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3.8 (176 reviews)
ModerateBars, Pizza, Irish
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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H W.

WBC. World's Best Chili. Cold beer, Sunday puzzles and tv (soccer). You can't go wrong. Service . Guinness. Local is it. Local it is.

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Amanda S.

The food was delicious. Such a hearty burger and the thin crispy crust of the pizza is right up my alley. We sat at the bar in the corner and the staff made sure we were taken care of. Super friendly snd helpful and recommending beer! A great pub feel and welcoming place. We will certainly be back.

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Amanda T.

This is your Beer and Wing stop. Everything else was meh. Burger seemed like a hotel room burger and the shepherds pie was such a disappointment. It tasted like freezer food. Unfortunately our waitress was less than pleasant. The decorations and vibe are great. I would come again for beer and appetizers but I would probably stay away from the entrees.

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Maria G.

Ambiance of the place is cozy and a little dark. Service was excellent. They greet you as soon as you enter. The food came after 40mon we were a party of 6. The food was good. Nice presentation on all the food. Temperature of the food was warm close to hot. Everything came out good. Parking is right in front of the location.

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Katie P.

We came back because we loved it so much last time. Again very good with kids. They loved the free mints and gum at the entrance and playing tick tac toe and coloring while waiting. Kids menu was reasonable and grilled cheese was a hit with 2 of them. The other had spaghetti and I thought it was mid (expected at an Irish pub) but he enjoyed. I had the steak sandwich and it was on delicious garlic bread. The fries were also amazing. The kids enjoyed hot chocolate but were disappointed that they got it in a paper cup and didn't have the fresh whipped cream from the last time so have to deduct a star for that. Overall it was a great experience and we will return when we're in the area

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One of my favorite places. Family owned Really great service and food is excellent. Great place to watch a sporting event.

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Great Pizza, good Irish Stew. Friendly service. Nice place to have lunch or dinner, meet up with old friends.

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Great go-to when you can't decide what you want. Friendly service and the food is great! Homey environment and food comes quickly.

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