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Irish Times

3.4 (425 reviews)
ModerateIrish, Pubs, Sports Bars
Closed • 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Casual
Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Shot and a beer
Bob U.

Legit Irish pub, but with a lot of TV screens for sports broadcasts. There was a 49ers game the day we stopped by and lots of patrons wearing SF gear, so I guess it's popular on game day. Not cheap though. A Guinness and a shot of Red Breast is $26 before tip. Even by SF standards this seems too high.

Echo T.

Such a great place! The spirit and camaraderie from the guests, and the ambiance from the staff make you want to come back over and over again. Special shout out to Mel, for going above and beyond, and for making me feel more than welcome!

Shirley Temple
Mikella N.

Went for a work event. Staff is incredibly kind and hard working, despite us being quite loud and boisterous. Food and drinks are great, had a Long Island Iced Tea. My friends notably enjoyed the Scooby Snacks and the Adios, MF.

Beer. Liquor. Televisions.
Justin H.

First of all, why am I at a bar at 2pm on a Tuesday? Let that sink in. Can't really fault much here. Found just was I was looking for: an Irish Pub. It's properly dim, although not much natural light could penetrate the skyscrapers surrounding this cave. There is a mixed crowd pinned to a football (soccer) match between LIV and PSG, whoever the fudge they are. Liverpool and...Persnickety Soccer Guys, I guess. Soccer on 6 of the 8 tvs in this joint. The remaining 2 tvs are NBA analysis blah blah blah. The single bartender is working the entire establishment while doing prep for the evening shift. That's standard. There are 3 females in the bar, including the bartender, and one male/female couple. Why am I describing the mundane details of what is practically every bar in America at 2pm? Because I'm at a bar. And it's 2pm. Maybe you should ask yourself why you're still reading this. Huh? Yeah, I thought so. This is my way of contributing to, um, America? You are welcome, America. You can thank me in beer. I'll take a raincheck, I got a ferry to catch. That's a boat, in case you're listening to my audio-only review, available at most nowheres.

Maruko X.

The Irish bar is very crowded inside, old fashioned decorations and elements for the holiday seasons. I've tried the tequila shot there, and it was very ordinary.

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Rachel W.

You ABSOLUTELY have to appreciate a place that gives you your choice of yellow mustard! That aside, the Fish and Chips are delicious. I love a spot that has beer battered fish, and the batter and the fish don't separate. They are meaty, juicy, crispy, and flavorful in one bite. This is a good spot for Fish and Chips, great bar service, fun staff, and great music.

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Great place that feels comfortable in a bit of a dry part of town. Staff was solid and sit at the bar, you may make a new friend.

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