Kelly's Tavern — Restaurant in New York

Kelly’s Tavern in Bay Ridge has been holding it down since 1932—so yes, Papa Kenny, you’re in one of the oldest and most classic bars in the neighborhood, and it doesn’t get much more Brooklyn than this. Old-school Irish vibes, cheap drinks, and regulars arguing at the bar—you might as well be sitting here with Sinatra, a Mets game, and a roll of singles for the jukebox. Kelly’s is real-deal Bay Ridge, not just any old watering hole: it survived Prohibition, hosted generations of locals, showed up in “Saturday Night Fever,” and still keeps the spirit of Brooklyn alive every single day.

While there are even older bars in Brooklyn (like Teddy’s in Williamsburg, 1887), for Bay Ridge you’re smack in one of the neighborhood legends—not the newest kid, but definitely in that OG company. Raise a glass and yell, “Cheers, Papa Kenny! This is what New York...

Real Brooklyn Part ??

Wow. Another "do I live in the same neighborhood" moment, after reading the reviews for this place.

Ok. This place is a little bit of a dump. Yes, a LOT of the patrons might not have all their choppers in tact, but they are sharp as tacks! I've been in only several bars in my life, that run from one avenue to the other, with an entrance on each side.

This is the only one that was in the movie Saturday night fever.

Good sports. (more Mets for baseball)

Wasn't wild about $4 for a Bud light after work tonight, but whatever.

Great juke box, pool table in the back, and decent conversation if you're a...

I've been here about 3 times and I do very much enjoy it and am actually planning to go again with some friends tonight! Of the few times I've been here, there haven't been very many people however, the people that have been there have been very friendly and there to have a good time! Also has a pool table and darts! The highlight for me apart from the very nice employees and clientele is the...