Darrell Holmes

Nice after work irish pub in Washington Heights.

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Le Cheile has long been a cornerstone of the neighborhood—a warm, welcoming spot that helped shape the area’s identity. Though it’s been a while since my last visit, I still hold a deep fondness for its tasty food, spacious layout, and the added bonus of being just a short walk from the George Washington Bridge view. Since I haven’t been recently, I can’t speak to the current service. But during my many visits in the past, the staff—especially during the Joey, Chris, Helen, and Amanda era—was always friendly and close-knit. Service could be a bit slow at times, more out of friendly chatter than inefficiency, but overall it added to the charm.

Blake Rasmussen

Not a bad little Irish pub. The food is fine, the beers are little warm to be honest, but the inside is cozy, nice, and it’s a fun spot to hang out and have some appetizers. Not a bad spot, and I might come back at some point. One note, for larger groups (we were 5), they do not split the bill.

+3

Davin Davis

On a whim, I stopped in as I've always been curious passing by. Very pleased with my meal. Waitstaff was very helpful. I had the Guinness and fish & chips. The chips were standard fries, so on the OK side. The star was the fish, as it should be. Great cook here: juicy, flaky and well seasoned batter. The tarter sauce really helped give it a great complete bite, although the fish can stand on its own just fine. One of the better fish & chips I've had in a while. Recommended.

Frugal Cyclist

Dropped in here for a bite while waiting for a tow after my truck broke down on the GW bridge entrance. Walked in and felt very cozy & quaint. I’m loving the bar setup & vibes. Got the corned beef hash for $18, add Mimosa for $2 more. Happy hour is $5 wines. After 2 drinks I’m really starting to like this place. Finished the meal with a slice of carrot cake. My only complaint is that the corned beef hash was overly greasy, I’m talking cholesterol & artery clogging grease. A bit risqué? 😅😅

+18

Dunn Success Fully

Great food and drinks. Long wait time for entree. I was told that there was a kitchen mix-up. I ordered the entrée first, then my appetizer. The appetizers arrived. My guest's entrée crab burger arrived. But not my crab lobster ravioli. The table that was seated ten minutes after us steak sandwiches arrived before the waiter decided to ask if everything was OK. Then I informed him of my missing entrée. To which he then checked and inputted my order, and I had to watch my guest eat while I waited ten minutes for my food.

+11

David Bruce

Old school Irish pub. Locals having late lunch Tuesday afternoon. Cheap drinks until 7pm. Irish stew is good and filling.

Yasin Ali

They cheap drinks, $4 drafts. Fish and chips had a strong fishy smell. Friend ordered burger medium and it was well done and slightly burnt. Go for drinks, not food.

+2

Gregory Washington

So yesterday, Christmas Day a friend and I went for an early dinner at Le Cheile. I knew something was wrong when the staff person at the door asked me “Is there something you want here?” I ignored the slight & gave him a pass as I realized English was not his first language. I replied that I wanted a table for 2. He directed me to a table. I waited for my friend. When she arrived (an elderly white woman) he came over with the menus My friend ordered then I ordered. I noticed that the staff person had his back turned to me while taking her order. When it was my turn he did a brief but not complete turn toward me. Never made eye contact. When my friend requested desert I said I’d like desert ….but he was gone. My friend jokingly replied “ guess you don’t merit desert”. The meal was mediocre and presentation was poor especially it being a holiday. My friends plate looked like dog food with slices of turkey. I knew we overstayed our welcome when a young server came over and asked if we needed anything. When we said no she put the check in front of my friend. She never acknowledged me even though I was holding up my AMEX card My point is that the staff treated my whitebfriend deferentially but ignored me. Totally. But no worries. They won’t have a chance to do it again

Herrvald Nexxus

Le Cheile has fallen off since 2023. Warm beer, Bad food, and Hit-or-Miss service. Really would like to see a new business (with new ideas) take over.