Posted this on twitter a little bit ago, but I’m very satisfied with how Wheeltapper handled a situation involving racism and prejudice on behalf of a patron at the bar. I was at the bar and overheard another patron spewing hatred toward the black community and making racist, prejudiced remarks about blacks and NFL players. When I confronted the man about his remarks, he raised his voice at me and continued to stand his ground in the awful things he said. I talked to my server and a manager and was assured that they don’t tolerate that type of behavior. The manager cleared my tab, and I assume told the man he had to leave. Thank you to my server and the manager who helped, and I’m so glad that Wheeltapper cares for the well-being of all their customers, regardless of the tab!
Warm and friendliest staff, the food is excellent. The pretzels balls and Turkey Club sooooo good. Went there for early dinner before Big East Concert went back following day for brunch. Staff remembered us, thats a good thing right! LOL We have found our place when near Grand Central. Attached to the Fitzpatrick hotel, very convient.
An old school pub styled with dark wood panelled interiors, the wheeltapper is charmingly modelled on the interior of old railway carriages. It serves as a kind of living museum for the old railway, with lots of old and interesting memorabilia. The menu includes some traditional pub fare. I enjoyed a decent portion of fish and chips!
This is a place that should NOT be missed! This small train themed Irish pub is quaint and lovely. Kris is one of the best bartenders to have served me drinks. His kindness is beyond measure and his professionalism and level of hospitality is beyond measure! I cannot wait until my next visit to NYC so I can enjoy the atmosphere here once again!
So I was in town at the end of May visiting family and at the time Wheeltapper wasn’t listed separately on Google Maps but instead was part of the Fitzpatrick’s page.
If it’s available the patio is where you want to be. After spending hours in the organized chaos of Summit One the chill ambiance was a great way to decompress. The indoor seating area appeared to be closed for some reason.
Everyone seemed to enjoy their dishes, no complaints. The fish and chips was stellar,
one of the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly friend, not too greasy like most people do. The only thing that threw us off was the bill being combined automatically for a table with three separate groups. A minor annoyance, no biggie
Stopped in to get out of the wind. Quaint little Irish Pub with lots of wood, and rustic appeal. I had the calamari which was good, with a pint of Guinness. Service was quick, and to the point. We enjoyed ourselves.
While the bar was busy, it wasn’t overly loud - and there was some booths you could sit at to have a more private conversation.
Food & drinks were great too! The bathrooms were also surprisingly large & clean.
A great English/ Irish pub.
Definitely an after work drinks kind of location and crowd. During work hours, the bar looks so empty/ so quiet. But the moment happy hours strikes 🍻🍻 so come early to get a table. It can get cramped so be wary.
I think they have a happy hour but I don't remember. Beers were reasonably priced.
The place is pretty big if you walk all the way into the back.
Pretty is pretty interesting. They basically repurposed all old instruments, tools devices etc. and mounted them. Like this way of preserving history, gives you something to look at and learn and reduces or land fills!
Classic Irish pub. Beautiful dark wood trimmed interior, subtle lighting. Small bar in front, larger bar area with high tables in back. Nice, private booth seating in front and middle of restaurant. Good menu, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, entrées. Good drink selection, cocktails, mixed drinks, whiskeys, bears bottled and draft options. Very convenient location for Grand Central Terminal (GCT).
Depending on the section, it can be very loud, making it difficult to have a conversation. But there are quieter tables and booths available. Service is top notch.
Much better than I expected. We went on a quiet Saturday lunch. We had the steamed dumplings, chicken club and potatoe skins. All good. Was expecting mediocre pub food, but was happy it was much better. And the club was a real club, with 3 slices of bread (not a chicken sandwich with bacon!)
Nice pub-like atmosphere and decor. Very tasty beers on tap. Fast and friendly service.
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