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    The Irish Pub

    4.2 (34 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Paul C.

    Completely shocked at the Refresh, lost its original hole in the wall charm, replaced with a nice new vibe. It's now around 3 or 4X the original size and super clean. Food was great, service was ok.

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    Joseph R.

    Nice change with the remodel. The pub sponsored our softball teams many many years ago. We lost the when they closed but it was nice to see them reopen. The food was very good with the exception of a burger that was very dry. I asked Brooklyn for a recommendation on choice and she suggested the Ruben. Was one of the best I've had in many years. She gave us great service and most everyone enjoyed their food. Glad you're back.

    Crab soup
    Bryan B.

    My Lansing Westside neighborhood roots run deep. I attended Verlinden Elementary and Sexton High School with a 3 year stop for middle school at Otto on the North side. My mother and her family were displaced from St. Joe St. during the 496 project when she was in grade school and settled just blocks from Sexton. My much better half grew up in the Old Oakland neighborhood and much of both of our families still reside in the area. Both of us have many memories of the old Irish Pub, all the way back to when Brian Riley was the owner back in the mid 90s. Later, when we first got married, our first home was but two blocks from the Irish Pub and we'd venture over for lunch, to celebrate St. Paddy's Day, or to attend fundraiser dinners. Sadly, the Irish Pub went dark in 2013, and many Westside neighbors waited for over a decade to see the corner of Saginaw and Verlinden come back to life. The new owners have completely renovated the interior, brining a new floor plan and updated aesthetic that pushes well beyond just a new coat of paint. The centralized bar offers open sightlines throughout the pub with a separate entrance and counter for takeout orders. The most popular addition to the new iteration is the expansive outdoor space which welcomed customers throughout the summer. My first visit was on an early Sunday evening when the Lions weren't playing, and the bar staff said that it was clearly impacting how busy they were. The second visit was on a random Tuesday night and the parking lot was packed, and most tables were occupied as was the majority of the rail around the bar. The Irish Pub has some of the friendliest, attentive barkeepers I've encountered of late and the rest of the waitstaff seemed to be hustling around with smiles and cheerful greetings for all. What's Good: The Jalive Burger ($14) turns up the heat on the local legend. A nicely cooked beef patty is topped with a housemade olive and jalapeno sauce, with white cheddar, lettuce, and tomato. The sauce definitely had a kick, I can't remember the last time my mouth was this hot. The olive sauce itself was flavorful, but my burger came with a large chunk of raw jalapeno that I certainly wasn't prepared for. The accompanying onions rings were large and crisp, but not among my favorites around the area. The Meat-Lover's Pizza ($18.50) was large with gooey cheesy goodness topped with pepperoni, bacon, and traditional Irish Banger sausage--which was a welcomed Irish twist. The star of this show, though, was the crust, which was a nice balance of puffy dough on the inside and a delectable butter-garlic crispiness on the outside. The Irish Pub's Crispy Brussels ($4.50) had a perfectly charred outside that is flavored with garlic and a rich olive oil. The sprouts themselves were on point but lacked some of the bells and whistles offered at other establishments, such as bacon bits or a nice balsamic glaze. What's Really Good: The Haddock Sammie ($14) was crusted in housemade black & tan batter with a cornmeal crunch hugged by a super-soft Brioche bread. The massive haddock filet was served with crispy fries, and my only complaint was the limited amount of the tasty housemade tartar sauce. The fish itself was flaky and cooked properly. I wish I'd ordered two so that I could have another for lunch the next day. Pot pie is a traditional Irish dish, and I've enjoyed chicken, fish, and beef pies while traveling abroad- including a trip to Dublin in 2005. The Irish Pub's Beef Pot Pie $16) measures up to those found on the Emerald Isle and is a perfectly balanced trifecta of fluffy mashed potatoes, hearty chunks of beef swimming in a peas and corn brown gravy, and a huge, buttery pastry. For the take-out version, each ingredient was served independently, so you could combine them to your own liking. Reminiscent of Shepards pie but deconstructed in an unpretentious way. Best Bite: The Crab Soup ($8/cup) is special. Its creamy decadence is contrasted with chopped carrots, celery, and red bell peppers in a hearty broth that was thicker than a bisque, yet thinner than a chowder. Substantial chunks of lump crab meat crowded the bowl with yumminess. This soup was hot, tasty, and comforting---a perfect answer for these cold Michigan winter days

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    came in for the first time and owner was extremely friendly ordered an irish cactus and chatted with the owner about menu items and he let us sample the beef pot pie and spicy crab soup! both were delicious! if you've been waiting to try this spot go for it! it was an unexpected surprise! happy hour is mon-fri 2pm-6pm 1/2 apps $2 domestic pints $4 long islands

    Matthew B.

    My initial walk in was WOW, The pub has some excellent food and drink specials, a few of which depend on the day, but we were able to enjoy one of the special drinks. The food was outstanding and the atmosphere was very pleasant. I will definitely be coming back.

    Rueben Egg Rolls - Delicious!
    Michael G.

    I've been to the Irish Pub about 5 times now and we've always had good food and service. They can be a little light staffed at times but they're always friendly and the food is worth the extra bit of wait. The bar staff are really friendly and helpful. I highly recommend the Rueben Egg Rolls as an app (we get it every time we go!) and the Rueben Sandwich. I hope they're able to get more staff soon but until then we'll still be coming in for the Reuben-y goodness! Also, Guinness

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    James K.

    We arrived at the Irish Pub around 1: 30 - 2:00 pm. The menu here is 2 sided, which I think is great. I ordered the crab soup, which tasted great, and the Michigan salad. Service was great, fast ,friendly, and the pub looked fresh and clean. There is plenty of natural light from the massive south side windows.

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    We really like this place. Good atmosphere, good food and service. Their tipsy treats are amazing!

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    Went on St. Patrick's Day and had a great time. It was busy but the service was wonderful and the food was delicious

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    Thanks for the great review. We hope you will join us again soon!

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