The Ear Inn is old. And cranky. The Ear Inn is your old, cranky grandpa who smells like tobacco. Or maybe it’s your grandma, she smoked too, right? Didn’t everyone back then?

Back then being the late 1700’s, when the historic James Brown house was built. That’s the house the Ear Inn is currently located (they took over in the 1970’s).

They serve stiff drinks and Irish inspired fare (ever meal comes with a pointless side salad, whether you want one or not) and they have live music on certain nights.

They have a no cell phone policy, but they really mean no talking on the phone. Then again, since everyone texts these days, only your mom still actually talks on the phone. Maybe don’t bring her here. Or teach her how to text. Actually, that sounds too exhausting. Just don’t bring mom here.

The corned beef hash was tasty but the Irish Stew was really delicious! The meat was tender and well seasoned and I loved the gravy.

The bartender seemed cranky but it seemed befitting of the historic place. I wouldn’t want it any other way.

326 Spring St
New York, NY 10013
b/t Washington St & Greenwich St
South Village
(212) 226-9060
earinn.com

Irish Stew

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