Inside the beloved NYC Irish neighborhood that’s had its cover blown on social media — but locals say the more the merrier

There’s something in the Éire up there.

Tucked away as far north as you can go in New York City and still be in The Bronx, Woodlawn — affectionately known as NYC’s “Little Ireland” — is a cozy enclave of Irish pubs, family-run cafes, and Celtic charm.

Strolling along Katonah and McLean Avenues, steps from a Metro North Harlem Line station and a little farther from the nearest 4 train stops at Nereid Ave. and 233rd St., it’s easy to forget you’re still in the Big Apple, or the United States — lilting accents mingle with the scent of fresh soda bread, fiddles float from pub windows, and the vibe in the locally-owned businesses tends to be as welcoming as a Killarney kitchen…

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