Reservations · Takeout
A welcoming Irish-American sports bar with standout hospitality, TVs everywhere, and reliably tasty pub fare at fair Midtown prices—great for games and groups, with one-off service hiccups.
DB Cooper's delivers solid neighborhood pub dining through reliable comfort food execution—crisp fish and chips, quality burgers, and the signature spice bag—paired with warm, attentive service from owner-led staff. Consistent performance across repeat visits and large events supports the grade, though occasional execution lapses and crowding during major games prevent higher standing. A solid choice for game-day hospitality and Irish-American comfort fare in Hell's Kitchen.
The room feels warm and bustling with Irish-American hospitality, plenty of TVs, and staff who remember names. One guest noted it was a "welcoming refuge during a packed game night." However, expect game-day crowds and occasional waits; one group cited spotty service with an auto-gratuity surprise. The cooking leans comfort-forward pub fare with Irish accents: crisp fish and chips, the beloved Hell's Kitchen spice bag, juicy burgers, and lemon pepper wings. The culinary approach is classic and satisfying: familiar flavors done well rather than chef theatrics. Cocktails skew a bit sweet but the bar happily tweaks recipes. Families should find it kid-friendly: sliders, tenders, fries, burgers, and simple pastas abound, plus desserts like Baileys cheesecake and chocolate cake. On big game days it can be standing-room; for younger kids, aim for earlier hours when it is cozier and calmer.
Area: Lively Midtown West corridor serving office workers, theatergoers, and visitors; Irish bar row energy with game-day crowds.
Safety: Well-trafficked, brightly lit avenues; busy but generally safe with constant foot traffic.
Nearby: Near Times Square, Hudson Yards, Port Authority; many pubs, casual eateries, and hotels nearby.
Available: Reservations, Takeout
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