Went in on a weekday had the chicken strips and fries , great place , cute , friendly bartender, good food. I hear they have darts in the back so I'll have to try that next time. They had the fights playing while I was there which was awesome as I don't know of another place in the neighborhood i can have a meal and watch a fight. This place is great. read more

McCormack's Irish Pub - Of course I came for the shirt , but I stayed cause its a cool spot - and ill be back - Irish Pub Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Thankful that they were even open during snow. Brisket sandwich was excellent; the onion rings less so. Very reasonably priced. I'd come here again, especially in a weather-related pinch. read more

Great people, great food, great atmosphere. A very community centered place, bring the family for dinner, bring your friends for the late night. read more

Not a better place in Richmond than McCormack's! I have been going there for over 20 years. The staff is awesome (especially Joseph), the owner is a legend, the drinks are right and the food is fantastic! Don't miss out! read more

Authentic, tasty, friendly, British, atmospheric, quiet, reasonable, easy to find. Good music

Attended the ReppaTon presents ReBirth show as support for my nephew and a friend of mine who were also performing. And providing my Photography skills!!! Been in awhile since I was in a club / show atmosphere, but it was good vibes and talented people. Did not partake in any of the food or drink but I'm confident it's all good. read more

McCormack's Irish Pub - a woman in a t - shirt - Irish Pub Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Chill Irish pub with good drinks, good food, and good service! The rum and coke I ordered, looking back on it, was a real rum and coke that came in a pint glass, not some little shot glass looking thing. The chicken tenders and fish & chips were really good too. They got darts and foosball in the back as well. Great atmosphere. No foolishness. read more

Came here for St. paddy's day and only had drinks so I can't speak to the food. We had several beers and other various drinks. We were a group of four and my tab only ended up being 78 dollars which was very reasonably priced. They are limiting capacity due to covid but the wait outside was less than 10 minutes. I would definitely go back. read more

Punky atmosphere, cool bartender, nice regulars sharing the insight on what days are fun to come to etc. didn't edit food but loved the vibe. Would try again and get some snacks this time! read more

It's not much, but MAN will they take care of you! We rolled up here with a group of 10 after dipping on our reservation at speakeasy down the street for terrible service, and we spent a good 4 hours here tossing back Guinesses and chowing down on wings. If you want a solid Irish pub with great service, this is the place to be! read more

McCormack's Irish Pub - Back room with darts and foosball - Irish Pub Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Dive bar with phenomenal happy hour (from 5 to 9pm), cheap drinks, chill service, and cool sunday night horror movies. Would recommend as a place to go, strike up a conversation with a stranger. This is not a fancy pub or high end cocktail bar. Go here if you want a cheap drink, free pop corn, and an old horror movie or UFC fight while not breaking the bank. read more

There aren't many places in Shockoe Bottom left where a nice mix of people are all equally welcome and all get along. From gay boys and girls to hipsters and punk/rocker/goth folks, there is always a place at the table in this establishment. The owner, Mac McCormack (who also recently opened The Whisky on Robinson) is known to be one of the most skilled, generous, fastest bartenders in the city. Drinks are big, pours are generous, and music ranges all over the place but you won't be hearing rap/house/hip hop here. This place should be known for its food but with a bar staff and incredibly well stocked bar like the one here, it is no surprise that the food isn't getting the credit it deserves. Of special note is "The Monster Burger" which is "3 Pounds of Angus Beef, 6 Slices of Cheddar, 12 Strips of Bacon with a Pound of Fries and a Side of Dunking Gravy (If one person finishes this in an Hour or Less it is the Same Price as the Regular Burger) McCormack's advertises itself as a "punk rock Irish pub" but I am not sure that this is doing this place any good. It is just a plain fun and welcoming place to go that isn't full of college drunks or hoochie mommas in mini skirts. ALL are welcome and the majority feel that way. Upstairs is a lounge with a motorcycle for photo ops and a full service bar. It also serves as a space for the bands that Mr. McCormack's has always promoted, mostly local bands and those with a punk cred to them. Most interestingly, many choose to spend a birthday here in order to get whipped by Mac's whip as a way to kick off the new year. It is always a big crowd pleaser, let me tell you. read more

McCormack's Irish Pub - cars parked on the side of the road - Irish Pub Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Best bar in town, with the best bartenders. Love the foosball table the beer selection and the knowledgeable staff. Please go here and enjoy! read more

Not a big fan of this place as a bar but I can't speak for the food. Every time I have been the owner has found a way to be rude to me or someone I'm with. He went as far one time as kicking my friend out for not leaving a cash tip on a credit card tab. I'm in the business, so I know the importance of cash vs credit tips, but not everyone does. Also I hear all sorts of bad stories about this place, I never felt comfortable there. read more

I moved to Richmond at the end of May getting ready for grad school. At the completion of my move-in weekend...it was after 11pm on a Sunday, and I was starving. I got used the Yelp App on my iPhone, and chanced upon this place. As it had largely good reviews I gave them a call, and the bartender informed me that despite the late hour...they'd be serving fried foods until close. Needless to say, I was soon out the door to walk the couple of blocks in order to get there. McCormack's is a place where everyone is welcome and gets along great. There is no predominant crowd in this bar, just a healthy mix of all different types of people, with no bad attitudes or silly cliquish behavior. They have a full bar, and I really like that their beer selection is a bit more varied than your average bar. While they do not serve such bar staples as PBR, or any major lite-beer...they have a higher class beer selection that covers the spectrum of beer types. $6 for a glass that is a full 1 1/2 pints of awesome beer (like a Dale's Pale Ale!) is a steal in my book! Their food is also quite awesome, especially their burgers and the Shepherds Pie. The bartenders are all awesome, friendly, and can make you any drink you can think of and more. Darrell (who works on Tuesday and Saturday nights) is quite possibly the coolest bartender I have ever met. My girlfriend often waffles on what mixed-drink she'd like...so he just chooses and makes a drink for her, and she's liked every one. While they have live music upstairs sometimes, the music on the main floor comes from an iPod plugged into their sound system. There is always a good mix of music genres..but if you are looking to go out and fist-pump to the newest song by Ke$ha or Lady Gaga...this place isn't for you. The bartenders are so cool here that (I kid you not) you can actually get them to play a song or two (or more) off of your own iPod. I was a bartender while I did my undergrad, so while I understand the job..I have always expected good service from bartenders. From the first time I went here, I have always had great service and a great time..and it is definitely my preferred bar in Shockoe Bottom by a long-shot. McCormack's is definitely one of the best bars that Richmond has to offer, so check it out for your self! read more

The fact that I might go here again makes me hesitate giving such a low rating. But I don't see why some people love this place. There's a familiar vibe, and a lot of regulars shooting the shit together, but the bartender was not very attentive and they didn't have ingredients you'd think a bar would when they say "full bar" and offer mixed drinks (no spiced rum? no red bull? limited selection of vodkas?). It's dark in here and the smoking area in the back is dingy. You get an interesting crowd: girls who think they're hot shit, sloppy drunks, older folks, and newly minted 21 year olds. One thing I really didn't like is at closing time, they came to get our pitchers and hassled one of the members in our group. And actually yelled at him and told him to finish the pitcher that was still half full. He ended up giving in and trying to finish some of it off, and they still insulted him and hassled him. Meh. This place. read more

I was really torn on whether to give this place 3 or 4 stars. Reasons to give it only 3: 1. Wasn't quite as cool as I was expecting "Richmond's only Punk Rock Irish Bar" to be. 2. Drinks were pricey. 4 bucks for a 12oz can of Miller Lite? The owner said there's only one distributor in town and his prices were pretty standard for that area. So I'm gonna take the guy at his word and err on the side of 4 stars. Also, although I paid $10.50 for a shot of Jameson and a can of Miller Lite, they were quite generous with the shot. Reasons to give it at least 4: 1. The owner was cool, as well as the other bartender. Friendly, efficient, and (most importantly for my purposes) fast and heavy pours. 2. Pretty girls 3. Some drunk guy angrily smashing glasses at his table. No one, including the owner, seemed to mind that much. It was entertaining and he wasn't hurting anyone, so yeah, I actually count that as a plus. 4. You can smoke there 5. They sell cool souvenir jackets and hoodies (yep, bought a jacket) 6. In less than two hours there (had to leave before I got too ripped to drive back to my hotel in Petersburg), I met: (a) A soldier who just completed two combat infantry tours in Iraq (b) An anarchist/anti-war homebrewer on a pub crawl (with some other homebrewers, two of whom I also met) who happened to pick up the soldier along the way (c) a hot cage dancer all dressed up (or down as it were) from the club down the street who says she hates going into work sober and (d) her hot friend. Not bad for one bar in a town I've never been to in the space of a little over an hour. 7. The girl I met yesterday, who told me about this place, saved me from another boring Saturday night in Petersburg or the frustrating experience of wandering around Richmond, moving from yuppie bar to frat-boy bar until I found a decent place. So I have to give both her and McCormack's credit for giving me a little bit of enjoyable downtime here. So four stars it is. Like I said, a little on the pricey side for a "punk rock" bar, but definitely worth the trip. If you're in Richmond I definitely recommend checking it out-- if you don't like it there are plenty other bars, clubs and restaurants very close by. read more

Shockoe Bottom's one and only punk rock pub. Went here on a Saturday night and expected a pretty lively atmosphere full of alcohol and debauchery but instead we got a few regulars who would trickle in and out every so often and a venue that was at best 1/3 full at 11pm on a Weekend night during Graduation season. Maybe, it was just an off night? Maybe, but at least the bar tender was friendly and engaging enough but i definitely wanted more from the patrons and the ambiance of the place. read more

Don't expect any main stream beer here. All of their beers are strong! Some people may not like their selection of beer. But this is NOT a beer place. There is wall full of liquor! So pull a seat up, and start drinking! read more

A good mix of people, really cool bartender, strong drinks, really cool liquor cabinet, a very friendly environment. Good place to get your ass whipped and beaten on your birthday. . read more

The bartender Joe is the best! Regulars are inviting like old friends. Each night is themed with a movie or music selection that's always eclectic. I only wish the kitchen was open later read more

Came up to Richmond from the HR area for a show up the street on Thursday. Impressed with this pub! The bartender was great- friendly, funny and made excellent drinks. Their drink specials cannot be beat. The food was awesome- the fried green beans were to die for and the Irish nachos were good. My boyfriend had a grilled cheese and fries. They don't play sports on the tvs.. they were actually playing movies which was really refreshing. The bathrooms were spotless and there were a few fellas playing darts. I am making 'excuses' to come back to Richmond just to come back to this pub. Excellent all around- hoping poutine will be available next visit! read more

I go here to see one of the city's best bartenders.... melissa! She's awesome, attentive and FAST. At serving drinks, not in other ways. Perv. Anyhoo, the Guiness here is great, the atmosphere varies from soccer hooliganish to really relaxed. The bathrooms can get a bit yucky, especially around St. Paddy's Day. Don't go in them around that time. They have a small upstairs where bands sometimes play and they recently opened another bar up there on the weekends. It's gets a tad bit smoky for my taste, but what ya gonna do? I've always had a good time when there. I've never eaten a full meal there but the mozzarella sticks are pretty awesome. read more

Don't come here on Wednesdays or Thursdays UNLESS Joesph is working!! Cause he is the bomb. The owner always tells you he only enjoys whisky and won't accommodate you for vodka and gin. He is a bartender though!! I like the food and atmosphere but sometimes I feel put out and not welcome. Five stars for Joe!! We love you!! Happy times during COVID-19. read more

How, bartender, perfect. Nice happy hour 5 to 9. $2.75 rails. Can't beat that. Eclectic mix of people. Clean even though an old old building. Would definitely return. Would frequent here before the other Irish bar a block away. read more

When you spot McCormack's Pub, at least in my opinion, it is really cool looking! Inside its nice, too! Just so ya know there's no PBR served there. All special beer's plus a slug of liquor, can you say scotch! Decent sandwiches, but this is a pub! Not expensive, fairly priced. Nice place, took my Irish son-in-law there! I think you can guess his .......drink! Mr. Jameson was there! All in all this place is A-OK read more

Cool spot. Good drinks and great bartenders. Mac (the owner) is our neighbor and he's super nice. Definitely recommend this place for drinks (many many drinks) if you are in the Bottom. It's always a good time. read more

Great mix of people and awesome comedy nights on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays! Austin is the best bartender, give him all the tips!

If you're looking for a laid back place, with people who are super cool, come here. Austin by far is the best bartender in existence! Just have him make you something, his surprises are epic! read more

Just a good bar with a suprising amount of top shelf bourbon . The best thing of this bar is joseph. He is by far one of the most smartest host and has a memory of Richmond's lore- plays great music also shows videos of snap up kung fu and cheezy and good horror films except on wednesdays and thursdays. read more

I have just healed enough to go back as I have been injured for years, but I am looking forward to getting back down to see Everyone, and hope most are still there. read more

One of my of favorite bars in the world. I have popped in there from time to time over the years and have never been disappointed. It is just a comfortable relaxed atmosphere and you will find yourself making friends before you know it. read more

Should be 3.5 stars, but Yelp doesn't allow half stars. Things I love: Smithwick's on tap; Mac is a wicked nice guy; always packed Things I hate: Not a real Irish Pub; the whole spanking someone on their birthday is a bit gay; the music is not so great; last call is at like 1:30 am (in Boston it's at 2:00 am) So, if you're not looking for a traditional Irish Pub and don't mind spanking, McCormack's is pretty good. However, if you're Irish or Irish-American and are looking for a Boston (go Sox) or NY (Yankees suck) style pub, you will be disappointed. By the way, where are all of the Irish girls, shamrock tats, and fights? read more

Just your basic, authentic, have another beer, hang with your mates, neighborhood Irish drinking joint. Gotta love it.

Where to start....Ah, yes. I walked over here to check the area out since I live closeby. I immediately noticed that the music is great. It's all classic rock and metal. Plus, It's a divey pub that only sells hotdogs or sausages on buns after 9pm. What's more metal than that? Wait, it gets better. People of all colors and creeds venture in here late at night. Why? Because the bartender is just flat out cool. Drinks on the house because I was new to the area. He can hold a convo with anyone and keeps a very clean bar. Best bartender I've seen. He also plays cool movies for you to watch while you converse with locals, drink, and listen to cool music. Why else is the place cool? Because the locals will hang with you and buy you drinks. I got two drinks from a group of people I just met, just from hospitality. Go there if you (a) facilitate divey bars and or (b) if you like good people and rock. Actually, of you're (a) and (b) you'll love it. read more

Don't waste your time going here if you are looking for a Real Irish Pub. There was no Guiness in the place! How can you have an Irish Pub with out Guiness? As a matter of fact there was no tap beer because they did not order CO2. There was no Irish Beer at all.... No Murphy's or Harps!!! The TV was dark because...... I am guessing the cable bill was not paid??? They only had fried food despite the raving reviews of their menu... so I had "fish and chips" - Would have been better going to McDonalds for a Filet O'Fish value meal. Overcooked / Over Seasoned Fish, Under cooked fries. Friendly staff was the only thing they had going for them. Might as well close down now. read more