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    The Grumpy George Pub & Grub

    3.9 (147 reviews)
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Ruth Y.

    A bit of a letdown considering they were featured on Kitchen Nightmares. Unfortunately, none of the dishes impressed us. The scotch egg was cooked well in that it had a crispy exterior and soft boiled center, but the outer layer was very bland. The burger was a greasy, saucy mess and weirdly, the sauce did nothing to add to or complement the flavor. The shepherd's pie was probably the best of the three but that's not saying much as I don't think it's that difficult to make - the mash was ok and the meat component tasted one note. Service was extremely friendly and on point. We were helped right away and checked in on several times, so many kudos to the waitstaff! The overall vibe gave "sleek pub" and felt very cozy as a nice casual hang out spot.

    Sandra H.

    This is one of my favorite hidden spots at the square. Not only I come here often, but evety time I have a great time. Intimate, yet open to mingle. I love the service and the drinks are fantastic! Come take a look at this spot. It's definitely worth it!

    Fish and chips.

    A hidden gem in Georgetown. Take it from someone who's lived in Massachusetts and Maine, George's has the some of the best fish and chips I've had in Texas.

    Half soup and Ruben sandwich
    Elise M.

    Love the atmosphere and pub-style food. The glazed carrots and Welch rarebit toast are family favorites. Service is friendly and attentive. Grumpy George has become a regular go-to on our rotation of restaurants on the Square.

    Joshua J.

    This spot nails it inside and out. It has that classic authentic pub look with a few local touches and modern accents. The drinks set the tone. My wife had the seasonal apple cider whiskey sour and loved it. I went with a cold, crisp pint of Harp which was perfect. For starters, I ordered the pastrami salmon. Honestly it was a top 5 meat experience for me, and I eat carnivore 90% of the time. My wife had the Welsh rarebit toast, which came out creamy and rich. The toast and side salad paired perfectly in both flavor and texture. For mains, I went with the shepherd's pie. The mashed potatoes were fluffy and smooth, roasted just right, and the filling was everything you want it to be. My wife had the Grumpy smash burgers with honey glazed carrots. Everything was flavorful and cooked perfectly. We finished with the sticky toffee pudding. The flavor and consistency were spot on, rich, warm, and comforting. It was a little small for sharing, but still worth every bite. The service was friendly and attentive, and we had enough space to relax and enjoy our meal. All around, this place delivered from start to finish. Great design, great food, great drinks. 10/10 recommend. I will definitely be back for darts and a pint with some bros.

    Grumpy Smash Burger
    Nate B.

    Came in for a Thursday lunch upon recognizing the restaurant from the show. We were seated immediately and decided to try the creamed cabbage & peas with smoked bacon for starters. For mains, we ordered the Grumpy smash burger and shepherd's pie. Overall, the burger and fries were amazing, cooked and seasoned well. The shepherd's pie presentation was beautiful but lacked a bit in seasoning under the hood. I really wanted to try their 'New' old fashioned but will have to next time!

    Brian O.

    We went on the first night of the soft opening after the refresh and a week later and the food was excellent and service was timely and attentive, considering how busy they were. The Shepard's Pie was hearty and very tasty, the roasted carrots were exceptional, and the Fish & Chips was also very good! The fried cod loin was perfectly done as were the steak fries and the mushy peas were a perfect complement, but the fresh-made Tartare Sauce was perfect and the best I've had in decades since making it at Piccadilly and Luby's with scratch-made mayonnaise lots of chopped sour pickles and fresh parsley. It's a great place with the ambiance and vibe to match the English Pub concept and the restaurant should only get better with hard work everyday!

    Fish and chips
    Tina M.

    When it comes to The Grumpy George, I'm torn between giving it 3 or 4 stars. It really deserves something right in between. I ate there last week with family and I appreciated the ambiance, even if it's a bit too clean, too new, too shiny to deliver the pub feel one gets used to visiting venues across North America and even the UK and Ireland. That said, the food was good, albeit a little bit expensive. We got the fish and chips and it came with just one piece of cod. Thankfully it was a large piece, but I've seen reviewers previously complain that they didn't get so lucky. Maybe it would be better to serve 2-4 pieces instead of one? Perception matters... The taste was good in any case and my husband really liked his mashed peas. Fries (excuse me, chips!) were also good. The glazed carrots as a side were tasty and not too overwhelming, easy to pair with whatever dish was on the table. Surprisingly The Grumpy George did not have tea bags of any kind but they were kind enough to boil some hot water in a mug for my mother in law who had a sore throat that evening. I happened to have some tea bags with me (a lady has to be ready for any circumstance!) so that solved the issue. The service was good, and we didn't have to wait long to get seated, even on a Saturday evening. So it all worked out. Now, would I go back? That's the question... If invited, sure. But on my own? Unlikely. I have experienced more exciting pubs elsewhere, although I will admit that Texas in general doesn't have a whole lot of options...

    Shepard's Pie
    Pete R.

    Since we live near Georgetown, after waiting for some months after the Gordon Ramsay makeover in March of this year, we opted to stop in with another couple for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. There were a few tables of people, but by no means was it crowded. It took almost 10 minutes for a server (the only one) to stop by and apologize for the wait and brought water and asked about a drink order. We ordered a few different beers and waited another little bit to have those brought out (he was also the bar tender). Then, another 10 minutes while he settled the other table's checks, he came to take our food order, again apologizing for the wait. We weren't in a hurry, so it wasn't a big deal for us. We placed our orders (2 of us had fish & chips, one had the Shepards pie, and one had the daily special Rueben sandwich). We also ordered and shared a Scotch egg, which was wonderful! The food arrived in a short amount of time and we dug in. The fish portion was huge, nicely battered, and served with a mountain of thick cut fries along with mushy peas in a small cup. The Shepard's pie was hot, full of chunks of lamb, gravy, and mashed potatoes, and the Rueben also came with a large portion of fries. After we finished (the only small complaint was that the Rueben didn't have enough Russian dressing on it and caused it to be a little dry) we opted to share a sticky toffee dessert between the four of us. Ambiance: 10/10 Service quality: 10/10 Service time: 8/10 Food quality: 9/10 Price: 9/10 Overall a good lunch that held us well into the evening. We will likely return, but hopefully the service time will improve.

    Great bar area.
    Damon B.

    So, we decided to pop in and have a night cap. For us, a night cap is 8:00pm. The Grumpy George is a nice, 'dive bar' (Meaning), it's our kind of place. Mostly adults, but child friendly. The lady next to us said the Fish and Chips are fantastic, and a house speciality. We will be back. Stay hungry and thirsty my friends...

    Shepherds Pie
    Cory S.

    My wife, who's a big Ramsay fan, and I visited Grumpy George after its recent appearance on Kitchen Nightmares. We tried the Rarebit Toast, Scotch Eggs, Crispy Fried Shrimp, Shepherd's Pie, and the Bangers and Mash. The toast was disappointing, with a topping that resembled cheese wiz and tasted burnt, neither of us had more than a bite. The Scotch Eggs had a perfectly cooked egg interior, but unfortunately, the outside was burnt, overshadowing any enjoyment. The shrimp was decent but nothing remarkable. The Shepherd's Pie was underwhelming, with a lamb filling that tasted like sloppy joes topped with overly crisp and dry mashed potatoes. The Bangers and Mash were essentially mashed potatoes with sausage reminiscent of what you'd pick up at HEB, with the sausage doing most of the heavy lifting. It also had what I can only explain as pickled caramelized onions The Bloody Mary was enjoyable, but the New Fashioned cocktail was overwhelmingly sweet, tasting like pure syrup. I'm not typically a picky eater, and it's rare for me to dislike Shepherd's Pie, but I found myself swapping dishes with my wife because I couldn't finish it. Given the steep prices, even judging by bar food standards, the overall experience simply wasn't worth it. The only thing we finished was the shrimp, and the Bloody Mary's, which doesn't feel great for a 150 dollar lunch

    Scottish Egg
    Ariel J.

    Loved the ambiance! It was a rainy day with football on, perfect spot. Had the Scottish Eggs and Fish and Chips. Only compliant is would have like another egg. Food and drinks were great! Would like to try the shepards pie next time.

    Time for a pint of properly poured Guinness
    Joel T.

    There are a lot of things that are difficult about downtown Georgetown (The Square in particular) these days. Parking is terrible. There is construction. And prices for anything food-wise are very high. The Grumpy George shares allk those problems. But there is something different. After hiking from the parking spot I could find on a Saturday, I stepped into the cool air and dark confines of a wonderful, family-friendly pub. The service was immediate and and warm as I sat at the bar. Of course, in a pub, I ordered a Guinness. The pour took several minutes and was PERFECT. The prices on the menu are...pricey. $20 for fish and chips woth a side? I didn't try it so I'm not knocking it just giving a heads up. the atmosphere, honestly, makes it worth trying. I had the pastry wrapped sausage, delicious! Despite the inconveniences I have made Grumpy a meeting place for my friends visiting from Austin. It is a wonderful environment. You can start a day on The Square there, finish it there or just stay put. I'll dock it a star for prices but I still enjoy a pint there.

    Fish and chips!!!

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    Fish and chips are a classic! They are fried in beef tallow for awareness though in case you have any dietary restrictions

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    The service was superb. The fish and chips is delicious dish. The ambiance is suitable for date night or a friend's night out.

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    What a nice place to enjoy English pub drinks and food. Clean and friendly service. Will visit again.

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    Ask the Community - The Grumpy George Pub & Grub

    Is there a Sunday Roast menu?

    I am not sure. There was not when I was there.

    Do y'all have a happy hour?

    Hi Richard, we have a Grumpy Hour! Every day from 4 til 6, Saturday is reverse Grumpy hour from 9 til 11. Drinks and apps specials. Come in Grumpy, leave Happy!… Read more

    Is it child friendly?

    Yes and we have a kids menu

    Do you show televised English Premier League matches?

    I know this is their plan - they have 4 TVs on the wall around the bar.

    Where is the menu with prices for the grumpy george georgetown tx?

    As we scale, we are adding to the menu and trying out different dishes but the most expensive dinner on the menu is $22 currently.

    What are your hours?

    The hours on their website are: Mon… Read more

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    We also shared the Sticky Toffee Pudding (recommended by both tables next to us) and it was very good.

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