The food here was really good. The service was fast and friendly. The restaurant is located inside a Hilton Garden Inn, so that sets the ambiance a bit. But I stopped in as a local, not a hotel guest. I'd go again. read more

Irish gold drink. $13 very easy to drink, very light flavor Clam chowder $10 good Cottage pie $17. Good Irish red $7 good Chili. $9.95. Very tasty. I really liked the flavor. It was a little thin or soupy but great flavor The ouster crackers helped with the thinness Alex was the server and she was very nice. She may have been new or not well trained. E.g. she did not take an empty glass that we had at the end of the table ,even though she came to the table a number of times. But overall she did the important things well. read more

Walked here from our hotel across the street. Nice atmosphere, and welcoming staff. Good solid fare, Borge the fish and chips and the steak salad. The haddock portions were substantial, well-breaded and crispy, but moist and tender on the inside. The steak salad was fresh, with nicely cooked and seasoned steak. It's a little out of the way in Bangor, but a great meal is on the menu. read more

I wanted to give a fair review, so I have eaten here twice this week while staying at the hotel. The first meal I wasn't impressed with - salmon was super salty from whatever soy mixture they use for the glaze. Fries were soggy and soft, and soaked in the glaze (not good). I also ordered desert, apple crisp with a scoop of Icecream. The apple crisp was not good- very watery, not very warm and the scoop of Icecream was more like a half scoop. The waitress took the dessert off my bill without my asking, so that was nice! The next visit, I ordered the steak with tots and veggie- SO MUCH BETTER! The tots are amazing, don't ever get the fries, always go for the tots. They are crispy and perfect. The steak was cooked to my temperature and tasty. The veggies were good. And then I ordered their signature cheesecake- HOLY YUM! They drizzle Bailey's Irish cream on it and it is so good! I like the ambiance too- the first time I sat in the more "restaurant" type of area up front, but the second time I went with my iPad and worked through dinner in a corner booth, true to pub style. Overall, I have to give 4 out of five, though I would have given a 5 on that last dine experience. read more

THE CLADDAGH IRISH PUB - Steak, tots and veggies- SO GOOD! - Irish Pub Near Me - Bangor, Maine

The ambiance is a bit dark. The service friendly, but inattentive ate times. The food is pretty good. We ordered the steak, tots, and veggie 4/5, ranch chicken sandwich and tots 4/5, and potstickers 4/5. Full bar, and adequate beer and wine choices. read more

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Stayed here for a business trip. Came down for the hotel bar. Food looked good but never ordered myself just drinks this trip. Jill the bartender pulled off a cloverleaf with every pour so that is solid itself!! Good pours and drinks for a hotel bar. The bartender worked it I'm not sure anyone waited for a drink. Good conversation with the staff and other travelers. Well worth a visit if you are staying forsure!! read more

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My first trip to The Claddagh Irish Pub at the Hilton Inn in Bangor, Maine was in January of 2026 looking for a place for a group of retired teachers. We get together one a month to chat about old times and our retirement. We take turns choosing a different breakfast restaurant each time. After a few years we had tried most of the regular places in the area. I was looking for another centralized place when I drove by The Hilton Garden Hotel in Bangor, Maine. They have a breakfast buffet every morning from 6-10 AM. I was greeted promptly, seated and options explained. The buffet, which included the coffee, seemed just right. The serving line had all the usual offerings: scrambled eggs, French toast, pan cakes, sausage, bacon, home fries- not the shredded potatoes, etc., and a fruit bar. The best part was the 2 chefs who prepared to take your order for anything else. I got the omelets with bacon, mushrooms, onions, green peppers and cheese. The waitress was very pleasant and checked frequently for coffee refills or if anything else was needed. The omelets were outstanding, same with the fluffy pan cakes, soft French toast, especially the crispy bacon. I have been back 3 times since January of 2026. Great chefs, staff and food. If you are in the area, you can not go wrong by giving them a try. read more

I ordered their special, "Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich". I got mine fried (they had a grilled option). The sandwich was huge! I ended up taking off the bun and still not finishing it! The fries were perfect too! I sat at the bar and the bartender was great. read more

THE CLADDAGH IRISH PUB - Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich (Special) - Irish Pub Near Me - Bangor, Maine

Food excellent but don't sit at the bar unless you want to wait for food. Bartender is too busy talking to those that are drinking more so than those that are just eating. Took me 20 minutes to place the order then 20 minutes after eating to get the check. I will go back for the food but sit at a table. read more

Located in the Hilton Garden Inn hotel. Was much better than expected. Fish and Chips was great. And get the tater-tots. read more

I just had the best experience I have had in the 10 years I have been coming here for breakfast. Roz was my waitress and she greeted me with a warm greeting. My food was quick and made perfect. Roz gave wonderful recommendations for the area and places to eat and visit. She is an exceptional waitress and very attentive to her customers. read more

We stopped by very late on Saturday for a few beers and it was a good experience. The bartender was pleasant and kept the glasses filled. Nice atmosphere, next time we'll try some food. read more

We didn't want to drive back downtown after checking into our hotel. This pub was a short distance away in the Hilton Garden Inn near where we were staying. Wonderful staff (thanks Melanie and Camilla), nice decor, cold draft beer, good food and fair prices. read more

I'll start by saying that the staff is beyond helpful and nice. Love these people for what they do everyday. The restaurant is located in the lobby of the Hilton Garden Inn. It is a convenient spot for a traveler to get a quick bite to eat after a long day. The food is fair. Don't expect a gourmet meal. They usually have decent specials and prices; but beyond that it is the typical Hilton Garden menu. I recommend going for one of the specials as that tends to be fresh and tasty. read more

This was our first time here. Very friendly staff. We sat at the bar, great service! The food was excellent and the atmosphere was right in line with most Irish bars! I would highly recommend it not only for travelers but locals as well! read more

Nice place for a hotel pub. Fish and chips were good. The beer was excellent, just a brown ale but was served ice cold with the glass frosty. My server was friendly and knowledgeable about the area...I am a tourist, y'all know! read more

I love this place. Bartenders are always great, friendly and attentive. I had a very good steak last time I visted. Burgers and pasta are reliably good. I stay at this hotel when visiting my kid at U Maine and the Cladaugh always makes us feel comfortable and at home. read more

Unfortunately i had a "busy" bartender chase us away from the outside patio because we were eating Cheetos with our drinks! Drinks we bought at their bar at 8:20pm and they stop serving at 830pm! Approach and accommodation could go a long way! Staying for a week at Hilton Garden Inn but will not eat at Caladagh! Did not receive a CÉAO miLE FÁILLE!!! read more

We loved this place! We tried the pou-tot-tine, margherita flatbread and apple crisp dessert. SO delicious! The food is very fresh. We sat in the outdoor patio next to a fireplace and our waiter was so friendly and attentive. It was the perfect pit stop on our road trip to northern Maine. Don't let the fact that it's inside a hotel deter you. Totally worth it. We'll definitely come back. read more