The Long Room
“The Long Room provides a comfortable and casual oasis amongst the hectic craziness of Times Square.”
“During the falll/winter they light the fireplace in the back and if you can score a couch, it can be kinda cozy.”
“But right on 44th street – across from the Belasco theater I found this quaint little Irish gastropub.”
The Long Room
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Went after a show on Friday. Not overly crowded, good service and a solid selection of drafts.
Went to the Long Room for a quick lunch. I've been to the LR before and always have a pretty good experience. I kept it simple and had the chicken Caesar salad which was solid. I prefer anchovies on mine, but thats not an option. Regardless, the chicken was tender and the vegetables fresh and the dressing was applied well, without the salad being bathed in dressing. Service was attentive and prompt…and both the drink and food order delivered quickly. Overall, solid fare at a good price and with good service. I'll be back.
Meh. Hubby and I came here one evening after dinner just to have a couple of drinks, and we were greeted with the most blasé, nonchalant attitude maybe ever. We got rum and cokes and cosmos, and they were fine, but we certainly didn't feel appreciated. I know it's a bar – or at least the reason for our visit anyway – but they could've at least made a tiny bit of effort.
Solid place with good staff who are attentive. Food is good – I would recommend the artichoke dip, the tuna, and the charcuterie plate which is surprisingly classy! It's a busy place in Midtown for those coming after work, but they treat you well if you're able to find a place to perch.
Stopped by for an early dinner before an event. Nothing fancy, just a burger and a draft beer.
One of the better burgers which I have had in a while. Comes with good fries. Basic burger was inexpensive at $12.95 with extras an addition $1.00 or $2.00. So a bacon cheeseburger came to $15.95, A Smithwicks – 12 ounce pour – was $7.50.
I forgot to count the taps but might be twelve. I recall two versions of Sam Adams, Stella, Brooklyn Lager, Guinness, Harp, Smithwicks but that is not a complete list.
Bartenders were friendly, efficient. A few smaller flat screen tvs. Not a sports bar.
Worth a try. I will go back.
We came in for a few drinks with a friend that works on Broadway. My review is based on an extended stay at the bar and a few pints of Guinness. As my friends know, a proper pour of Guinness is crucial to its enjoyment and they do it right here at The Long Room. A cool spot located hesitantly close to Times Square was surprisingly not too touristy or crowded. The atmosphere is dark and upscale with nooks and crannies throughout the bar that are inviting you to stay a while. Prices were reasonable and this bar showed me that you CAN find a spot worth your money around the square. Thanks!
I could see this being an okay option if this is the type of place (VERY after work Wall Street) that would work best for your party, and you reserve the back area with the leather plush seating. Service ranges from fine to friendly. Very nice decor, though extremely cramped in all areas other than the one listed above (meaning everyone in our party, even the most stick thin, couldn't walk between our table and the next without literally rubbing up against multiple people).
Music was quite loud. Not so loud that conversation with people right next to you was impossible. But loud enough that, after only 45 minutes, I left with ringing ears. And you had to yell from your gut to get the attention of someone at the other end of the table.
The pour on the Long Island is child's play, which makes me think the other drinks have to be equally weak (if you don't get a customer toasty with a drink that mixes five different types of hootch? You ain't trying to get customer's toasty). I have never been given this drink in such a dainty cup; no volume worth speaking of for this sticker price. For $14, even in this area, I've always received more, along with a nice little buzz. Nada here. So stick to beer.
The food looked fine. No one complained, though no one raved.
On the plus side – and with props – they were fine letting everyone in a large party pay individually.
If you like this kind of Brooks Brothers crowd, give it a whirl. Otherwise, no go. This is about as far from an Irish Pub as I've yet to experience.
Time Squares shit show can wear thin on any good New Yorkers soul unless of course you're a tourist gawking and taking pics with one of the 650 spidermen or the painted naked ladies which happen to my personal favorite. Next time escape for a quick bite and a brew at the Long Room.
$1 anytime oysters just off the craziness of time square, yep bring it on. Yes, $1 oysters, baby. All the time, hell that's reason alone for me to pop on in. Well there isn't a variety. Typically long islands finest fresh with plenty of cocktail with horseradish and crackers. I've been known to destroy a few dozen or so per sitting.
A massive variety of craft beer selections and I mean massive. They're always quick to offer up samples which makes the decision a bit easier on the gullet because I despise beer crimes. Always cold and goes down oh so well while accompanying those briney slimy crustaceans.
A gastropub that hits the spot every time. The rest of the menu is of your typical pub grub, affordable and comforting. Me, I come for the oysters and multiple brewbakers.
Quick and attentive friendly service in a clean establishment even during crowded after work happy hours. I nice place to meet up with coworkers or friends while avoiding the tourist stampede to the chain type places just a block away.
So the next time you find yourself feeling a bit claustrophobic from Time Square congestion, head for a quickie at the Long Room.