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    Poway's Irish Pub

    4.1 (208 reviews)
    InexpensiveIrish Pub, Dive Bars
    Closed 10:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    POWAY'S IRISH PUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Live music
    Juke Box
    Divey
    Moderate noise

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    Rina H.

    Is it just me or are pubs such a fun switch up for a restaurant to eat at? My friend and I came in after we had gone for a long hike so we were ready to chow down. You order your food at the bar and then they bring it to your table. We both got the shepherds pie and it was different than any other shepherds pie I've ever had. I would say the meat part was more liquidy and the ratio of meat to potatoes definitely skewed heavy on the meat side , which is never a bad thing. It was a very hearty and comforting meal to eat. This is such a fun spot they even had karaoke that was just starting and some really awesome decorations.

    Brandi P.

    We always see off of Poway road, we had a few hours and wanted to try a new place so we stopped by. We walked on around 3:30 Saturday and the place was pretty packed. Everyone was really nice and welcoming, truly like your friendly neighborhood bar. Music was playing and everyone was smiling, chatting, and laughing. We got fries which came in a decent sized basket and had two sides of probably some of the best ranch I've ever had. They have a decent sized menu with some tasty looking bar bites. My husband got a Coors Light (draft) and I got a double Jameson and club soda. Wow, what a drink! I was asked short or tall and of course I chose short and it packed a punch. The bartender was always smiling and was tending to not only us sitting at the bar but to those sitting indoors and outside and she was very attentive to everyone. Super friendly and makes the best drinks. An awesome local place!

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    Annie B.

    wings were pretty good, loved their ranch! got a lager I forgot what I got but it was refreshing! staff was friendly, played good music, had sports on TV! parking was easy! they had some arcade games and a pool table! but you have to pay :/ other than that would stop by if in the mood for some beer! not busy or crowded at all

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    3 months ago

    My husband and I went, unfortunately had a DJ, will go again when they have live music. Went on an off night

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    7 months ago

    Great pub food. The Paddy Balls were awesome and the Guinness Stew was fantastic. Terrific neighborhood hangout.

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    9 months ago

    From the owner to the bartenders (Jessica and Dan) truly amazingly kind people! Our favorite place in Poway!

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    3 years ago

    Fun bar in Poway. Live music and a good vibe. Bartender gave excellent service. I'll be back.

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    3 years ago

    Very solid wings. Enjoyed Bastard Sons band on Friday night. Wish there was a beer list somewhere...

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    I wanted to like the place but I was disappointed. The food wasn't bad but I thought the two bartenders were rude.

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    2 years ago

    Fun atmosphere, good pub food, with lively Karaoke Nights every Tuesday at 8:15pm Thanks for all your wonderful service, Poway's Irish Pub

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    Great Irish pints, tasty bites and good service. Will definitely come back for some live music next time!

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    Ask the Community - Poway's Irish Pub

    Is there still a dart board there?

    What time does the kitchen close?

    Our kitchen closes at 11pm Sunday-Thursday and 1am on Friday and Saturdays.

    What days do they have Karaoke here?

    We no longer have karaoke here. Wednesday is Name That Tune Game. Thursday is Trivia.… Read more

    Looks like a fun place to unwind after a long work week. Do they allow smoking still on their patio?…

    What time dos the band start playing on Friday nights? TIA

    9pm on both Friday and Saturday nights.

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    Review Highlights - Poway's Irish Pub

    Guinness, Paddy Melt, and Paddy Balls (fried mashed potato balls) to start were the bomb!

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