McAleer's Pub To Close After 65 Years On Upper West Side

UPPER WEST SIDE, NY — Family-owned Upper West Side nightlife staple McAleer's Pub will close next month after 65 years in business, its owners announced on Facebook last week.

The Irish pub's owners are shutting down the business on May 7 to enjoy retirement, according to a statement posted to the businesses' Facebook page. McAleer's owner, Keith McAleer, described the pub's tenure on the Upper West Side as a "great ride."

"I want to take this time to thank all the current and former staff members over these many years that represented McAleer's Pub so well. It's been a great ride. Thank you all so much," a statement posted to the pub's Facebook page reads.

The owners also thanked all of the guests who stopped by McAleer's Pub in its 65 years of business in their statement.

Patrons of the bar shared their stories of visiting McAleer's and commented that they would be sad to see the beloved local business close.

"Sorry to hear that Keith, but the very best of luck to you. I'm sure the neighborhood will not be the same," one Facebook user commented.

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