Closure of Neary's Pub

Date: July 19, 2024 • Location: Long Island City, United States

Neary's, a New York City Irish pub popular with political elites, closed.

Neary's was an Irish pub on East 57th Street near First Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, from 1967 to 2024. It was founded in 1967 by Jimmy Neary, an Irish emigrant who had worked in New York City establishments and served in the United States Army. Neary's was known for its traditional menu and its elite clientele, including political figures, prominent businesspeople, writers, and entertainers. Neary died in 2021 and his children continued to operate the pub until its closure in 2024.