Healy's Inn

As the song goes, “sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name.” Healy’s Inn is such a place. Patrons are greeted warmly by both the staff and the other customers as they arrive. If you are a newcomer, not to worry, soon you’ll feel right at home.

This is a neighborhood restaurant were the locals turn out to enjoy simple, well-prepared food at very reasonable prices. The busy bar was packed when we arrived and by the time we were leaving the rear dining room was full. Though the inviting bar is definitely a great place to stop in for a cocktail, make no mistake Healy's is a family restaurant and features a “Kid’s Corner” menu with a number of items, all of which include a drink and ice cream for desert for only $7.

The menu includes a selection of pub staples to start your meal including Bacon & Cheddar Potato Skins, Fried Calamari and Chicken Wings, which are available with your choice of 6 different sauces. We enjoyed the Steamed Clams – the plump Little Necks swimming in a delectable garlic broth. We also tried the unique Bourbon Hog Wings – mini pork shanks, sauced to perfection with a tangy-sweet glaze. A bowl of spicy Red Bean soup had just the right amount of heat and was a great beginning on a cool fall evening.

For entrees Healy’s has all the bases covered. Beef lovers can choose from a selection of Black Angus offerings including top sirloin steaks and an assortment of tasty burgers. There are enticing chicken and seafood specialties including Irish Whisky Chicken and the house special Fish & Chips. A number of fresh salad selections are available, all featuring home-made dressings. One of the evening’s specials, Pot Roast, was a winner – the fork tender beef was served with freshly made “smashed” potatoes, creamed spinach and red cabbage. We were also pleased with the French Dip, slices of Black Angus beef served with a perfectly seasoned au jus.

Our waitress Janet, a ten-year veteran of Healy’s, was a joy. She took the time to explain some of the menu items and shared some stories about the restaurant and their customers. Besides the daily specials, Healy’s has a number of theme nights – Monday is Mexican Dinner Specials Night, Wednesdays is “All-You-Can-Eat Pasta Night” which includes salad and complementary glass of wine for only $11. Thursday is “Beer & A Burger” night where you can enjoy one of their Black Angus burgers and a beer at a discounted price. Speaking of beer, Healy’s prides itself in their ever-changing selection of draft beers. There is a happy hour from 4PM to 7PM, Monday through Friday and Janet told us that it’s not uncommon for the bar to offer specials during big sporting events on the weekends.

Good food, good prices and a good bunch of people. It won’t be too long before we’re back at Healy’s Inn – and chances are next time they will know our name. Cheers!

Healy's Inn

54A Broadway, Greenlawn

(631) 754-2700