The Grafton

I stopped by for St. Patrick's Day. The fries was tasty and the dipping sauce was also delicious. The drinks were great. The atmosphere was nice.

The potatoes soup was absolutely one of the best things I've ever put in my mouth. Staff was 10/10, band was awesome! Would definitely go back!

If I lived anywhere in Manhattan this would be my local pub! Or if I'm meeting someone in future in the city I will meet them here! We'd a really unforgettably good time in this wonderful place. We were visiting our cousin in the neighbourhood who insisted we visit this charming pub. It's his local and he said we would really enjoy ourselves. We actually only had a couple of hours to spend in NYC and this is where we spent them - such a cosy spot in town on a cold day! The welcome was warm, the company was first rate, the fun was fantastic. The Guinness was excellent, the conversation wide ranging, the staff were friendly, witty & knowledgeable. I especially like that it was easy to talk without loud music or TV commentary blasting which can happen in many places though the playlist was terrific feelgood tunes at a great level! We heard the snacks are great too but as we were going to dinner we didn't avail of them this time. Hmm we had such a good time we had to scramble for our dinner engagement as we'd lost track of time! We look forward to our next visit, keep doing what you're doing at the Grafton!

One star review because I asked the male bartender on shift tonight (who was not our serve) if there were any other bathrooms than the one with the huge line, then when he said that there weren’t he fully bounced me. I used to bartend here in the city, I’ve never been rude to a server in my entire life, but apparently my question was so offensive that I needed to have a bouncer called on just for that. The dude did “unbounce” me later when I had a chance to realize that me being annoyed by a bathroom line wasn’t a personal attack on him (?!!) but this was truly the most shocking expel I’ve I’ve ever had in a bar in my 15 years living in NYC. Just in case anyone wants to double check the tab - name is under Crecco.

What a nice welcome to NYC. I walked east village for an hour looking for an approachable bar for a solo female not trying to be bothered, and this one sold me on the atmosphere. So, I found the one seat left at the bar and drank some beer while everyone cheered on the Bills. Turns out, the bartenders are incredibly nice and ended up giving me a beer on the house. Also has a very clean bathroom lol. I'll be returning for sure.

the bartender had a real attitude, and was condescending, was not helpful and told me i needed to order a minimum of two drinks AFTER he took my card and tried to lie to me saying i ordered four drinks when i only asked for one. there’s other reviews here saying the staff are not friendly to poc and he definitely gave me that impression. Another bartender later helped me with my tab and he said nothing about the two drink minimum and I paid for my one drink.

Excellent ambiance, service, and food. The staff are especially wonderful and treat you like family. It can get pretty busy for certain sporting events, especially college football, but even then, everyone is very accommodating to requests. Reservations help, the owner/managers will get back to you promptly and make sure you are pleased. They have one of the best burgers in the neighborhood, and their avocado toast for brunch is uniquely delicious.

We came down to watch the game and were welcomed and had a great morning. We did not have any food but what we saw looked good, the beer was delicious and the service excellent though. A great place to visit if you want an LFC game while in New York.

Dark oak, Irish ambiance instills a sense of bar time as soon as you walk through the front doors. Great sports atmosphere with a delicious tasting burger. Lettuce and tomato left some quality to be desired but overall good experience.

So really, I'm giving this place a 4.5 and rounding up. The great: - The staff really makes this place, they are fun, friendly, and have whitty things to say. - The food is pretty good... nothing to write home about, but solid gastropub glory - The TVs... enough to make it a legit sports bar, but not too much where you feel like you are in Vegas. - The location, decently close to both subway and citibike This is the perfect place to: - watch the Olympics - a casual date - catch up with mom and dad - Hear about Ireland - A low risk break up (the bartender can help you out!) - Groups Not a great place for - Kids - High risk break ups - If you want French food

Friends and I wanted a place to watch the US Open at night and this place was it! Nice atmosphere. Was busy and women patrons were singing Taylor Swift (as they should.) The Grafton's playlist was hit after hit of songs from our high school and middle school days--lots of throwbacks, boy bands, and karaoke choices. This made the atmosphere electric and fun--it seemed to skew younger, even though it is a sports bar? There were quite a few TVs with other sports on as well at the same time. I had a White Claw, friends had beers. Bartenders were kind.

Stopped in with some friends for a couple drinks one night. It's definitely got the dark Irish wood decor down, and it had a normal drink selection (seltzers, mixies, beer on tap, etc). It was definitely a more casual spot -- we ended up sitting in a straight line on the bar stools and it seemed like that was the case for nearly everyone. Not sure if it becomes more lively/dancey but it was a good time nonetheless.

Visited twice in one night, before and after dinner. Apparently they were limited in terms of mixed drinks but it wasn't a dealbreaker. No complaints in terms of service and ambience. Love that they had TVs everywhere so we could watch all the games at once. Nice little outdoor space in the back.

Love meeting my friends here for midday martinis and weekend wings! Even with the bro-y vibes, the bartenders and servers are very friendly and don't mind when I take a little extra time to decide on my order. They have plenty of screens for every seat, and fun board games, if you need extra entertainment. Please PLEASE try the wings. One of the best in NYC!

The Grafton is an Irish restaurant so I visited it on St. Patrick's Day weekend. The food was decent. My friend found the fish and chips to be a bit greasy but the fries were great. There are tables outside with individual TVs so you can watch sports games with friends.

Dishonest & not POC friendly -- white "bartender" with the dad hat & flannel had an incredibly condescending attitude and purposely overcharged us. My friend and I sat at the bar while it was only half-full, but he served three parties that came after us (all white) before we could get his attention (he was side-eyeing us the entire time). He was purposely difficult when we were telling him the names of our orders, and pretended not to understand us ordering shots. We ordered 2 drinks (The Village Tart & The Rich Man are $14 each) + 1 tequila shot, and he charged us $73 ...girl be for real. We were sober during all of this, and have a photo of the machine to prove it. Absolute garbage excuse of a sports pub in the EV. I literally never leave reviews but the way he treated my friend just didn't sit right with me. Lame vibes and lame crowd

I come here to watch sports occasionally. It's good for that. There are lot of screens showing different games, and you can usually find a stool. I've never ordered food, but it looks really good. Decent beer selection. If only they'd kill the sound during commercials.

This is the best sports bar in lower Manhattan and possibly New York City. The TVs are everywhere and they have every channel. The staff is electric. These are people you want to have a beer with when they're done with work. And the wings? Don't make the mistake of looking around in here, seeing the decor and thinking it will be standard bar food. The wings are outstanding. Delicious. Cooked perfectly. Do yourself a favor and come by the Grafton. A true neighborhood watering hole.

Came here for a few beers after dinner and watch the Rangers playoff game. Super fun crowd and very attentive bartenders. Didn't eat but I'm looking around I am excited to come back and eat!! Reason for the four stars is someone needs to figure out the bathroom situation.

The Grafton is great place to relax and enjoy a drink with friends. With friendly service and a nice atmosphere, it's a spot you won't want to miss.

I'm totally in love with the Grafton. They definitely have the best Buffalo wings in the neighborhood and arguably some of the best in the city. They are always crispy, sauce is just the right amount of spicy and tangy, and their blue cheese is divine. I also recommend their fries which are always cooked to perfection..pretty sure anything that comes out of their fryer will be good. The Grafton is also one of the best places to watch sports, especially football/soccer. Their back courtyard is the perfect place is hang with friends, drink outside, and catch a game. Their staff is also incredibly nice and they truly appreciate their regulars. Can't say enough good things about this place and always recommend it to friends. Love you Grafton

Came here sdter my shift, as Bar Security. Was told that I was too intoxicated. Respect. But I was coming from my own shift as bar security. With 0.0 alcohol content. Be vigilant, but don't be ridiculous.

The vodka tart was really good but you barely taste the liquor. The spicy chicken sandwich was pretty good as well. Would come back here but wouldn't rush to do so.

Reasonably priced food and reasonably priced drinks. Happy hour was great got there in time. The bar has games you can play with your table. This place is great for watching sports and you can tell it's a frequented bar by the regulars. Quick to get seated, quick to get drinks and quick to get our food. Hands down the best part oF my burger was the fries. The burger was phenomenal too because it was a mix of three meats and cooked perfectly. The bacon on top of my burger was just crisp enough to compliment the meat itself. My only complaint is that the menu on the Yelp page is not the correct menu as the burgers are seasonal. Great customer service though. Will be back when I'm in the area. I also recommend their spicy Moscow mule.

American sports bar with decently priced and traditional bar food and drinks, and personal TVs for select sports.   I came here on a Sunday afternoon to watch the Chelsea / Tottenham game with a friend. We were seated in an area right behind the bar seating (similar to bar seating with wooden stools but just not next to the bar) fairly quickly without a reservation (reservations were only accepted for parties of 4+ during the weekends). The main attraction of the bar for me was the personal TVs in the outdoor seating area, but these TVs only play certain games so I would recommend calling in advance if you're coming just for this perk. The bar is separated into sections if multiple sports / games are playing at the same time so there isn't much flexibility in terms of seating, and the area we were located was relatively cramped. The bar overall was clean with rustic design (brick walls and framed pictures), and we had a clear view of the TV with an acceptable noise level to hear the commentators and talk to my friend.   The menu features traditional bar food (fish & chips, burgers, chicken wings / wraps, salads, etc.) in the mid-teens price range and drinks (mostly popular draft and canned beers) in the high single digit price range. My friend and I opted to share the fish & chips and the chicken caeser wrap (in addition to my pint of Blue Moon), both of which came relatively quickly and were delicious and well cooked. Service could have been slightly faster, but servers were overall welcoming and attentive.   Overall, good, traditional American sports bar to watch a game with friends with acceptable service, food, drinks, and ambience at standard prices, but with the potential to be cramped if a reservation for a personal TV is not made in advance.

Came here one night on a Saturday and the place was pretty busy. We sat outside, but it's located all the way in the back, which I didn't know when I went to meet my friends. When I didn't see all of my friends, I just naturally assumed they were all late. But I thought it was odd that they all were so I asked if there were other seating and she led me to the back. It's a good place to go watch sports, but it was raining hard when we were there so it's even limited in the available seats. I didn't eat anything, just drank beer, but our server was super fast and friendly. She almost timed when each of us was about to finish our drinks and asked if we wanted another one. My friends ordered food and it looked pretty good, but I didn't try anything. There were 8 of us, but we were a bit crammed. But overall, it was a good experience and would come back to catch a game. I'd avoid if it were a big game like the Superbowl or some championship game.

I was very disappointed by the food at this restaurant. The fish and chips were absolutely the worst fish and chips I've ever had. The batter on the outside was soaked in oil and soggy rather than having the nice crunch texture you'd expect. The fish on the inside was flavorless and I couldn't even eat one of the pieces. The fries were also very underwhelming and bland. The tacos weren't good either as they were not flavorful and soggy as well. The only highlight was their chicken wings, which were slightly better than average and their cocktail el Rico, which was tasty and helped get down the awful food. I did enjoy eating outside and having a private little tv to watch sports so I'd recommend coming here for drinks and watching a game, but definitely not for the food.

My boyfriend and I stumbled into this bar after having dinner at Little Frankies across the street. We are both from a small town in the Midwest and the waiters/bartenders at The Grafton made us feel like at home! They were so kind, helpful, and fun. The green shots are amazing and so are their appetizers. Great bar to have a drink after dinner, watch a game, or do Sunday funday at.

Solid spot to watch some sports games. Service was very good. I had the chicken sandwich which I didn't really love but if youre just going for some beers and sports good place to post up

Great vibe inside! Decent selection of draft beers and wines. Maybe other stuff too but that's the part of the menu my friend and I focused on. We sat at the bar and the bartenders accommodated our ncaa football selection for the Pitt vs Michigan St game. Each tv had a different game on so definitely come on game nights. Overall enjoyed it here!

Cute, fun, clean, little spot in the E Village. The bathrooms were super clean which I find comforting, because if a bathroom is dirty, God knows what the kitchen looks like. A group of guys were at the bar and they looked like they were having the time of their lives! Their positive energy kind of set the fun, upbeat tone for the afternoon. Burgers and fries were good, as was the beer. I'm not coming here on a diet. I believe they have outdoor space but it was too cold when we were here for al fresco. I would DEFINITELY return here and eat outside. Prices are commensurate for the locale and product.

I have a removable skin graft. It's pretty awesome. I'm OK looking without it, but you would not want to see me with my Graft-on. Total. Freaking. Nightmare. People. This place used to be called Lunasa, so let's do some Lunasa jokes. If you are on a space shuttle and need the toilet, then you probably should use the "Loo NASA." Whereas at this bakery, you should take your Key Lime Pie to the toilet with you. It really is that good. In fact, it's one of the best Key Lime Pies I've ever eaten in my life. My experience of this place has been pretty good each time I've been to watch soccer here. Food was okay. Average. 3 or 4 stars at most. But the service was always good, the drinks aren't too overpriced, and the football is phenomenal. I love the crowds and all the people from around the world and how intense the atmosphere gets. So for this reason, I have to give it a 5. My best experience here was for Liverpool v Manchester City with a girl I adore (but sadly she is married to my brother, grr), plus my brother, plus another girl I adore. It was a really great time. It was the first time I ever met my brother's wife actually, although they weren't married at the time. Needless to say we had an amazing time. Coutinho's late strike won it for Liverpool and it was one of the best memories I have of watching football, ever. We really thought we were going to win the league. We did not. But it's not the fault of this place. 5 stars. My first review in awhile. Only a few days but it seems like forever. And if I seem particularly happy today it's because I was just with a girl and I'm basking in the warmth of the Graft-erglow.

I like the staff here a lot! Very friendly and fun! The beer selection is excellent and I enjoyed the party vibe that the other patrons bring. It's an Irish pub, but the food is mixed. My friend had a quesadilla- good, filling, and cheesy, and I had the burger. The patty itself was not good. It was one of those factory patty's that was overcooked. But the fries were absolutely delicious. Will definitely return when the mood calls for it!

Pub right? Came to this spot for girl chat and beer garden. To my surprise, it was about 5pm, a decent crowd on a Monday, one bartender and she held it down(meaning she carried the weight of the crowd). Happy hour! I get so excited when I can partake in HH festivities. $5 dollars beers/wine/ well drinks and $2 off appetizers. My cousin and I pigged on on our pub date. We ordered 2 blue moons, wings, fries and fish tacos. Grabbed our drinks from the bar and headed out to the small beer garden. There was not a soul outside, but my cousin and I felt we needed to soak in as much vitamin D as we could on this day. While catching up we took photos and enjoyed our drinks until the food arrived and then, silence happened. The bartender checked on us even though we were the only ones outside and the food was good. Happy girls during happy hours! Thanks

Do you like lots of big-ass tv's in a bar? Like A LOT...in the east village. Do you like $5 vodka sodas for HH? Do you like watching soccer matches...err, "football" while drinking? Do you like a nice & clean bar...in the east village? Do you like to pregame like you were 21 and back in college? I kinda like these things, maybe you love 'em. I ain't judgin ya.

Note: The ONLY reason I gave this place 4 stars (instead of 5) is because I missed the kitchen by 3 minutes, to put in another order of fish tacos. Yea...they're that good. Let's get right to it, yea? My current nighttime co-workers and I came in here after our bid, for a quick drink and snack... I'm still here (at the time of typing this message). What did I order, you ask? Ohhhhh the house Merlot, which was on Happy Hour for an enthusiastic $5 *smiles*. It made the start of my night. I proceeded to order the FISH TACOS and FRIES, while contemplating if I should tack on the guac & chips or the Arnie's nachos, which also looked quite delectable, by description. After deep consideration, I figured I'd wait until I finished the tacos before I order anymore. Well...I should have made two orders of said fish tacos. They. We're. AMAZING! Anyone who has read recent reviews of mine know that I love bursting, yet balanced, flavor. This had it. I devoured the two tacos, finished my wine and headed to the bar to order more...at 11:03pm. Just missed it; hence, the 4 stars. It's nothing personal. I just personally wanted more fish tacos. I'll live. But you should stop by and give them a try.

It's a cool place but on my first visit I ordered fries and in my fries there was a hot metal screw. Not saying it happens often but that's not okay. Especially if someone is drinking or not paying attention, they could've just grabbed a bunch of fries put them in their mouth or something and could've easily choked.

If you're a Brit like me and you love a good fry up then The Grafton can deliver. Ok so it's called "a full Irish" but let's not be picky. Good sausages and good bacon, which is hard to find in NYC I've found. They also do fab buffalo chicken wings with a blue cheese dip and if you have a boyfriend that loves the footie or rugby and wants to drag you somewhere on the weekend to watch the game then this pub is like a home away from home. Plus Gary behind the bar is a top guy good beer, good sports and good comfort food.

Cute little East Village watering hole with a small beer garden in back and a very friendly bar staff. They have beer flights as well as eight or 10 interesting offerings on tap. It's a good place to stop in if you are waiting for your reservation at some of the nearby restaurants.

If I could give zero stars, I would. My friend and I came in to see a game and sat in the back. My friend asked the waitress for recommendations for food, the waitress said "Be ready with your order when I come back", and left! Just left the table! When the TVs were stuck in the middle of the game (literally) and the guys next to us asked what's going on and she waved them off and said it's being handled. Again, said it and left. Now, I know the place is packed but there is absolutely no reason to be rude AF. Never coming back here again.

I liked the bar's beer garden in the back. There were several long tables, so they could certainly fit at least thirty people back there. Unfortunately, the garden area closed up at 11 pm. The draft selection had mostly macro options with a couple craft taps available. There weren't any seasonal craft options.

Needed somewhere to watch the OSU/Michigan game the other day in the EV and the Grafton popped up. Sat at the bar, cool spot. Food was pretty damn good for pub food, but what really won me over were the bartender David, and the regulars who frequent this establishment. Everyone was super passionate and knowledgeable about football and it provided the perfect atmosphere to watch the Buckeyes stomp Michigan, again! I had such a good time that I came back the very next day for the Ravens/Niners game, and once again, it didnt disappoint! Service and atmosphere were top notch and I'll definitely be stopping by again when I'm back in town for business.

Man, the table czar at this place needs to chill the F out. Grabbed a table while my friends were waiting at the bar, and this lady comes over and says I can't sit there because it's meant for 6 people (it wasn't). I tell her we're 3, and then she says fine. Then she goes up to a couple sitting at a 4-top, and she moves them to the back. Someone else comes in and grabs that table. Then she comes back and yells at us for ordering at the bar since there's table service. I guess she's just trying to earn her wages. Anyway, good whiskey selection. Buffalo wings and nachos are both solid. Lots of TVs to watch the ol' sporting games.

I'll be honest--I like the Grafton. I 4.25 stars like Grafton, maybe even 4.5. But I'm giving it a 5 for one simple reason--well, maybe 6 or 7 reasons--the group of Tottenham Hotspur fans in the back of the bar, comporting themselves with the utmost class and dignity. That's right, unlike its sister bar in Chelsea, Smithfield (a dear, dear bar for futbol fans), Grafton is smaller but attracts a disproportionate number of Spurs fans. Even during games against POOL, mind you, and this at a Liverpool FC BAR! Apart from that, everything about Grafton recommends itself. A nice balance of regular beers and rotational pours/bottles from the likes of Ommegang and Rogue. Lovely pub fare punctuated at brunch-time by the deliciously decadent breakfast burger (topped with applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar, and a fried egg over easy on a toasted brioche with fries & trimmings). Friendly bartenders and wait staff who are game and generous even with hard-drinking non-regulars (we got a comp round of the goof stuff). Use but don't abuse the Grafton folks. It's so accessible right now. Let's patronize but keep it that way.

There are so many bars in the east village, but I found my new favorite spot, at The Grafton. I felt immediately welcome and was greeted by the bartender, John. He was so attentive and friendly; I was having a hard time deciding on my order and he was super helpful and made great suggestions- he drinks he made were top notch. (Not to mention he is quite a catch himself) I'll definitely be coming back here.

Great sports bar, but every time there is a game on and you want to go to a sports bar, it's impossibly crowded.

Stopped into this place while trying to kill some time before catching a show nearby. It's located right on 1st Ave in an area where they have other bars and restaurants. We sat ourselves on the opposite side of the bar where they have a line of stool style seating. They have tables in the front and back areas for groups and reservations which were all occupied. The cocktail waitress walked past us at least 3 or 4 times without greeting us and offering any type of assistance. I ended up going to the bar on my own and placing an order for drinks and food with the bartender and told him where we would be sitting. The bartender was super friendly and the drinks we ordered were good. The food came out about 15 minutes later and this is the sad part of my review I'm afraid. My burger which I ordered Medium came back extremely Well-Done. The cheese did not look appetizing and the toppings (onions, lettuce, tomato) were nothing special as add ons. No amount of ketchup or additional sauces could have helped this burger. It tasted like a burnt patty straight off of a grill when you're at a BBQ. The meat they use is from Pat LaFreida so this was disappointing that they 1. overcooked it and 2. added no seasoning whatsoever. The burger came with a side of fries which were pretty good but kind of cold upon arrival. This is a small pub with a fair share of TVs. I would recommend it if you're looking for a place with one other person to have a beer and watch a game but not for the burgers.

Reasonable prices, good service, tasty food (fish tacos, not fried, 9) made me happy to visit, and remember it for another visit. Also: this is a relatively spacious place with a lot of screens, so I'd pitch it for game-watching.

The Grafton does it right over and over again. The ambiance is certainly nice. After browsing through the reviews I have ordered Fish and Chips and it was simply fantastic. The crew was incredible, literally everyone. How could you not love The Grafton?

Good spot. Good wings. Friendly staff. They also have Bavarian pretzels which are pretty great. They come with spicy mustard to dip. Perfect with your favorite beer!!

Friday night, looking for a bar to watch the NBA Finals. Unlike some other spots in the area, this place still had seating and plenty of TVs playing the game. Got a small table towards the back since there was a strong crowd near the bar. Waitress came by surprisingly often considering the amount of people, and was honest in saying the food will take a while to come out. Settled on sharing the Arnie's Nachos ($10) and Chicken Wings ($9). Value-wise, this place is spot on - both are quality sized dishes. Nachos are warm, and layered with guacamole, sour cream, salsa and chili. Wings are large with a bit of a tang, though extremely salty (better dunked into the ranch sauce). Beers are your normal selection; got a few Bronx Pale Ales ($7) while watching the game. For your basic pub that isn't too crowded, a solid establishment to watch sports.

Shane and Nicole were working when I came in. Good friendly service. My Guinness was the perfect temperature. Cool taps too.

Came here for a birthday party for two people-- neither of whom showed up. That was too bad because it was a pleasant spot with good service and lots of TV screens. We didn't have any main dishes, so I can only say that the wings and nachos were adequate. On a Thursday night we had reservations, but didn't need them.

Found this gem on the first night of a 4 night trip to Manhattan. We returned every day since. Our barman, Shane, was such a pleasure to chat with. So friendly and hospitable!!! We felt so welcomed and comfortable. If we lived in the east village this would be our local, for sure. The pub is clean and just modern enough, but with some traditional charm. Fish tacos are awesome!!! Although this was the only food we had, we saw other patrons' plates and everything looks amazing and the plating is very cool. Thanks so much to Shane for the laughs and hospitality. You made our vacay even more memorable!!! Stacy and Jay from Hamilton, Ontario

Came in to watch the Steelers get their butts handed to them in the playoffs. From the outside you wouldn't know this was a sports bar, it's easy to pass by and not notice it at all. It's painted white, with big windows, and almost looks like a cozy, farm to table joint. The type of place that sells local jams and lets you know the name of the cow you're eating. Inside it's a standard sports bar with sports bar food. Plenty of TV's to see the game wherever you're sitting. The bus boys can be somewhat aggressive when bringing your food out, I don't care how busy you are, a plate of food never has to be passed over my head in order to be placed in front of me. Unless you feel like footing the bill for the cleaners should you spill it all over me, but either way it's not something you should do. The food itself is standard bar fare. I'm not a fan of Buffalo sauce but their wings were nice and tender. Burger with caramelized onions, bacon, and swiss was fine. Not the most exciting beef but you won't leave hungry. They have a garden in the back with more seating but no TV's. Every door in the place requires a hefty push or pull that makes you feel like you're going to tear the building down by its foundations.

This is a great place to grab a beer, order some food, and hang out. Nice staff, but the wait can be a little long. I don't mind since it's a nice place to hang. Nice outdoor area too.

The wings are bomb! Don't remember much else because I was tipsy from brunch. But those wings *chefs kiss*