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Historic Race Track Bar in Queens Saved from Closure #NeirsForYears

Editor | Jan 11, 2020

In follow-up to our previous report of the impending closure of Neir's Tavern due to a rent hike, we are pleased to announce the historic bar located in Queens, New York, will remain open for business. Late Friday, news outlets reported that city leaders assisted Neir's owner Loy …

Neir’s Tavern in Queens, Opened in 1829 by the Union Race Course, Will Close January 12

Editor | Jan 9, 2020

While in New York for the 2013 Belmont Stakes, Times staff visited Neir's Tavern in Woodhaven, knowing its unique history and ties to the sport of horse racing. Neir's was originally opened in 1829 as The Blue Pump Room by Cadwallader Colden, track proprietor for the nearby Union …

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Historic Race Track Bar in Queens Saved from Closure #NeirsForYears

Neir’s Tavern in Queens, Opened in 1829 by the Union Race Course, Will Close January 12

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