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Club Review
Hoboken’s Pot O’ Gold
By Melissa Meisel
O’Donoghue’s has meant something for everyone. It’s actually two bars in one; and with a capacity of 350 people, they are one of the biggest clubs in Hoboken. The main room houses the stage area - which features New Jersey’s hottest bands on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, K-Rock DJ Covino from Solid State drops records every Thursday night. But, if you’re in the mood to just kick back, relax, and shoot some pool, they have a lounge area in their back room.
Tuesday’s drink specials include $2.50 Michelob Lights, Wednesdays are $3 Bud bottles. They also have a full-menu of American eats like burgers, fries, and chicken sandwiches…foods complimentary to their hearty drinks.
Musicians take note: On Sundays, O’Donoghue’s has Hoboken’s best open mic night, hosted by Jester. The best open mic performers then get selected for paying gigs on Mondays and Tuesdays. Kosco is still trying to convince Steppin Out’s own Dan Lorenzo to come down one night and show off a little. This year St. Patrick’s Day falls on a Monday, so they will feature live music by Jordan.
What makes O’Donoghue’s different from other bars in the area is its down-home vibe in an urban setting. Kosco explains, “Everyone feels at home at O’Donoghue’s whether it is their first time or their thousandth time through the door. I think that’s a tribute to our staff.”
O’Donoghue’s first opened its doors in 1987, but Kosco bought it in December 2000. He explains, “This was my old college hangout…I’ve always loved this bar!” Sounds like Kosco has found his very own pot o’ gold at the end of the rainbow.
O’Donoghue’s is located at 205 First St. in Hoboken. For more information call 201.798.5595 or go to odonoghues.com. March 12-18 |
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