McSorley’s Old Ale House • 1854

McSorley's Old Ale House is New York City's oldest continuously operated Irish saloon, established in 1854 by Irish immigrant John McSorley. Known for serving only two types of ale (light and dark), its sawdust floors, walls covered with historic memorabilia including Houdini's handcuffs and WWI wishbones, and its famous 1970 Supreme Court case that ended its men-only policy. Visit mcsorleysoldalehouse.nyc to learn more about this historic landmark.