Village Pour House Update
11/22/2010 Update:
Village Pour House makes positive Hoboken impression
Hoboken411 has visited Village Pour House (205 1st St.) a couple times already – and I believe it’s the model of how a bar / restaurant should be run in our city. Positive, uplifting owners who hire capable, friendly staff – and keep their business running in a way that encourages repeat business.
I’ve spent some time at VPH in the past couple weeks, and have to say it’s a refreshing infusion to the existing Hoboken bars & restaurants. So far, we have nothing but good things to say – and pray that it stays that way!
One primary positive about Village Pour House is – that the kitchen is open until 1:00am seven days a week – which is a fantastic option for many residents, couples, and families that have odd hours in town – and don’t want to be restricted to the earlier hours that most establishments keep.
See a very brief video overview of VPH below:
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11/10/2010 Update:
Village Pour House Hoboken upgrades First Street
For the past several days, the Village Pour House at 205 First Street in Hoboken has been quietly open.
Big Party Thursday, Officially open on Friday
The 300+ capacity bar/restaurant was ironing out the kinks in preparation for the Grand Opening Party scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, November 11th from 7pm to 10pm. The big gala “RSVP-Only” event will feature celebrities, a load of NYC media outlets (who will be bused in) – and a “red-carpet” too! The bar will be open to the general public after 10pm – and officially open all day and night starting Friday, November 12th.
The Village Pour House features four distinct areas for drinking, dining and socializing, and will have a myriad of events spanning each week. From sports games on the 31 flat-screen TV’s, to dart leauges, beer pong, and even functions for businesses, parents and kids too!
In speaking with owner Mike Sinensky – I was impressed at their dedication to keeping the VPH as a positive attribute to the neighborhood. Part of their security staff will focus on the exterior of the large establishment – keeping any potential crowd noise down – and even ensuring the sidewalks are clean (for the entire length of the block!)
Hopefully they start out strong, and keep the level of service up for a long time. Full Hoboken411 review coming in the next few weeks once they settle in.
10/18/2010 Update:
Village Pour House Hoboken: Menu Preview
Forgot to add this little nugget to the Hoboken Village Pour House update last week!
Take a look at the menu – and share your thoughts! Selection looks good, and prices seem fair – along with a healthy dose of daily specials. Stay tuned to Hoboken411 for more updates!
10/13/2010 Update:
Pour House Hoboken progressing
Some progress photos of the much anticipated pub/restaurant replacement to the old O’Donoghue’s at 205 First Street!
6/1/2010 Update:
Sneak Preview of the Hoboken Village Pourhouse
As many of you know – O’Donoghue’s at 205 First Street bid farewell last week – and will make way for the new Village Pourhouse, which already has downtown residents excited!
Here’s a peek of the layout of the sweet new pub! (click to see larger version)
4/13/2010 Update:
Village Pour House comes to Hoboken
Just updating this entry from January – Village Pour House will be filling the space at 205 First Street now occupied by O’Donoghue’s – who after 25 years in Hoboken, will be calling it quits.
1/12/2010:
I’ve never been – have you?
Some residents in Hoboken have mentioned to me that a Village Pour House location is slated for the Mile Square.
I haven’t gotten word back from the NYC bar owners – but apparently some employees at one of the locations of said establishment were talking about the Hoboken location.
One, has anyone heard the same thing? And two, do you know where exactly?
I’d think that 11th Street spot at Maxwell Place would make a perfect location!
31 Responses to ** Village Pour House Update **
November 4th, 2010 |
Yes, tonight! I plan to give their taps and kitchen a full workout
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November 11th, 2010 |
I heard from one of the bartenders that there will be no live music. I guess bands like The Nerds and Big Orange Cone will have to play the Wicked Wolf Tavern now?
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November 11th, 2010 |
The Nerds and Big Orange Cone? Really? Really. I’m ok with them not playing. Save it up for the beach bars.
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November 12th, 2010 |
Your opinion is irrelevent.
My point stands that downtown Hoboken has lost a venue for live music.
My question remains regarding whether Wicked Wolf Tavern will pick up the slack in that area.
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November 14th, 2010 |
Why’s it called “Village” Pourhouse when it’s in Hoboken, not the Village? That seems a little silly.
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November 14th, 2010 |
Quite a nice space, an improvement over old O’Donaghues, but I don’t think I’ll be going back again (anytime soon). In happy hour, beer is half the price across the street at the Shannon lounge (which is an equally nice place), and the menu selection is better at McSwiggan’s. But on the plus side, the clientele seems to be nicer and better behaved, than at the previous establishment.
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November 22nd, 2010 |
Stopped in for a few drinks with friends the other night. Didn’t think I was going to be hungry, but after a few pints we decided to have some burgers close to 1 am. Absolutely incredible. You can’t get a late night menu like this anywhere else in Hoboken.
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November 22nd, 2010 |
Looks like the ceiling in this place is unfinished, I hope they decide on something that would absorb/breakup sound, because when I was in there it was ridiculously noisy.
It’s a huge place, wide open space with flat walls, tables, floors and ceilings, simply installing something on the ceiling can make a huge difference in how much of it bounces around the place.
All bars are loud but not all of them are noisy like that.
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February 4th, 2011 |
Anyone notice that when you run a tab and pay with your credit card they charge you sales tax but if you pay for your drinks, they don’t? Is that a new thing that bars are doing now?
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February 4th, 2011 |
Gio’s does that too.
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February 5th, 2011 |
Was not aware of that….but i am aware that they make a very solid Burger. Great deal before 5pm, $6.95 for a Burger/Fries, plus $1 coors light…good times.
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