lipton-like black tea. Almost every single item on the brunch menu has bacon and/or sausage in it. For my fellow vegetarians, your options are either sweet entrees (French toast or protein pancakes) or ordering a savory entree without the meat. I asked if the breakfast burrito could have vegetables subbed for the meats, and was served a burrito without the meat but without any substitute. I asked our server and she said they couldn't add any veg "because everything is preportioned for brunch." This feels absurd for a self-proclaimed Scratch Kitchen, and also seems like something the server could have told me before having it made so that I could have ordered something different. Instead I had a mediocre egg and cheese burrito with avocado that still cost $17. My friends' dishes ranged from "meh" (eggs your way) to "pretty good" (grilled ham and cheese).

I've been here many times for drinks but never for brunch. I had the eggs Benedict which was delicious. Came with 3 eggs-- very large amount of food! Nice hollandaise and plenty of Canadian bacon and potatoes. As always their cocktails are great and the service good. The Lucky Walker is delicious and not too spicy. I prefer the indoor seating near the windows. The outdoor seating on 2nd avenue isn't very pleasant for me personally. Overall a wonderful brunch and a fun place to bring people from out of town.

Went shortly after 7pm on a Thursday and unfortunately missed the happy hour, which has good alcohol deals. Place was lively and ~90% full but we got seated at the outdoor area immediately. Since they became less busy once the happy hour is over (basically ~50% full by 8pm), we were not rushed out after we were done with the meal. The food: - The truffle chicken nugget is the best! Crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside. - Fried chicken sandwich is alright - can't taste the beer batter and too much of the fried batter to chicken ratio. - Irish burrito is a cool idea and is good, basically Irish shepherd pie in a burrito. - Friend has the burger and likes it. - Keep the Heid is delicious! Since we missed the happy hour, I decided to get a signature drink, which is not on the happy hour menu. Would get again outside of happy hour

We came for a quick close-to-home dinner and left full and happy. The British pub fare is certainly solid and the ambiance is low key and relaxed. I highly recommend getting the coconut curry pie and cottage pie with a side of chips. The flavors are perfectly paired and the pies are stuffed full of tender meats. We will be back for more but this is a neighborhood gem.

I met some of my colleagues here at The Milton the other night for drinks, food, and to catch up. It's so rare that we all get together at one time so I always find it a treat. I'm not too familiar with establishments on the UES, but the Milton looked like a cool spot so I was excited to try it out. So straight away, hats off to the team here for accommodating us with no notice - it was a busy Saturday and our party of 7 was seated right away. The interior is a little tight towards the front since that's where the bar is, but it opens up in the back to a nicely-sized seating area. The decor is very pub-like with mostly woods contrasting against lighter tones on the walls. They have a good selection of cocktails as well as beer and wines. We had a few rounds - my favorites were the Ginger Bee and the Newton's Apple; both had great flavor. We decided to share a number of apps: truffle chicken nuggets, beer-battered shrimp, buffalo wings, oysters, and the spinach and artichoke dip. Most of the apps were pretty good, I don't eat oysters but everything else I tried was fine. I'll be honest nothing really blew me away, but nothing was offensive either; my favorite of what I had was definitely the shrimp. For my main I had the fried chicken sandwich - this was just okay. They beer-battered the chicken which made it interesting, but I didn't think the breast was large enough in relation to the size of the bun; a lot of times I was biting down on just batter. The bun was also a smidge dry; the fries were good. Service was good, everyone was friendly and they were constantly checking on us to make sure we were taken care of. Overall, I had had a fine experience at The Milton. While the food didn't blow me away, they have a good selection of cocktails and friendly service. I wouldn't run back here since I would rather check out other spots in the neighborhood first, but I wouldn't be against returning either.

I had an awesome time here at The Milton. The food is super tasty and fresh. The service is very attentive and professional. The ambiance is nice too.

Our new watering hole and casual dinner spot. The service is great and the food is ultimate comfort food -- think Irish pub but leveled up.

The staff are always friendly and inviting! Great food here too, I especially like the spinach dip!

Well. It's an Irish bar. But? It's got more class and pizzazz than your average dive. Nice digs, nice service. The food is above average, the drinks are solid. I like it here.

Excellent ambiance. The Guinness was poured perfectly-correct amount of collar. The half roasted chicken was cooked perfectly - juicy and very flavorful. All in all a great experience.

This place was great! Delicious food, spicy Bloody Mary, good people watching, and solid service. The outdoor seating area is a bit loud at times due to traffic and bikers, but overall, it was really enjoyable. I got the eggs your way with potatoes (no bread for Passover lol) and my friend got the chef's masterpiece which she liked a lot. I would definitely come back here.

When the server came over, I immediately said I was gluten free. She got our drinks and came back to take our order. I ordered the Almond Pancakes (the description on the menu is "Two pancakes made with almond flour") I then asked the server if there was any other flour used and she said "oh yeah, it is a mixture of wheat flour & almond flour". When I said I just told you I was gluten free why didn't you say anything - she said I never said mentioned it. As someone with Celiac disease, believe me that is the first thing I say. If I didn't ask again, it could have been a big challenge for me. Plus why would the restaurant NOT mention they use both almond and wheat flour in the description of the dish? The place was pretty empty which should have been a red flag on a Sunday at 1pm and even being half empty in addition to the above service wasn't great. Wont be back-

Good Irish pub food- got the fish and chips and it was executed well and would recommend. Place is spacious and has a good ambience and interior. Service was good. A lot of good drink options. Recommend.

Stopped here on a gorgeous night for their outdoor seating. My colleague and I chose deviled eggs and spinach artichoke dip for our apps. The flavors were complex and scrumptious for both. Both of us had the Cottage Pie for dinner. It is unbelievably delicious! It's also extraordinarily filling, so plan on getting a couple more meals out of this dish! The bartender makes a phenomenal Old Fashioned as well! Our waitress, Zoe, was awesome...great recommendations, personable interactions...a pleasure to have as a waitress! We left with full bellies and happy taste buds!

Came here for dinner the other night, and right away appreciated the cozy and inviting vibe of the place! Spacious seating area, with a nice bar area as well. Great spot for some good pub food! I had to try the truffle chicken nuggets since I had heard great things about them. I enjoyed them and would recommend!

The Milton has great pub vibes. The owner/manager was very nice and chatted with my boyfriend about the rugby game playing by the bar. Yummy casual brunch with good food and drinks!

This was my old stomping ground when I lived on the UES. I've been here for full-blown brunch and dinner and also just snacks and drinks. Great place to hang out with friends night and day; could get a tad too loud for dates later in the week since it's a popular place in the neighborhood but the ambiance is legit. My friend who's still living in the neighborhood wanted to catch up and left the rendezvous details to me. I gladly offered to trek uptown and meet him at the Milton for brunch. Boy do I miss this place! I got the vanilla bourbon French toast and he got the chef's masterpiece. Still as good as I remembered.

Made reservations here for their thanksgiving dinner because I work at one of the hospitals on call on the upper east side and don't have the luxury of being home for the holiday. Three hours before my reservation I get an email that it's been cancelled. When I called them to let them know that I still need my reservation they told me they forgot to turn off their Resy and thus cancelled all of their reservations made through Resy. They didn't even offer anything as an apology or try to accommodate me. Terrible service !