Connolly's
Midtown-Times Square, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
Book with PearlThe Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
Connolly's is a practical Midtown pick when the group needs convenience, flexible timing, and a low-pressure setting more than a chef-led dining experience. Use it for casual celebrations, after-work meet-ups, or business-adjacent plans; cross-shop Hatsuhana, Kuruma Zushi, or Naro when cuisine and occasion polish matter more.
About Connolly's
Connolly's is a New York City venue with a casual dress code and a long daily operating window. Because Pearl has only limited details for this listing, the safest way to evaluate it is practical: consider it when the schedule and location in New York City matter more than a highly specific dining brief.
A practical New York City option, not a destination splurge
The clearest case for Connolly's is convenience. It is open from morning until 2 AM every day, with Sunday starting later than the rest of the week.
For a special occasion, keep expectations grounded and choose based on what is actually known. Connolly's may fit a low-pressure plan where casual dress and broad hours are useful. If the meal itself needs a more defined point of comparison, consider other New York City options such as Hatsuhana, Kuruma Zushi, Katsuhama, Naro, or Golden HOF.
Use it when the plan needs flexibility
The main practical advantage is the long daily schedule: Connolly's is open 8 AM to 2 AM Monday through Saturday and 9 AM to 2 AM on Sunday. That gives it a wide planning window for groups coordinating around different arrival times. Beyond those hours and the casual dress code, Pearl does not have specifics about menu, pricing, seating, takeout, delivery, or dietary accommodations.
Readers building a fuller New York City plan can compare this with the full New York City restaurants guide. Quick reference: choose Connolly's when casual dress and broad hours are the key advantages; choose another venue if you need a confirmed cuisine, menu format, price point, or special-occasion dining identity.
Planning details
- Location
- 14 E 47th St, New York, NY 10017
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- connollyspubandrestaurant.com
- Phone
- +12128673767
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Connolly's reads like a Midtown Irish tavern attuned to contemporary concerns: it pairs classic pub staples with an operational focus on ethical sourcing. The profile emphasizes accountability—traceable proteins, seasonal rotation and waste diversion—so the restaurant feels less like a nostalgic throwback and more like a traditional menu filtered through modern standards. Located on East 47th Street, it sits amid the corporate crowd, which keeps service brisk and the room active. Expect familiar, comfort-driven dishes presented with an attention to provenance that elevates the familiar into something current and considered.
Best For
Connolly's suits workday lunches and post-shift gatherings equally well. The piece explicitly calls out the 'corporate lunch crowd,' making it a reliable spot for business lunches and weekday meetings; the menu of Irish standards also makes it a natural choice for groups and after-work drinks. Its positioning in Midtown and the late-night orientation noted in the brief mean it can flex from midday power meals to evening comfort-food outings. Diners who value traceable sourcing and seasonally adjusted menus will find the place especially fitting.
Ordering Tips
Lean on Connolly's signature Irish dishes—the Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie, Irish Stew and Guinness Beef Stew are core offerings. Because the restaurant foregrounds sustainability and seasonal rotation, ask servers about current sourcing and any limited items that reflect supplier constraints; menus may change to reflect provenance and availability. For groups, order a mix of stews and sharable plates to sample the kitchen's take on traditional fare while confirming which proteins are certified or locally traced.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm traditional Irish atmosphere with lively energy from live music, sports TVs, and bustling pub vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Fish and Chips
- Shepherd's Pie
- Irish Stew
- Guinness Beef Stew
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 14 E 47th St, New York, NY 10017
Planning details
Location
14 E 47th St, New York, NY 10017 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Katsuhama, Notable alternative
- Hatsuhana, Sushi, Sushi
- Kuruma Zushi, Sushi, Sushi
- Naro, Modern Korean, Modern Korean
- Golden HOF, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Connolly's compares in Midtown
Connolly's is the easiest recommendation here for logistics: central Midtown location, broad daily hours, and a low-friction feel. It is a better fit than Hatsuhana or Kuruma Zushi when the group is casual, mixed in appetite, or arriving at different times. If the meal needs sushi as the point, those two are stronger choices because their cuisine focus is explicit.
Naro is the more occasion-driven alternative for diners who want Modern Korean cooking and a clearer dining identity. Connolly's wins on ease; Naro wins when the food brief needs to feel intentional. Katsuhama and Golden HOF are the better cross-shops if the group wants another casual New York City option without committing to a formal special-occasion format.
Value is hard to rank without verified price tiers across the set, so the useful distinction is risk. Connolly's is the lower-risk Midtown fallback for flexible plans. Hatsuhana, Kuruma Zushi, and Naro are better when the reservation needs to signal a more deliberate dining choice.
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Compare Connolly's
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connolly's | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Katsuhama | New York City | , | No published awards |
| Hatsuhana | New York City | Sushi | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3602024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3892023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended |
| Kuruma Zushi | New York City | Sushi | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1362025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1222024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1122023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #102 |
| Naro | New York City | Modern Korean | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #106Star Wine Lists 20262025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #1002025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin Plate2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #84World's Best Wine Lists 20232023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Highly RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Golden HOF | New York City | , | 2025 The New Yorker The Best Things I Ate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Connolly's good for a special occasion?
Connolly's is best evaluated as a practical New York City option with casual dress and long daily hours.
Can I eat at the bar at Connolly's?
Pearl does not have information about seating format or bar dining at Connolly's. The planning details are that the dress code is casual and the venue is open daily until 2 AM.
How far ahead should I book Connolly's?
Pearl does not have reservation guidance for Connolly's. The useful detail is the schedule: Connolly's is open from 8 AM to 2 AM Monday through Saturday and from 9 AM to 2 AM on Sunday.
What are alternatives to Connolly's in New York City?
Other New York City venues to compare include Katsuhama, Hatsuhana, Kuruma Zushi, Naro, and Golden HOF. Use those comparisons when you need a different fit, since Pearl has limited details for Connolly's beyond hours and casual dress.
Is lunch or dinner better at Connolly's?
What is is the operating window: 8 AM to 2 AM Monday through Saturday and 9 AM to 2 AM on Sunday.
What should I order at Connolly's?
Pearl does not have dish, drink, cuisine, or menu recommendations for Connolly's. Base the decision on confirmed practical details rather than signature items.
