
The Grisly Pear Midtown
This welcoming Theatre District bar features sports up front and a back room hosting comedy, karaoke, and game nights.
- Mon – Wed, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1); Thu – Sun, 12:00 – 02:00 (+1)
- $$
- 243 West 54th Street
- 4.6 (399 reviews)
Description



Tucked into the Theatre District just steps from Times Square, this versatile venue offers a double-sided Midtown escape. Beyond the front room, the theatre-like back space functions as a lively community hub, hosting karaoke, game nights, TV watch parties, and private events. The atmosphere transitions from a relaxed afternoon hang with quirky decor to a high-energy night spot with a loud, driving playlist. Behind the bar, the staff pour strong drinks, including sweet signatures like the 'Trouble in Pearadise'—a blend of whiskey, prickly pear, and ginger beer. The kitchen keeps things casual with straightforward late-night pub grub, serving up comfort classics like sweet and spicy wings, warm queso, and fresh doughnuts to satisfy post-show cravings.