by Emma Davey It’s the end of an era, for sure. Irene’s Pub (623 Manhattan Ave.) is no more.
Owner Irene Kabala thanked customers for their support over the years via a note left on the front door. “After an incredible 44 years serving the Greenpoint Community, we are closing our doors and moving on…” the note read in part, “We look forward to seeing what the new owners have in store for this wonderful bar.”
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new owners won’t. the classic neighborhood dive bar is on its deathbed. sad.
My dad Red hung out in there back in the 80s&90s that’s when it was still Walkers right around when she first bought it , Bill Tiller use to play guitar there on Saturday, nights
Does anyone know if Irene went to St Alphonsus grammar school on Java St.?