{"id":274316,"date":"2026-06-22T19:19:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T19:19:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/274316\/"},"modified":"2026-06-22T19:19:37","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T19:19:37","slug":"from-near-closure-to-jfk-airport-neirs-tavern-miracle-second-act","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/274316\/","title":{"rendered":"From Near-Closure to JFK Airport: Neir\u2019s Tavern \u2018Miracle\u2019 Second Act"},"content":{"rendered":"

The historic Neir\u2019s Tavern, a Queens landmark in Woodhaven, New York, renowned for its classic American pub fare, has opened a new location at Terminal 8 of JFK International Airport.\u00a0 Situated in Concourse C near Gate 32, Neir\u2019s Tavern offers Terminal 8 passengers an authentic New York experience right before takeoff.<\/p>\n

As part of the $125 million commercial transformation of Terminal 8, the new Neir\u2019s Tavern emulates the look, feel, and ambiance of the original 1829 Woodhaven landmark, which at 196 years old stands as one of America\u2019s oldest continuously operating bars.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Through a partnership with MERA, ASUR Airports, American Airlines, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the historic Queens institution is bringing nearly 200 years of local heritage to one of the nation\u2019s busiest international gateways.<\/p>\n

\"Neirs(L.-R.): Dawn Kelly, The Nourish Spot Inc., Katie Bliss, President, Aqueous Solutions, Julia Lauria-Blum, Metropolitan Airport News.<\/p>\n

Neir\u2019s Tavern, owned by Loycent Gordon, a graduate of the Port Authority\u2019s Institute of Concessions, will provide travelers at Terminal 8 with a genuine Queens dining experience rooted in the historic tavern\u2019s nearly two centuries of community heritage. Founded in 1829 and located in Woodhaven, Neir\u2019s Tavern has long served as a gathering place for residents, visitors, and generations of New Yorkers.<\/p>\n

This airport spot blends old-time charm with a modern flavor. The rich, dark wood creates a cozy, nostalgic vibe of the original Queens location, while polished brass details and clean lines make the venue feel fresh and refined. Designed for travelers on the go, the space is open with plenty of comfortable seating. It is the perfect spot to grab a drink or a classic pub meal before your flight.<\/p>\n

Inside the tavern, the walls are lined with historic photos and memorabilia that tell the story of how the original tavern survived Prohibition, how entertainer Mae West was reputed to have performed there, and how the tavern landed a cameo in Martin Scorsese\u2019s Goodfellas.<\/p>\n

\"(L.-R.):(L.-R.): Katie Bliss, Loycent Gordon, Raymond Ringston<\/p>\n

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The new location at JFK Terminal 8 features some of Neir\u2019s most popular menu items, including the Goodfella\u2019s Burger, Chicken Wings, and Grilled Chicken Sandwich, alongside a curated selection of cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages designed for travelers seeking a genuine New York dining experience before departure or upon arrival.<\/p>\n

Prior to the ribbon cutting, airport partners, Port Authority, MERA, ASUR, and elected officials spoke about how the opening of Neir\u2019s Tavern at JFK represents more than the expansion of a restaurant.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cBringing Neir\u2019s Tavern to Terminal 8 reflects the kind of authentic, locally rooted experience that today\u2019s travelers are seeking,\u201d said Ian Carter, Vice President of Operations, ASUR Airports, JFK. \u201cOur partnership with Neir\u2019s not only expands the airport\u2019s dining options but also reinforces the culture and character of Queens in a meaningful way. We are thrilled to welcome the historic tavern to the terminal. This is an example of how JFK continues to evolve into a gateway that feels distinctly connected to New York.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFor nearly two centuries, since 1829, Neir\u2019s Tavern has been a cornerstone of Queens,\u201d said Loycent Gordon, owner of Neir\u2019s Tavern. \u201cLike many small businesses, our future has often felt uncertain, and my personal journey as a Jamaican working to save a historic American tavern has been demanding. But today is a profoundly historic milestone, making it worthwhile: we are opening our first new location in nearly 200 years, right as America approaches its 250th anniversary!\u00a0<\/p>\n

Amanda Zhang, Vice President of Corporate Real Estate at American Airlines, said, \u201cEverything we do at Terminal 8 is designed around one goal: delivering a better experience for our customers and our partners. This opening brings the energy and authenticity of Queens directly into Terminal 8, giving customers a taste of the city from the moment they arrive. It\u2019s another way we\u2019re elevating the travel experience to make every step of the journey more enjoyable.\u201d<\/p>\n

The arrival of Neir\u2019s Tavern at JFK International Airport is a proud moment for Queens and Terminal 8. By sharing this legendary neighborhood institution with the world, the expansion keeps local New York City history alive. It ensures that one of New York\u2019s oldest gathering places continues to thrive for years to come.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The historic Neir\u2019s Tavern, a Queens landmark in Woodhaven, New York, renowned for its classic American pub fare,…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":274317,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[9,24,63,122,124,123],"class_list":["post-274316","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-queens","tag-new-york","tag-new-york-city","tag-nyc","tag-queens","tag-queens-headlines","tag-queens-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/274316","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=274316"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/274316\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/274317"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=274316"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=274316"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=274316"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}