Date night landed us in NoDa. McHales Pub is in the heart of NoDa. The staff was friendly, we sat in the bar area on a salvaged church pew and stool. The signs, the hints of Irish detail are adorable. The highlight of this visit were the Leprechaun Balls. Crispy balls of Irish cheddar, cream cheese, and jalapeño, I really didn't even need the ranch that came with them. Not too spicy, just the right amount of jalapeno flavor. Yes the pub burger was good. The fries were delicious!!! My husband enjoyed the fish sandwich (which he did not let me get a bite of, lol) But again the show stopper for me were the Leprechaun Balls and I literally ordered them because the name was cute but they were mouth watering. read more

Mchales Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

McHale's Pub is a welcome addition to NoDa! The spacious patio is great, and the wooden interior gives off a truly authentic pub vibe. Our service was solid, and the food came out pretty fast. The Reuben and the Fish & Chips were both excellent choices. My only critique is on the drinks--the cocktail menu is a bit limited (both for listed drinks and off-menu requests), though they have a decent beer list. I'd love to see a more expansive bar selection in the future! I also visited on St. Patty's Day and it was packed as you would imagine, but had a great vibe and quick service. read more

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McHale's Pub opened up within the last year in Noda and it give the NoDa neighborhood an authentic Irish pub. The serve properly poured Guinness, along with a large selection of beers , Irish whiskey and cocktails. We had the Leprechaun Balls. Irish cheddar and cream cheese rolled into bite sized deep fried balls. They were so good ! We also had the Irish Egg Roll. Corned beef , cabbage and cheese deep fried. They were good, but the Leprechaun balls were more flavorful. The staff were friendly and there were several seating options, inside and out. A great addition to Noda. read more

Mchales Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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It can't be that good. 5 stars? Yes! This is my new spot. I moved to NODA in February. I love the charm of the cozy Irish restaurant and the food and service are top notch. We had the sausage rolls, 5 stars. Then I ordered the 5 star McHale's burger, which has two smash patties, Irish cheddar, bacon jam, crispy potato strings, Marie rose, brioche, and the Guinness Mac and Cheese. We shared the 5 star sticky toffee pudding to finish out the night. We were very happy diners. read more

Mchales Pub - McHale's Burger and Guinness Mac and Cheese - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

If only this place had opened when I still lived in NoDa. I would have been a regular for sure! I love a good Irish pub. There is something comforting about them. Maybe it's the fact that they can be found all over the world. Well now one can be found in the NoDa neighborhood of Charlotte and it definitely delivers the cozy pub vibes. They host trivia nights as well as musical acts, and even movie nights! Not to mention the food has been getting rave reviews. I myself have not had the pleasure yet of trying their food, but I can say they pour a great Guinness! read more

Mchales Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Very fun place. I went with girl friends for trivia and we all enjoyed ourselves. We were in a (slightly awkward) corner (?) booth but it was kinda cool because we were a little secluded but could still participate in trivia. The fries - YOU GOTTA GET THEM! Hand cut, seasoned to salted perfection and fried to a beautiful crispy golden brown. Fun drinks but also standard beers. I'll be back for the curry for sure read more

Mchales Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I'm SO excited about this new Irish bar in the neighborhood. Noda needed a place like this. We went for the soft opening last week, and everything was great. Service, food, atmosphere etc. The patio is really big and will be even better in the fall when it cools down. The menu is bigger than expected, with a lot of options for everyone. We went with the Goat Cheese Spread to start, which was tasty. You get a lot of goat cheese for the price. I definitely want to try some of the other appetizers next time though. We got the grilled cheese and soup, and the fish and chips for our meals. We both thought they were delicious. Again, we'd like to come back and try some other dishes next time. Overall, this is definitely going to be a hot spot in Noda! read more

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First time here since they left Rock Hill. Nice atmosphere, great service. Food was exceptional, wife had hash, I had Irish curry on French fries. Leprechaun balls for an appetizer. Good wheelchair accessibility. read more

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Food was good service was excellent my wife throughly enjoyed the sausage rolls. I was a little unimpressed with the Leek and potato soup but the fish and chips were great read more

NoDa just got itself a proper Irish pub and apparently everyone already knows...because when I walked in at 6pm on a random Tuesday, the place was already poppin' like it was St. Paddy's. And they haven't even had their grand opening yet. By 7pm? Every seat was taken. You'd think they were giving away Guinness-flavored gold bars. This place gives "local pub energy" in the best way. Inside, McHale's looks like your Irish uncle's den got upgraded with vintage chandeliers, leather bar stools, and just the right amount of framed wall clutter to feel like someone actually lives there. There's a long wooden bar, deep booths, and vibes so cozy I half-expected someone to hand me a fiddle and ask me to join the band. And speaking of music...one of the hostesses was dancing around the dining room to Fleetwood Mac. Like full twirl mode. That's when I knew I was gonna like it here. I love seeing the staff enjoy their job. My server Olivia was chill and super helpful, and she immediately pointed me to their most popular starter: the Leprechaun Balls. Yes, that's their real name. Yes, I ordered them without hesitation. They're fried cheddar and cream cheese balls stuffed with jalapeño and served with a thick house-made ranch. These were basically the Irish version of jalapeño poppers...hot, crunchy, creamy cheese grenades with a mild kick. The kind of thing you could eat twelve of and still pretend it was "just a little snack." Then came the Fish and Chips, and holy haddock, this thing was massive. The beer-battered fish was hot enough to brand the roof of my mouth and crispy like it had been fried by angels. The thick hand-cut fries were golden perfection, and the house-made tartar sauce was so good I contemplated dipping my finger in it. And because I clearly hate moderation, I added on a side of the Guinness Mac and Cheese. It was everything I wanted...creamy, cheesy, just a whisper of Guinness, and topped with toasted breadcrumbs. A solid choice if you're the type to judge a place by their mac. The menu is stacked. Starters include Irish egg rolls, sausage rolls, goat cheese spread with brown bread, and those already-legendary leprechaun balls. Entrées run from hearty stuff like Irish Curry and Steak Frites to lighter picks like Peach Whiskey Salmon and Chicken Kebab. And yes, they've got grilled oysters, pub burgers, and even a Reuben sandwich if you want something handheld. While I don't drink, the drink list's no slouch either, plenty of Irish brews on tap, craft beers, wine, and cocktails like the "Irish Old Fashioned" and a "Mocha Espresso Martini" for those who want dessert with a buzz. The entrance is NOT the door facing the street. It's the side door on the right of the building. I spent a good minute staring at the front like I was locked out of Hogwarts. Also, parking is...not ideal. Either Uber, walk, or prepare for a fun little scavenger hunt around the block for street parking or one of the paid lots nearby. This place has potential to be a true neighborhood staple. I'd love to see live music nights or impromptu jam sessions where people just show up with fiddles, bodhráns, or whatever else you play after three pints. McHale's already feels like home...if your home came with killer mac, fried cheese bombs, and a happy hostess spinning to Stevie Nicks. Want more legit Charlotte food spots without the fluff? I made a guide. It's called http://evansfoodguide.com Follow me on Instagram: instagram.com/charlottefoodieguy Go eat something good! read more

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The service and food were GREAT!!!!! Super filling food and such a relaxed environment. Perfect for a filling dinner on a cold day. read more

Mchales Pub - Burger with Bacon Jam and fries and Fish Sandwich - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Told 45min wait. After an hour was 1st in line for a table of 3. Literally watched the 3 below us get seated. After asking we were put on a back patio & never waited on. Inquired again at the hostess stand. 10min later walked out after never being waited on. read more

We had lunch at McHale's today for the first time. Ordered the fish and chips. Absolutely fantastic! Best fish and chips I've had in a long time. Great vibe too. Truly authentic pub. Will be back often. read more

Nailed it for an opening or any other day of the week. Pub burger is the burger Charlotte has been missing - juicy not smashed, puts some meat on your bones, great char and flavor. Fish and chips didn't disappoint either and was cooked to perfection. Vibes didn't disappoint either. This is The Irish Pub that Noda and our local crowd here has been waiting for for a long time. Not to mention in a classic Charlotte / Rock Hill historical staple in McHales. Make sure to man up and get some leprechaun balls too. read more

Have been here a few times now and the food is very good, the service is always on point, and they've created the perfect pub vibe. Mchales is a welcome addition to the neighborhood and I hope it lasts a very long time! read more

Service was good for a busy night, but Food could be better, the plater was over cooked. 1st Irish pub to cook average food. Just ate the fries and threw the rest read more

Mchales Pub - Fries were good, but the rest of the plater was over ( fried / cooked ). We only had the fries & threw the rest out. - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

What a great addition to Noda!! Stopped in for a quick bite to eat and their Rueben was absolutely fantastic! Will be back again, Thank you read more

Mchales Pub - Reuben with Fries - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great Irish pub in both the food & atmosphere categories! The shepherds pie was in a baked potato skin which was cool take on it. Mac & cheese was great as well read more

Mchales Pub - Mac & Cheese, Shepherd's Pie - Irish Pub Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Outstanding experience. We all thoroughly enjoyed the food and the ambiance! Will definitely return.

My favorite place to eat or get a beer in Charlotte. This place is exactly what NoDa needed and they never disappoint. Food is bomb.