Finnegan's Bar & Grill

Stopped in for something cool to drink and a place to sit for a min. There was no room at the inn.No where to sit... so we copped a squat in the waiting area. We got a couple of sodas and relaxed as best as we could for a few.The bartender was pleasant and even though we had to split up the soda and getting off our feet did the trick!

We were hungry after riding Transformers. Our waiter was cool and accommodating. We ordered the Potato and Onion Webb as a starter and it was pretty good. Then we got the Fish & Chips and the Bangers & Mash. The fish was juicy and flavorful with yummy, salted fries. My sis enjoyed the bangers & mash, but she felt the sausage could've been cooked more. Other than that, it was a pretty good experience.

Adulthood at theme park, often find myself looking for full bar spot in the afternoon (ha!)Wow this place is a gem, extensive alcoholic option for a theme park restaurant. Live music!! Spacious seating and standing spots.Would love to try the food next time.

Finnegan's Bar and Grill is located inside Universal Studios in the New York section. It's located directly across an alley from where The Blues Brothers act is performed. Finnegan's is a large restaurant with indoor seating only. It takes walk ins and reservations, is table service and has a full bar. I had lunch there last week and ordered one of the house specialties which is beef stew for $22. The meal arrived less than 15 minutes later. When it arrived the waitress asked if I would like any soda bread which I accepted. It is complimentary so be sure to ask for it.The stew had plenty of stew meat in it but not many vegetables. It also had a large dollop of mashed potatoes in the center. The gravy was dark brown and the meal tasted very good. However, it was a smallish serving so the soda bread helped fill me up. This stew serving should be larger...theme park dining! I like the interior decor of Finnegan's and the food tasted very good. Try to get a window near the Blues Brothers stage and you might be able to watch the show through a window while dining. The meal was a 3.5 but I'll round up to a 4 for Yelp purposes.

The best theme park food that doesn't feel a theme park food. We have been several times, and every time has been extremely pleasant. The staff is fun, friendly and fast. The atmosphere is relaxing while being engaging. The menu is extensive with options for every taste. Our favorites are: the potato and onion webb, reilly's chicken wings, shepherd's pies, and fish and chips.

Every time I go to universal I have to eat here! I have been obsessed with their potato leek soup since I was a little kid and it's so nostalgic to always have some here consistently good and familiar to eat so many years later! I also had the spicy chicken tenders which were delicious but you can't go wrong with a burger either! It's such a fun and cozy experience and everyone who works here is always so friendly!

Loved eating here! It has the classic Irish pub feel with the music to top it off. The menu is Irish classics and absolutely delicious. We got there as soon as it opened so seated quickly, food came at a wonderful time, and the service was quick and friendly. It filled up quick so I could see this being very busy. The plates are pretty good sizes too. The potatoes and onions appetizer we got was a bit too much for being a starter before the entree but I can see if being worthwhile for those dropping in for just a quick bite and not full plates! They've got a wide array at the bar but also some Irish style cocktails to order. The food was cooked perfectly. My dish, the shrimp boxty is now a favorite of mine that I need to have again!

Finnegan's is located inside Universal Studios directly across from the Mummy Ride. It is one of our favorite places and somewhere we will visit each time we are there. This is one of the only restaurants in Universal that serves a multiple role. They have a bar which you can go and grab a drink to go, sometimes you are also able to sit at the bar and then they have an actual sit-down restaurant as well. We have been here numerous times mostly at the bar as well as a handful of times in the actual restaurant. To talk about the bar. This is a full-service bar, it's pretty long and has lots of space. The bartenders here are absolutely fantastic, with most of them having worked here for numerous years. It has a very nice variety of beers on tap as well as a fully stock liquor bar. My favorite drink to get here is an espresso martini. We usually get it go, which would be served in a plastic Universal cup, but what is great with this drink in particular, is that they serve it with a sugar stick. It is a very good drink for a theme park bar. My husband usually orders a Blue Moon beer with a Jameson orange shot to add to the beer. It brings out the orange flavor in the beer. We have also had lunch in the restaurant a few times. Their food is very Irish including fish and chips, shepherd's pie, and more. They also have more Americanized food such as chicken, burgers and buffalo chicken strips. The service is always fantastic and it's a nice break from the park. You usually do not need a reservation although on busy days, it might be required or a very long wait. They also have a live musician at times which also adds to the ambiance of this location. Overall, we really enjoy this place both for sitting down and having lunch/dinner and also just coming in to grab a drink to go. It has become one of our staples at Universal and a place we would continue to return to time after time. I would highly recommend anyone checking it out especially for a cocktail.

After all these years I've never been to Finnegan's. Atmosphere is set up to be like a "pub". At least a cartoon version of one. Exactly what you'd expect at a theme park. Service was prompt and the food and drinks came out quickly.Started with a half and half Guinness and Harp. Always a good choice! I went with the Guinness Beef Stew. It came with a side with 2 soda breads and spreads. At first look, it seems a bit small. And yeah, if I was famished and was only eating this, definitely get an app as well. But for lunch, this was the perfect size. The beef was fall apart tender without being mushy. Gravy was thick and a bit sweet. I could have used a bit more potatoes but the soda bread helped sop up the gravy just fine. Definitely left sated without being stuffed which is a very good thing at a theme park!Definitely recommend the place. I saw another table get wings, burger, and rueben. I'll tell you what, that rueben looked amazing (as did the others).

I can never leave Universal without visiting here. I'm a sucker for Shepherd's pie and they have a good one. Super filling after a day of day drinking and hits the spot to make you feel warm and cozy. The service is always great and meals come out quickly. I love the free bread and apple butter - it's a comfort food from up north and always heals a tired soul. The drinks are great, the live music is a great touch, and it's a nice stop inside when the weather is extra steamy.