Had our monthly Social here and they accomodated 12 of us in style in the main dining room with plenty of room to spread out. It was especially nice because it was Trivia night and it can a bit loud on the bar side. But we were able to converse with ease. Our server, LeAnn was beyond attentive and always provides dinner and a "show" in true comedic fashion! She took amazing care of our group and managed other tables as well- a true professional. Drinks and food were plentiful, fresh and delicious. We always get apps to share and them some get meals. LeAnn never missed a beat. Check out the pics for some of the dishes and drinks! If you haven't, check them iut, any day of the week and watch for their celebrations! read more

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The food was fresh and hot! Beyond delighted with the flavors. We ordered the Reuben egg rolls and pub fries extra crispy along with a mule and the princess! Service was quick and space was nice and not too loud for being a pub! Our waitress was also the absolute best! read more

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My son brought my granddaughter over for dinner after the disappointing Jags loss and we were headed to another one of my local favorites at the beach when I asked if he wanted to try Culhanes since he had never been there. He was so excited to go. Cat was our waitress and she gave us great service. I forgot to take photos but we started with their pretzel, which is so good, and then I had the curry rice bowl with no protein (you can add if you want) , my son the fish and chips and my granddaughter the Mac and cheese with fries. We also ordered my daughter in law fish and chips to go. I love their pretzels with mustard and cheese sauce. They are made by a local bakery. The curry dish is really good, but spicy, which I knew but just know. My son agreed the fish and chips was really good. The only disappointment was the kids Mac and cheese is straight up blue box Mac and cheese for $8, plus an up charge for both the chocolate milk and a side of ranch. We will go back but I think I'll get my granddaughter to try another kids dish. read more

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4.5 Made reservations for a Sunday brunch and we're seated right away. Great service and sat on the bar side as requested. Kicked off with the pretzel and Reuben Eggrolls (so good). Husband and I split the shrimp and grits and half fish and chips. Both delicious, would be hard to eat a whole shrimp and grits as it is super decadent. Kids had shrimp and grits, pancakes, and the biscuits and gray (he loves). Delicious meal, kicked off with a yummy spicy Bloody Mary drink special for $6. Will be back as always. read more

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Sunday Funday brunch at Culhane's Irish Pub & Restaurant in Atlantic Beach, Florida I made the reservation online for my husband's birthday brunch & they had everything ready when we arrived 15 minutes prior to our reservation time. The restaurant is always clean & homey feeling. We love that because it makes our dining experience so much better in the warm, relaxed atmosphere. Pictures are of... * Shrimp & Grits * Benedict Culhane's with cheese grits & bangers * Brisket & Grits * Paddy's Bread Pudding with Irish cream sauce, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, & berries *not pictured because it was eaten so quickly... scotch eggs, corned beef & cabbage rolls, full Irish brekkie, craic chips, & pretzel with beer cheese. There were other things ordered as well that I can't remember.* read more

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I've been coming here pretty consistently ever since Whiskey Jax down the road closed, and this has become my new whiskey Wednesday spot. Consistently good service, consistently good food. I love that they have specials each week so even though they're regular menu is amazing, I can't get bored because there's always something new to try. And of course I should mention that they have an amazing selection of Irish whiskeys. read more

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I visited Culhane's as it was ranked "Top 25 best spots in Jax" by Yelp for 2025, and it did not disappoint! Great bar to watch sports, the staff were super friendly and our food/drinks came fast. Some of the best fish and chips I've had and I'll definitely be back to try more items. read more

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Walked in on a Friday around 730 pm with a party of 6 and two kids. We had to wait about 10-15 min for a table, but were able to grab a beer while we waited. To start, we had the eggrolls and sausage rolls. For my entree, I had the Dingle Fish Pie which I enjoyed. It was like a seafood pot pie. Everyone else at the table enjoyed their food as well. Note, there was a live band that came on around 8/830, which was fairly loud if you are looking for a quiet dinner. This was my first time sitting down to eat here, and I'm glad we did! read more

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Went to Culhane's to wait out some rain the other day and tried the Bally B Coffee, definitely recommend, it tasted like a creamy, sweet latte. I also got a pretzel with cheese which was really warm and tasty. Overall, the vibes were perfect for staying out of the rain and I would visit again. read more

Culhanes Irish Pub & Restaurant - Sports Bars Near Me - Atlantic Beach, Florida

One of the OG Diners Drive-Ins and Dives places and it's definitely worth the trip! The Lynda's Rueben Eggrolls are out-of-bounds as Guy would say...a rubber sandwich stuffed into some wonton wraps...mmm. The Guinness Beef Stew has got to be the best I've ever had. Big chunks of beef, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms in a rich, thick flavorful stew. The Grilled Cheese and Salad special was Terri's choice (she also sampled the stew and eggrolls) as she's not as adventurous in her food choices. A great Irish Pub with great servers and plenty of tv's on the walls to keep up with the sports world. read more

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Great Food, Great Drinks, and a Patient Staff at Culhane's Irish Pub I was in town for business and brought six associates/friends with me to Culhane's for dinner. First off, our server deserves high praise for fielding a ton of questions about the food, drinks, and beer choices--especially considering a few in our group acted like they'd never been to a restaurant before. Note to self: next time, trim the invite list. For drinks, I ordered the Yellow Rose Rye Old Fashioned, which leaned classic but featured a twist with brown sugar syrup. The syrup made the cocktail darker, but the bourbon still came through nicely--rich, balanced, and not overly sweet (thankfully!). I appreciated that they didn't bury the bourbon in sugar, and I ended up ordering a second round. To start, I had Lynda's Reuben Egg Rolls--a standout. The sauerkraut and Swiss cheese kept them moist, the wonton wrapper had a satisfying crunch, and the corned beef paired perfectly with the house-made mustard sauce. I'll definitely be trying the Wee Crock O' Stew next time. For the main course, I went with Kyle's Fish n' Chips, advertised as "BEST IN JAX!"--and I can see why. The fish was moist and flaky inside with a crispy outer batter that didn't feel too heavy. One person at the table had gluten-free needs, and I was impressed by the options Culhane's offers. The servers answered every question with care and patience, even the ones that (honestly) were a bit much. I have two daughters who are gluten-free, so I've witnessed my fair share of those conversations--and this staff handled it like pros. Overall, everyone was happy with their meals and drinks. I'll be back--and next time I'm eyeing Chad's Shrimp n' Grits. Culhane's delivers a true pub experience with food and service that go beyond expectations. read more

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Mostly empty when we arrived for lunch. Service was slow for a light crowd. Server never asked if we wanted refills. He also didn't ask if I wanted the lunch or dinner portion. I received the dinner size fish and chips. Fish portion was large, but coleslaw was child size. Fish and tartar sauce were tasty. Husband really liked the pretzel and he said the wings were good not great. He only ordered 5 but got 10. We immediately informed the server so that we wouldn't be charged and it could be corrected. We were still charged for 10. Overall a good experience. Would expect better attention to detail when the restaurant is nearly empty. "Empty can in the booth seat indicated that it had not been properly cleaned read more

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Culhanes is a must visit across the board. Their ambiance, service and food were all phenomenal. Our waitress was Leeann amazing, making sure we were taking care of, the cheeriest attitude, and truly a great server overall. She really took our experience above and beyond. We came in the late afternoon, but were still met with delicious, fresh food. We both had Rubens with fries and they were to die for. Definitely coming back! read more

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The Jacksonville Naval Academy Alumni Association has held Navy Football watch parties here all season.Always great service and food. For the Liberty Bowl Watch party Saturday, Cat and Nick did an outstanding job serving about 40 Alumni and supporters. Jim and Maggie were also awesome behind the bar. Thanks to the Sisters (and Dennis) for the support all season long! read more

From top to bottom this is a great place to eat, drink, spend time with friends and get away from boring restaurants! Great atmosphere, food servers, bar tenders, waitresses, owners, managers and sports on TVs! read more

We are Culhane's semi-regulars and always get terrific care from Melissa and Leeann, and outstanding food from the kitchen. Yesterday we stopped in and enjoyed a new server, Anna. What a gem! Very attentive and interested in making sure we had a great experience. Really a great server, one of the many excellent servers at Culhane's in Atlantic Beach! read more

The service here was entertaining, our server kept us laughing. Joined my friends here on a Thursday at 6:30 and although they are regulars they forgot about Thursday trivia at 7:30. No worries - we were able to get seated after a very short wait in the dining area. Our group of 6 enjoyed a drink each, 3 appetizers, and our own entrees with no rush in about an hour and a half - leaving as trivia began. For apps, we endulged in Nana's Sausage Rolls, Craic Garlic Chips, and the soup of the day - mushroom and brie. Not a bite leftover! The chips (ie fries) were so cheesy and yummy! Mom and dad each got burgers/sandwiches, the two boys devoured all of their shepherd's pies, my friend loved the pasta with enough leftover for lunch the next day. The only mild disappointment was the fish pie that I ordered. Although it was quite tasty, I would recommend this as a shareable and not an entree. It's more of a fish dip and only comes with two pieces of toast. Overall a fantastic time, greatcomfortable seating, and entertaining service. read more

This was a great experience. We sat down near the wooden bar and were treated to a history of the pub. Our server, Rebecca, told us a few specials and what the favorite meals were. We decided on fish and chips and split a burger. It was delicious and worth ordering both! Tried a house pale ale and it was yummy too. We were lucky enough to also go on a night with a bagpipes. Tears to my eyes, it was unbelievable. Can't wait to go back! read more

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service is always good - quality always repeated and pleasant atmosphere. I usually rotate through the menu - always hit the spot. A plus is you can get your Guinness on tap nice and cold. read more

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I checked out Happy Hour at their Atlantic Beach location recently. The bartender Rikki was very welcoming and engaged with all of the bar patrons. I ordered the 5 Sisters Lemon Drop shot, the pub pretzel with beer cheese, & the Atlantic fish bites. The pretzel & cheese were good, the shot was great, & the fish bites were excellent! The fish was soft and flaky, and the breading was light and perfectly fried. The tartar sauce that came with was very lemony which is right up my alley. My usual at Culhane's is their Bangers and Mash but I would happily order this fish if it was on the entree menu! read more

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Yummy food great service sexy Irish guys who do the Irish Jig great smells great drinks You might see a Shamrock

Ever had one of those nights where you need an Irish fix to cure a craving? Culhanes is definitely the place to go. Their menu is loaded with all types of Irish food that would make a leprechaun give up his pot of gold to eat there. Started off with a black and tan and a Scottish egg. Both are great. If you've never had a Scottish egg... now is time to try one and culhanes is the place to go. Then to finish the night is a rueben with tender and juicy corned beef. With a side of coleslaw. Great service from Leeann..... she took care of me very well. Girl deserves a raise! Definitely will return when Irish craving comes on strong. read more

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Absolutely love coming here. Order the fish pie and the potato leek soup. You won't regret it. read more

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Absolutely ridiculous. I ordered on door dash at 5pm. After 2 hours and many "dropped" door dashers the third dasher actually calls me to explain that the restaurant's internet was down and couldn't full fill the order through door dash and the order hadn't even been made yet. A simple call way earlier I would have gladly picked up myself and at least gotten to eat before 8 pm. Now you get a scathing review and lost a customer who is STILL HUNGRY by the way. read more

I'm on a mission for the best corned beef hash, and guys, so far this is it! I am not a fan of canned corned beef, and Culhanes is the real deal. Their mix of spices is the perfect balance - none of them overpowering the other. And the ratio of potatoes to corned beef was just right. They were generous with the amount of corned beef hash making this a very filling breakfast. We also ordered the craic garlic chips, which is a plate of deliciousness that I always get when I go to Culhanes. So evil, but so good. I can't speak to the other dishes flavor, but was told they were good. Everyone left with full and happy bellies. Best part was the service. Leanne you're amazing! read more

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Great authentic Irish Pub in Atlantic Beach. The food is amazing - I highly recommend the Shepherds Pie. And you won't get better service than with Mary! read more

Love those fish and chips! Our waiter (I think his name was Brian) was wonderful. And of course, the Guinness was not as great as the Guinness brewery in Ireland, but it fit the bill with our fish and chips. read more

I truly love this place. I always get the fish pie but waitress recommended shrimp and grits. It was delicious! My friends got fish pie and fish and chips. We enjoyed everything. We split bread pudding for dessert. It was just ok. The sauce was really good but the bread pudding itself was lacking something. Service was great and our waitress was very helpful. It does get super loud so it's difficult to have a conversation. read more

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We were greeted and seated within 1-2 minutes max. I was immediately overwhelmed by the awesome ambiance that lends a homey feel but also one of comfort and interest for new and different things! I'm more than used to British fare and Irish food as well. My father's family is Irish and so is my husband's. Can't say much after admitting your mother in law's maiden name is Fitzpatrick. We may have grown up here in the states, but there's certain things you're traditionally fed that keeps you informed of the traditional flavors of the "old country". Since it was also my husband's first time here, he also got a free "lemon drop" shot. It's 5 Sisters Vodka, Triple Sec and fresh lemon juice with a lil bit of sugar on the rim. Wowza! Excellent!! I ordered a plethora of appetizers based on various reviews and knowing what he and I would like best. I ordered us the rueben egg rolls -- DELICIOUS! -- the sausage rolls -- SIMPLY AMAZING -- and a Big Sis Pretzel (for the hubby and LOVED it!). For dinner, he ordered the Kyle's Fish N Chips (spectacular!) and I ordered the Blarney Lamb Sliders (just awesome flavors in each bite!!) with a small "crock o' stew" on the side so I could try what all the hype was about! My husband absolutely almost licked the bowl clean (he said it was the best thing he had tonight--I beg to differ) and we ended up taking home some of "Paddy's Bread Pudding" with the accompanying vanilla sauce but minus the ice cream since it's about 70-80 mile drive home and I don't think it'll stay that cold in my jeep lmao!! Despite the fiasco of my husband dropping his drink and almost throwing it on me in the process, soaking my phone, food, side of the table, shirt and shorts, I have to say it was one of the (rare) best times we've enjoyed somewhere! Glad we came here to the original location close to Atlantic Beach. Our waitress, Chloé, was excellent. Laughed at our jokes, offered us good options for appetizers, drinks, food, and dessert! Talk about welcoming and personable...I don't know how it is at their other location, but this one is phenomenal in all ways. The food was hot, fresh and delicious. I simply don't think you could go wrong with anything they have on their menu. It's so different from the normal fare offered practically anywhere. The closest we've come to such awesome food in a warm, homey pub atmosphere was the one time we were able to go King's British Pub out on A1A closer to St Augustine. But even THEY can't compare to what we just enjoyed tonight...sorry...but Culhane's has them beat hands down. Everything from shrimp tacos to Angus burgers to shrimp & grits and don't forget the amazing cocktails made with the owners' brand of vodka (5 Sisters)...you will surly find something to quench your appetite and your thirst. We also got to meet Dennis, the manager, who was doing bartending when Guy Fieri was here last...he was so wonderful to meet and talk to! He said he did like this big show with flaming bottles and all that, but all they showed was like 5 seconds of him leaning across the bar . Lol Happens to the best of us...but he is a great manager if tonight was any example of his leadership here. Color me very very impressed all 'round. Do yourself a favor and try one of these gems...they've got the two locations...you will most certainly be satisfied! read more

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I stopped in around 4 PM and the bar seats were mostly taken. I took a high top table and ordered up a Harp. Soccer on the big screen TVs as I settled in for a meal. This is really good Irish food. I tried the baked wings for the first time here and was very pleasantly surprised. They were plump, tender and juicy without being greasy. I had them with the buffalo sauce which was very delicious. I also ordered the Ruben sandwich which I haven't had for a while at this location. The corned beef was generous and very flavorful and not too fatty. The side of fries was very good as well. This was all topped off with an amazing waitress Mary, who was very pleasant and attentive. If you're looking for an authentic Irish Pub, laid back atmosphere with great food, this is the place. read more

Michelle is an awesome server. The Lunch portion of Shepherds pie and the Scottish egg were delicious. Highly recommend

We've been to dozens of Irish pubs in NYC and Boston to name a few and hands down the food here beat them all. Husband said the shepherds pie was the best thing he's ever eaten. Seems like we've found our FL Irish pub :) read more

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It's been a long time since I have been to this Culhanes location. We came in on Saturday night around 8:30PM and just in time for karaoke. Since we realized karaoke was about to happen we started off with Baby Guinness shots and made sure to check in too so we got our free Lemon Drop Shot. Like I said we were going to get sucked in karaoke we needed these. We also of course had to get some snacks when we were here too and went with Nana's Sausage Rolls and Karen's Scotch Egg. Nana's Sausage Rolls are always a good to for us since they are just so damn good. They are Irish sausage, puff pastry, baked, served with hot mustard and I can't get enough of that mustard. I gotta ask if they sell it. The Scotch Egg was also good but I do prefer a soft boiled egg which I know isn't the traditional way but again it was still good. For those that don't know a Scotch Eggs is a Boiled egg, Irish sausage, panko, champ, demi gravy, hot mustard. I will say beer is pretty pricy here and our server was telling us it was about $20-$25 for a pitchers even though I thought I saw pitcher specials at the door but who knows. Will for sure continue to stop into Culhanes when I'm at Atlantic Beach since it's always a great time. read more

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If this is what fish and chips are like in Ireland, I must get there fast! This was the best fish and chips I've had--like ever. Everything was cooked to perfection. Crisp batter, fresh and flaky fish filets, sides and condiments, and draft beer were the perfect companions. Thanks to Brian at the bar, this was a lovely recovery spot to get a good meal and soak up a little liquor from last night. Brian provided exceptional service from start to finish and remembered my name, all while greeting and serving other patrons - true Bartender! There was plenty of seating at the bar, perfect for most party sizes. After a few not-so-great experiences at the SS location, this will now be the one and only Culhanes that I go to in Jax; it just can't be beaten! read more

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Been in a couple times first time had a lovely Sheppard's pie and this last time the Cobb salad with a burger patty (it was a low carb night!). Both times the food was good, the drinks fairly poured and the tab reasonable. The ambiance is typical Irish American good time pub. Overall a great time! read more

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To quote my boo, "this place is great I completely forgot that we are in a strip mall." And that's the honest truth. Culhanes decor, but more the vibe and local feel, makes you want to stay at this pub all day all night. Food is always delicious and wonderful comfort good. I had a hankering for shrimp & grits and I am so glad I ordered it- it was delicious. Loved how cheesy the grits were in addition to the slightly spicy cream sauce. Shrimp were plump & numerous, and the extra mushrooms & cherry tomatoes were a nice treat. My friends enjoyed their reuben sandwich & some wings. I've ordered the bourbon salmon before as well which is excellent. Our waitress Maggie on Friday night was awesome- very welcoming, pleasant & attentive. Our party of 5 was lucky to walk in & score a booth- anytime I'm there it's pretty busy & there's lots of tvs to watch sports. read more

Culhanes Irish Pub & Restaurant - Shrimp & Grits- my fav in Jax! - Sports Bars Near Me - Atlantic Beach, Florida

Culhane's is one of those places that never disappoints, no matter which location you are visiting and time Or day of the week. Visited this past weekend for Saturday brunch and it was delicious. One of the things I want to praise them for the most is their customer service. Their wait staff is so nice and they literally go out of their way to answer to every question and always have a smile on their faces. We sat outside and enjoyed a nice meal, I ordered the sampler and it was delicious, the wings were so crispy and the sausage wrapped on puff pastry was the bomb, they served it with plenty of sauces which was the cherry on top. We also tried the chicken and biscuits and it was tasty and moist, as well as the spinach Benedict which was super creamy. Overall a wonderful experience as usual. Can't wait to go back read more

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Great beer selection, great food,great server, and reasonable prices. I would highly recommend this Irish restaurant.

The ambiance was great!!! Very slow night but perfect for date night. My boyfriend and I had the garlic chips, reuben rolls, pasta mac and Leann's clucker. The food was cooked to perfection!! The showstopper for the night was our server Niccy!! He was so friendly and made us feel at home. When I return, I'm asking for him personally!!! Overall the experience was worth it!!! read more

We tried Culhanes for the first time the other night and generally enjoyed it. We went for the food, this is a pub, and so I can't comment on the drinks. It felt like a typical American Irish bar, and the service was great: attentive, informative, courteous, and prompt. We started with Nana's Sausage Rolls and Mary's Cauliflower (baked and in Buffalo sauce). The rolls were salty and very flavorful: the cauliflower too salty to eat. The Pot Leak Soup and Crock O' Stew (small portion of Guinness Beef Stew) were good. Good enough to order more stew to take home, but a little salty. For entrees we had Corned Beef N Cabbage (pictured) and Kyle's Fish N Chips. I loved my corned beef, although it was salty (because corned beef is brined). The folks who had the fish said it was moist, with a good batter, and, uh, salty. So you've noticed a trend here. We were eating in a pub, and pubs are known to be heavy with the salt because salt makes you thirsty and thirsty people order more drinks. Except for the cauliflower, the food was very good...and salty. If you're going just for the food, be forewarned. If you're going to drink as well, then no problem, right? read more

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