The best pub food we've ever had! WOW! This is not your ordinary pub food! From the first bite, we could tell there was something special about this place. We had the pleasure of being taken care of by the manager, Cesar, who shared just how much pride goes into their food. Produce is delivered fresh daily, the fish is fresh and wild-caught, sauces are made from scratch, and even the desserts are prepared in-house! And believe me, you can taste the difference! The quality of the ingredients and the care put into every dish truly set this place apart. This is restaurant-quality dining disguised as a neighborhood pub! An exceptional experience from start to finish. We can't recommend it highly enough! read more

$22 Fish Tacos: good! Aioli sauce over battered and fried. Many calories though which is probably why it tasted good. Can eat again. read more

O'Callaghans - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

O'Callaghans provides an outstanding variety of food and drink choices. The food was excellent and the service was as well! I would definitely recommend a visit there if you are ever in Carmel! Definitely a 5-star experience! Jay C read more

This place is a fantastic Irish pub/ hidden gym that only the locals know about. It's also right behind the Carmel mission Inn and on Highway one so it's easy to get to. It also has one of the best selections for Irish whiskey. It also has outstanding pub food. The hamburger, fried chicken sandwich, and Guinness ribs are my favorite. I think the best times to go there or happy hour and after dinner and you usually are guaranteed to get a spot at the bar. Perfect for groups and party, especially with outdoor seating. Add a chance to meet the owner Brent today and he took me through some of the recent renovations. Super clean all of the staff is very friendly. 6 Stars. read more

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Service was great. Poor girl was all by herself and very busy, though. They should have another bartender at least. Atmosphere was nice. Food was very good but took forever to come out.. waited about an hour for our appetizer and they forgot my fries but corrected it, just took a while to come. By the time they came I was already pretty much finished with my meal and full. Very pricey for all that being said. read more

O'Callaghans - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

This place is only grass fed beef and the best quality food we had since moving to Monterey, don't miss this place. Ask for Cesar, he will make certain you have a great time. Enjoy the music Friday and Saturday nights Mikey V read more

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Excellent food at moderate prices for Carmel. Good atmosphere. Staff was very nice and helpful. We were there for a late lunch and it was quiet, with low-volume music playing that was nice, but in the evenings the noise coming from this place is extremely loud so we wouldn't go then. read more

Such nice people! The bartender/server has a never ending smile. The atmosphere is cozy, especially on a cold evening. We each had the short ribs braised in Guinness - yum! The ribs were so tender, veggies cooked to perfection, and mashed potatoes rounded out a delicious meal. We're going back. read more

O'Callaghans - Short ribs braised in Guinness. Ummmmm. - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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Nice pub. Irish stew was exceptional. Ask for a side of mashed potatoes and thank me later. Above average burger.

This place is awesome. The food is great. The service is good. The owner is so professional and accommodating. And they've added music on many nights which is a plus. read more

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Beautiful Carmel night was highlighted by finding this gem. We sat outside up high in the protected high glass wall balcony. So well taken care of , clean and had the college game on. Inside a man was playing the guitar. So good. Our waiter was friendly , attentive and courteous. We ordered drinks and dinner. Everything was served was as it should be. Cold drinks , warm meal , attentiveness and with a smile. How refreshing to have such great service and good food. We will be back. 10/10. Bonus was our teens actually came out with us tonight last minute and we all had a great family night. Thanks ! read more

The service was incredible, sincerely top tier. We came here after a wedding and had the pleasure of listening to Andy as the DJ and had a great dance party. The music had the best vibes and after party aura! Thank you so much for having us and letting us continue to celebrate the newlyweds. Would definitely come back and recommend to all! read more

Amazingly delicious! We had the Shepards Pie and it was the best ever! Also the sausage appetizer. Same goes for the soda bread and Guinness Short Ribs. I guarantee everything here, you won't be disappointed. read more

Delicious!! We got fish and chips, I got a sandwich. Their Parmesan potato chips are so so yummy. The service was kind and we also got chicken wings and found those were super yummy too. The ambiance is authentic irish pub and the service is timely and kind. read more

Great atmosphere here, your typical Irish Pub, we shared the steaming hot clam chowder, beef sliders and onion rings. A+ very busy, service was great however they need more help! Would definitely recommend for good food and a place to watch the ball game. read more

Best fish and chips- enough for both my husband and myself. House wine- awesome. Nestled in a great area. Service was exceptional. Ambiance was laid back while ya watch sports read more

Most Irish place we've ever frequented in the states. If there were more tables to fill up the space, it would feel like Ireland! But I digress- get the Guinness Braised Short Ribs and the Irish Stew- you won't regret. Get a pint of the Guinness as well, and finish with the bread pudding! Service is attentive and relatively fast. We will be back! read more

Absolutely Amazing Experience at O'Callaghan's! My husband and I have visited O'Callaghan's on two separate occasions, and both times were nothing short of wonderful! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm smiles and genuine hospitality. The host and waitress were quick to get us seated and made sure we were taken care of right away. The food came out promptly, fresh, and delicious. Every dish we tried was full of flavor, and the prices were surprisingly reasonable for the quality and portion size. You can really tell they take pride in what they serve. And the drinks, wow! Their margarita and wine were to die for. Perfectly mixed, refreshing, and the ideal way to complement the meal. Overall, O'Callaghan's has quickly become one of our favorite spots. Between the friendly staff, excellent food, and amazing drinks, it's the perfect place for a casual dinner or a relaxing night out. We can't wait to go back! read more

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This place earned its regulars largely because of one person: Daniel behind the bar. He was attentive without hovering, remembered what you drank, and made the best Irish coffee I've had anywhere. On my birthday he went out of his way to make it special. He organized a night with live music and even bought a cake out of his own pocket. That's not in any job description. That's just who he is. I came back recently looking forward to seeing him and learned he'd been let go. I'm genuinely sad about it. The drinks are still good, but a bar is more than its menu, and Daniel was a big part of why this one felt like a place worth returning to. Wishing him the best wherever he lands. I do love Caesar though, big ups bruh. read more

This place has great food and great service. It has a nice area inside and outside to eat all the food is really tasty and they have lots of beers and drink options. My burger was really good and cooked perfectly, and the shepherds pie was very tasty and filling. read more

O'Callaghans - Shepherd's pie and a pint of Guinness - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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This isn't your average Irish pub. Food, drinks and staff are top notch! Thoroughly impressed with the quality of their food. They have a drink called Mexican candy and it's ohhh sooooo mouth watering delicious! The beef and chicken sliders are incredibly tasty! We also had the short ribs! 10/10! read more

O'Callaghans - Braised short ribs, perfectly tender served with mashed potatoes, carrots and sautéed spinach - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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Barnyard seems like a tough locatioin for a restaurant. On the Friday we visited, there were lots of places to eat but not enough people. Still, the Beet and Pear Salad ($17) was the best I've had. Fish and Chips ($24) accompanied well. Well margarita ($15) and Black and Tan ($8) also helped. Service was good. Ambiance was difficult to assess because the big attraction was the workers installing a big screen TV way up on the wall. If you get to the Barnyard and want a beer without bother or a meal, try O'Callaghans. read more

Ive always wanted to Try This Place I was At this Location Many Years ago But It was Run down Old You should See it Now I walk in WOW Clean Comfotable Open Ceiling. I order the Short Ribs It Looked Great with Baby Carrot sauteed spinach mashed Potatoes. For Dessert one of the best Bread Puddings in Town. I will Return Try Something Else read more

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My husband and I chose Carmel for my birthday weekend. We were eager to try O'Callaghans and we were not disappointed! Our food: Irish stew, soda bread, and clam chowder were top notch and you can never go wrong with Guinness! Caesar, our waiter, was awesome too! Hands down, awesome around and the heater outdoors was the cherry on top! We'll definitely go back again! read more

Amazing Irish Coffee, subpar fried chicken sandwich, but who comes to an Irish Pub for the food? The restaurant is kid friendly but the complex it's in is a nightmare to traverse with a stroller. read more

True Irish Pub. Black n Tan, half n half, snake bite...all the combos. The food was delicious. Some of the best fish n chips and shepherds pie you can get. read more

Holy moly the dj really got it goin. What a great party. The crowd was bumpin. Dj killed it

Food arrived quickly and portion size was fair. Taste was mild, service polite, overall a standard three-star dinner. read more

O'Callaghans - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

The fried chicken sliders on Hawaiian rolls was fantastic - a lot of flavor with a nice soft bun creating a great texture! The steak fries were hardy and not overly fried. The clam chowder was not chunky but it was creamy and tasty. The pear and beet salad was nice and fresh with the perfect amount of dressing. Drinks were great - I washed all of the above down with a Bombay Sapphire tonic and a Guinness. Cesar was our server and was great - he bought out water bowls for all our dogs on the outdoor patio that overlooks the plaza. Very chill and relaxing ambiance here - I'll definitely visit the next time I'm in town! read more

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This pub is a must! AMAZING food, great drinks and exceptional service! Such a cool vibe. We will definitely be back! read more

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Wonderful beer, food and especially service! they have happy hour every day 3-6pm! great music and fun clientele

My husband and I had amazing time at O'Callaghans for our wedding after-party. The spot came highly recommended by our wedding venue, Mission Ranch. We were so happy with how incredible the DJ was that night, and we had an absolute blast dancing with our friends. The DJ at O'Callaghans was truly a highlight of the day for us. The drinks were also fabulous, as was the staff. We couldn't have asked for a better after-party experience. We will definitely be back for another evening of music and dancing. read more

Service was great. Our server/bartender was great. Friendly thoughtful and attentive. I had a Diet Coke ($4.50) which was funky tasting, and the server offered another, but tasted the same. Not a big deal. The pretzel with cheese ($16.95) was yummy! My BF liked his Guinness ($8) and Fish and chips ($22.95) My Irish stew was not very Irish. A very thin soupy broth and was more like a vegetable beef soup. I swear I also tasted cumin, so it was more like a Mexican beef soup. I love soup and I love Mexican food! But when ordering Irish soup..., you get where I'm going! Very small bowl of soup $22. I've waited years to try this place, and I "might" try again in a few more years. $90 including tax and tip. read more

Where do I begin? Food is where I will start was expecting bar food, what I got was completely the opposite. We had an elevated bar menu with top notch culinary choices that were savory and you can tell had quality ingredients written all over them. Service was great, my cup was never empty without Cami our server or the general manager attending to us on a moments notice. Ambiance was great and what you figure an Irish pub should be like. Would go back and look forward to trying and exploring more choices off the menu. 5 star experience!!!'n read more

O'Callaghans - Fish and chips hand dipped rock-cod with zero grease, home made fries tartar sauce. - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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The service was absolutely abysmal. It was my first time back in beautiful Carmel and Jose's angry demeanor and poor quality of service absolutely ruined my day. He was angry making drinks for our party for God knows why. He seemed tired and lethargic coming into his shift so his attitude was that of someone who absolutely didn't care and mostly he showed 0 interest in helping our party. If you have Jose as your bartender then be sure to only get a beer and be on your way. Thank you for nothing Jose the bartender at O'Callaghans. read more

Okay-- the food is sooo great! The drinks were good too! We got the sausage and wings appetizer, so flavorful! Then we got the beef and chicken sliders, sooooo good, with the chowder on the side. The bartender did a great job and serving us as well as the bar. 10/10 recommend for casual great eats. Plus there was live music on a Thursday night! read more

Such a great place! We had an amazing time celebrating our friend's bachelorette. The DJ killed it with the Latin music! nonstop fun! The service was awesome as well. Totally recommend it, we'll for sure be back! read more

The food was absolutely delicious!!! We got the shepherds pie, braised short ribs, and the beef stew. It was all incredible. Service was also great! Very friendly :) 10/10 I will definitely be coming back the next time I'm in town! read more

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Eat at this place the day after a wedding (includes a hangover), and I really wanted something warm to drink. Clam chowder was good, not in my top 3, but still delicious nonetheless. The other people in the party had hamburger, sandwich and the meals and in retrospect, they really did look yummy, just not what I was looking for at the time read more

O'Callaghans - Clam chowder - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

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Best pub in the area!! Their drinks are a reasonable price and those shots are HUGE. Absolutely love their pretzels and irish soda bread. I loved the ambiance too. The bartender is amazing and very friendly, we basically became friends by the end of it. We'll definitely be back! Food: 8.5/10 Service: 10/10 Drinks: 8/10 read more

O'Callaghans - Irish Pub Near Me - Carmel-by-the-Sea, California