I've loved this place from their opening. The staff is friendly and welcoming. I especially enjoy their burgers, and the roast turkey dinner is awesome. I must say I absolutely love the fish and chips, the prime rib special is one of the best in town. The atmosphere is sort of modern pub style. Tall tables near the bar, comfortable booths, and tables over by the walls can be pushed together to accommodate most any sized party. The only thing can be VERY crowded at times; perhaps a call ahead could be placed to see if they can accommodate your group. read more

Multiple staff members were incredibly rude and they didn't care at all about providing good service. The food was also terrible.. 0 stars - would not recommend. read more

Stopped by Scruffy Murphy's Worcester after landing at Worcester airport, & I was excited to try their $21.99 lobster roll. We began with mozzarella sticks, which were a great value. I paired my lobster roll with sweet potato fries, while he opted for the $16.99 fried captain platter. The lobster roll had plenty of filling, & his platter was devoured before I could try a bite - we left satisfied! read more

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Food was the worst I have ever had calamari had like a beer batter coating and was real doughy could not even taste the tiny pieces of calamari so then I moved onto the cowboy ribeye steak well there ain't no cowboy that would be satisfied with that it was smaller than the palm of my hand and I ordered it med. Rare well it came to me Burnt on the outside and well done on the inside I really believe they need to hire some cooks that know what the hell they are doing because the cooks that were working 5/31/26 had no clue how to cook and to boot it took forever and the food was cold but on a good note the bartenders had it going on read more

Based on the other Yelp reviews, it looks like people either love or hate this place. I'm giving it 5 stars and have been here 3-4 times. Atmosphere... it's divey, in a good way! This is where the locals go and it feels like the Worcester version of Cheers. There are always people of all ages here. It's relaxed, not too loud. Tonight there was a great 90s music playlist on. There are bar seats, booths, high tops. Plenty of TVs if you want to watch sports. I have never had issues with staff or service. My waitress tonight smiled plenty and the food came out quickly even though the restaurant was full. She did everything right, was attentive and polite. My son ordered the NY Strip steak. The thing was huge and would have likely cost $40 elsewhere. Here? $18. I got the lettuce wraps which are technically an appetizer but the portion is big enough for a meal. The menu is extensive, has something for everyone, and there are always specials. Great place for a casual family meal, I'll keep coming back. read more

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I love this place. My husband and I stop by once every week. Food, drink, service and atmosphere is great. read more

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I would give this place zero stars if I could. I ordered a 3 topping pizza to go and the bar staff or kitchen never bothered to put my order in?? Completely oblivious to common sense and customer service. After wait 45 minutes for a pizza that should take 15-20 minutes to prepare I demanded my money back and left. read more

I was served by Meghan again. I guess I must be going to Scruffy Murphy's a lot because it is becoming like Cheers where everybody knows your name. That is because all the employees are Wonderful and the food is great. Jim read more

We went for the first time today for lunch and it was great! I got fried fish and swapped out the fries for asparagus (up charge of $3), no big deal and it was delicious. Husband got Chicken Broccoli Alfredo and enjoyed that, too! Service was quick and friendly. We'll be coming back! read more

Food: I got the chicken Cobb salad, which was pretty plentiful. The vegetables were fresh and crunchy however, the chicken kinda looks like those grilled chicken strips that you get in the frozen section. It's edible but kind of cold and kind of fake tasty. It's also pretty inexpensive to eat here as they have their $9.99 deal going on on Mondays. Service: our server made sure we got everything, would have appreciated a bit more attentiveness, but still fine. Ambiance: very local older crowd that just loves a good spot that's inexpensive with great portions. They have trivia and sport television on the bar section as well as the dining hall. Location accommodation: it's in a plaza with plenty of parking, but it does get full as there is also a nail salon in CVS right next-door to it read more

Scruffy Murphys - Irish Pub Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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Great atmosphere and very cold beer. I've been there several times now and not once have I had a good meal. Their menu is hopeful but the food served is only ok. read more

Have yet to eat here but they pour great pints of Guinness for $6.25. A good size spot in a neighborhood strip. Looking forward to trying their fish n chips some Friday. read more

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Stopped in visiting my niece at college. The food was really good got fish and chips. Our service was great. Had nice local pub atmosphere, people having fun but not too wild. Definitely would go back. read more

Nice place with great food and friendly staff. Daily specials are a BONUS along with KENO !!!! read more

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Its fine I guess. Food is less than mid. Service is fine when available. Should you look non-standard expect worse than sub-par treatment. Your treatment will vary. Kelly's had better seafood, granted at a higher cost, but yea.... There are not many other options in the area late at night. What a shame. Ugh avoid if you can. They coast and it shows. read more

Gave this dump a second chance simple question how does the board of health allow such a filthy dining room to be used? I don't want to think what the kitchen is like read more

Food poisoning, twice. Avoid the steak. The first time was after eating steak on July 11. A few weeks later, I tried gain because I live close by, and it happened again. That's when I knew it wasn't safe to eat there. I don't know what else to say. read more

Food and service was good and would only return for those reasons. This is a standard American sports bar with nothing resembling or anything near to 'Irish'. Just because a place serves and you personally drink Guinness, Smithwicks (don't say the W), Jameson, or Murphy's doesn't make you or any place Irish. Also, adding Irish to a menu item doesn't make it Irish either. FYI: Shepherds look after sheep... so to call something Shepherds Pie when made with beef is completely wrong - 'Cottage Pie' is made with Beef and Shepherds Pie with Lamb, but wouldn't expect Americans to know this but certainly would for a supposed Irish owner. Lastly, please don't ever call yourself "Irish" and especially "Irish-American", because it sounds dumb to those from across the pond. Unless you were born and came directly from the Emerald Isle, you can only claim to have a family or genealogical connection, which is how you should state it. So let's stop with this "I'm Irish" and "Irish-American" rubbish because it's not only uneducated but sounds ridiculous! read more

Used to be our favorite takeout place as it's nearby and the food is decent (beats fast food). Unfortunately they seem to never answer the phone anymore! It's quite rude as my family and I used to be regulars. Don't even bother calling for takeout. If you really want their food, you're just going to have to be there in person. Very inconvenient for those of us with busy lives and don't have the luxury of always having time to cook and go out to dinner. read more

Consistently good food. Fun place for apps at the bar. Good drink & draft specials. Can get crowded, so service can be a bit of a wait.

Excellent entrees and appetizers. Subpar bartenders. My wife and I have been in the past 2 Saturday afternoons on the recommendation of some friends. Both weeks we arrived around 2:00/2:30 so it wasn't super busy. We sat at the bar both times. Bar was at about 2/3 capacity both times, So not crazy busy. Week1: we had a couple appetizers and an entree each. Great buffalo tenders and Irish "potato skins". We followed that up with Prime ribs that were spot on! Bartender was a young blonde girl who just stood around most of the time. Had to flag her down repeatedly to grab another bottled beer. She wasn't very warm/friendly to us either. We chalked it up to being "newbies". Week 2: buffalo tenders again spot on. Followed up with a burger for me and fried clams for my wife. Both excellent. Great fries. Bartender #2. 35-ish brunette. Same story. Just not friendly! Would it kill these girls to smile, check on your meal and come ask if you want a 2nd beer? I can't imagine how long you have to wait for a beer if the place is busy. We'd return anytime for the food, but the bartenders need a serious upgrade in customer service skills. We are VERY strong tippers and these girls did nothing to deserve it. read more

Everything. The food is terrible. The service is nonexistent and, as I have previously written, when I questioned where my pot roast when all it took was to take the food from a pot to a bowl. The restaurant was not busy. I was told to leave because I questioned why it took thirty minutes to bring the food 50 feet to the bar, the manager told me it was only fifteen minutes and that I should leave! I have NEVER been ejected from any restaurant in my life and so old that I have had a Diners Club card. This restaurant is a fraud. read more

very bad experience tonight: waiter was fine: female manager/ cook needs more training as food was under par: clam chowder was sour; prime rib wasn't well done as requested; Mini burgers were cut into quarters (not usual size): not well done as requested... we often dine here but this maybe the worst experience yet... Where's the zero (one star was the lowest option)??? Have many years restaurant/ hospitality/ IT experiences: if you can input food/ beverages into computer system: you can comp/ void the items... read more

I had never heard of this resturant until last week. Me, and a few friends went there Saturday. I was NOT disappointed. They were packed, but the staff was friendly, the food was great, and it was not that expensive. I HIGHLY recommend this restaurant. read more

Scruffy Murphys - Ribeye steak and streak tips meals. - Irish Pub Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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When you walk in nobody will even acknowledge you and you'll stand there for at least 15 minutes (maybe more). Servers are rude w hen you ask about the wait. Manager: please teach your staff to acknowledge people waiting (this happens every time I go). And your server told me to go somewhere else when I asked what was going on... DONE! read more

Does the phone work at this place. Every single time I call to try and place a take out order it just rings until voicemail picks up. They literally never answer the phone. Don't bother with this place unless you plan on just showing up read more

the food and service is horrible. my friend sent his meal back and they were upset and didn't compensate him. instead of making your customers your priority and making them happy, their solution is to kick people out. they do this to many customers. read more

Popped in here straight from landing down the street at the Worcester airport. Wasn't too sure what to expect but the fish & chips were amazing! It vibe is definitely a pub style place but the food was excellent as well as the service. read more

Scruffy Murphys - Fish and chips - Irish Pub Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Scruffy Murphy's for the win! We came on a Wednesday with my family and it was a great ambiance. Live music and you cannot beat the food prices. My tuna melt was delicious and my parents shared their Wednesday special of fajitas for $12.99. There was so much food that it was more than enough for both of them. The smash and burger was a favorite for my boyfriend as well. This is a very good option if you are looking for some bar food and a fun night. Our waiter was great and attentive. Would definitely come back to Scruffy Murphys! read more

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The food was phenomenal from the onion rings down to the sliders. Can I just say 5 stars . Sky was our server and she was very good pleasant we found our new go to place. read more

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This review is from my 7 year old daughter: Everything is awesome. I love the food, the TV's are cool and I love the chairs and tables. Waiter was super good. I like the name of the place read more

So let's have a rant Earlier this evening I go to meet up my son at Scruffy Muphy's Worcester I sit down at the bar The very polite bartender asks me if I had another person coming. I said yes. He asks if I want 2 menus I said definitely my son is on his way The said bartender brings out 2 set ups and two menus and I order a drink Five minutes go by and my son attempts to sit down in his seat with the menu and setups next to me Suddenly the other Bartender/Manager Steve comes up and tells my son that he can not sit there that the seat is reserved (said son is 25) I then politely said that I was saving that seat for my son.....hence the menus and set ups on the bar Said manager Steve then goes into a tirade about how he is not sitting there and that he doesn't care that the said chair was already set up for a guest My son then suggests that he grab a chair from another table and then the so said Manager Steve then physically pulls the chair that my son is sitting in away from him BTW this is all on their video At this point I try to explain that I have been becoming to said restaurant for 5 years and that I have been a loyal customer Then the Manger/Beer pourerfor life tells me that we haven't been open for 5 years Hmmm 2024 minus 2019 equals 5 I then attempted to apologize to the beer pourer for getting upset. And he proceeded to throw myself and my son out of the restaurant I will never set foot in that establishment. I strongly encourage people to consider doing the same There are other family owned restaurants / bars I.E. Breens , Barber's Crossing, Herbies, Eller's Restaurant , Bennie's Bar & Grille , O'Cconnors and Quinn's Irish Pub that are family owned BTW I was not intoxicated and the drink I ordered was my first drink in days So F You Scruffy Murphys and to Steve.....have fun pouring beers for life! read more

The best clam chowder in Worcester! Also, the best deal in Worcester is Scruffy's $12.99 Prime Rib dinner! The wife and I love this place for an affordable dinner & drinks!! read more

Consistently good American pub/bar food. Staff is friendly. Lots of specials. Great for Tatnuck area read more

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OMG...I used to come here when it was the Tatnuck Grille. This place is so much bigger and nicer! Good food, great prices! read more

Scruffy Murphys - Bar - Irish Pub Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

My family has enjoyed going to this restaurant perhaps three or four times the food is not anything fabulous but decent and reasonable pricing in the server is usually super friendly however we went there on Tuesday for their all you can eat tacos it was one of the worst meals I have ever had out there were so many issues with our dining experience The most frustrating part is I have been trying to get a hold of the manager of the restaurant to let him know of his restaurant and I'm most unpleasant experience we had on Tuesday however even finding this managers phone number anywhere is difficult I've had to call four times finally I got a person to speak with me However she said there's no manager here he may be in on Friday I was about to hang up didn't tell me his name was not helpful at all so not happy at all ... If I'm not able to get the manager on the phone tomorrow I will give more details and specifics as to why it was awful and will never go back there again Unless of course this MIA manager speaks with me and is apologetic and reimburse us for food that should not have been served to us completely unacceptable...And subpar across-the-board who's ever cooking and managing that place needs to resign resolve read more

One of the best lobster roll in Worcester. Great service and great portion. Must try. Not cheap on lobster read more

Scruffy Murphys - Lobster Roll $19.99. Best in Worcester - Irish Pub Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

FOS was very good, service was timely and attentive, and the atmosphere was very friendly

Really pains me to leave this. I live close by and have eaten here, as well as ordered food to go, dozens of times. The service has gotten complacent; and today, was especially rude. No one cares about a long story, but I ordered one thing, received another thing, and then when I asked about it, I was told it was definitely me that was wrong. I never raised my voice, never used any language. In fact, I was taken aback at the level of attitude given how I approached the problem. I ended up getting my money back for that item, but not without new attitude and zero apology or admittance of any wrong doing. I just don't understand why I was treated so poorly over something so easily solvable. Can't go back - and I'm sure no one cares, but at least I got to "tell" the story. read more

Wanting to give this place a try we stopped in one day, mid afternoon. Decor was bright and crisp! we chose seats at the bar. Server was slow to acknowledge us, but finally came over and took our drink order. we asked for menus. The place was not busy...maybe 6 patrons....a few at the bar. We ordered burger and the flat bread special;. Prices were reasonable...burger was tiny..it was "lost" in the bun. .flat bread was disappointing...barely warm, little cheese, and squiggles of a dressing that just tasted off. server was less than attentive, seeming bored to be there. We had to try hard to get her attention to order another drink. She did, after we ordered, wipe down the bar area in front of us.. but left the previous patrons dirty glass sitting there...the whole time we were there. While the atmosphere was comfortable...I doubt we'll make an effort to return. read more