Friars Tavern - Westbury

My wife and I are in NY for a convention and we decided to go for a cocktail, the bartender Joe was working , talk about a loud very obnoxious person , the music was so loud we couldn't even hear ourselves speak, we order drinks not bad for the price but there is no doubt in our minds the guy was coked up and definitely selling to other customers , my wife and I saw this , got nervous and left ASAP!

If I didn't go to the room, I would never go to this place, its darkness. No food. But okay drinks. The regulars are not very nice people and there are minimal seating. It is really and old man working bar and I guess is not interested in paying off the influx of costumes with the venue. Maybe for a drink, but not for a place I would recommend.

I've never been here before, but apparently my debit card info...Go figure.

Seems like a good joint for locals. The beer was ice cold $5 each) and the bartender was friendly but we felt out of place. 80 years in business... they must be doing something right.

The owner Joe was there and attentive. Joe came rite away to say hi and offer us drinks,and food. He had hot dogs,sausage,cole slaw,and chips. Very nice guy. Listens to his customers and knows what they want. If he doesn't have what you want. Joe will send someone just to make sure your happy. Great place espionage at st paddys day.