Bona Ventura

Woodhaven, Queens · New York City

Neir's Tavern

PubLocals' pick

Open since 1829, this Woodhaven tavern is one of the oldest continuously operating bars in the country: Mae West performed in its upstairs hall, scenes of Goodfellas were shot here, and the beer still comes from the old draught system.

Address
87-48 78th St, Woodhaven, NY 11421
Hours
Mon-Thu 14:00-23:00; Fri-Sun 12:00-23:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
Best time to go
Afternoon, Evening · About 1.5 h
Price
Beer about $6-8, cocktails $12-14, mains $15-28 (Time Out, 2025)
Price level
$$

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Good to know

  • Order the Goodfella Burger with a beer from the old taps.
  • The bar runs history tours on select days; check its site before the trip out on the J train.

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