While I've been off on a short stay-cation this week, I've committed myself to snagging at least one Yelp review daily.
That is a legit way to spend your stay-cation, right?
You're right. I probably need to get out more.
But hey, until then Yelp reviews it is!
Murphy's Pubhouse is the latest Stonebraker family establishment that includes Murphys at Flynn's at 52nd & Allisonville Road, Murphy's Pubhouse South, and Murphy's Crafthouse in Geist along with Stoney's Liquor. As a fun fact, the family, via a grandparent, also used to own the old Huddles Restaurants.
While I'm a semi-regular at Murphy's at Flynn's, I'd actually never been to this spot before I set out today in search of a new place to review.
Murphy's Pubhouse is located in a strip center that, while visible from the street, actually takes some intentional looking to really see. Accessibility is decent - there's a handful of accessible spots in the middle of the building, though Murphy's is probably 2-3 storefronts down. Curb cuts are fine.
As you enter through the double-sided doorway, just a tad heavy, you wind your way into an area that on this visit said "seat yourself." They have a bar area, some outdoor dining, and a side toward the left that appears to have both a small stage and tables/booths. Unless I'm guessing poorly, I think Dave Matthews has been there as they carry his wine (Dream Tree) and there's a couple signed guitars and a huge poster. There were no ants marching, so that's good.
I sat at a four-top, moved the chair myself. My server was over fairly quickly and I ordered my usual unsweetened iced tea while checking out the menu. The menu has the usual pub fair - steaks, sandwiches, entrees, pizza, wings, and a full bar. I contemplated the tenderloin, but actually just wanted a really good burger. So, hey. I ordered that with fries. Yes, I know it's weird to go out to a nice joint for a burger and fries. But, most of you reading this have met me.
I'm kinda weird. Let's be honest.
The atmosphere was, well, a bar. It was average in terms of sound and there were televisions playing sports. The crowd seemed to be mostly older folks, though the pub is family friendly. If there was one issue with the atmosphere, it was that I just thought it was a tad chilly inside.
The burger? Very nice size and thickness, served medium well as ordered. If I'm going to pay ten bucks for a burger, I prefer that it actually last me more than a couple bites. This one did. The fries were also quite good - seasoned nicely.
The service was fine throughout. I actually ended up with a couple refills of my iced tea. She was attentive. I will confess maybe a little too attentive - I was actively reading during my meal and at least once was truly interrupted. However, it wasn't jarring and overall I think the service was quite good but not quite to the "I'm dying to go back" point.
I was able to linger long enough to do some decent reading - I always like that, especially on a day off when I truly have time to relax.
This experience was a solid 4-star experience. It wasn't what I'd call flawless, but I'd easily go back and definitely thought the meal, at right around $13, was a solid value. The service was good to very good, while the atmosphere, even with a bit of a chill, was warm and comfy.
If you're in for a pub type experience, this is a solid choice for this area but not quite what I'd call a destination spot. They do also feature live music. You can get more details on their website! read more