Overlook
Overlook
Pommes Frites
Large app sampler
One of the best places to watch a game an hang out on a Sunday
The bar with 3 great tvs
Merman IPA.
Chicken Taco and Shrimp
Beef Taco
Fried Ice Cream and Pinot
Nachos
food, burritos and wraps
interior
food, burger, burgers
interior
Mozzarella sticks
bbq ribs, ribs, food
Tennessee Mule
ramen and noodles, interior
1st level bar
Spinach - Artichoke Dip
Rooftop graffiti
food, nachos
Pesto Burger
Upper level
Lauren M.
Nov 18, 2024
Let me tell you something right now. This spot? This spot right here? It's GREAT. I'm talking about the vibes being immaculate--super chill. Now, listen, I got a friend who lives right across the street, so you already know it's convenient. Game days? We're all set. When the crew wants to link up, this place makes it EASY. But let me break it down for you.First time I came here? My parents were in town. We're trying to watch the Michigan football game--but not at a Michigan bar. Why? Because those bars? MADNESS. You can't even hear yourself think, let alone have a moment with your family. So we needed a chill spot, somewhere my friends could roll through, grab a drink, meet my parents, and just vibe. And this place? Was IT.It was a noon game, so they had just opened when we got there. We grabbed a booth and an extra table in the back. And let me tell you--those booths? SICK. Each one has its own TV. I'm talking about the pinnacle of convenience here. There's an upstairs too, but I haven't explored that yet, so no comment there. One thing though--ladies, watch out for that slippery bathroom floor. That's all I'm saying.Now, let's talk about the dollar beers. Wednesday evenings. ONE DOLLAR BEERS. But here's the catch: there's a $20 card minimum. My friend? He didn't know. Tried to put a couple beers on his card. Rookie move. But shoutout to the bartender--cool as a cucumber--he did a shot with my friend to help him hit the $20. That's what I call hospitality.This place, man. It's got everything you need for a good time without the chaos. Nothing too special, but a good neighborhood option.
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Jim C.
Mar 3, 2024
It was our last afternoon in the City, so the wife and I stopped in here to have a beer or two; I ended up having three. Our bartender, Josh, was friendly and attentive. Good selection of craft brews -- I had a couple of "Merman" IPAs, and a "Hazy Beer Hug." The ambiance is pretty much as you might expect with an Irish pub, and I could see myself becoming a regular here if I lived in town. If we'd had more time, I would've liked to toss a game of darts on their traditional (non-plastic-tipped) board.
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Danny P.
Oct 3, 2023
If you want to check out a cool bar in midtown East then I recommend Overlook. I had a great time going here with my girlfriend and the food was really tasty. We started with the Overlook Nachos which had homemade beef chili, Jack cheese, lettuce, sour cream, and salsa.For the main dishes we both had burgers - Cheeseburger with Swiss Cheese- Pesto Burger with Pomme FritesThey even had some classic cartoon art on the walls and it wasn't too noisy. I recommend this place a lot!!
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Alex M.
Jun 11, 2024
2 Stars.... not for the bar itself, it's what you'd expect from an average NYC bar in terms of selection, cleanliness, etc..... so not knocking that.The 2 stars is for the A-Hole bartender who really should find another job if he hates his so much. I walked in there around 5/5:30pm, no crowd yet. I'm literally 1 of 2 people patronizing the bar. Bartender is chatting with the only other patron, he sees me as I'm sitting down and the LOOK I got was like "oh great, now I gotta serve this guy!" I get my beer with a snarky attitude for some reason, and then I asked for a High Noon..... I ask what flavors are available and he says "I don't know its all random.....", like he couldn't even give me an option for a flavor? He couldn't look in the fridge and tell me? OK, whatever, I took what he gave me and STILL said nothing.I forgot my credit card there (actually for some reason he didn't give it back when he gave nme the bill, but OK, as much my fault as it is his), so I went back about 30 minutes later to get it. I walk in, he recognizes me, gets the card, and THROWS IT AT ME. Says nothing. Seriously, you can't make up someone as unpleasant as this guy. I don't write reviews..... Not for great service, not for poor service, but in this instance, I have to. In hopes the owner might see it. Your big bald bartender is a straightup D-bag who treats customers like they're a problem. I don't need my bartenders to act like my best friend, but when I feel like a BURDEN, I promise I won't EVER come back to your establishment, especially when theres a million other bars around.Hoping the owner sees this and talks to that Bartender (tallish bald guy) to be better with how he treats customers. We all have bad days..... don't take it out on me when all I want is a drink.EDIT: Now that I've read a few other reviews, it seems I'm not the only one who's encountered this bartender (at least I assume it's the same guy... dear lord I hope they don't have MULTIPLE that are this bad). So don't take my word for it, check out some other unhappy people who apparently found themselves in the exact same situation I did! Almost nobody else to serve and yet hated that I was there. Don't come here.
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Susie R.
Apr 25, 2022
We walked thinking we would be able to see the city from an "overlook". We were told the "overlook" was closed until 5pm.We decided to sit at the bar and have the Pommes Frites and a beer. The beer was cold and our bartender was a delight and friendly. My daughter and he conversed sports and the recent trade of "our" Freddie Freeman to the Dodgers.Before we left, he allowed us to go up to the "overlook" which is not an overlook but an outside patio with no view. Haha- the joke was on us, but the name did get us to walk 3 miles to visit.We enjoyed ourselves despite the disappointment of a view.
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Josh F.
Mar 29, 2024
Get to the bar and bouncer immediately stands inches from us and barks "ID" at us. OK ... that's the greeting I suppose. Put a few songs on the jukebox ... of a heavy variety ... and the volume is promptly turned down. Alrighty then. NCAA games were on, fair enough, and were told that the NY Rangers came could go on after one of them finished ... game finishes and the TV still doesn't get switched. Start to finish ... quite unenjoyable.
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Randy L.
Jan 31, 2025
Solid sports bar focusing on the Chicago Bears and Fighting Illini. Serving some of Chicago's favorites; Chicago loaded dogs and Italian beef. Solid service and selection of beers too.
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Audre A.
Nov 9, 2024
Don't know what has happened to this local pub. Enjoyed going here for years. Guess aged out. There was a couple at the bar who should have gotten a room at EVEN Hotel.
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Michele B.
Oct 27, 2024
Was a bit worried after reading the reviews but was actually great. I was in town for the weekend and wanted to watch the Jet game. Walked in and didn't know it was a Bears bar. After some much deserved ribbing I sat at a booth and watched the game. Had a great burger and drink. No attitude. No problem. Wonderful service. Everyone was lovely even with my Jets hat on. Will certainly come back when I'm in town again.
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Oss I.
Jul 11, 2024
Completely agree with Alex below: "The 2 stars is for the A-Hole bartender who really should find another job if he hates his so much. I walked in there around 5/5:30pm, no crowd yet. I'm literally 1 of 2 people patronizing the bar. Bartender is chatting with the only other patron, he sees me as I'm sitting down and the LOOK I got was like "oh great, now I gotta serve this guy!" I get my beer with a snarky attitude for some reason, and then I asked for a High Noon..... I ask what flavors are available and he says "I don't know its all random.....", like he couldn't even give me an option for a flavor? He couldn't look in the fridge and tell me? OK, whatever, I took what he gave me and STILL said nothing."This happened to me several times during lunchtime (very quiet) over the course of a year and had the same experience. I stopped going months ago. There are too many other restaurant/bars nearby with friendly bartenders. I have no idea what their business strategy is with hiring unfriendly bartenders (but who are magically friendly to their friends who hang out there).
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