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Its a nice place to go to, they have money all over the walls for I believe a million dollar goal? Its one dollar bills tapped all over the walls and parts of the roof and light fixtures which does make the lighting a bit dark at some points. But its a pub, so don't expect super bright lights haha. But there is a lot of sports photos and decor which really brings light to the place. And also, its a lot bigger than it seems. The inside is like a labyrinth, so many twists and turns, and the hallways are a bit narrow but otherwise its fine. The appetizers were amazing, the ish potato skins were really great, not too salty and had a great amount of toppings added to them. The irish boxtys were recommended by my server and they were super good. They had a distinct flavor not like those super deep fry batter flavor. It was a nice bready outside that was a bit crumbly but not oily. The mashed potatoes with the steak were so good, super creamy and you can never go wrong with a side of mash. There is 2 onion rings and a tomato half with I assume cheese on top of it, was pretty good but not too much to comment on. The steak was cooked to a nice medium rare, like true rare. But let me say! The steak was really salty, I was eating out with family and we all agreed on that the steak was just too salty for our tastes. Having the mash on top did help with the saltiness, but what really made the saltiness patter off was just eating it as left overs the next day... The service is great, though their pun with the bathroom stalls was definitely interesting haha. Just read the sign thoughly but they also do clarify which bathroom it is after going through the initial door. But the bathrooms themselves were not the cleanest.
This restaurant is awesome the food was amazing our waitress was on point. I would highly recommend eating here. The ambiance is crazy with all the different dollar bills and photos.
So starting off the evening, we showed up and there was a wait to get in. It was 45 minutes but there was a bar out there where you can order food. Ordered appetizers and drinks and they had a band as well. Going in, this place was huge inside either cool decor and dollar bills stapled to the walls. And our waiter was cool as hell. He was funny and gave us a lot Of recommendations for around the area. That's where it ended. The food took almost an hour to come out and when it did, it was just ok. My burger was dry, I almost choked on it. The portion sizes were huge that's the only good thing. I think it's overrated and typical seaside gimmick.
Excellent food and atmosphere. Mahi mahi was a little over cooked making it somewhat dry but salmon was good. Sides were excellent. Staff were very attentive. Watch going to the restroom as they definitely have a sense of humor there. Walls and ceiling covered with dollar bills with written messages.
This place is an experience like none other. I was skeptical of it being so incredible as an Irish pub but wow was I proven wrong. The place is always packed. It's huge with lots of parking yet every spot was still taken at 8:30 pm on a weekday. There's the main Irish pub but they also have a pizza spot and sushi spot, plus a butcher where you can buy meat and a gift shop. Inside, there is money hanging from every inch of the room. There's apparently over $3 million hanging from the walls. They have live music every night which made the entire vibe of the place immaculate. The food was outstanding too! The portions are massive so be prepared to share a meal or have lots of leftovers. We went with their two famous appetizers: the Ruben egg rolls and the Irish boxtys. Both were fantastic. I particularly loved the egg rolls. For dinner, we did the steak and an ahi tuna salad. The steak came with two sides as well and the salad was massive. You will truly have more food than you can eat, on top of them giving you an entire loaf of bread to start with. I cannot rave enough about this place. The food is fresh and delicious, the ambiance is like none other, and the service - shoutout to Ruby - is beyond what I've seen. Such great hospitality and kindness all around.
McGuire's Irish Pub is absolutely worth visiting if you're in Destin! Don't let the wait scare you away--the restaurant is enormous, and they move people through surprisingly well. The atmosphere is unlike anything else, with dollar bills covering the walls and ceilings everywhere you look. It's a fun experience before you even sit down. The service was outstanding, and the food was exactly what you'd hope for from a great Irish pub. The 1¢ Senate Bean Soup is a must-try, and the fish and chips were a huge hit at our table. We also tried the steaks, which were good, but I'd recommend going in expecting great Irish pub food rather than steakhouse-quality steaks. One last tip... don't let the bathrooms catch you off guard. If you know, you know. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Destin!
On vacation and we came in to town at the onset of Tropical Storm Bertha. We ordered appetizers of calamari and the shrimp cocktail. Both were excellent especially the shrimp cocktail and the house made cocktail sauce. One of the best we have experienced. Entrees were the salmon and the mahi mahi. The salmon was ok slightly over cooked but edible. The mahi was way over done. We requested a new piece of fish and they sent out another over cooked piece of Mahi Mahi. Unfortunately this put a damper on the overall experience. Guess we will stick to typical bar faire when giving this place another try. The ambiance was great with dollar bills lining the ceiling, railings and support beams throughout the restaurant. Service was ok and got the job done although our server disappeared for extended periods of time.
Frozen Isiah coffee was outstanding. Perfect break on a hot day. We got the Kevin in a Kaiser roll. This sandwich was huge! And it was delicious. Loved the potato salad as well. We also go a burger. Great traditional burger. Both sandwiches were so big we ate the other 1/2s for dinner a few night later. Parking is free but a challenge.
This restaurant is a Vibe!! I started off with a cup of Irish coffee. Much to my surprise it had alcohol in it but I loved it. Next I had the beignets. They were excellent. And all the food is just plain Good. Especially the garage trash burger. It has 2 big thick burgers with a special sauce and is topped by ice cream And it's enough food for at least 3 people. And it actually tastes delicious all together. Our server was also excellent.
The servers are very attentive. I am so grateful they kept checking in. Also the whole place had such a great old pub feel I loved it. The money on the wall is fun. Food is so delicious. I had corn beef my friend had the shepherds pie. The ice tea was perfect. Just overall would go back in a heart beat. Next time I need to try dessert. Also that famous soup was so good.
You should definitely order a pretzel here to go with the pizza you order next door. The beer cheese is the best. You definitely only need 1 pretzel per 6 people. The pretzel is huge and comes in a pizza box. You will not regret the mega pretzel and may need help carrying it to your car lol.
McGuire's is my absolute favorite place. The burgers and steaks are very good. Are there better ones out there? Maybe, but they don't come with this kind of atmosphere. There's just no better place for ambiance than McG's. That starter bread is dangerously good too. I've been to the McGuire's in Pensacola more times than I can count but I rarely come to the one in Destin but it was just as good and actually has more things connected to it. There's an ice cream shop we took the kids to while we waited for our table. That was nice. And the wait list went fast. They told us 45 minutes but we were seated in 30. I get a new T-shirt every time I go too. (We're from Louisiana). As far as drinks the house brewed Irish Red Beer is very good as well as their pilsner but the Bond Martini and Extra Dry Dirty Martinis are both great too.
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Wait time was a nightmare but not as bad as the ridiculous parking situation. It was the most stressful time to having to drive around for 45 min to find a tiny Parking for a truck. Finally in and the place it's cool, very very busy and loud! Lighting is low, hard to read the menu. The server was new and a little bit quiet and not super friendly. The food was absolutely delicious the pork chops were the best I've ever had in my life!! The shoppers pie my kids had was amazing, the corned beef I couldn't eat it. It was not my thing but I'm sure if someone likes that kind of stuff it was good. But I didn't like it one bit. Bit the restaurant fault. I order wild and I got wild hehe. We will definitely come back for those pork chops. Nice expensive dinner for the week in Destin. read more
20 days ago
Its a nice place to go to, they have money all over the walls for I believe a million dollar goal? Its one dollar bills tapped all over the walls and parts of the roof and light fixtures which does make the lighting a bit dark at some points. But its a pub, so don't expect super bright lights haha. But there is a lot of sports photos and decor which really brings light to the place. And also, its a lot bigger than it seems. The inside is like a labyrinth, so many twists and turns, and the hallways are a bit narrow but otherwise its fine. The appetizers were amazing, the ish potato skins were really great, not too salty and had a great amount of toppings added to them. The irish boxtys were recommended by my server and they were super good. They had a distinct flavor not like those super deep fry batter flavor. It was a nice bready outside that was a bit crumbly but not oily. The mashed potatoes with the steak were so good, super creamy and you can never go wrong with a side of mash. There is 2 onion rings and a tomato half with I assume cheese on top of it, was pretty good but not too much to comment on. The steak was cooked to a nice medium rare, like true rare. But let me say! The steak was really salty, I was eating out with family and we all agreed on that the steak was just too salty for our tastes. Having the mash on top did help with the saltiness, but what really made the saltiness patter off was just eating it as left overs the next day... The service is great, though their pun with the bathroom stalls was definitely interesting haha. Just read the sign thoughly but they also do clarify which bathroom it is after going through the initial door. But the bathrooms themselves were not the cleanest. read more
So starting off the evening, we showed up and there was a wait to get in. It was 45 minutes but there was a bar out there where you can order food. Ordered appetizers and drinks and they had a band as well. Going in, this place was huge inside either cool decor and dollar bills stapled to the walls. And our waiter was cool as hell. He was funny and gave us a lot Of recommendations for around the area. That's where it ended. The food took almost an hour to come out and when it did, it was just ok. My burger was dry, I almost choked on it. The portion sizes were huge that's the only good thing. I think it's overrated and typical seaside gimmick. read more
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Patrick G.
Hello Tony, we are sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your visit. We…
7 days ago
Excellent food and atmosphere. Mahi mahi was a little over cooked making it somewhat dry but salmon was good. Sides were excellent. Staff were very attentive. Watch going to the restroom as they definitely have a sense of humor there. Walls and ceiling covered with dollar bills with written messages. read more
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Patrick G.
Thank you RF. We look forward to your next visit!
2 months ago
This place is an experience like none other. I was skeptical of it being so incredible as an Irish pub but wow was I proven wrong. The place is always packed. It's huge with lots of parking yet every spot was still taken at 8:30 pm on a weekday. There's the main Irish pub but they also have a pizza spot and sushi spot, plus a butcher where you can buy meat and a gift shop. Inside, there is money hanging from every inch of the room. There's apparently over $3 million hanging from the walls. They have live music every night which made the entire vibe of the place immaculate. The food was outstanding too! The portions are massive so be prepared to share a meal or have lots of leftovers. We went with their two famous appetizers: the Ruben egg rolls and the Irish boxtys. Both were fantastic. I particularly loved the egg rolls. For dinner, we did the steak and an ahi tuna salad. The steak came with two sides as well and the salad was massive. You will truly have more food than you can eat, on top of them giving you an entire loaf of bread to start with. I cannot rave enough about this place. The food is fresh and delicious, the ambiance is like none other, and the service - shoutout to Ruby - is beyond what I've seen. Such great hospitality and kindness all around. read more
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Patrick G.
Thank you, we are very glad you enjoyed it!
McGuire's Irish Pub is absolutely worth visiting if you're in Destin! Don't let the wait scare you away--the restaurant is enormous, and they move people through surprisingly well. The atmosphere is unlike anything else, with dollar bills covering the walls and ceilings everywhere you look. It's a fun experience before you even sit down. The service was outstanding, and the food was exactly what you'd hope for from a great Irish pub. The 1¢ Senate Bean Soup is a must-try, and the fish and chips were a huge hit at our table. We also tried the steaks, which were good, but I'd recommend going in expecting great Irish pub food rather than steakhouse-quality steaks. One last tip... don't let the bathrooms catch you off guard. If you know, you know. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Destin! read more
On vacation and we came in to town at the onset of Tropical Storm Bertha. We ordered appetizers of calamari and the shrimp cocktail. Both were excellent especially the shrimp cocktail and the house made cocktail sauce. One of the best we have experienced. Entrees were the salmon and the mahi mahi. The salmon was ok slightly over cooked but edible. The mahi was way over done. We requested a new piece of fish and they sent out another over cooked piece of Mahi Mahi. Unfortunately this put a damper on the overall experience. Guess we will stick to typical bar faire when giving this place another try. The ambiance was great with dollar bills lining the ceiling, railings and support beams throughout the restaurant. Service was ok and got the job done although our server disappeared for extended periods of time. read more
Frozen Isiah coffee was outstanding. Perfect break on a hot day. We got the Kevin in a Kaiser roll. This sandwich was huge! And it was delicious. Loved the potato salad as well. We also go a burger. Great traditional burger. Both sandwiches were so big we ate the other 1/2s for dinner a few night later. Parking is free but a challenge. read more
This restaurant is a Vibe!! I started off with a cup of Irish coffee. Much to my surprise it had alcohol in it but I loved it. Next I had the beignets. They were excellent. And all the food is just plain Good. Especially the garage trash burger. It has 2 big thick burgers with a special sauce and is topped by ice cream And it's enough food for at least 3 people. And it actually tastes delicious all together. Our server was also excellent. read more
The servers are very attentive. I am so grateful they kept checking in. Also the whole place had such a great old pub feel I loved it. The money on the wall is fun. Food is so delicious. I had corn beef my friend had the shepherds pie. The ice tea was perfect. Just overall would go back in a heart beat. Next time I need to try dessert. Also that famous soup was so good. read more
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Patrick G.
Hello Tanya, we are glad you enjoyed your visit. Next time you will…
8 days ago
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We are sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your visit, we would you to try…
21 hours ago
Great food service and shop............... love the Dollars on the ceiling and walls... ............. Nice gift shop .. beer and steaks read more
You should definitely order a pretzel here to go with the pizza you order next door. The beer cheese is the best. You definitely only need 1 pretzel per 6 people. The pretzel is huge and comes in a pizza box. You will not regret the mega pretzel and may need help carrying it to your car lol. read more
McGuire's is my absolute favorite place. The burgers and steaks are very good. Are there better ones out there? Maybe, but they don't come with this kind of atmosphere. There's just no better place for ambiance than McG's. That starter bread is dangerously good too. I've been to the McGuire's in Pensacola more times than I can count but I rarely come to the one in Destin but it was just as good and actually has more things connected to it. There's an ice cream shop we took the kids to while we waited for our table. That was nice. And the wait list went fast. They told us 45 minutes but we were seated in 30. I get a new T-shirt every time I go too. (We're from Louisiana). As far as drinks the house brewed Irish Red Beer is very good as well as their pilsner but the Bond Martini and Extra Dry Dirty Martinis are both great too. read more
I enjoyed my lunch at McGuire's. Our server was most pleasant and helpful. I had the Reuben and it was delicious!! They give a good amount of corn beef. It came with potato salad and chips too. The chips taste like they're homemade. My friends went for dinner at McGuire's and commented about how great the steaks were. I guess I need to go back:) read more
5 days ago
3 months ago
We came here on our last morning before headed back home, great choice. We got seated right away and this place is huge. One dollar bills were hanging from everywhere. We all decided to do the Belgian waffle breakfast which came with bacon, fresh fruit and yogurt. We also had beignets for the table which was included and our breakfast also included Irish coffee frozen or hot. The food came out quick, the fresh fruit by the way is mixed inside the yogurt. The waffle also came with a side of strawberry compote. The Irish whisky frozen coffee was big and was delicious. Pretty big breakfast for just $11.99. Our server was great too. We got to write on our $1 bill and staple it anywhere it fit. They had live music playing inside as well. I see why this place stays busy. I will be back next time I'm in the area, very great brunch. read more
As always, good food and service. Per the usual, I had the beef and mushroom pie. Tender beef and mushrooms in a rich wine gravy topped with phyllo. My friend had the Rueben. That thing was huge. She could barely open her mouth that wide. We both had leftovers. read more
3 months ago
Dined here again Summer '26 and had a great meal. The portions are huge and one meal can be split easily, although instead we just had a ton of to-go boxes we took out. The service was great as well. FYI there are better bathrooms in the attached gift shop that can accommodate a wheelchair or parents needing to change a diaper. *No military discount* read more
3 days ago
We probably waited 20/25 minutes. But for those that drink, there were two bars that you could get a drink from outside. Our server, Selena was awesome. There were six of us and we tried a bunch of different things. Their bean soup was off the chart. The fish and chips were delicious nicely breaded it wasn't heavy. The salmon was a little dry for my liking and the steak just had an interesting flavor. The decor is interesting because they have I think they said $1,000,000 $1 bills hanging from the restaurant. Overall, I would recommend it. read more
3 months ago
Boyfriend took me here for the first time. It's been one of his favorite family traditions. I loved the atmosphere and service. Our server was amazing and made sure to double check everything before it was brought out due to my gluten allergy. Loved the food, which came out piping hot and cooked to perfection. We had chicken wings, tomahawk steak and root beer. read more
2 months ago
Fast service and super friendly ! The atmosphere was casual and unique , I loved the whole Irish spin on the place ! The food was so fresh , come with an appetite! I couldn't eat it all, that hamburger was huge I could barely open my mouth wide enough A bit pricey but worth it! read more
20 days ago
Irish steak and Mushroom Pie was AMAZING! Also huge burger. Great food. Great atmosphere. This is a must go to in Destin. Go early after 5 the wait begins. We got there at 430 no wait. 530 departure there were lines to get in. read more
2 months ago
Overall, our experience was pretty disappointing. We waited almost an hour and a half just to get inside the restaurant. Once we were finally called, we expected to be seated right away, but ended up waiting another 10 minutes before getting to our table. After that, it took about another 10 minutes before anyone came to take our drink order. The complimentary bread was a nice touch, but once we finished it, our plates sat on the table for quite a while. With a party of five, the table became crowded quickly, and it would have been nice if dirty dishes had been cleared more promptly. For appetizers, we ordered the Reuben egg rolls and the pretzel. The Reuben egg rolls were the highlight of the meal an easy 5/5. They were flavorful and definitely worth ordering. Unfortunately, the pretzel was underwhelming. For our entrées, we ordered the tomahawk steak (which was over $100), a ribeye, and a steak salad. The tomahawk was the biggest disappointment of the night. For the price and all the hype surrounding their steaks, it was underseasoned and lacked flavor. The ribeye and steak salad were also bland and needed much more seasoning. Considering the restaurant is known for its steaks, we expected a much better experience. If you're planning to visit, I'd recommend sticking with the classic pub food instead of the steaks. Based on our experience, we probably wouldn't return. read more
1 month ago
No room for improvement! Top-notch service with friendly staff. The food is always cooked to perfection! The upstairs bar that nobody really knows about is a hidden gem especially if there's a long wait and you just want to grab a drink before dinner. read more
1 month ago
Destiny was great server. She knew the food. She knew the drinks. Said yes mamm and sir and was super friendly and helpful with everything. Literally can't say enough about her. The food was all great. Portions are super huge. Fish and chips are not traditional that's my only negative. Eat the beans. read more
26 days ago
8 months ago
Visiting Destin and was told by multiple people to come try this place. One of the only places we found opened really late around 2AM. Vibes were great. Service was amazing. Live music. Food portions was BIG. And dare I mention an 18 CENT SOUP!? Pretty hearty and big portioned. Ngl, the food just wasn't WOW imo. Loved the vibes tho read more
Tl;dr had a few hiccups here with the service, not being dog friendly as advertised, patio not being open, no prime rib. BUT the steak was so cooked perfectly = 5/5 !! NOT DOG FRIENDLY M-F!! Only allows service animals in restaurant. Pets okay on patio which is only open on weekends. This was disappointing :( F O O D Senate bean soup 18c Same recipe as was served in the US Senate for 18 cents in 1977 and still does - not bad. Im not a bean fan but friends loved it So sad and disappointed. 16 oz hickory smoked prime rib of beef is only available fri and sat after 4pm. Ribeye 16oz 64.99 + Ceasars salad, asparagus This is supposed to be usda prime but the cut i received was not as such. Definitely not marbled as well as expected of a USDA prime but the flavor from the crust was to die for and the steak itself was cooked perfectly. 10 oz new york strip 35.99 + Asparagus, baked potato Friend loved it. Cooked perfectly. She prefers chewing steak so this non-usda prime was perfect for her. Irish beer cheese burger 18.99 3/4 lb of lean beef with blend of seasoning rubbed into handmade Steakburgers + Irish potato fries Friend said the beer cheese was amazing but the burger itself was decent. Size was huge. Definitely large portions. S E R V I C E The service at the hostest stand was very poor. There were 3 females standing there and not a single one said hi. They were turned away while talking to guests. I stood there for a little before I just interjected and asked for a table. Was definitely not impressed. We were sitting at the table for a while before acknowledged as well - but it was pretty busy considering a Tuesday night. The start of the night was rocky but the food was absolutely incredible. Nathaniel came to our table to get our order - he was very bright and a natural. Seemed like hes been doing this a long time. He knows the menu very well - employee of the month for a reason. Fantastic service. M U S I C Live music was great. A female and a male (playing guitar) - both sang very well. Country feel but sang modern and classic songs. P R I C E 120 + 24% tip read more
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My friends and I we here looking for a spot to have some late dinner. And we where worried there would be a long wait but we found out the place is huge!! We got sat immediately. The entire place is a restaurant! You have to go through the gift shops to go through the dinning rooms. Our waitress was Star and she was amazing! Very charismatic and took her time explaining the place and answering our questions. Overall a great experience! read more
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Patrick G.
We appreciate your business and glad you enjoyed your stay. Starr is…
4 months ago
Bartender Natalie was awesome. There's 3 bartender's working as a team. Amazing service. The bean soup for 18 cents is really good! Our bartender recommended pork chops. I never order them as I'm paranoid of them being too dry. Well anyway.. she talked us into it & the pork chops were absolutely incredible. They came with an amazing bourbon glaze, apple sauce, & mashed taters! All SOO good! & Juicy!!! Oh. Excellent cocktails too. Great free-pour. No measurement crap. read more
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Are there gluten free options for a celiac?
As with all restaurants, they are hard to make 100% completely gluten-free but yes there are gluten-free options. I suggest the Mollys cut with some form of vegetable. It will be what they have at the time that seasonal. It comes with onion rings…
Is there a Join waitlist?
In Pensacola you can use yelp to gone on the waitlist. Destin does not have that option, it first come, first served.
Do they still serve the Giant Nachos?
Nachos have not been on the menu for 2 years and they currently have no plans to bring them back, sorry
Where do I find the wait list and how long?
You have to go in person. You can't call and get put on a waitlist. They will tell you the wait when you arrive and text you when your table is ready
Is there any gluten-free options?
Yes, they actually have a gluten free menu. Ask your server and they'll be happy to get it for you. Enjoy.
Do they make reservations here?
They do not but when you get there, there are two lines. One to speak with a hostess and get on the list, and the other is a Kiosk. My daughter waiting in line at the Kiosk and my Wife went to the regular line. The regular line was quoted 1.5 hrs…
Does destin location have a wait list?
We visited recently and hoped to check in and join the wait list online, but it seemed to be available only for the Pensacola location. We ended up just going early the next evening.
Do they do anything for birthdays?
Yes, just tell your server you have a birthday at your table. They will sing and give you a brownie with ice cream on top. Happy Birthday!
Can you order sushi at the main McGuire's restaurant alongside its menu?
Yes you can
What's the best time for a party of 2 on a Saturday night?
We always eat early 4-5 and have never had to wait.
Is there a wait time now?
At this present time, no. Come five or six o'clock and you'll have a line.
Went for Sunday brunch and want to write a good review for one of the bartenders who was amazing! She was the only female and had the coolest pair of glasses! Anyone know her name?
Brooke Fail
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