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    The Auld Shebeen

    4.2 (540 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Moderate noise
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    Live music

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    Chicken Irish curryp
    Tracy F.

    Always a great time here. The staff is super friendly when the food is super delicious and they have lots of fun drinks.

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    Mark N.

    A great Irish pub in the heart of Fairfax City that a friend recommended. It was a great choice as the large bar serves an outstanding selection of Irish (Guiness, Harp, etc,) and other beers on tap as well as a great selection of whiskeys (Bushmill, Jameson, scotches, etc). In addition to the great selection of libation, the food to pair the beer is just as great. I ordered the Reuben and my buddy ordered the fish & chips. Large portions and great tasting, especially with a tall pint of Guiness. During our meal, we were serenaded by a traditional live Irish group playing music - a nice touch! Great décor, vibe, drinks, and food - about the only downside is parking. Located in the middle of Fairfax City, street parking may be available, public parking lots are available - it's worth the small inconvenience of looking for parking.

    Whiskey Butter Beer, Espresso Martini, Bailey's Snowball
    Mike C.

    This place was absolutely packed on the Friday night we went, but we were seated rather quickly. Our server was great and very knowledgeable of the menu. We each got a signature cocktail and a burger, all turned out great. We really enjoyed the live music as well!

    The girls deciding on ONE meal, and who will be eating off who's plate!!
    Dj F.

    Fabulous shepherds pie, fish n chips, Reuben, I could continue however you just have to go and experience dinner. If it's after 7pm enjoy an Irish jig, an entertainer singing Irish favorites! Service is beyond helpful, always checking up, asking if anything needed! This review is from couple weeks ago and I had been here twice on my visit this time

    Spicy Cowboy Cheeseburger
    Tiffany S.

    Came in this past Saturday and sat at a high top near the bar. We were at right away and people slowly trickled in after us. They had live music, which we didn't expect but it was a nice surprise. Service was GREAT. Both the waiters and bar stuff were all very attentive. We ordered the spicy cowboy burger, chicken club and the Irish spring rolls. The food wasn't very hot, but it wasn't cold. The spring rolls were the star for me. My partner enjoyed the burger. I felt like it could've been seasoned more, and the dried jalapeños tasted a bit stale. The chicken club was SO thin and the texture was OFF. We didn't finish it... Overall we would definitely come back, but it might be best to stick to the classic Irish dishes here!

    My preferred pint of the cream ale on tap.
    Lance J.

    Missed by one day! We went to AS on the Thursday just before the 4th. I chose the steak and mushroom pie. It was generously sized with super tender steak and a savory brown gravy. The puff pastry topper added a nice light crunch and chewiness. I'm definitely coming back for Pint & Pie night on a Wednesday.

    House salad
    Will M.

    Cozy Irish pub in downtown Fairfax. Live music and a good sized bar. Fish and chips had a nice smooth texture and a good amount of fish on them. Mashed potatoes were buttery. Beer menu could have been a little larger.

    Katherine T.

    My, oh my. I've driven past this place many times but never ventured in until recently. We have a friend who works as a server here (shout out Andrew) so a friend, my partner and I decided to stop in to celebrate an award. We ordered the St. James Gate Guinness Beef Stew. Absolute 10/10, I loved every bite! I would SO get this again as someone who loves mashed potatoes. My friend got the braised short rib as she had it last time and loved it. My partner got the BBQ short rib sandwhich and really enjoyed it as well. Since it was HH we also participated in the drink portion and thought the drinks were well worth the price. I would definitely come back here! Andrew let us know they also do fun themed karaoke and dance nights as part of a late night initiative which we also plan to check out in the near future! There is ample space both booth seating, table seating and bar top. There is no reserved parking for them so consider the garage adjacent to it which is free.

    BBQ Short Rib Sandwich
    Melissa C.

    Went back for happy hour where there were some good deals: $4 draft beers and $6 mules. There is Irish music playing in the background. Service is very friendly. Some fun pictures of Irish history all around the restaurant as well, I always return when visiting my family! There is a free parking garage nearby.

    The name of the pub on the window.
    Paul B.

    Great Guinness and Guinness stew. Fantastic chicken pot pie with a puff pastry crust. Service was excellent. Good atmosphere but parking was terrible. It must do a great walk in lunch from the local businesses down in Old Fairfax.

    Shepherd's Pie  Chicken Pot Pie
    Blossom C.

    Came for restaurant week lunch and we were very happy with our meal. Had it not been for restaurant week, we would not have known about this place. We opted to try their potato leek soup and a salad for balance. The soup was quite flavorful and the soda bread was perfect as a dipper. The salad was standard and nice to help cut the heaviness of the soup. Our server was very nice and came by to check in. The restaurant interior felt like it transports you out of Fairfax and into a pub in Europe. After our apps, we both received our pies. The chicken pot pie was not your traditional one with a crust on the bottom and top. Instead it had a puff pastry laid on top. Sadly, the pie itself was not all that warm and it lacked flavor. The pastry was quite flaky and buttery but unfortunately, I would wished for the traditional crust. The shepherds pie on the other hand was delicious. The crust on the top of the mash with the saltiness of the beef was delicious. It is quite filling and could easily be shared between two people or even split across two meals. By this point, we had forgotten about dessert. When our server brought them out, we both looked defeated. The shortcake was more my favorite but both were delicious. We just wish we had made room for them. Definitely come hungry.

    Hearty Irish Breakfast

    First time coming here, the server sam was amazing and so nice. They had plenty of great food choices to choose from, And good priced drinks. The vibe was pretty chill. Definitely a spot I would come back to.

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    Exactly what you want. True Irish bar. Great service. Fair prices. Above average Irish/bar food. Soups, soda bread, pies all really good.

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    Delicious food served in an Irish pub atmosphere. They have a great Saturday and Sunday brunch with live Irish music.

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    Great Irish pub. Food was really good and service was great. Parking was a little odd to find but worth it. I'll definitely come back again.

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    We come to Virginia once a year as my family resides in the area. Every time that we would visit…read moreSpringield, we would take our uncle out to eat. He always recommended Kilroys to us as he was a regular at this restaurant. So, it became our annual tradition to have dinner at Kilroys. When you walk into Kilroys, you'll appreciate the amount of details thag went into the interior design of the restaurant. It should be noted that Kilroy's honors its veterans. My uncle was a proud veteran, so he always felt welcomed here. There is a lot of military memorabilia throughout Kilroy's. The walls are filled with so many photos that walk you back through historic events. There's so much love for the USA in here! The menu consists of a lot of traditional American food. Most of the items are heavy, so expect to leave with a full belly. They have your typical meat, fish, poultry, and pasta dishes. However, they also offer flatbread pizzas! There really is something for everyone. I typically order catfish or trout. Both are delicious, but I really like their catfish. I love Cajun spices, so it's always nice to enjoy something that hits close to home. I also appreciate that their servings are large, because it's well worth the money that you spend here. I would have never heard of Kilroy's if it wasn't for my uncle. Kilroy's definitely lived up to the hype. I enjoy coming here because it's like a hidden gem. It's situated in a small shopping center and you'd probably walk past it as it doesn't really stand out. Kilroy's is definitely a great place to enjoy a hearty meal, hang out with friends, or to grab a drink before heading back home.

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