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About Professor Thom's
Professor Thom's was a beloved two-level sports bar located at 219 Second Ave in the East Village, a staple for fans watching big games and gathering for community events. Although the venue is permanently closed with redevelopment discussions dating back to 2020 and pop-ups nearby at 221 2nd Ave, the space’s history remains a key part of New York City’s cultural and sporting gatherings. This page provides a comprehensive look at the venue’s layout, access, and nearby accommodations and dining, so you can discover the area’s amenities and plan future visits to related pop-ups or similar spots.
Key neighborhood highlights include convenient transit access via the L train (3rd Ave) and the 14th St–Union Sq hub (N, Q, R, 4, 5, 6). While there isn’t on-site parking at Professor Thom's, street parking and nearby garages are options you can check with local parking apps. For travelers and visitors, nearby hotels like The Bowery Hotel (335 Bowery) and The Standard East Village (25 Cooper Square) offer comfortable stays within walking distance. If you’re looking to continue the tradition of sports-viewing and alumni events, explore current pop-ups and related venues in the area where staff and organizers carry forward the legacy of game-day gatherings and community tastings.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 219 Second Ave, New York, NY 10003 (between 13th & 14th St).
- Venue type: Sports bar with two levels, including an upstairs lounge; featured a 41-foot bar and around 17 TVs.
- Seating chart/capacity: No public seating chart available; two-level layout (main level and upstairs lounge) with seating arranged by venue staff; exact capacity not publicly disclosed.
- Parking: No on-site parking; rely on street parking or nearby garages; see local parking apps for availability.
- Transit: Nearby options include the L train (3rd Ave) and the 14th St–Union Sq hub (N,Q,R,4,5,6).
- Nearby hotels: The Bowery Hotel (335 Bowery) and The Standard East Village (25 Cooper Square) are nearby.
- Notable events hosted: Known for sports-viewing events (e.g., Wolverine/ Michigan-themed gatherings) and hosted various community/alumni-type events; historic “Lost” viewing parties were part of its lore; has hosted other gatherings like Michigan alumni tastings.
- Status/renamed: Permanently closed (no reopening announced); space was listed for redevelopment in 2020; as of 2026, pop-up events occurred nearby at 221 2nd Ave, suggesting the brand is not operating a permanent venue at 219 2nd Ave.