Silverton’s McIntyre’s Pub Is Now Officially Mac’s Pub

The changes were subtle at first, however now the renovations are complete and Silverton has a newly revamped neighborhood hang, Mac's Pub!

The beloved McIntyre's Pub, at 1747 Hooper Avenue in Toms River, had made the Anchorage Square Plaza it's home since moving operations from Route 37 nearly a decade ago. Original owners Gerry McIntyre and Jim Reynolds had built the already successful pub into a staple of the Silverton community. This year they felt it was time to hand over the reigns, and enjoy some relaxation. However, it was important to the duo to keep the quality and sense of a neighborhood bar where people could meet, eat, and drink. So what better thing to do, than to sort of "keep it in the family".

Local entrepreneur Patrick Lynch and girlfriend, longtime McIntyre's employee, Genesia Apa had been searching for a place to open their dream of a great neighborhood bar and restaurant. Lo and behold, the timing worked out. Suddenly, before you new it, earlier this year it was announced that McIntyre's was being sold to the pair! Furthermore, after the sale, the couple went to work. Pouring time sweat and money into revamping McIntyre's in to their vision. A more modern Irish Pub, without losing the charm of the original place.

The renovations were done smart, but expeditiously. Minimizing downtime by keeping the pub open as much as possible while renovation was being done bit by bit. From the new floor, to the new ceiling. New modern shiplap style walls, professional bar lighting and sound. Furthermore, the couple added even more HD TVs. This gives the place a sports bar feel while keeping it warm and inviting. Finally the menu was tweaked. All the old favorites remain, with some exciting new additions, like bbq ribs, meatloaf, and more. The town wide favorite mussels are still on the menu, however now they can be added to pizza for a one of a kind experience. Speaking of the pizza, they now offer gluten free crust, opening up the menu to even more hungry Silvertionians.

Last week, one of the final touches was put on the new Mac's Pub. Literally. A brand new beautiful sign was erected on the top of the building. The new marquee let's everyone driving by on Hooper Avenue that Mac's Pub is here to stay.  Good luck Pat and Genesia!

Now don't get upset. You won't find Michael or Freddie, or Jason on this list. No no, this list is strictly for the old Hollywood classic horror films that Universal Pictures put out way back in the 1930's and 1940's. No jerk! I'm not THAT old, but when I was a kid in the early 80's up in North Jersey, they used to run them on Saturday Nights at Midnight on channel 13. Used to scare the snot right out of little Jimmy! I don't know what concerned my mom more, me watching Chiller Theater, or whatever it was called, or watching old WWF wrestling, or perhaps Eddie Murphy on Saturday Night Live!

Hey when you are a 12-14 year old boy, that's literally the best time on earth! I mean who doesn't like to watch Drac, Frankie, Wolfie, and all the rest at that age?? No, no, it couldn't have been just me! No way. These classic films have a charm, and quality in the filming and acting that are timeless, even nearly 100 years after they were filmed.  As far as Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff go, they were two of the finest horror actors that ever lived!

Anyway, here is my list, direct from my 1982 bedroom and 13 inch black and white tv! Oh and whatever you do, don't read this with the lights out...The black and white adds to the fear like you wouldn't believe. Especially tonight! Boo to you my friend!

The Great Karloff at his finest. With Colin Clive as the maniacal good doctor, and Dwight Frye as "Fritz" (think Igor).

Lugosi and his eyes. That eerie stirring music. Plus Dwight Frye as "Renfield" (again, think Igor).

Karloff back as the Monster one more time. Clive as the even more deranged Dr., and Elsa Lanchester as the bride with the hairdo that won't quit!

Much of this movie was the inspiration for Mel Brook's "Young Frankenstein". It's pretty funny in it's own right in some parts.

Lon Chaney Jr., Bela Lugosi, Claude Rains. Three horror heavy hitters. But it's the transformation scenes that make this a classic!

Karloff vs Lugosi in a demented, deranged film about...Necrophilia! Look it up if you don't know.