Reviews - Iona

Food, German, Casual

Reviews summary

Nestled in a vibrant neighborhood, Iona has established itself as a cherished bar and restaurant, celebrated for its warm atmosphere and extensive drink selection. Regulars rave about its classic European pub vibe, friendly staff, and a well-curated array of beers, including hard-to-find drafts like Old Speckled Hen. With the best Guinness in NYC and a backyard perfect for summer gatherings, Iona also caters to sports enthusiasts, showcasing UK fixtures. Whether enjoying live music or savoring a unique Dirty Earl cocktail, Iona promises an inviting experience that keeps patrons returning for more.

Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 2443 reviews

Was Juan Gutierrez at Iona a mag?

The Iconic Iona! This bar has been a staple in Williamsburg longer than any other, and it truly is fantastic. While it may just be a bar, it excels in every aspect. The atmosphere is wonderful, the patrons are cheerful, and it's one of the few places that consistently serves Old Speckled Hen on tap. Thank you, Iona, for always being here and for always being amazing! View all feedback.

What Matilde Blick dislikes about Iona:

On Tuesday night, the bartender was the most unprofessional person we've ever encountered. When a party of seven arrives at the bar on a Tuesday evening, they should expect to be treated with some level of courtesy... View all feedback.

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Restaurantsdb

Last update : 22.10.2025

5.0 ★ from 1091 reviews
marco-monti-weed173
22.10.2025

A piece of heaven on grand street. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

simon-garrett-2
22.10.2025

Actually, the best pub in America. Price per person: $100+

Google

Last update : 25.01.2024

4.6 ★ from 364 reviews
dominic-arlistico-2
25.01.2024

Nice lively place great friendly bartender

steve-havelka
25.01.2024

It's all right. Bit spendy for well drinks.

lucas-goldsmith
25.01.2024

Best Dirt Earl’s in the city! Just ask the bartender for a Dirty Earl, and you won’t be disappointed. It’s a fantastic combination of cider at the bottom, followed by a mix of white and wheat beer, topped off with more cider. The vibe is incredible. Absolutely scrumptious!

michael-o-sullivan
25.01.2024

Lively atmosphere. Good selection of drinks.

darren-dickson-1
25.01.2024

This is a Scottish bar, despite what Google Maps might suggest. The staff are fantastic, and they serve excellent Guinness, rated 9 out of 10, along with a wide variety of drinks and whiskeys. There's a spacious garden, live piano music, and an energetic atmosphere—what more could you ask for? Be sure to check this place out! And for those from Britain and Ireland, there's a great selection of crisps available as well.

Restaurantji

Last update : 17.12.2023

4.2 ★ from 79 reviews
anton
17.12.2023

Dope backyard super friendly

simon
17.12.2023

“A great pint of Ursula K. Le Guin” Shauna Buckley

florian-ppm
17.12.2023

Iona is a charming restaurant with a spotless ambiance and outstanding service. Its beautiful backyard provides an ideal setting for summer enjoyment. They also boast an excellent variety of beers.

vladimir-petelin
17.12.2023

Noisy but nice bar. a lot of guests. I thought most people knew each other.

m-boyd
17.12.2023

The atmosphere is chill and the drinks are affordable. They have lots of seating a huge outdoor area, but there is no music outside.

Int Restaurants

Last update : 05.08.2023

4.1 ★ from 694 reviews
andrew-1638
05.08.2023

This place is incredibly small but boasts an outstanding selection of local beers on tap. I highly recommend it to everyone!

juan-630
05.08.2023

The Iconic Iona! This bar has been a staple in Williamsburg longer than any other, and it truly is fantastic. While it may just be a bar, it excels in every aspect. The atmosphere is wonderful, the patrons are cheerful, and it's one of the few places that consistently serves Old Speckled Hen on tap. Thank you, Iona, for always being here and for always being amazing!

sonicdeatheater
05.08.2023

This is one of the best bars in Brooklyn. They offer live music, and the bartenders are friendly and attentive. The drink selection is excellent, and they're open until 2 AM.

brandon-927
05.08.2023

Don’t know how after years I’m the neighborhood I just discovered this bar, incredible Scottish pub with a great selection of hard to find draft beers like Old Speckled Hen, I’ll be frequenting often! Staff is very friendly as well.

paul-1764
05.08.2023

Iona is such an amazing little bar. Whether it is for a chilled beer in the afternoon, or to watch the football (soccer) the atmosphere always fits right!! Staff are friendly, beer selection is great (has a few UK classics), and shows most UK sports fixtures. Would recommend if you need a place to watch.

Menu

Last update : 09.04.2023

3.0 ★ from 3 reviews
matilde05
09.04.2023

On Tuesday night, the bartender was the most unprofessional person we've ever encountered. When a party of seven arrives at the bar on a Tuesday evening, they should expect to be treated with some level of courtesy...

layne36
09.04.2023

I went out for drinks with friends on Friday at 7:00 PM. When we arrived, the place was almost empty, so we had no issues finding seats. The few...

blair51-1
09.04.2023

The neighborhood is fantastic! It's a perfect spot to drop by after catching a movie at Williamsburg Kinos on a Friday night. They have an extensive beer selection, featuring options like Talea Sauer.

Yelp
4.0 ★ from 155 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.0 ★ from 57 reviews

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Alternatively, there is also a different parking lot, Wholefoods Williamsburg. This lies only 225 m away from Iona.

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