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The Dawson
Irish Bar & Restaurant in Midtown Manhattan

23 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036 | 646-370-4663

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Welcome to The Dawson NYC, a family-owned Irish bar and restaurant in Midtown Manhattan near Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Radio City Music Hall, and 5th Avenue. Join us for brunch, lunch, dinner, happy hour, cocktails, sports, and private events in a stylish bi-level space designed for both casual nights out and group gatherings in the heart of New York City.

Known for modern pub fare, a lively bar scene, and flexible private event space, The Dawson is a go-to destination for locals, office crowds, pre-theater dining, and visitors exploring Midtown Manhattan.

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Monday to Friday 11:30 am till 1 am
Saturday 11 am till 1 am
Sunday 11 am till 12 am

Happy Hour
Monday to Saturday
2 pm - 7 pm

Bottomless Brunch
Saturday & Sunday
11 am - 3 pm

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Private Events

At The Dawson Restaurant & Bar NYC, we offer various banquet menus custom-made for your next event, featuring private dining rooms to entertain your guests. Hosting private parties in NYC has never been easier. Our venue has ample space to accommodate parties of all sizes with a dedicated waitstaff by your side. For party inquiries, please fill out the form or call us at 646-370-4663. We look forward to hosting your next event.

Party inquiries are for 8 guests or more.

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"Excellent"

Excellent new kitchen & bar just off 5th avenue. Very clean. Very friendly staff. We had the buffalo chicken spring rolls and a couple of espresso martinis. Soo good !

- Conal D.

"Amazing"

Absolutely amazing bar. Beautiful friendly staff. We booked a table before our Broadway show and came back for after drinks to the Dawson. Great bar!

- Pamela W.

"Fantastic!"

We ordered the Dublin sliders and fries - delicious. Fun atmosphere, great time, and it doesn’t feel touristy. Highly recommend.

- Molly A.

Contact

Address
23 W 45th St, New York, NY 10036

Phone
646-370-4663

Email
events@thedawsonnyc.com