The Shannon Pot

The Shannon Pot: The Pub That Wouldn’t Quit. Located at 10-50 44th Dr, Long Island City, NY 11101, The Shannon Pot is more than just a bar—it is a legendary survivor of Long Island City’s rapid transformation. Known as "the pub that wouldn’t die," this authentic Irish dive has successfully relocated three times to escape the wrecking ball, finally settling into its "permanent" home on 44th Drive in 2019. What makes The Shannon Pot a neighborhood legend? A Storied History: Originally located near the iconic 5Pointz graffiti mecca, the pub has been a community staple since 1999. When you walk in, you aren't just entering a new space; the owners brought the original bar, stools, and decor from its previous locations to preserve its gritty, old-school soul. Authentic Irish Comfort: This is

We came all the way from Minnesota and ended up at The Shannon Pot, and we couldn’t be happier that we did. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome—friendly, warm, and happy to have us there. A special shoutout to the bartender, Asad, who truly went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. His service was outstanding and made the night even better. Great atmosphere, great people, and an unforgettable stop on our New York trip. We can’t recommend this place enough and would absolutely come back again!

I was interning for an organization in the neighborhood in 2023. I still remember my experience. I asked the bartender if I could hang a poster up on the wall. It was one sided and sticky on the side that had the information. He told me to hang it on a wooden board outside, which obviously wouldn’t stick as the poster needed to be on glass. He was standoffish. It was only 12pm or so, and it wasn’t busy inside. I assume he saw me struggling, and came outside and yelled at me, asking me if I was stupid when there was quite literally nothing I can do to put the poster up. I wouldn’t support businesses that call young women stupid to their face in front of their customers and embarrass them. I am not sure if the bartender still works there or not, but he surely doesn’t deserve to if that’s how

I’m conflicted because there are no prices listed and I should have asked but getting a bill for two Guinness’s at $13 a pop is absolutely criminal, easily the most expensive pint I’ve had anywhere in NYC and it’s some random bar. Friendly bartenders, fun place, but this felt like a scam.

Bartenders were friendly but $12 for a Guinness should be illegal. Especially when the prices for beer aren’t listed anywhere. Having one of the highest prices for a Guinness I’ve ever seen at an Irish pub with divey vibes in Queens is so wrong. The wings were very good. Mozzarella sticks were pretty good. The “quesadilla” was chicken cutlets cut up with half-melted American cheese pressed between tortillas. Also the prices we were charged for didn’t match the prices that were listed (I was overcharged by FIVE dollars for a crappy pretzel. Also- the menu noted pretzelS and I was given one.) So be sure to ask for an itemized receipt before you pay if you order food.