Ryan's Daughter
About us
Today, almost four decades later, she still stands in the heart of historic Yorkville. Ryan's Daughter is a proud member of this ever-changing community. All grown up, she has held on to the charms of her younger days and picked up a bit of wisdom. Even a new face will feel at home when given the good service that long-time regulars have come to expect. In this way, Ryan's Daughter serves as a connection back to the tavern culture of bygone days. Come, join us.
History
When first opened in 1979, Ryan's Daughter announced herself as a “New Pub on an Old Spot”. There had been a bar at 350 East 85th Street since the Prohibition Era. During that time, it operated not so much as a speakeasy or gin-joint, but a local club. Official licensing came in the late 1930's, as the “Old Stream.” This German-owned watering hole catered to the residents of Yorkville until the mid-1970's. Then, in 1974, the Irish moved in. The “Old Stream” became the “Minstrel Boy,” founded by an Irish-born, retired NYPD officer.