Peter McManus Cafe

Peter McManus Cafe New York City's local bar - serving fine food with good spirits for 4 generations!
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We love to see customers appreciate the history of our cafe. Thank you for visiting us Owen!
07/21/2026

We love to see customers appreciate the history of our cafe. Thank you for visiting us Owen!

Heading out tonight? We got just what you need! Tag your partner in crime🍺
07/17/2026

Heading out tonight? We got just what you need! Tag your partner in crime🍺

We're so glad you had a great experience Maria! Swing by anytime 🍔
07/14/2026

We're so glad you had a great experience Maria! Swing by anytime 🍔

07/14/2026

Summer Friday's are here and we know where we'll be 😎🍸

We're so glad you could relax and unwind with us Feeroz! Come back and chill out any day. 👍
07/07/2026

We're so glad you could relax and unwind with us Feeroz! Come back and chill out any day. 👍

07/03/2026

On his final journey, Jamo passed by Peter McManus Cafe one last time. Rest easy, legend. ❤️☘️

06/26/2026

In Loving Memory of James Justin "Jamo" McManus

April 12, 1954 – June 16, 2026

James Justin McManus, known to all who loved him as Jamo, passed away on June 16, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, surrounded by family, at the age of 72.

Born in Far Rockaway, New York, Jamo had an entrepreneurial spirit from boyhood, running a paper route and selling sodas at the neighborhood beach long before he ever stood behind a bar.

As the grandson of Peter McManus, Jamo carried the family legacy forward at Peter McManus Café, the Chelsea bar that has stood at 19th Street and Seventh Avenue since 1936 and is the oldest family-run bar in New York City. He ran it for decades, and treated everyone who walked in, regular and stranger alike, like family.

Jamo's gift was simple and rare. As he put it himself, "You get a natural high to see someone smile and enjoy themselves." Others saw it too. As historian Jeff Klein once said, "Jamo McManus is the friendliest guy in Manhattan. Find me a friendlier guy and I'll give you a hundred dollars."

Away from the bar, he loved nothing more than time with his children and grandchildren, days out on his boat, and the company of his many friends.

The beloved son of James and Eileen McManus, Jamo is survived by his son Justin and his daughter Katie Eileen, his cherished grandchildren, and his siblings Brian, Eileen, and Patricia, along with countless friends who became family over the years.

He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

In Loving Memory of James Justin McManusApril 12, 1954 - June 16, 2026With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jame...
06/22/2026

In Loving Memory of James Justin McManus

April 12, 1954 - June 16, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of James "Jamo" McManus, age 72. We invite family and friends to join us in remembering and honoring Jamo's fruitful life.

WAKE

Thursday June 25th & Friday June 26th, 4PM to 8PM

Redden's Funeral Home
325W 14th St
New York, NY 10014

FUNERAL SERVICE

Saturday June 27th, 9:00AM

Church of Our Saviour
59 Park Ave
New York, NY 10016

Funeral procession immediately after to Gates of Heaven Cemetery
5 Bradhurst Ave, Hawthorne, NY 10532

Followed by a Repass at Rory Dolans
890 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10704

With a very heavy heart we announce the passing of James "Jamo" McManus. Jamo was surrounded by his children and Grandch...
06/19/2026

With a very heavy heart we announce the passing of James "Jamo" McManus. Jamo was surrounded by his children and Grandchildren in Denver and was happy to witness the New York Knicks win their championship before he passed.

Jamo will be returned home to New York for his final resting place and wake and funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.

Jamo was the architect and proprietor of our establishment for generations. He loved each and every one of our patrons like family and his legacy will live on forever.

We will never be the same without him, but due to the values and traditions he instilled in all of us, we can safely say Peter McManus Cafe will.

We love you, Jamo! ❤️☘️

Roni, you are the best! We appreciate your support. ☘️
06/16/2026

Roni, you are the best! We appreciate your support. ☘️

IYKYK June 14th 1pm - Dusk 🧢⚾️
06/13/2026

IYKYK June 14th 1pm - Dusk 🧢⚾️

Drinks on the mind? We'll have your cold pint ready for ya! 🍻
06/12/2026

Drinks on the mind? We'll have your cold pint ready for ya! 🍻

Glad to have you with us James! Stop back any time 😄🍺
05/19/2026

Glad to have you with us James! Stop back any time 😄🍺

05/15/2026

Cheers to the weekend, a tall cold glass of Guinness and great company! 🍻

We're so glad you loved our burger, Zachary. Can't wait to have you back! 🍔
05/12/2026

We're so glad you loved our burger, Zachary. Can't wait to have you back! 🍔




05/05/2026

Celebrate good times at McManus! From intimate hangs to full-on celebrations (12–150 guests), we’ve got the space and the team to bring it to life. Birthdays, grad parties, work events or lunch, send-offs… or just because it’s Wednesday.

Tell us what you’re planning and we’ll take it from there. ☘️

Address

152 7th Avenue
New York, NY
10011

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 4am
Tuesday 12pm - 4am
Wednesday 12pm - 4am
Thursday 12pm - 4am
Friday 12pm - 4am
Saturday 12pm - 4am
Sunday 12pm - 4am

Telephone

+19172615504

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