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Soldier McGee Tavern

Formerly Raccoon Lodge

480 Amsterdam Ave. · at 83rd St
Upper West Side, Manhattan

In 2026

Closed; now Florentin Bistro and Bar

Last licensed here under this name: 2016–18. Later here: Jg Melon (licensed 2019–21), Barnacho (licensed 2021–23).

Checked October 19, 2026.

Overview

Eight 50" plasma TVs, 20 beers on tap, and a standard bar food menu, make this large corner bar a slightly better place to watch the game than the other half dozen sports bars nearby.

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