Looks may be deceiving...def a good dive bar for cheap drinks. They have live music on the back patio when it's warm.

This place could be a good dive bar. Most of the staff, Particularly the women bartenders in one of the front bars were cool and very nice. The one man bartender (must be the one that had been mentioned on other reviews) went ballistic and was yelling at us. I have never seen that kind of behavior from any bartender or server. read more

This is a great place for cheap drinks and great live music! Okay, it is a little rundown and old, but very nice bartenders and clientele. I don't think I would order food here. We had a great time after a wedding for an after party. read more

Johnnie MacCrackens Celtic Pub - The vibe - Pubs Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

My $11 espresso martini came like this... NOPE. This was quite disappointing and I will not be coming back. read more

Johnnie MacCrackens Celtic Pub - Espresso martini - Pubs Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Was in town for a wedding , I went to a restaurant to meet some friends after a long week. It was such a great decision. As soon as we arrived, I loved the ambience! The décor was stylish yet comfortable, and the music created a relaxed mood. The food and service was amazing! Everything we ordered tasted fresh and flavorful, and our server was kind and attentive. We spent hours talking, laughing, and enjoying each other's company. It turned out to be a perfect night out. read more

Just awful. I'm from Ireland and I found this establishment cringe worthy and didn't resemble anything about Ireland. The music was ridiculous and the bartender was useless. He even contradicted me on what we have and do in Ireland. Yes everyone like a fool. Not. wont be back. Nothing authentic about this place at all. It was also filthy including the restrooms. read more

The bartenders were friendly enough but the place could use some updates. It's grungy to say the least. As someone who is sensitive to spirits there is some negative energy there so I probably won't be back for that reason. I don't mind ghosts as long as they leave me alone. After going there I googled the bar and the Marietta Square a bit and did indeed learn it was haunted by MANY spirits so if you like that sort of thing maybe visit. read more

Yes , I went to johnny mccracken's with my uncle , and we met a nice bartender lady there named patty and she showed us around the pub , and I already knew it was a hundred and eighty five year old fire station because they had the guys picture who was a fire chief , and it's a really nice place to bring your family or your girlfriend or friends and have a drink or have something to and the people were really nice.Patty was really nice to me and my uncle read more

Really enjoyed this pub. Loved the drinks and ambience, food was good wish the fish n chips were a bit more flavorful but not bad. 4/5 would definitely come back for a beer again! read more

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This place did more than just pick up the slack where the High Note (see my last post on them) dropped the ball. They had an outdoor patio where there was live music and a bar to order from. The artists were great abs there was plenty of room for people to enjoy the atmosphere. They even have an Igloo full of cold water for you to help yourself. They saved the Friday night! read more

I've frequented so-called Irish pubs across the continental United States for over a decade, and I just happened to return this weekend from a week in Ireland, and my take on Johnnie MacCrackens is: The drinks are great. The food is . . . fine. And the atmosphere is perfect for those who love the dive bar aesthetic. And service was lovely as well! read more

While the atmosphere was great the cocktails were horrible. The service was okay and the staff assumed I was below 21 and asked for my ID in the most confrontational manner as possible. Felt really uncomfortable and will not go back. Definitely an older scene. read more

Stopped in for lunch today and was blown away by the Reuben Sandwich! Can't wait to try other menu items.

The place gets 3 stars for its dive bar ambience and we'll priced drinks. There was also live music on a thuesday night. They have multilple rooms to hang and a few of them upstairs had the presidnential debate. The voice was low so we couldnt hear and went back to the live music area. The food is strictly average. The fish and chips was alright but the Shepard pie was a disappointment and did not have the traditional potato layer read more

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Love Guinness but my god, what horrible service. Bartender Matt had quite the attitude. Was invited by some lovely ladies... took maybe 10 minutes to get a beer and threatened to get kicked out by the second (took twice as long). Great environment for men but boy do they hate women. Don't bother going. Genuinely the oddest (derogatory) experience at a bar I have ever had. You would think the Christmas spirit would still be alive- but no. The grinch must haunt this space. read more

Fun atmosphere, fantastic for a pint a bite. Nothing says fantastic dive bar like sawdust on the floor and Christmas decorations up in March. Our lunch started with a chef's choice charcuterie board. Everything was enjoyable. Loved every meat selection and got to sample the house potato salad. (Best side in the house). Draft house alcoholic root beer was a tasty treat. 70 beers on tap. We ordered a burger and a Philly to split. Pass on the Philly. Bread to meat ratio is not favorable. Or, if your drunk, perfect filler bread ratio. Burger was thick and flavorful. Tots- soooo crispy Brussel sprouts- well seasoned though little watery Garlic mash- meh. Fresh, house made, skip-able Bartender was a joy. Solid showing. Would go back again for a relaxing, non rushed drinking lunch. Oh- the Ugly Cake. On of the best slices of fluffy cream filled dripped hard top chocolate cake ever. Not too sweet. Get it. read more

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We're not locals to the Atlanta area but decided to come try out this Irish pub. So happy we did!!! Upon walking in, the place looked very rustic and had a bunch of decor around the area. The pub does have different openings you can enter. One has a dining area and the other one is more so of for getting drinks and socializing (more so of a bar area). Throughout the pub, there are different rooms where you can sit and relax and enjoy the bustling atmosphere. It can get a little loud when it's crowded but that's expected of a pub. There's a live band that plays sometimes too! The service was really really good! The bartenders were very helpful and quick to serve us. Now, this is not the usual you sit down and order concept, you order your food and drinks both at the bar. You get your drinks there and they bring out your food to your table. Our "server" was very quick and attentive to us as well, even after he brought out our food. Here's what we got (I went with my husband and a group of friends): Peach cider: 8/10 - tart, refreshing, delicious! I could taste the distinct peach flavor and it was very refreshing to drink on a hot summer day. I wish there were a little bit more of the peach flavor because I love peaches! Fish and chips: 8.5/10 - For the price and quality, this was worth it! I do not like fish that is fishy to the taste and I could not taste the fishiness of the fish (cod) and the batter was fried to perfection. The chips (french fries) were delicious as well! The seasoning they put on the fries gave it nice zing and the tartar sauce was superb! I added freshly squeezed lemon juice to my fish and malt vinegar to my fries and dipped it with the tartar sauce. Each bite tasted like I was in heaven. The portion size was reasonable for the price as well! I will say that the fish was a little bit oily but the flavor was so good! Chicken Schnitzel: 7/10 - I had a bite of my husband's dish and it was really flavorful. The chicken patty was fried perfectly and the mushroom and gravy sauce was light and not too heavy. I wish there was more mushroom flavor because I love the robust taste of mushrooms but nonetheless, it was pretty good. The only reason I'm knocking off one star is because the bathroom was kind of dirty. The trash was filled to the brim and there was alot of dust and dirt in there. It just didn't overall feel clean. Overall, I would come back for the drinks and food. I've never been to Ireland so I can't compare how it is to the pubs over there but I will say that me and my friends enjoyed our time here. read more

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The Jared Kushner-looking bartender gave me some sass when I ordered a lemonade. I kinda liked it....

Some friends recommended this spot so we stopped in to check it out. Located in downtown Marietta, this is a unique pub with several different rooms, bars, and an outdoor area. There are several European beers on tap, as well as domestic craft offerings. The menu is what you'd expect from a pub; several appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, and some traditional entrees. We tried (and loved) the Irish Nachos, which are tots topped with corned beef, cheddar, and a horseradish sauce. We also ordered a basket of fried pickles, spears that are coated in a tempura batter. A unique and tasty way to enjoy fried pickles! For meals, we ordered the chicken and chips, fish and chips, cheese burger, and wings. The food took a little while to come out, but it was all hot and fresh when it arrived. Everyone enjoyed their entrees, however, the wings were not well-seasoned and didn't have a lot of flavor. The staff were helpful and the atmosphere was very laidback where we sat. The building itself was interesting and fun to see. We'd go back for drinks and apps, for sure! read more

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Johnnie McCrackens is a true to form Celtic pub. It boasts spaces for people of all types to get together and enjoy high quality offerings at a competitive price. It's great to see a locally owned spot retain its beating heart. Service was fantastic, this place is truly one of a kind. read more

This is the certainly the definition of a dive bar. Dark and grungy, I debated whether to even have a drink here. I tried their MacCrackens IPA; I don't know who makes this for them but it was not very good. Patrons order at the bar as there is no table service. The weekend I was here, there were only two people working: one behind the bar and one in the kitchen. Service was slow to get a drink, but the bartender was friendly. He was also responsible for busing the tables, needless to say the place was in disarray. I used the restroom while I was there and it was just gross. Old, nasty fixtures, dirty, and no hand soap! Glad I didn't eat here. The interior of the restaurant was also thick with dust, doesn't look like it has ever been dusted. Hard pass on any future visits. read more

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Does an out-of-town tourist type guy go to the local Irish Pub? Yes, and it was spur of the moment. Uh oh, that's dangerous for an Irish descendent! Now, I'm, not a bar guy or a beer drinker but, I had just come out of the coin shop next door, with a serendipitous purchase of an 1838 coin that was representative of my great grandfather's election to the sheriff in 1838 in this town! I felt like celebrating. Also, it was afternoon traffic time so....I stepped into the Pub. Definite Go read more

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Excellent food, excellent service, the vibe is fun and the drink menu is so large they have it scrolling on TV screens. Will definitely visit again and again read more

Food! Greasy and overbearing; fish n chips not anywhere the light and fluffy fish n chips that rank as genuine

One of the better craft beer bars in the area. Service was quick and prices are quite reasonable. IMHO, this is a place dedicated beer lovers should visit for the broad selection of quality beers on tap. As an Irish-sounding pub, I score them on their Shepard's pie. On the plus side: -it was a reasonable portion, -they had peas and corn (and beans). On the "room for improvement " side, the ratio of potatoes vs rest leaned heavily toward potatoes . Would return again in a heartbeat for the beer. read more

Wonderful dinner there on Saturday evening. The place was starting to rock by 9pm. Sadly it was very cold out and I wasn't dressed properly along with having a cold, so we left by 9:30 We're looking forward to going there again. It's a very similar to Irish pubs where I'm from. read more

Johnnie MacCrackens Celtic Pub - Jami and I had a lovely meal tonight - Pubs Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Always friendly people, attentive bar tenders, and reasonably priced food. A go to spot for sure!

Not really what I had expected from an Irish Pub. Ordered fish and chips. French fries were soggy and the fish had an old oil taste to it.. Service was slow due to not enough servers to accommodate the number of customers. Woman behind the bar was cordial and was doing the best she could with everything that was happening. Loved being able to eat outside and after ordering the food it was delivered in a timely manner and was hot. read more

This is an awesome whole in the wall pub on Marietta Square. There are decorations all over the walls and ceilings and it smells like fire inside (in a good way). The drinks and the burgers were great! read more

Johnnie MacCrackens Celtic Pub - Menu - Pubs Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Drinks are strong, food is tasty, karaoke is a good time. What else could you ask for in a place like this? Great bar.

I stop by this spot for a pint and a burger every time I'm in town. The pints are well poured and still pretty reasonably priced! The burgers have gone up in price but are still on what's considered the cheaper side of pub food. What I like about the burgers, is that despite being around $10 or $11, the meat is ground in house and is seemingly good quality. Even though they don't cook with varying temperatures much, the burger always comes out juicy and tasty! I had the burger with pimiento cheese this last time. There were no complaints from my buddies either. They all seemed to really enjoy their burgers. They also have good fish and chips, although I haven't tried them in years haha! I would definitely say that this spot is worth a try if you are in the Marietta Square area. read more

This place is great. Low key with GREAT service. Total pub style with a neighborhood vibe. Their pretzel appetizer is top notch. Seriously amazing mostly because it's hot and the sauce is delish. Love their back patio which has their own bars and is outside. read more

Pretty good food and live music!! I'd go here if you want more of the bar scene and live music. The food is restaurant quality. read more

My limited personal experience is that the staff member running the Johnny MacCracken's FB page is at best a liar and cyberbully and at worst a thief. I lost a bracelet at MacCracken's and reached out to them on Facebook requesting a FB post to help me find it. They initially agreed, then ignored me for weeks, and when I kept persisting, the person responding became quite aggressive with me and refused to help. I can only assume they may be in possession of my property, otherwise this behavior is nonsensical. There are several more receipts (screenshots) of the exchange that are not included because they contain a large amount of personal identification data. lostbraceletmaccrackenspub@gmail.com read more

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This place is what most of America has been missing. It's something I've been missing for a few years now! Good crowds, solid music from a local band who were authentic to themselves and built energy for people rather than depending on the crowd for it. Good prices on food and drink. Good history and it looks like it's roots are in a veteran and fireman population, which is worth supporting. I'll be going back every year I visit Marietta! The thing that would push them into 5 star territory is having a signature drink to match their killer fish n chips, more malt vinegar as the entire establishment only had one when I went, and cleaner bathrooms. I mean, what do you expect at a pub. At least they have them!haha do yourself a favor and go! read more

Johnnie MacCrackens Celtic Pub - A good time, finally - Pubs Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

You'll find just about any walk of life in this bar. Four different bars with a different vibe at each one. Bartenders are all fantastic and the food is great. Stay late for the music on the back patio on weekends. Lots of places to sit and talk to friends and meet new people. Absolutely the best place to spend St Patrick's Day! read more

Without question the best pub in the area - maybe even the Southeast. Plenty of locals, constant flow of new customers, best pint of Guinness around and best selection of Irish whiskies. Food is always spot on and the staff is just as eclectic as the clientele and always fun to be around. That's why I'm a regular! read more

Johnnie MacCrackens Celtic Pub - As good a pint as you'll find anywhere! - Pubs Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

We stumbled into here because the wait times in the Marietta square on this Sunday were atrocious. This place and a couple other bars had space but that was it You seat yourself & eventually a server / bartender finds you. It took awhile to place our order but once she came by the first time, it was fine. There were menus on the table but it was 9pm and they switch to late night then so she took the menus away and gave us limited late night menus. I wasn't thrilled about my choices but I ended up getting wings & Irish tater tots nachos. The wings were awesome, I ordered hot & they weren't too spicy but I loved the sauce (and there was plenty of sauce). I forgot to take a pic of the nachos but they were ok, had corned beef I think. The ranch they came with was excellent though. We didn't get any alcohol so I can't tell you how their beer selection is but I did glance at it and there were a lot of choices! read more

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Rude, inattentive staff. Sloppy, messy food. Attitude and disgust was not what I ordered, but I was served plenty of it . Made to feel like I was intruding, when all I wanted was a pint and a bite to eat ! read more

JOHNNIE MACCRACKEN'S IS RACIST. They deleted my original review! I am a white, married mother of 3 young children and we live in Atlanta. My husband (also white) and our kids have frequented this establishment numerous times for a weekend lunch on the restaurant side and have enjoyed it as it is a laid back, relaxed, and family friendly place. We've also been there when other families were there as well. On Sunday, July 2, 2023, at approximately 1:30 in the afternoon, my husband and I, along with our kids, brought my brother, his Haitian American wife, and their 3 young children who are from Wisconsin to MacCracken's for lunch as we thought they'd enjoy it as much as we did. Right when we walked in, the bartender (a man with reddish brown parted hair and glasses) told us that the restaurant was not technically kid friendly, but if we could keep our kids well behaved and quiet, everything should be ok. We ordered our food as normal. The children were not loud, not disruptive, not rude or yelling, not a nuisance. They were sitting at the table chatting and playing board games. My 11 year old son and my 8 year old nephew were playing the board game SORRY during the meal, and packed it up to put it away. As my son was walking to put the game away, the bartender came over to him and snatched it out of his hand without saying a word. As my brother was paying his tab to leave, I calmly and in a very respectful manner, approached the bartender and requested that if MacCracken's is indeed not a kid friendly establishment, the staff should mark this clearly on the door. He immediately snapped at me with "This is a dive bar! This isn't a kid friendly restaurant! This isn't for kids!" I went on (again, calmly) to explain to him that my family had dined there numerous times before at the same time as other families and we were never treated poorly, never asked to leave, never told that it was not an appropriate place for kids. I also reminded him that all of the kids in our families were behaving well and not being a problem for the other patrons, to which he disrespectfully responded, "OK!" with an eye roll. The bartender went on to yell at my brother, my husband, and me about the terrible tip that he was given (we left 18% which I regret every penny of) and then 2 patrons at the bar (who were completely uninvolved) decided to get involved. They immediately started yelling at us and telling us to leave. One of these patrons was also vaping at the bar. There is a sign on the front door which explicitly says that vaping is not allowed inside, yet in this instance I guess it was all good? Sure. I have since called MacCracken's and have spoken with the owner who did indeed reassure me that children and families are invited as guests as long as it is before 9:00pm, when it is 21 and older. She was humble and did apologize, but we will never be back. MacCracken's is a racist establishment. The bartender and patrons who yelled at us are racist and their behavior was uncalled for, inappropriate, immature, childish, rude, disgusting, embarrassing, and uncalled for. I hope all 3 of you are reading this because your behavior was despicable and as much as I appreciate your gracious owner's apology, Mr. bartender with the glasses, you and your friends should be ashamed of your behavior. Maybe do a better job with that vaping policy, too. read more