Got some drinks and food from this Irish pub in Joliet. It seems like food is an afterthought but they still have a full menu. McBride's is one of several locations so you can check out and compare these. Certainly seems like a place to come for a gathering. There's plenty of tables as well as TVs for watching games and whatever kinds of sports. Beers and other alcoholic beverages are why you come to an Irish pub of course. It's got a few deals going on. There's of course the Guinness on tap. Can't go wrong with it. Saturdays it's $6 a pint. As for the food, it's basic. It's $7 to get a few of the Pretzel Sticks. Could be the healthiest food here. These are topped with garlic butter and salt, and served with bistro sauce and nacho cheese, but I got mine without the butter and had mustard. Have to say it's a lot better than expected. It's got lots of specials that help save money for more to get drunk on. The food is okay while being pretty meaty, with bangers and mash types of things, but they also have pretzels. read more

McBride's on 52 - Guinness And The Pretzel Sticks - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Have driven past this place a hundred times on the way to Al's Steakhouse (q.v. my Yelp about this perennial fave). Never stopped, as I'm not exactly partial to pub places like this. My aversion was confirmed here at McBrides. I had a taste for a salad, and swung with a Wedge-how could they foul THAT up? (I soon learned exactly how) On a chalk board nearby I saw "Burger special $6". I'm not against dropping a coin or two for a good feed, but I've found a lot of places that look like this are akin to those coin-operated machines with a claw that you try to snag an expensive looking gift, only to have it drop just short of the hopped that delivers it to you. Close, but no Cicada... How could they foul up a burger? (I soon learned exactly how) The Wedge was weird-all the stuff heaped on top of the Iceburg slice, and the waste was...weird. Not bad or spoiled, just. Weird. The burger tasted odd, too. I'm betting it was out of a box. frozen as a penguin's ass. Y'know...penguin ass might have been the protein source for this, but I digress. (kidding, but that's how odd the "burger" tasted) I had a Guinness, which was properly poured, and a properly poured pint of the black stuff is worth 2 stars. The service was efficient and friendly and the place was clean. Eat somewhere else and stop here for a drink... read more

McBride's on 52 - Wedge Salad - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Great place to hang out and watch sports, with great staff and daily specials. The GM is very friendly and likes helping his staff with a smile. I believe his name is Shawn, a nice guy. Prices aren't too bad compared to other places for dining. 2 stars only because the noise level can be high, and staff can have a hard time hearing orders. Last time we were there, we had to repeat the order to the server several times. They forgot three items on the order, and we requested corn, not flour. When we requested several items from the waitress, she couldn't hear us and said she could not hear out of one ear. read more

We are in Joliet more than I would like with our travel baseball family at Inwood Sports Complex. I see this place every time, today we had four hours between games, and I finally stopped. They start everyone off with some tortilla chips and spicy nacho cheese. Thank you! That was a cool surprise. I just got a side salad, $6 for a salad with lettuce, cheese, tomato, red onion and cucs with ranch. Tons of toppings! I'd love more lettuce, but it was a good bite to eat. The staff was great, super friendly and fun. I wish the menu was a a dollar or two less of a price point, but it's convenient to the park and I would definitely go back for more. Cool patio also!! read more

McBride's on 52 - Chip's and spicy cheese sauce upon arrival - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Rolled in on a Sunday afternoon after a ridiculous bears loss. Restaurant about half full, but the reception was thorough & quick unlike the bears today. Server took orders and delivered multiple touchdowns for our team. We ordered nachos & burgers. Then brought out complimentary nachos before nachos we ordered. What! Never have I seen a restaurant do this. $6 burger and fries special was an insane deal, no penalties called. Burger was big and fries plentiful. Massive hit w our group. My only flag is the hunting game at entrance does not work. Everything else: food, service, ambiance, all solid. We will be back Soon. read more

Had Pot Roast and Mashed Potato's. Once I got home I got very sick. Apparently the food was not fresh. I have been in the washroom all night. They had to know the food was not good, but served it anyway. I am very angry!!! read more

Food was great and the service outstanding. Special thanks to Kryssie for the great service. My wife and I will be back! read more

Kryssie, our server, was fabulous! Very personable and fun! She was very attentive and had great recommendations!

great service, food, and drinks. the free chips and queso is always amazing. i highly recommend the tuscan chicken dinner!

Went to have a burger and a beer, so delicious. The southwest burger was to die for. Also the bar tender, Kryssie, was beyond helpful and so friendly! She was such a breath of fresh air. As I typically don't get great bar service. Loved having a chat with such a happy spirited person. She truly made my experience that much better. read more

Stopped for a quick bite and drink. Great food and drinks. Excellent service from Krissy! Will definitely return.

Just got home. Terrible experience! Never have had to argue with waitress/Mgr. I ordered a crispy chicken wrap. Came with hardly any chicken. I asked if they could bring me a few more pieces .. Lady came and said they give a chicken patty cut up. I said there was no full patty cut up. She said she would have to charge me $4.00. Then some additional arguments over the bill. No more Mcbrides for us!​ read more

Great food, variety of choices... always a great atmospheric at McBrides on 52. The bartenders are awesome Krissy, Susie and Alex. Always attentive, friendly and our go to place!! read more

Patio was fantastic, food was great, and our server was perfect. It was our 1st visit and will definitely be back read more

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Been there quite a few times enjoyed the menu. They also bring out cheese and chips for appetizer at no charge always been good service and a nice weather the other outdoor patio. read more

Our first visit brought us to Mcbrides on Jefferson to experience the Corn beef and cabbage. The dinner was excellent and my husband went as far as to say it was so good, it compared 2nd to his Mom's Corn beef and cabbage, a true compliment for sure. Enjoy your St Patrick's with a wonderful meal at Mcbrides. I am not from California.... Yelp, what's going on read more

I came in for lunch and ordered the meatloaf sandwich with mashed potatoes and a white peach sangria to drink. The service was great. Waitress brought out some chips and queso before my meal. Wasn't super busy but nice inside will have to come back again. read more

McBride's on 52 - White peach sangria - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

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Very cool spot. Large patio with good tunes, massive umbrellas for shade on a sunny day. A nice place to kick back on your day off and listen to some tunes with your friends or family. Staff was more than kind and accommodating. I'm sold on the food already. They have delicious nacho cheese and chips upon arrival which is always a plus. Good beer and drink options too! Looking forward to trying more food off their extensive menu in the near future. read more

McBride's on 52 - Good beer, good bloody, delicious cheese sauce, Cheese curds that squeek, and wings better than most. - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Shepherds pie. The vegetables were overcooked or canned. The beef tasted like reused leftovers, that was than boiled, chooped into pieces and added to this dish. Their was a sourness and than shredded cheese dumped ontop to cover the flavors. INEDIBLE. read more

McBride's on 52 - Canned Shepherds pie. - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

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They say this place is one of the best bars in Joliet. Sadly I think not. Came here on a weekend, to see what this place is like. Honestly, it's just another bar but at least it's more lively here than the others I've visited. I didn't bother staying for their food either. There's ample amount of parking outside, there's a smoking section outside. Dancing area nearby. Big bar as well, plenty of seating inside too. I'm definitely not a fan of the people that come here. Staff was okay. It's a bit pricey for my tastes honestly. read more

I stop here every time while driving to Canada! They've been doing a great job keeping up with the cleaning tables and wearing masks with covid and all that but I sure wish the tables were farther apart. Either way, the fish and chips here is a generous and flavorful portion! The fries work well with the meal and the fresh baked cookie and ice cream were to die for!! McBride's is a great pit stop open late at night for long car trips that last overnight. Give them a shot and you won't regret it! read more

McBride's on 52 - No menu- just QR - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

We hosted a 90th Birthday Party for my Mom on May 6, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. until whenever. The preparations started when I sat down with the owner Tracy. The food choices were endless. The party was just Spectacular!! I was able to come in early that day to decorate. The staff was just AWESOME! We had Cody behind the bar, Chrissy and Kyle upstairs. My family and friends could not believe how delicious the food was, how nice and attentive Cody, Chrissy and Kyle were. Tracy and Shaun checked in on us and made sure it met our expectations. McBride's on 52 you BLEW IT OUT OF THE WATER. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Kathy and Mike R. read more

The poutine is very good! This place seems to be the only local stop that delivers and sells poutine so mega win for finding this place! The portion sizes are great and pricing is reasonable! read more

We like Mc's and particularly like sitting outside under the big umbrellas on a warm day. Food is good and proportions are large, so Wifee and me always get appetizers and split one of their sandwiches or dinners. Serve staff are quite friendly with a few tattoos. read more

Every time I've been here the food has been excellent, the service has been amazing, and it's been a great time enjoying eating on the deck! read more

McBride's on 52 - Fish & Chips! Great IPA! - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

This is Saint Patrick's Day 2021! I went to McBride's with my folks to celebrate a favorite holiday. We arrived early but, understandably, still had to wait a little for seating. I've dined out on rare occasions during the COVID-19 pandemic but today found myself with a couple green beers and a fish & chips dinner at this Joliet bar and grill. All around, no complaints. We arguably got one of the best two tables in the house, given my hope for (reasonable) social distancing in a decently crowded watering hole on a beer-thirsty holiday. I was also happy with my meal and our waiter's service. I didn't think the price was bad, either: three dinners and six beers (for everyone at the table, not just me) came out to $54. May you be ever-so-lucky and find a restaurant like McBride's at the end of your rainbow. read more

McBride's is consistently staffed with friendly people, the food is surprisingly good (for a bar+). Recommend their free(!) queso and chips, salads, fish and burgers, all good! Nice darker pubby atmosphere, clean and neat. read more

Beautiful evening to enjoy their large outdoor patio Ribs were delicious-beware as the drink you call it special has an unadvertised limit. Asked our server Who was spot on you call it - so whatever we order $4 Yes-when the bill came I questioned and she kindly went And checked to be informed there's a $5 maximum cap With that said advertise it or just say $1 off your drink read more

McBride's on 52 - McBride's - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

This place is huge, but the service Cody and his kitchen associates provide is extremely quick and throughly professional. Started with an ice cold, 16 oz Rolling Rock Pale Ale $2 on tap bargain. Ordered the McBride's Club Sandwich with Mashed Potatoes and gravy. Complementary Tortilla Chips with Queso appeared immediately, so I thought I'd be in for a bit of a wait. Wrong, the sandwich was in front me within another 3 minutes. Everything was fresh and extra tasty. Great place for a business lunch. read more

McBride's on 52 - McBride's Club Sandwich with Mashed Potatoes and gravy. - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

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Great food especially Friday for Fish night!! The fish are bug and very fresh. You will not go home hungry Great staff and bar!! read more

Sat down and was given queso and chips- husband was happy :) I love their Tuscan chicken sandwich - so good! I went with a side salad with ranch- their ranch is no bueno :( Service was decent The place is large and they have a nice outdoor space. The lady on the womens bathroom door is in a bad way lol read more

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This was a new to us spot recommended by a friend. Friendly atmosphere, good food, generous portions and excellent service. My only complaint is when I asked for tots as my side, I was not informed that there was a $3.00 up charge. We will go back. read more

Great service everyone there is nice and care about your feelings and are really cool people food is good would go again

Awesome little joint. Everything I've had has been good, but their jalapeño poppers are out of this world, and bring me back all by themselves. read more

Suzie is a very sweet person. We sat at the bar and she was very attentive. We wish we could clone her for other establishments. We have been here b-4 and will return. Suzie, thank you for the great customer service. read more

One week ago my Wife & I went to McBride's on 52 for dinner. They were not busy! Our order was taken & after nearly 45 minutes it was discovered our order had been misplaced. We declined Our order @ that point. We finished & paid for our drinks (After a 10 minute wait) . The server kept apologizing "Sorry, This is not our standard". I asked to speak with the manager & was told a manager was not available but I could speak to the Bar Tender. We waited 10 more minutes & left! The following day I called McBride's and asked to speak to the manager & was told the manager was not available but I could speak to the Bar Tender. I declined & left my number for the manager who never called. #Horrible #Poorservice #Notaccountable read more

Met a group of 12 here for lunch on a weekday. They were able to easily accommodate us and our one waitress was prompt, efficient, and friendly. They offered the table free queso (w/sausage) and tortillas. The queso was delush! I ordered the grilled McBride cobb salad and it was tasty, beautifully plated and hearty! A bit pricy for $13 but it was a good serving size. I'll be returning again for lunch read more

McBride's on 52 - Mcbride cobb salad - grilled - Irish Near Me - Joliet, Illinois

Second time eating the food,but this time food was not what we ordered kinda,my wife ordered a Italian beef sandwich with mozzarella cheese,mushrooms and red sauce came with cheddar cheese instead and fries were soggy. read more

I'm usually here every week. Food is good and hot and drinks are perfectly poured. Great service.

My husband and I went to McBride's on 52 yesterday for lunch. Had a wonderful experience. Staff was wonderful and very attentive. Our server.Allie was the best she greeted us, brought us to our table made sure we understood the menu and encouraged us to ask any questions. We sometimes tend to ask for things and not all at once so she was very kind and answered or brought whatever we needed. The ambience was clean and fresh and well taken care of. The food was delicious and of course we ate too much. My husband had the ribs and you know how messy those are, but Allie brought him wet wipes, which was great. We recommend McBrides to anyone that would like a casual meal out.there were groups of families and friends and seating was made available for large parties and people with children. We've had some pretty rough experiences lately, and we were very pleasantly surprised to be in an establishment that catered to the patrons. read more