221B Baker St. in London, is the legendary residence of one of literatures greatest (fictional) detectives; Sherlock Holmes. The address itself never really did exist (although that didn’t stop people from sending fan mail to it) until 1990 when the Westminster City Council gave the address to the Sherlock Holmes Museum to add to the allure, but the pub located on 1st ave. and 63rd st. in NYC is very much real, and pretty decent drinking hang out as well.
Our version of Baker Street has an interesting past of its own as well. Believe it or not, this was the site of the first ever TGI Fridays, and even more interesting, it is also one of the locations that was used to film the classic Tom Cruise film; “Cocktail”. Today though, Baker takes on more of an Irish pub feel. In fact, if there is a football (soccer) match, or Rugby match on a particular day, you will find this place packed with fans, enjoying pints of Guinness, while supporting their clubs.
In terms of drink selection, Baker has a pretty standard tap system with all the regulars; Guinness, Bass, Yuengling, Bud, etc., and they have all the standard liquor selections as well. You will find a decent happy hour here; 2 for 1 well drinks, select drafts and wine – and $1.00 off everything else (Mon-Fri/4:00pm -7:00pm). Baker Street also has pretty decent food, including a delicious Irish breakfast that is served all day, along with one of the best French Onion soups you can get in the city.
So whether you are winding down from a long day of work, getting ready to hit the town for a night of fun, or solving a mystery for the Baskervilles, Baker Street Pub is a highly recommended Upper Eastside pub that would make even Mr. Holmes quite proud.
You can find Baker Street Pub at 1152 1st Avenue, on the corner of 63rd St
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