Dorrian's Red Hand, also known simply as Dorrian's, is a famed

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bar located at 1616 Second Avenue at East 84th Street, on the

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, New York. Started by Irish immigrant James "Red Dog" Dorrian in 1960 and operated by his son Jack, the popular hangout became a social pillar for preppy Upper East Side teenagers, college students, and young urban professionals. It is known for its "old time" atmosphere and the chummy and clubby demeanor of its patrons. Today, the bar is still family-owned and managed by Jack Dorrian's son, Jimmy. Dorrian's has expanded to a second location in Jersey City,

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. Dorrian's Red Hand is a common hang out for the players of the

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In popular culture

Dorrian's has served as a filming location for ''

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'', ''The Deli'', and episodes of ''

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* Irish-American culture in New York City Irish restaurants in the United States Restaurants in Manhattan Drinking establishments in Manhattan Restaurants established in 1960 Restaurants in New Jersey Upper East Side Second Avenue (Manhattan) 1960 establishments in New York City {{Manhattan-struct-stub

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