The Dead Poet

The Dead Poet opened its door in September 2000, designed to celebrate the lives and spirits of famous writers and poets, combining the owner Drew Dvorkin's passions of literature and Irish Pubs. The mahogony-panelled walls are adorned with black and white portraits musing quotations and poetic passages pertaining to the universal quandries of life.

Upbeat and amiable, The Dead Poet is frequented by an eclectic group of patrons., including college strudents, Upper West Side locals, musicians, and professionals.

The bar offers an extensive Irish Whiskey menu, their signature pints of Guinness with a shamrock, and premium draft beer.  While their welcoming , proficient staff, fills your glass, browse through their library of classic works of literature for your enjoyment.

They offer all day Happy Hour on Saturday's & Sunday's, and  their famous Thank Goodness for Guinness Friday's, $5 Guinness Pints from 8pm to close.

Yelp users give The Dead Poet an overall rating of 4 based on 163 total reviews.

shray k. says "This place is a bit out of the way if you tend to roam downtown, but it's quite nice if you're willing to make the trip. They have Delirium Tremens on......read more


Alyssa R. says "I spent the first 2 years after I moved to NYC frequenting this place on an almost weekly basis. It was perfect- diverse beers on tap, super friendly and......read more


Evelyn S. says "Came here very briefly but I dug the vibe and hole in the wall quality. Unfortunately, we left before I got a drink but I'm curious enough to go back....read more

  Citysearch users give The Dead Poet an overall rating of 8 out of 10 based on 16 total reviews.

  Great Bartenders and Guinness ( - pepelapeu rates it 10 out of 10) - The bartenders (especially during the afternoon) are some of the best around town. And if you are a fan of Guinness then this is the best pint you'll find in NYC. It's true that it's a skinny bar but that lends character to the place. … ...read more

  ANother good NY bar ( - Elizabeth L rates it 6 out of 10) - This has got to be one of the smallest bars in the city! It is a true, slim rectangle! But they have some great beers on tap and some great music. Nice atmostphere, great place to hang with friends and get started on a night out in NYC. ...read more

  Great Local Joint ( - Anonymous rates it 8 out of 10) - My girlfriend and I wandered in one night after we moved into the neighborhood and now go back at least a few times a week. The atmoshphere is warm and inviting. It's never too rowdy but always lively. The pool tables offer an… ...read more