The New York Restaurant With Irish Roots That Date Back To The 1920s

Kitty Hoynes in Syracuse’s Armory Square offers an authentic Irish pub experience with great food, drinks, and live music.

The Irish culture of fun and merriment is summed up in one word: craic. The slang term refers to joyful banter and carefree conversation. One spot where you can find plenty of craic is one of the many Irish pubs in New York. One of our very favorites is Kitty Hoynes in Syracuse's Armory Square. New York has a particularly large population of Irish Americans. Even if you aren't of Irish heritage, a visit to this place will have you sipping a Guinness and dancing a jig

Kitty Hoynes was opened up in 1999 by David Hoynes. However, the restaurant's roots are much older. The pub's namesake is David's Irish-born mother, Catherine "Kitty" Hoynes.

The charming decor reflects the Irish heritage of Kitty Hoynes. You'll see old photos, clay jars, and even road signs that were originally displayed in David's grandfather's old Irish shop.

If there's one thing that Ireland is famous for, it's alcohol, and there's certainly a lot of it at this Irish pub in New York. They've got Guinness and Irish whiskey on tap, of course!

There's also plenty of tasty food. The menu focuses on Irish recipes with a twist, and everything is made with locally-sourced ingredients.

There's such a delightful atmosphere here, and it's made even better on nights when live music is hosted.

With several vegetarian options plus kid's meals, this is a great choice for anyone's next night out. The fun environment and delicious food can't be beat.

For more information about Kitty Hoynes, including a menu, check out their website.

Have you visited this tasty Irish pub in New York? Share your experiences in the comments!

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