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    Pimlico Irish Pub - River Oaks

    4.4 (115 reviews)
    Open 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    PIMLICO IRISH PUB - RIVER OAKS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Juke Box
    Good for groups

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    The Steak Big Boy
    Linda S.

    I went on the Tuesday with Mojo's steaks! I ordered the Steak Big Boy combo. One of the best steaks I've had for the price. It was delicious! Cash only though! Otherwise the venue is really nice! A typical Irish pub. They have the general beer brands. There is the bar inside that is centered between multiple tables. Seating is around 20-30 people. There is also outside seating in front of the restaurant and a two story porch area. Parking can get kinda tight depending on what time it is.

    Dan A.

    I love this Pub. The space is well-run, and the service is exceptional. It always feels great coming here and the environment is always super friendly. Pimlico hosts fun events throughout the year and their beers are always poured just right. Happy to have this place in the neighborhood.

    Tutti S.

    I loved the Meat Mojo Steak Night! The food was absolutely delish and super well seasoned!! Love, love, loved the steak, served with smashed cheddar and jalapeño potatoes. The fresh pineapple was super tasty with the meal! Yesss and yummy. The bar was a quaint spot, with friendly and attentive servers. I would return for steak night and other days. Really tasty drinks and a comfy place to hang out!

    Jennifer G.

    Pretty good Irish bar. Our experience was marred a bit by a patron who came in pretty trashed and kept following us around. We asked the bartender not to let him keep buying rounds and giving them to us to the point where we finally hid on the upstairs patio...too much.

    Guinness (before)
    Chris S.

    Our friends brought us here when we were visiting Houston because it's one of their old favorites and I can see why. Great Irish pub ambiance, and the most perfectly poured Guinness I've ever had outside of the Guinness HQ itself! Apologies to other patrons for all the ABBA we played on the TouchTunes jukebox.

    Lamb with potatoes and pineapple
    Penelope G.

    Meat Mojo: let me just say, as someone who is a picky eater, THIS WAS AMAZING!!!!! Also, they provided great service! 10/10 would recommend.

    Vincent L.

    Meat mojo is out here on a Thursday night! Always a favorite bar steak for me, added with great ambiance of the Irish pub, makes it a bigger hit. I normally ordered the famous rack of lambs that is always so ever tender, moist with pineapples and ninja sauce, but wanted to take it easy and enjoyed the boneless ribeye. Love the grilled marks perfectly cooked medium rare. Paired with mash potatoes and pasta salad, brings out the savory flavors. Meat mojo sauces are ever so addicted with its sweet, spicy, and tangyness that gives the steak a kick. The steak do take awhile to come out, but perfection is hard to rush

    Guinness
    Joe N.

    Best pours in Houston. Nobody pours Guinness on draft like Pimlico Irish Pub. Great atmosphere and service!

    St Patrick's day show
    Victor H.

    One bad ass Irish pub. Only here for St Patrick's day and the place was packed, drinks were flowing, a live band played, and met some nice people. The atmosphere is as friendly as the leprechaun with an efficient staff pumping out drinks. Didn't get to try their food but the menu looks delicious based on what I've seen. Look forward to a return trip here to check out the rest of the place.

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    A hidden gem Laid back atmosphere. Great drinks. Cool vibe. What more do you need.

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    Love this place. Great, small or large plates of food and even better drink list. There happy hour is also the best deal in town

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    Wonderful pub! They had a super friendly staff, awesome priced drinks, nice crowd! Will be back again!

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    We love Meat Mojo Steak Night. Great place with plenty of room to spread out right now. Fun vibe and street parking.

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    He made the best drinks, poured the best Guinness, always had a smile on his face and basically made it feel like home.

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