Cuckoo’s Nest
“my fav neighborhood bar, every single thing in their menu is good, my fav is curry fries and french onion soup.”
“Great food and drinks, a laid back and fun atmosphere, and the best people around.”
“Sharon is absolutely an amazing bartender and Tanya is a great server also.”
Cuckoo’s Nest
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Happy Hour: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Woodside bars….. "a dime a dozen".
Let me tell you something, maybe its all the competition in the area but the bars by the LIRR they know how to cook!
I have yet had anything not tasty at Cuckoo's Nest and being from the neighborhood I am there a lot. Cuckoos Nest is a nice mix of seated dining, they have these really big padded chairs you can eat in, and bar dining. I prefer seating at the bar, but that's just me. I have also noticed the bartenders are more attentive then the servers. The servers tend to be over worked and can be a bit slow. (sorry guys! Love this place, but its true…. servers either need more help, or better training).
All in all a great place. Food is REALLY good. I've had pasta dishes at the irish pub that are delicious! If you are in the area, and you need help deciding… read this yelp and there is your answer.
Good local Irish pub in Woodside. Decent beer selection. Place is kept clean. Staff is friendly and responsive. Had dinner there recently, the Filet Special, and it was cooked the way I asked, a nice medium rare. They also have live music regularly.
A communication snafu left bae stranded outdoors one dead winter night, with luggage holding all his worldly possessions and no cell phone. It was already closing time, but the owner of Cuckoo's Nest welcomed him in with his hearty Irish brogue. A half hour later (sufficient time for me to zoom from the airport, and way past closing time), the owner welcomed me in when I tapped on the window like a timid bird. It was all very romantic.
Of all the Irish pubs in Woodside, Cuckoo's Nest is my favorite. There's rarely a slow evening here – always lots of Irish people hanging around the entrance smoking (but it sometimes blows right back into the bar). Game days are taken seriously, with multiple flatscreens around the room as well as blackout curtains and a projection screen against the front wall.
They have a full kitchen. The food is normal, tasty pub fare – less blatantly Irish than Sean Og's (even the curry and chips here is unusual, served covered in scallions), but everything is brought hot.
Walk in and seat yourself, but note that there's waitservice at the tables. Some of the two-person tables have cozy armchairs where you feel like you're going to melt right into the leather.
Especially because of the owner's hospitality, but also because it's just a great pub, Cuckoo's Nest is my go-to for a pint of Blue Moon with someone I like.
Yesterday few of my neighbors and I went to Coocko's nest for beer to cool down on very hot & humid day. The food and beer was nice and we enjoyed ourselves until live band start playing Irish music and they opened the doors and windows mind it it was one of the hottest July days almost 95 degrees and humid. We grabbed the check and moved to another bar where AC was on and we can hear our conversation. It's not a good idea to have doors & windows open on hot summer day!
I liked the menu and the portion size is large. It has a very classic irish pub feel but a bit updated which is nice. LOTS of irish.. immigrant and americans alike. Lots of soccer and sports offered.
Who knew this cool bar existed in Woodside!!! I came with my good friend for a unexpected Monday. Definitely great times. This Irish pub was very cozy and cool. We sat in lounge chairs and not only had a brusky but also ordered food. The staff was friendly. I wasn't trying to go all out on a Monday night, but I did order Angry orchard. Actually we both did. It was very refreshing and so happy the waitress brought cups of ice. The food menu is expansive. I was planning to order a caesar salad, but couldn't resist when I saw crab cakes. So that was my choice. My friend ordered a steak sandwich without the fries. We try to be good when we go out. Ha. The food took a few to come out. We both were happy when the dishes had a side of salad. Score. The food was delish. The crab cakes were actually shaped in the form of a ball. There was a spicy aioli that complemented the dish. The salad with balsamic vinagrette was delicious and on a bed of mango. Very nice dish. I enjoyed it very much. The steak sandwich was delicious as well. The steak was tender and cooked well. My friend enjoyed it and finished it. She also enjoyed her salad. The ambiance was very chill and great for a relaxing evening just chatting or watching Monday night football. I will definitely be coming back.
A few steps away from the loud, chaotic Sean Og's lies Cuckoo's Nest–a quieter, friendlier neighborhood bar with live acoustic music, and the kind of sit-down bar where you can enjoy the three joys of life: beer, food, and live music. And small/long talks, if you're into that.
Cuckoo's Nest has easily made its way to being one of my favorite bars in the neighborhood. The drinks are reasonably-priced and the food is pretty good. It's a lot like The Kettle, but less crowded. The drinks are reasonably-priced and the bartender, Spuddy, is a real Irish gentleman with a fun personality! The Taco Fries are delicious, but they can be a hit or miss.
It's never packed in here and there's always enough space for you to sit and stand. Not a huge beer selection–they only carry about 1 or 2 different beers of each kind. If you'e not looking for anything loud, rowdy, or crowded, this is a good staple to fall back on.
Irish Bar + McGregor's 13 second knockout = One Great Night