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    McGurk's

    4.1 (612 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Irish, American
    Closed 11:30 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Loud
    Live music
    Good for kids

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    John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden, Saint Louis
    Bruce K.

    My VP's credit card definitely took a beating tonight. Our whole team showed up, and with an open bar in play, things escalated quickly. Beer flowed freely, a few rounds of shots made their way around, and the food kept coming. Even with what must have been close to sixty people ordering, drinking, and talking over each other, the staff here handled it all with impressive grace and efficiency. They kept the energy up and made sure no one was left waiting too long, which is no small feat in a crowd that size. I went with a Guinness, naturally. It's my go-to in a setting like this. To go with it, I ordered a Reuben sandwich. I skipped most of the bread and passed on the chips, but the filling was absolutely spot-on. Hot, tender corned beef layered with melted Swiss cheese, a touch of sauerkraut, and just the right amount of mustard. It was rich, savory, and satisfying--basically perfection on a plate. We'll definitely need to come back to McGurk's when it's a smaller group so we can enjoy things at a more relaxed pace. But for a big team night like this, they really pulled it off. Very impressed with how smoothly it all went. [Review 1187 of 2025 - 452 in Missouri - 24739 overall]

    Fish n Chips. Fish was okay, I'd rather have actual fries
    Keith J.

    I love Irish Pubs and McGurks has the look and feel of a solid Irish Pub in STL and I love going there for pints especially after my beloved Dubliner in STL closed down five years or so ago. That's why it pains me to write a less than stellar review but it's mainly because of the food. So I ordered the fish & chips and the quality of the fish was good, but it wasn't a traditional fish n chips plate you'd expect of an English or Irish Pub since the chips were actually pub potato chips although that were cooked in-house. Also on their plate was three small pieces of breaded fish which tasted good and I didn't leave hungry but just barely. Suffice to say I would've preferred to have one giant piece of cod or other white fish along with fries as opposed to pub chips and I think it should've been an option but yep I know now that I should've read the menu before ordering. Also noted that in a past visit I've had the corn beef and cabbage there and it was good but was a real basic dish. While the corned beef tasting good it was about as good as the same dish made at home and nothing stood out about it. I'll enjoy stopping into McGurk's for pints of Guinness. There's also a very nice patio out back. Finally I have to say the servers there are attentive and friendly.

    Fountain on the patio
    Ed S.

    McGurk's is one of the finest bar/restaurants in the area. The patio is a must if you can find a seat out there. If not, don't worry you'll have much to look at inside as well. My family and I have been coming here for years. This is where I took my fiancé for our first date and it made for a memorable night. The food is excellent. From the bacon wrapped shrimp to the burgers, and sandwiches it's all good. Come thirsty as well as they have so many great drinks on tap.

    Reuben sandwich with Onion Rings
    Martha E.

    We came with family on a Saturday late morning. We were promptly seated. Our waitress was cordial and polite and serviced us well! We split the Reuben and onion rings, big enough for two people. The Reuben was good but very dry; I had difficulty swallowing it.. There was a party close to our table having a birthday party and the kids were yelling and screaming until they left. We graciously received a to go cup for our iced tea!!

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    Norman L.

    Went for a beer and ended up having an early dinner as well. Guinness was poured properly and wife had a Brick River Cider. We had the Grilled Chicken Chef Salad and it was great, just the right amount of dressing and the chicken was very good. Came with fresh avocado and boiled eggs as well, just delicious. Also had the potato soup which was also tasty but it could have been a little hotter. Bartenders were super nice as well. Could have been a little warmer inside but it was the first cold day of the year.

    Grilled chicken chef salad
    Connie L.

    I had a bowl of the potato soup to warm me up. And the Grilled chicken chef salad. Tastes great and filling too. McGurk's is a St. Louis staple!

    Guinness Stew with mashed potatoes
    Cat M.

    Wow, I really liked this place. It was recommended by a friend. Stopped in for an early dinner. They play Irish music and have what you would expect on the menu to include it a Guinness stew, potato soup, and corned beef and cabbage. I would recommend trying the potato soup. It was rich and flavorful, although quite salty. If you can't handle a lot of salt, then I would maybe steer clear. Their mashed potatoes are also pretty flavorful and I would add them as a side to any meal. Their Guinness stew was delicious. I had really rich flavors and a hearty portion so I was able to eat it for a few days after. We were set right away and the server was friendly and knowledgeable.

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    Chrissy E.

    On our last stop of the day, we made our way to McGurk's. I've only been here a handful of times but this would be my first time for live music. I was still a wee bit hungry but wanted something light to snack on. The server said the crisps were really good and were big enough to share. I got an order of that and stuck with water. The crisps came out shortly and they were even better than she described. They were seasoned (which a treat because not all pub chips are the same), light, and you def. can't eat just one. For a Sunday night, this place was packed. The atmosphere was lively and made me feel as if I was somewhere else other than Stl. This band in particular had quite a few fans and one of them went around asking for donations. Every now and then I have cash, but Sunday wasn't one of those days. When she got around to our table, I pointed to my card that was in the bill folder to pay and explained that's all I had, otherwise I would have paid my bill in cash. She then scoffed and said, "who doesn't carry cash on them? Not that I don't believe you but I'm old school." I'm thinking, "yeah, you look every bit of your age and additionally, it's a donation, which means it's optional." I shouldn't be chastised and made to feel bad for not being able to contribute. If that's how it's going to be going forward, I may re think going to see live music here, or at least go when a different band is playing. Aside from being accosted by the Karen groupie of that band, I enjoyed my time.

    Devon B.

    I hadn't been to McGurk's since college, because pubs really aren't my vibe anymore; however, we had to go on Mother's Day due to the original place we were planning to go having too long of a wait time. What a delicious meal we had! I was so pleasantly surprised by the taste of the food. The server was nice and gave us lots of time to relax and enjoy. Would definitely come back to grab a bite to eat here in the future.

    Even Bob Bilby loves McGurk's!
    Deanna A.

    Love, love, love this place! It's a must stop every time we come to St Louis. Very Family friendly even welcoming to Bob Bilby. Food smells and looks amazing!

    Savanna M.

    Friday night and the weather was fabulous so of course there was a small wait (15-20 min) but we were lucky enough to find a spot at the bar instead. Not a huge range of options for food but what they do have are delicious. I will never not order the spinach artichoke dip! Drinks are good and the vibes are great. One of my favorite patios to visit when the weather is perfect for outdoor dining.

    Fire on Patio
    Riley K.

    Great for a night out with friends to grab some drinks! Bartender gladly made us some special drinks, no problem.

    Stephanie H.

    Ambiance. Ambiance. Ambiance. 5 stars for the patio! We visited on a Sunday late afternoon, around 3pm. Parked on the street and walked a couple of blocks. Entered through side patio entrance. No wait. They cleared a table and we were seated immediately by the waterfall/koi pond. Loved it! Three outdoor bars, plenty of TVs, but also beautiful flowers, water, and a peacefulness that I really appreciated. The drinks came quick. Server was attentive, even though she was very busy. My husband had the Cajun chicken sandwich and onion rings. I had the Cajun chicken pasta. Both were very good! The sandwich had more of a kick to it than the pasta, but still very good flavor! We can't wait for our next visit!

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    Ask the Community - McGurk's

    Are dogs allowed on patio?

    No it's not

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Can we bring our teen grandson here?

    Yes, of course! We bring our three year old and newborn all the time.

    How late is the kitchen open?

    10 on weekdays 11 on weekends

    Are there any happy hour specials throughout the week?

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