Inside New York's Oldest Bar: Neir's Tavern

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  • čas přidán 6. 08. 2024
  • Tom Delgado takes you on a little tour of Neir's Tavern, the oldest bar in New York City, and interviews the owner Loy Gordon. Located in Woodhaven, Queens, it hosted the filming of Goodfellas and Tower Heist and is where Mae West got her start. Shot by Eric Thirteen.
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Komentáře • 178

  • @franklinshouse8719
    @franklinshouse8719 Před 2 lety +46

    You two are great together!!! Do a deal and make this a regular feature.

  • @DanerStranger
    @DanerStranger Před 2 lety +50

    This is one of my favorite vids yet! Great interview, great b roll, and great format.

    • @JulianSteve
      @JulianSteve Před 2 lety +3

      Heavy on the great b-roll. I agree🙌🏾‼️

    • @vw4070
      @vw4070 Před rokem

      Agree. Enjoyed this greatly!

  • @christopherm5958
    @christopherm5958 Před 2 lety +2

    I always thought McSorleys was oldest. Glad you're around to straighten things out.

  • @paulpuckerinGM
    @paulpuckerinGM Před 2 lety +7

    Fantastic video, Tom. You don't know what you got 'till it's gone. So, support locals...

  • @LollyandPop2
    @LollyandPop2 Před 2 lety +4

    I watch your videos with my husband on our tv and then again on my phone to support you. 😀

  • @boricuadelight
    @boricuadelight Před 2 lety +5

    100% you all are matching energy. More with him please. This makes me want to visit this restaurant and I'm nowhere near NY

  • @VSS32542
    @VSS32542 Před 2 lety +6

    the end lol 😆 Tom is hilarious 😂

  • @ceciliawilson6328
    @ceciliawilson6328 Před 2 lety +6

    Great success story for a local business. I will definitely visit next time I am in New York.

  • @nickg2027
    @nickg2027 Před 2 lety +7

    Loy's a funny guy! you both work great!!

  • @thetds101
    @thetds101 Před 2 lety +4

    I work not too far away, at 111th & Jamaica Ave. I definitely plan on bringing the family here for some wings and burgers. Great video!

  • @dib9126
    @dib9126 Před 2 lety +5

    Great video. I live in the neighborhood and never knew about this place.

  • @JB-hl1qx
    @JB-hl1qx Před 2 lety +5

    Awesome video!! Old historic bars are the best!!

  • @etlnyr74
    @etlnyr74 Před 2 lety +10

    Thanks for making this video I work all over the 5 bureaus and I never heard of this place,I will 100% be stopping by this great place!!!

    • @VanceBarbour
      @VanceBarbour Před 2 lety +1

      The place is a gem and Loy is the genuine article- a great guy. Once you visit you’ll become family like the rest of us.

  • @angelicagaldos
    @angelicagaldos Před 2 lety +4

    Awesome interview and Awesome video. Thank you Tom! Sick Plug!! "I’m funny how? Funny, like, I’m a clown? I amuse you?"

  • @AJLindvall
    @AJLindvall Před 2 lety

    "It's a good time to get b-roll...(pans up)" That was great. Tom is pretty funny too.

  • @dissidentfairy4264
    @dissidentfairy4264 Před 2 lety +23

    What a nice man and quaint historical bar. I'm sure the burgers are delicious. It's wonderful to preserve history. I loved the story about the son who relives the life he should have had with his father via the bar where his father hung out. I have a friend who grew up in Queens and his adoptive father enjoyed beer and bet on the horses too and probably hung out at the same bar. From what I was told he was a kind-hearted brilliant man named John who often wore a trench coat and lived his life in a schizophrenic fugue. At times, he'd call himself Mr. F**k. lol He'd disappear for weeks at a time. It was always a mystery to his wife and son as to his whereabouts. Now I know where he may have hung out. lol I think I'll send the link to his son:-)

    • @dissidentfairy4264
      @dissidentfairy4264 Před 2 lety +2

      I forgot to say, he had a high-powered job and an inventive mind when he suddenly lost his mind one day. Can schizophrenia hit in the 40s? I guess so. It happened to him.

  • @michelgervais1874
    @michelgervais1874 Před 2 lety +2

    GREAT MOMENT...

  • @janmango4692
    @janmango4692 Před 2 lety +9

    Will be visiting NYC from Europe for the 4th time next year. Wil make an effort to visit this bar, never been to Queens in the first place, so :)

    • @MrJimheeren
      @MrJimheeren Před 2 lety

      That’s quite the travel to visit a neighborhood where people just live

    • @Nate-ez1xh
      @Nate-ez1xh Před 2 lety +2

      @@MrJimheeren queens is the worlds borough. Brooklyn and Queens is the more authentic part of NYC

    • @greenmachine5600
      @greenmachine5600 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Nate-ez1xh true

  • @GeoZero
    @GeoZero Před 2 lety +3

    What a cool place... would love to check it out next time I go to NYC.

  • @geoffreyselvage1673
    @geoffreyselvage1673 Před 2 lety +4

    Great video Tom!

  • @shannono8397
    @shannono8397 Před 2 lety +5

    Loved LOVED this video, I can't wait to visit this bar!
    Loycent rescued and gave so much sincere love back into this historical gem!!!
    Got a little teary eyed listening to the story he told of getting to sit with the father, & how much he cares for this bar!
    Tom you create such good content, Eric you always make it extra great too!
    Thank you for such a great video!

    • @VanceBarbour
      @VanceBarbour Před 2 lety +1

      The tavern is a gem and Loy is that great guy you see in the video. Once you visit, you’ll become family like the rest of us.

    • @shannono8397
      @shannono8397 Před 2 lety

      @@VanceBarbour it sounds like a perfect place, owned by a sincerely wonderful friend...truly magical!

  • @Ironworks35
    @Ironworks35 Před 2 lety +9

    Great interview and wonderful bar. I will have to visit there sometime soon!!!

  • @sdericmonty
    @sdericmonty Před 2 lety +2

    One of the best videos yet!

  • @markrichards226
    @markrichards226 Před 2 lety +1

    I could visit NYC for the next 100 years and still see something new and interesting. Loved this one Tom.

  • @veromikes
    @veromikes Před 2 lety +2

    Brilliant video! Would love to see a rockaway beach Tour.

  • @NEXIO39
    @NEXIO39 Před 2 lety +1

    Thats so funny i work at the Crowne plaza hotel everyone that wants a good bar i send over there because one guest one time told me neirs tavern is a good pub i never know the history behind it. WOW AMAZING!!! I will be sending more guest over there for sure.

  • @ttaylor1007
    @ttaylor1007 Před 2 lety +3

    Tom never disappoints.

  • @taylo38731
    @taylo38731 Před 2 lety +6

    You do very well with interviews. Hope to see more of those 😊

  • @carolegoldstein4482
    @carolegoldstein4482 Před rokem +1

    It's not the only restaurant that has a road named after it. In Kensington, Brooklyn New York City, on Cortelyou Road and Coney Island Avenue, there's a restaurant called George. The small section of Coney Island Avenue right in front of it is called "Georges Way."

  • @nysavvy9241
    @nysavvy9241 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks Tom...will definitely stop in for a meal next time I'm back in NYC. Know Queens well but for some reason this bar has eluded me. The owner is really 👍 and wish him much success.

  • @xShowtime951x
    @xShowtime951x Před 2 lety +3

    I just got a must watch list for HBOmax and guess what movie was on there? Matrix Resurrection 🤣

  • @wendym5137
    @wendym5137 Před 2 lety +4

    Great collaboration ,good fun and so very interesting.. hurry back with more .

  • @billrom795
    @billrom795 Před 2 lety +4

    Great bar, great video. Thanks

  • @bradblazer
    @bradblazer Před 2 lety +2

    One of my favorite vids yet! You should do more about specific spots!

  • @magna378
    @magna378 Před 2 lety +1

    Im here right now thanks to the video.

  • @eddyperson
    @eddyperson Před 2 lety +3

    Nice video! Loy seems like a cool guy

  • @brianaaguilar7312
    @brianaaguilar7312 Před 2 lety +1

    Loved the energy in this video. The banter was great. Tom you gotta let the Matrix movie thing go 🤣

  • @Beerning
    @Beerning Před 2 lety

    So much chemistry between these two

  • @mail4jim1
    @mail4jim1 Před 2 lety +4

    Good stuff

  • @hamada9792
    @hamada9792 Před 2 lety

    i loved the owner so much, if you're reading this then rock on dude, i hope i visit you one day.
    love from Egypt.

  • @TXMEDRGR
    @TXMEDRGR Před 2 lety +6

    Great video. The tavern was interesting and historic, plus the owner, Loy, was hilarious. Loy and Tom make a great comedy duo and Eric was on point as always. Please keep the videos coming.

  • @ed008ue
    @ed008ue Před 2 lety +2

    hi, the next video you guys should do is about College Point, Queens...

  • @saulgoodman7509
    @saulgoodman7509 Před 2 lety +4

    Great vid. I never would have got out to this bar but I probably will check it out now next time I'm in town. 👍

  • @cathpeterson1944
    @cathpeterson1944 Před 2 lety

    that’s a chill place I want to visit sometime, luv the history - beautiful old neighbourhood Queens is 🥰

  • @sgtleobella
    @sgtleobella Před 2 lety +1

    That 'dine and dash' at the end 😂

  • @3xl255
    @3xl255 Před 2 lety +4

    Excellent video. You have a knack for finding fascinating subjects. Loved this one

  • @thisjourneycalledlife5957

    I lived right over here I’ve been to Neirs a bunch of times I really enjoy it there

  • @barbaraw4066
    @barbaraw4066 Před rokem +1

    Can you do an episode on Woodhaven??? Lots of great history, Forest Park, mob stories… do it!!!

  • @monica-NJ-123
    @monica-NJ-123 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video and I loved the collaboration , so much fun to watch 😂❤

  • @JulianSteve
    @JulianSteve Před 2 lety +7

    It’s been awhile since I watched a video by Tom. I’m going to catch up this week (or next week). I always learning something from you🙌🏾‼️
    P.S. - The bar owner seems cool. I am happy that he participated in the b-roll😭

  • @fujineopan
    @fujineopan Před 2 lety +1

    Love the history of the bar and the good humor of the new owner! Hope to enjoy a pint there one day.

  • @martinagajdosova5847
    @martinagajdosova5847 Před 2 lety +3

    Putting this on my must visit list on my next visit :) Thanks for your authenticity Tom and Eric, you are doing a great job!

    • @VanceBarbour
      @VanceBarbour Před 2 lety +1

      The tavern is a gem and once you visit, you’re family. Loy is the great guy you see in that video too.

  • @jameswaring6200
    @jameswaring6200 Před 2 lety

    Subbed. What a endearing character Tom is. Could listen to him all day

  • @VSS32542
    @VSS32542 Před 2 lety +5

    I found tomsnyc very interesting and very informative 👍🏽 I love learning about new york, great history and great experience for my myself. I've only been to Syracuse in 1997 not even close to new york but that's as far as I got. I was only 16 at the time. I'm now way much older now. I just love the history of New York.. keep em coming Tom your doing great 👍🏽

  • @tylerphillips8435
    @tylerphillips8435 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video Tom! Would love to visit this place someday. Thank you for taking the time to show us this amazing location along with it's fantastic owner.

  • @TMAItalia
    @TMAItalia Před 2 lety

    Great video Tom, I really enjoyed the interview!

  • @dorisq9241
    @dorisq9241 Před 2 lety

    I loved this very much, Tom and Loy!! Eric great shots and recording. This was most entertaining and hope to see more!

  • @CookNComedy
    @CookNComedy Před 2 lety

    I live a block away and will definitely head there now ❤

  • @dirkblanston8656
    @dirkblanston8656 Před 2 lety

    One of your best videos! Loved meeting and learning more about the owner.

  • @Harry_16710
    @Harry_16710 Před 2 lety +1

    Love it! Great interview/history/comedy 👍🏼

  • @evaaven4221
    @evaaven4221 Před 2 lety +4

    Tom, I love obscure history! Great videos, I find your camera people expendable. lol.

  • @PonderingDolphin
    @PonderingDolphin Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic video !! You both were awesome

  • @LuciePohl1
    @LuciePohl1 Před 2 lety

    Best video ever!!! We love Tommy D!

  • @eugenedimitrov
    @eugenedimitrov Před 2 lety

    Wow!So awesome interview and kinda inspiring story !!!

  • @vicsvlogstvofficial
    @vicsvlogstvofficial Před 2 lety

    Great Video, Tom.😊I loved hearing about the history of this place. I’m hoping to visit on one of my next trips to New York. Thank you!

  • @carmendyer194
    @carmendyer194 Před 2 lety

    I love this video and I loved having my birthday brunch there. Can't wait to get back!!!

  • @itsjustaride12
    @itsjustaride12 Před 2 lety

    Haha I love the recurring matrix bit hahahaha got it in during the interview!

  • @wawathunder
    @wawathunder Před 2 lety +2

    Lovely interview. This conversation is fun, full of interesting stories and kindness. I loved the comfortable and positive energy! Thank you!

  • @stevetaylormynewyorkcity9728

    Well that was just class and I’ll definitely be paying it a visit when I’m back over there in a couple of weeks!

  • @ykennedy4473
    @ykennedy4473 Před 2 lety +2

    Awesome episode, Tom! Wonderful history, cool owner… Hope to visit someday, but for now I’m gonna rewatch Goodfellows!

  • @fiveinitaly
    @fiveinitaly Před 2 lety

    Incredible 😀😀😀 great sharing 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @steini6771
    @steini6771 Před 2 lety

    Stopping by next time while in NYC. Great story and wonderful owner. Thanks -

  • @michaelmorales1475
    @michaelmorales1475 Před 2 lety +4

    Interesting.

  • @TaylorJohnson1
    @TaylorJohnson1 Před 2 lety +1

    I’ll be in NY on Sunday and I’ll try to make it over!

  • @godsson7787
    @godsson7787 Před 2 lety

    Glad I stumbled across you're channel. Lobe the content and you're childish comedic takes 🤣. The fact the owner has a sense of humour puts the icing on the cake.

  • @derekstinson5973
    @derekstinson5973 Před 2 lety

    This is the best video I’ve seen so far that guy should be your cohost he was great!

  • @drakedawkins1697
    @drakedawkins1697 Před 2 lety +2

    Another great episode! Very informative as always. Bar owner seems very nice and I'll try my best to swing by next time I visit! Keep up the good work Tom! Love the channel

  • @robbatayaki5505
    @robbatayaki5505 Před 2 lety

    Superbe visite dans le New York d'avant !

  • @barbelreichentrog38
    @barbelreichentrog38 Před 2 lety +1

    hello Tom, greetings from Germany, your videos are great, I hope you come back to Germany soon :-😉😉

  • @brypar70
    @brypar70 Před 2 lety +2

    I love your walking videos but this one was definitely one of my favourites. Always interesting to learn about the history of local businesses
    #sick-plug

  • @simon7762
    @simon7762 Před 2 lety +1

    Really interesting place!

  • @datelineyesterday5395
    @datelineyesterday5395 Před 2 lety

    Great content as always, guru of Gotham city.

  • @nathansimpson2363
    @nathansimpson2363 Před 2 lety +3

    Yo I can't wait to try this place!

  • @nickosman5037
    @nickosman5037 Před 2 lety +1

    Very cool video. My last trip to NYC, I went to McSorely's to have a few in what I thought was the oldest bar. I will now have to go to Neir's on my next trip, especially since Goodfellas was filmed there.

  • @johnebuckland
    @johnebuckland Před 2 lety

    Really nice interview. Loy seems a really top bloke

  • @ralphromeo7066
    @ralphromeo7066 Před 2 lety +1

    Fabulous video as usual. Still would enjoy having you on my show for an interview soon. Get in touch.

  • @jennicasmith7988
    @jennicasmith7988 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video! Do Francis Tavern next!! And Stone Street!

  • @ehall7811
    @ehall7811 Před 2 lety +2

    Good Ol' dine and dash Tom....lol

  • @KJ-xc6qs
    @KJ-xc6qs Před 2 lety +3

    Reminds me of the bar in Tree's Lounge.

  • @matsharma
    @matsharma Před 2 lety

    Added to the list

  • @3C7S
    @3C7S Před 2 lety

    nice gem spa hat! also great vid as always

  • @luleeladivina1508
    @luleeladivina1508 Před 2 lety

    love it

  • @MikeP2055
    @MikeP2055 Před 2 lety

    The story Loy told about the man posthumously connecting with his deceased father was so sweet and such a great fit for Tom's philosophy of supporting the local businesses that give a neighborhood or city its character.
    Dammit, Tom! I was so excited to say, "We're witnessing something special here, folks. An episode where Tom didn't razz Eric about the Matrix!" but I guess it wasn't meant to be. Nevertheless, a wonderful episode. I really enjoy hearing about the history of neighborhood spots like Neir's. Spots that have become integral to the fabric of a community over multiple generations. Very cool! Oh, I almost forgot: that B-roll footage was some top shelf tastiness.

    • @vincentgoupil180
      @vincentgoupil180 Před 2 lety

      Why didn't the kid's bar-fly father spent more time with his family?

    • @MikeP2055
      @MikeP2055 Před 2 lety

      @@vincentgoupil180 I think the way it was described was more that he had a tumultuous relationship with his pops, not necessarily that the dad was too busy bellying up to the bar to be a present father.

    • @vincentgoupil180
      @vincentgoupil180 Před 2 lety

      @@MikeP2055
      6:54 The kid "never got to know him (the father)". Yea, he was at the bar with other barflies rather than being a father spending time with his own child. Great at telling stories to strangers, sheet to a kid when he needed a father. Sad the 'kid' is still looking for the father he never had.
      The community Tom talks about starts at home with the family first. If they "didn't get along" then its the responsibility of the parent to work it out.
      If the father was alcoholic then he needed help, not at a bar. Its the *family* that suffers.

    • @vincentgoupil180
      @vincentgoupil180 Před 2 lety

      P.s.
      I grew up in an adjacent neighborhood with pently of kids with abandoned fathers like that.
      Instead of some Hollywood movie photos hanging on Neir's walls the movie "Trees Lounge"* should be.
      * shot on location at Assembly Bar just north of where this video was.

  • @paulseoighemcgee5772
    @paulseoighemcgee5772 Před 2 lety

    Love Loycent !!

  • @SavTheGenius
    @SavTheGenius Před 2 lety +1

    you should do one on Westchester, yonkers to be exact

  • @fba9398
    @fba9398 Před 2 lety

    I live 15 minutes away I’ll definitely check it out

  • @py2007
    @py2007 Před 2 lety

    omg I was supposed to go there on my last trip! Circumstances etc...next time!

  • @marcpadilla1094
    @marcpadilla1094 Před 2 lety

    Right on Loycent..

  • @vincentgoupil180
    @vincentgoupil180 Před 2 lety +2

    Tom, saving NYC one bar at a time.
    Loy came off pretty well but the story about the son having to see where his father spent his time was sad. You think his bar-fly father would've at least spent some time with his family
    Yea, a community place ... if you're Henry Hill. Regardless it was a movie that's the impression one gets .
    The city didn't give landmark status because of the "oligarchy of the Manhattan centric system" yet gave a $90,000 grant to the bar. Go, figure. (See Wikipedia: Neir's Bar).
    Have Steve Buscemi give a tour of "Trees Lounge". At least Loy touring Jamaica, Queens, with Tom.

  • @mikedrown2721
    @mikedrown2721 Před 2 lety +3

    👍😊❤️