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Mulligan's Irish Pub

4.3 (34 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 1 month ago

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I was expecting to love this place. The service (Gatsby) was sweet and polite, but I was disappointed to see that neither of the two things I came here to try (Shepherd's pie or Guinness stew) was available because only a limited menu is offered for Sunday lunch. That's a pity because I work during the week and only go to restaurants on the weekends for lunch. Ended up having the fish and chips, which was pretty good, but honestly, better at Puerto Nuevo in Elizabethton (plus, you get a salad). Hubby got a very dry and overcooked chicken sandwich. The pups won't mind, so we took it home for them. The fries were really good. Maybe one day, we'll make it back to try what I was originally planning on ordering, but it definitely won't be for Sunday lunch. Better luck next time.

Priscilla L.

Perfect sized food plates! Anything you order will be tasty & the Guinness is poured perfectly. Staff is so nice and welcoming and the place is huge!

Small order of fish and chips. The large order is two pieces of fish.
Chris S.

The outside is well marked and it is easy to find. Parking is limited since It's downtown but that is to be expected. There are a lot of signs saying to not park in the rear lot as that is not theirs and your vehicle will be towed. Waking in, the hostess station is right in front. There is a counter to the right which may be for pickup orders. Seating is primarily tables which are well spaced so you don't really feel crowded and it is easy to walk through. We were greeted and seated immediately on entering. There are many options for gaming at your table from traditional board games to bookcase games. There is also a pool table as well as two dart boards. Our waiter came by quickly to take our drink order. The drinks were brought quickly but he left without asking if we were ready to order. We waited at least 15 minutes before a different waitress came by to take our food order. We ordered the fish and chips as well as a Reuben sandwich. We were told they were not serving sandwiches until after 2 (this was on a Saturday at noon). Since we had already waited a while and could not order what we wanted we decided to leave. The owner caught up to us as we were walking out to ask what the problem was. When told, he asked us to come back as they were actually serving sandwiches. Apparently our waitress was new and was confused with the Sunday brunch menu. We decided to give them another chance and placed our order. While waiting for our food the owner came to sit with us. We learned his mother and wife also worked there. He left after talking a few minutes. We continued waiting for our food. He came by to check on us again and said he would see what was causing the delay. We waited at least 30 minutes for our food to arrive after ordering and they were only half full in the dining area. My dining partner and I both immediately noticed the strong fish smell when the fish and chips arrived. It overpowered everything else on the table. The fish was overcooked and rubbery and the chips were also overdone. The Reuben was decent with good proportions of meat and sauerkraut. The accompanying fries were overdone. We then waited at least 10 minutes for our check, even after asking our waiter. He did take the payment quickly and returned with the receipt. There was no discount due to the long wait. This is not a place we will return to.

Scotch eggs (we ate half before taking the pic)
Virginia T.

This place is nothing short of fabulous! Talk about a hidden gem... well, one that's not so hidden! My hubs and I walked into this spacious but cozy pub and were immediately greeted by Keith, who made us feel very welcome. After we were seated and our server gave us menus, Sean, the owner, sat with us a chatted a while about the pub's backstory and his vision for its future.  After our server ran us through the specials, we ordered the Scotch Eggs for an appetizer and we both ordered the fish and chips. Both dishes were incredible! The Scotch Eggs were a new experience for us and are now on our short list of favorite appetizers. Hard boiled eggs wrapped in sausage, coated with breadcrumbs and fried, with a honey mustard dipping sauce on the side. Sounds simple, yes? But the whole is much greater than the sum of its parts. Wow! (Picture taken after we ate half.) The fish and chips were without a doubt the best in east Tennessee by far. The thick, flaky, perfectly cooked cod with an extremely flavorful, crispy beer batter is on a new level of delicious. The fries were thick cut and crispy on the outside but creamy and fluffy on the inside. The dish came with a nice tartar sauce and a pickle spear. And to top it off, the table condiments include a bottle of malt vinegar, which in my mind, is a must for fish and chips. The most surprising thing was the place was not packed! With great food and an atmosphere like this, I can't believe there wasn't a line out the door waiting for a table.  Let's change that! I'm here to say if you don't try this place, you're losing out on a treasure chest of great food, good people, and a comfortable, friendly setting.

Almost too pretty to drink!

I am not a typical person that does reviews. As a matter of fact I never do them, but this needs to be said. Mulligans is by far the best place to be in Johnson City! The staff is insane, they are so friendly and make you feel right at home. I get the Guinness stew every time I come and it is by far the most delicious, hearty and tasty soup I have ever placed upon my tongue. The fish and chips are great and if you like drinks, there is nobody in the tri city area that can out preform these guys. Absolutely astonishing!

Yum!
Tay E.

Excellent pub food and service. Had the scotch eggs which were perfect for sharing although I could eat it alone w a salad. The fish and chips don't get any better. And the special Philly cheese steak like sandwich was delicious. So glad this place is in JC. We played some board games while we ate too.

Such a great place. Delicious food, great vibe. The music brings the vibe. The food brings joy to the foody.

Fish and chips and Guinness Stew (Dinner)
Tom A.

Tried this place last week and it didn't disappoint. Our bartender/server, Nicole was top notch. She was friendly, accurate and quick with everything despite waiting on the entire restaurant. I ordered the fish and chips. The fish was outstanding!!!! I wish I had asked for the steak fries well done though, because they could have used another minute or two in the fryer. I also wish that it came with coleslaw, but I was told that has been removed from the menu. My partner ordered the Guinness beef stew. I tried a bite and we both agreed that was delicious also. We each had a mixed drink and then both had a black and tan. The manager, Sean, came over and talked with us for a bit. He was friendly and made us feel welcome. Always a good impression when a manager spends time talking with guests because it shows he cares about this place. This will be a monthly stop for us.

Eve P.

Not sure how this place doesn't have more reviews. My guess is the locals are trying to keep it a hidden gem. Food was fantastic, staff was super friendly and welcoming, there's plenty of seating, and they have live Celtic music on the weekends. Highly recommend the French onion soup (best I've ever had- and I'm a foodie), fish and chips were excellent, and my husband raved about the Rueben sandwich. We definitely found our new favorite spot!!!!

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They have the best fish and chips we've had in this state. Friendly service, fun Irish music, great food.

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Amazing. Go. Food is just awesome. People are sweet. Nothing in my mind needs to change. I love this place.

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