Una Neary | The End of an Era: The Legacy of Restaurateur Jimmy Neary and 57th Street

-*DOCUMENTARY ON NEARY’S*
*Neary’s: The Dream at the End of the Rainbow*
https://www.amazon.com/Nearys-Dream-at-End-Rainbow/dp/B08B1MH7WJ

In this episode of The Irish Snug Podcast (formerly Pubs & Pints), host Tim Grant sits down with Una Neary to honor the incredible life of her father, the legendary Jimmy Neary, and the storied history of Neary’s on 57th Street.

For nearly 57 years, Neary’s was more than just a restaurant and pub; it was a cornerstone of New York City’s social and political fabric. From its opening on St. Patrick’s Day in 1967 to its final farewell in July 2024, the establishment remained a sanctuary of old-school hospitality, famous for its strict dress code, impeccable service, and the warm presence of Jimmy himself—a man who emigrated from Tubbercurry, County Sligo, with nothing but a dream and a legendary work ethic.

*Una joins Tim to pull back the curtain on what made Neary’s so special. They discuss:*
- *The Legacy of Jimmy Neary:* From his humble beginnings in Sligo to becoming one of New York’s most beloved hosts.
- *A Room Full of Legends:* Stories of the famous patrons who called Neary’s home, including Mayor Michael Bloomberg, author Mary Higgins Clark, and countless giants of industry and politics.
- *The Neary’s Standard:* Why the dress code and the "customer first" philosophy never wavered in over half a century.
- *The End of an Era:* The difficult decision to close the doors and how the family is preserving the memory of a New York institution.

Pull up a stool and join us for a heartfelt conversation about family, the Irish-American experience, and the magic of this iconic establishment.

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Hosted by a retired FDNY Captain, The Irish Snug Podcast features interviews with a wide range of guests—from pub owners and historians to musicians and local regulars. While it deeply honors Irish and Irish-American roots, the podcast is open to anyone with a compelling story tied to Irish culture, pub culture, folklore and history.

The episodes often blend personal anecdotes with cultural insights, capturing the "craic" and the timeless tradition of sharing a pint and a tale.

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