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The 1869 Tavern

Bar · Watertown

4.3 · 50 reviews Google

About The 1869 Tavern

Located in Watertown, The 1869 Tavern offers a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for friends gathering to enjoy daily specials and affordable drinks. Patrons rave about its unique liquor selection, including exclusive Powers Irish whiskey, alongside an impressive lineup of local beers and creative c...

Located in Watertown, The 1869 Tavern offers a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for friends gathering to enjoy daily specials and affordable drinks. Patrons rave about its unique liquor selection, including exclusive Powers Irish whiskey, alongside an impressive lineup of local beers and creative cocktails. The energetic yet chill vibe is enhanced by live performances, karaoke, a jukebox, pool tables, and dart boards. Staff members are consistently described as friendly, charismatic, and incredibly fast. While primarily a bar destination without food service, the establishment stands out for its welcoming crowd and exceptional hospitality, making it the ideal spot to catch a soccer match or relax with good company in a uniquely local setting.

What Customers Say About The 1869 Tavern

The 1869 Tavern is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, karaoke on Sundays, and friendly bartenders like Chris and Stephanie. Customers enjoy the games (darts, pool, PacMan) and drink specials. Some reviewers mention a mildew smell and cash-only policy.

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Groups Locals Late Night Casual

Tip: Visit on Sunday nights for karaoke and a friendly crowd. Bring cash, as they may not accept cards.

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Frequently asked questions about The 1869 Tavern

The 1869 Tavern is located at 558 State St, Watertown, NY 13601, Watertown.
The 1869 Tavern offers bar cuisine.
The 1869 Tavern has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
The 1869 Tavern is ideal for groups, locals, late night, casual dining.
The 1869 Tavern is a popular spot known for its lively atmosphere, karaoke on Sundays, and friendly bartenders like Chris and Stephanie. Customers enjoy the games (darts, pool, PacMan) and drink specials. Some reviewers mention a mildew smell and cash-only policy.
Visit on Sunday nights for karaoke and a friendly crowd. Bring cash, as they may not accept cards.
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Mike Holden

Great local comfortable bar to hang at.

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Steven Apgar

Good atmosphere interior is nice. Drinks are good as well. If you want a more chill crowd then this place is it.

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Claudia Carrasco

The atmosphere is amazing and chill! The bartender is super sweet and charismatic.

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ABOORTED last name

We go there Sunday nights.. it's filled with friendly people and one of the best bartenders around..

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Michaelene Versace

Had a great time. Karaoke on Sundays are always fun too 😁

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Terence Jackson

On Sunday nights they do karaoke and it's fantastic.

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Brandon King

Not a bad little place, usually not to busy. And has darts and pool

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Brittany Walker

Great vibe. The bartenders are pretty cool. 😍

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Leigh Holden

Great small bar to grab a drink. Relaxed atmosphere, good service.

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Monica DeMouche

Stephanie was super nice behind bar, the locals put on a pretty great show, 5 stars all around, no food offered but the drinks were faaantastic

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Amanda Callahan

I’ve had so many great times here! The bartenders are wonderful. The interior is pretty cool. Two dart boards, jukebox, live music and a nice crowd always makes for a great time at 1869!

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Matthew Horton

I don't think they offer food idk.. the atmosphere is one of good times that I've seen so far.. Chris is a great bartender a long day with the other staff.. stop in have a drink see if it's for u.

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J Wright

Great bar to watch Soccer at and enjoy a unique selection of liquor and drinks. This is the only bar in town that carries Powers irish whiskey which is incredible!! Friendly staff and local customers. highly recommend!!!

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Erica Miller

With two dart boards, a pool table, a two player PacMan machine, and live music often - it is a great place to have some drinks with friends! Daily specials and good prices, too.

Monica DeMouche
Monica DeMouche

Stephanie was super nice behind bar, the locals put on a pretty great show, 5 stars all around, no food offered but the drinks were faaantastic

Terence Jackson
Terence Jackson

On Sunday nights they do karaoke and it's fantastic.

Matthew Horton
Matthew Horton

I don't think they offer food idk.. the atmosphere is one of good times that I've seen so far.. Chris is a great bartender a long day with the other staff.. stop in have a drink see if it's for u.

Brittany Walker
Brittany Walker

Great vibe. The bartenders are pretty cool. 😍

Brandon King
Brandon King

Not a bad little place, usually not to busy. And has darts and pool

Claudia Carrasco
Claudia Carrasco

The atmosphere is amazing and chill! The bartender is super sweet and charismatic.

Chris Reeves
Chris Reeves

Darts. Billiards. Cheap drinks. Good people. Karaoke on Sundays.

Amanda Callahan
Amanda Callahan

I’ve had so many great times here! The bartenders are wonderful. The interior is pretty cool. Two dart boards, jukebox, live music and a nice crowd always makes for a great time at 1869!

Steven Apgar
Steven Apgar

Good atmosphere interior is nice. Drinks are good as well. If you want a more chill crowd then this place is it.

ABOORTED last name
ABOORTED last name

We go there Sunday nights.. it's filled with friendly people and one of the best bartenders around..

Michaelene Versace
Michaelene Versace

Had a great time. Karaoke on Sundays are always fun too 😁

Erica Miller
Erica Miller

With two dart boards, a pool table, a two player PacMan machine, and live music often - it is a great place to have some drinks with friends! Daily specials and good prices, too.

J Wright
J Wright

Great bar to watch Soccer at and enjoy a unique selection of liquor and drinks. This is the only bar in town that carries Powers irish whiskey which is incredible!! Friendly staff and local customers. highly recommend!!!

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Christopher Knapp

It's a small bar, decent prices and our bar tender was friendly.

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Lineen Wright

Love is coming for karaoke, but the place always smells like mildew.

Lineen Wright
Lineen Wright

Love is coming for karaoke, but the place always smells like mildew.

Christopher Knapp
Christopher Knapp

It's a small bar, decent prices and our bar tender was friendly.

Dakota Wardhaugh
Dakota Wardhaugh

It would be 5 star if the light to the death star was red and not green

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Gary Patton

Smells like stale beer and old wood that got too wet. Otherwise nice though. There's another bar directly next to it as well which it's basically a clone of this one. All the people are nice and everything it's just smells.

Gary Patton
Gary Patton

Smells like stale beer and old wood that got too wet. Otherwise nice though. There's another bar directly next to it as well which it's basically a clone of this one. All the people are nice and everything it's just smells.

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Charles Red Shirt

The bartender dont know ANY sort of drink. They kinda just sit on their phone and get snobby when they have to get a drink. I dont not recommend this place. 6months ago this place used to be a good nice place to go on the regular.

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Emily Duda

Worst bar I’ve ever been to. There were lots to do in the bar • Darts • Pool And it was very clean But the service and staff were beyond rude. Never have I ever been ignored or refused to cash out. If you do go here bring cash because evidently card is to much for them to handle

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Tony Helm Jr

There was no sign that said cash only, but they didn't accept cards. The shot of tequila I was served had a dead fruit fly in it. The building smelled of mold. 0/10, would not visit again.

Tony Helm Jr
Tony Helm Jr

There was no sign that said cash only, but they didn't accept cards. The shot of tequila I was served had a dead fruit fly in it. The building smelled of mold. 0/10, would not visit again.

Emily Duda
Emily Duda

Worst bar I’ve ever been to. There were lots to do in the bar • Darts • Pool And it was very clean But the service and staff were beyond rude. Never have I ever been ignored or refused to cash out. If you do go here bring cash because evidently card is to much for them to handle

Charles Red Shirt
Charles Red Shirt

The bartender dont know ANY sort of drink. They kinda just sit on their phone and get snobby when they have to get a drink. I dont not recommend this place. 6months ago this place used to be a good nice place to go on the regular.

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