A go-to East Village bar with a lush backyard, serving up acclaimed burgers and classic pub fare perfect for game days or casual hangs.
Will Hartman reviews Royale, an East Village bar perfect for watching games with a beer and burger, boasting a spacious, plant-lined backyard and great bar food.
Royale is an East Village bar and restaurant perfect for catching a game with a beer and burger in hand, featuring a spacious, plant-lined backyard ideal for sunny days. Since opening in 2006, it has become a beloved spot for both casual weeknight meetups and more energetic weekend gatherings. The menu offers classic bar food favorites, and their 'Royale With Cheese' burger is particularly lauded for its rich beefy flavor and perfectly toasted brioche bun.
Royale is praised for its American pub food, with a particular emphasis on its burgers. The 'Royale With Cheese' burger is a standout, noted for its beefy flavor and buttery brioche bun. Other popular items include buffalo wings and onion rings. Customers consistently recommend the burgers.
"The 'Royale With Cheese' burger is highly recommended for its substantial beefy flavor, served on a buttery brioche bun and consistently cooked well."
Customers generally have a positive view of Royale, frequently recommending it for its burgers and overall pub food experience. The atmosphere is also noted as being suitable for both relaxed weeknights and livelier weekends.
Important Note
While Royale is a great spot to watch games, the TV audio is not available in the outdoor area, so for those wanting to hear the games, it's better to sit inside.
"The Royale is simply noted for having good food, making it a general recommendation for pub food."
Positive"Recommends Royale for burgers, listed alongside Donovan's Pub and BK Jani."
Positive"Recommends Royale for burgers."
Positive"Recommends Royale in Alphabet City."
Positive"Recommends Royale on Ave C."
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