Bumping up my previous review. Had some good experiences lately eating at the bar. Solid food and they banned vaping which I complained about previously. $3 pints on Wednesdays. read more

I love Finnigan's. I am a bit biased because Irish pubs are my thing. I would not expect to find an Irish pub in Winston like Finnigan's but here it is. Without a doubt the Ron's Chicken is my comfort food craving fix. It is beautiful. Fish and Chips are good but nothing extremely special (be sure to get t he malt vinegar with it). Their wraps and sandwiches make for an awesome lunch spot. We always prefer to sit in the bar section because we love the classic pub feel on that side of the restaurant. Moral of the story... If you want a quality pub experience with good food and drinks, go to Finnigan's next time you are out in Winston! read more

Came here on Easter Sunday and waited for over an hour for food with a non busy restaurant! The service was garbage. As a former server , this is completely unacceptable on a slow day with no wait and simple dishes. I will never be back and would recommend you stay away read more

I had the corned beef w/ cabbage and mashed potatoes. They offer a small and large portion, I opted for the small. This was a very good meal ($12). I had two nice size slices of CB. The texture was right in the middle; not too tender where it falls apart, yet not to firm (tough) where you have to chew it for an hour. The meat was moist and the flavor was perfect for me. My meat rested on a bed of creamy potatoes, with an appropriate amount of lumps. The cabbage was on the crisp side with a pleasant twang to it. They offer dining room and pub seating. The dining room has dim lighting while the pub is a little brighter with the large store front window panes. Since it was a working lunch, I could not partake in the adult juice's. I do look forward to my next visit so I can do so and update my rating to a 4 star. Heck, I ll just do it now. :) read more

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Oh my gosh!!! Everything about this pace was fabulous! I'd drive the hour for this place! Zero worries if bringing a group unless they hate great food! read more

Umm how have I never been in here before?! I came for an event that was being hosted there and the waitresses handled the big crowd without a problem. No water was left unfilled and our waitress was just overall super friendly. Since I was at an Irish Pub I decided to go the more traditional route and went with Bangers and Mash. They did not disappoint! I wish there had been more gravy, next time around I will just have to ask for extra. The mashed potatoes were a bit chunky and I am a fan of the bigger potato bites. The sausage was tasty and pretty flavorful. The cabbage was more of a take it or leave it side for me. My friend who is a vegetarian loves this spot. They have way more vegetarian options than you would ever think of at an Irish Pub. You can even get the "vegetarian meat substitute" instead of lamb/beef in your shepherd's pie. They also have a house made veggie burger. read more

I've frequented this place quite a bit for drinks, as it's a go-to spot for my co-workers. I had always wanted to eat here for lunch or dinner and had the perfect opportunity to go with my parents, who both enjoy Irish food and would serve as good guinea pigs for my review. We were seated promptly by our server, who did an outstanding job. She offered some suggestions and was very knowledgeable about the menu. We started off with the fried mushrooms. There was a lot of them. I've been to some restaurants where the appetizer portions can make sharing difficult, but it wouldn't be a problem here. We could have shared them with the other tables. The mushrooms were very good and we managed to polish them off. For the entrees, I had the Irish meatloaf, my dad had a lamb burger, and my mom had an apple chicken sandwich. Two out of three ain't bad in ordering Irish fare (thanks, Mom). They both enjoyed their sandwiches, and each of them ordered chips. I'm a big fan of pub chips, and they did it right here. Good seasoning and not too hard. The meatloaf was outstanding. It's a meat loaf with carrots, onions, celery and corned beef (the first three are the colors of the Irish flag, hence the name "Irish Flag Meatloaf). I would never think to have celery in a meatloaf even though it's one of my favorite vegetables, but it works also. It's also served with garlic mashed potatoes and vegetables, both made superbly. Finnigan's Wake is a very good choice as a restaurant. It's also a nice spot to drink that attracts a younger crowd. There's plenty of room inside and outside there is a massive area that wraps around the building. The only thing that keeps this from a five-star rating is drink prices. Beer is very reasonably prices, but liquor is on the high side. I like to mix it up once in a while but I go with strictly beer because of the price point. Last note, I did get to take home leftovers, and everything (including the pub chips) tasted like it did when I ate at the restaurant after heating it up at home. They're doing something right here when I'm able to able to heat the leftovers up and it's still excellent. Well done by Chef Seth Rogers and his crew. read more

This is still my favorite Pub! The fish and chips are authentic and good quality. The Irish dishes are perfect. Scotch eggs and wings. Can't go wrong here. Even has desserts and take out! Let's help our restaurants survive eat out one a week if you can. read more

Stopped into Finnegan's with friends last night for more than just drinks. Despite the event going on on Trade St, we were sat right away. The restaurant was raucous, which was ok with us, but patrons seeking a quieter experience may have been disappointed. Our server was. . . meh. . . adequate but odd. Hard to describe. I got the Meatloaf melt with sweet potato fries. My sandwich was bangin'. Great flavor in the thick slices of meatloaf. Well-buttered and toasted bread. Well seasoned fries. I loved it. May seem weird to rave about a meatloaf sandwich, but I just really enjoyed it. We had White Gummy Bear shots that were dangerously delicious. In the past I've gotten food here that I was disappointed with (Nachos with super watery chili). But this past visit gets a solid 4 stars. Thanks Finny's. read more

Waited over an hour for a table. Only 2 of us. Good waitress. Soup was tasty but not hot.Meal was average. Bar was crowded. Empty tables. Guess lack of staff but after we were seated they started using those tables. Who knows. I had fish and chips. Beer was good. Its beer. I like Foothills better. Our first time here since Covid. read more

I would be a fan of the place even if all they served were the beers that are on tap. Lot's of different styles from Ireland, Scotland, and England, along with the normal American beer on tap. I have always had good service from the wait staff friendly and accommodating. This time we tried the fish & chips and the Burgundy pork tenderloin. The pork dish was really good, nice and juicy, lots of flavor and the veggies were not cooked to death. The fish and chips were ok, although I think the filets were battered without putting any seasoning on the fish first. They were a little bland, I solved this with a little malt vinegar though. There is a choice between the large and small portion. Unless you are really hungry or want some to take home for later, I suggest the small size. I mean when they say "a generous portion of steak fries" they weren't lying!! I think I had 3 potatoes cut up and fried on my plate. The lemon caper aioli was pretty tasty. It was a perfect place to stop in for a late dinner on a cold night! read more

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub - Irish Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

This review is for the bar experience because I didn't have any food. In winston for business and needed something to do to kill time after dinner Sunday. A friend from the area suggested Finnigans. Let me first of say that the hearse outside is a hilarious play on words for the "wake" part of their name. The atmosphere was very relaxed and low key which I liked. The bartender was super friendly and able to answer questions about the beers. They have a great selection of craft brews on tap. It is a great place to grab a beer and hangout. No frills and no pressure which I like. I'll have to grab food next time I'm around! read more

I've heard about Finnegan's for years, but this was my first time in. I had the fish and chips, which were good...the fish was flaky, the batter crisp. The chips were good. Everything definitely needed a bit of extra salt and some malt vinegar. Friends had the chicken with gravy and mashed potatoes...definitely looked good..and it hit the spot for them. Overall, there's a neat atmosphere, helpful service, and good, but not great, food. I'll be back to try more! read more

Lots of craft beers to choose from on tap. Two types of ciders as well which made me say "yay"! The bartenders were really sweet. This was our first visit and I am sure we will return. I was bummed it was too cold to sit on their patio because it really looked fun! HINT try a Baby Guinness shot- I had my doubts but it was delish! read more

Great fish and chips and awesome drink deals. They had $5 pitchers. Would definitely recommend.

i was working out side of finnigamns one day an I asked for a water I offered to pay for it an they told my it was fine they would just give me an my coworker one (I'm guessing due to my job). there was a man sitting outside he also asked for a water they proceeded to bring out a Ice cold water for him with a lid an straw. when they finally got around to our waters they were lukewarm cups with no lid or ice or straw. an the only difference I saw in the three of us us me an my coworker were black an the other man was white ... the offer to buy the water should have been take if we were going to receive less than appropriate service read more

After slumping our way through the downpour for breakfast after a very light dinner the night before we were in need of a great meal. Finnigan's Wake did a great job of providing that. As we were drying off the waitress promptly arrive to take our drink order. After that our waters and coffee were always full. The boyfriend ordered the traditional Irish breakfast and I went for the Butler's breakfast. My steak and eggs was one of the best I had ever had. There was a generous portion of well-seasoned steak. The steak was cooked to order and juicer than the typical breakfast cut. The potatoes added a great starch to all that protein. The prices were standard for what we ordered and the waitress was friendly and attentive. The food came out in a timely manner and was absolutely delicious. I am depressed we do not live closer because we had such a great brunch experience I would love to go back. read more

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub - Traditional fry up - Irish Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

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I'm a big fan of Finnigan's. They have a solid beer selection with a choice for every tastebud, along with a fairly extensive cocktail menu. The food might set yoU back a tad, but the portions are massive. I got the chicken and gravy and there was a giant piece of fried chicken sticking out of a huge pool of mashed potatoes. A very filling, satisfying meal. read more

They always have great drink specials and an awesome craft beer/liquor assortment. The staple (only!) Irish Bar in WS! They have a really nice patio area and are open late after the breweries close. Full food menu as well - we've had a number of different appetizers and they're all delicious! Can't wait to go for dinner soon! read more

On my return trip to Iowa from a Florida vacation, we headed to the Winston Salem area to visit my newly located brother-in-law. He had found this gem, and knowing me, hustled us downtown for an afternoon at the bar! The bartender was an intelligent and accommodating lad, the food was delicious and the Guinness was proper (nitrogen-driven)! It doesn't take much to keep the Irish smiling, but this place does it all day long! If the opportunity arises, shake those Irish tail feathers here, it's pretty special! read more

So this is an Irish bar but they had a pasta special. I am always a sucker for specials so I of course got it. It was really good just not really what you think of when you this of an Irish place. I also thought it was cutely decorated for Christmas at the time of my visit which I appreciated. They also had a solid selection of beers and everything was reasonably priced. Would go back but food isn't like date night worthy but would be better for group outings. read more

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub - Looking festive for the holiday - Irish Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

I ate here for brunch with a large group. Overall the service and food were very good. We ate on the patio which was very nice and fenced in for privacy from the street. I had their coffee which was from Krankies. They only put one creamer down for 4 coffee drinkers though. I ordered the brunch special which was fried chicken with gravy, 2 eggs, hash browns and toast. It was a ton of food for the price which was 9 dollars. The chicken was very crispy and the gravy was tasty. I liked their hash browns because they were well cooked and not greasy. My eggs were the perfect sunny side up. The toast is a thicker cut whole grain bread which was good. They served the hash browns with ketchup so you did not have to ask for it. I was happy with my brunch here and plan to return. read more

I've been coming here for quite a while. It's wonderful to have a type of restaurant like this. It does have a really unique flare, and to that it can't be beat. I just wish overall it was a little better. The food is definitely good enough, and it is unique to be able to get this kind of food. That alone makes it worth it. I just wish I didn't feel so put off by the experiences I've had. Sometimes just slow service. But this weekend really prompted me to question whether or not I would be coming back here as much. Going out late for drinks and had some really rude bouncers. I understand in the past they were in trouble for underage drinking or something to and instructed people to be extra diligent, but as it was, the bouncers were downright unpleasant. I had to go back and get my wife's ID because she had left it in her coat which I took back to the car earlier. They wouldn't let her come back in. And while she was waiting, she even tried to at least talk to them and they outright ignored her and acted rude. I don't think we will be back for the bar, safe to say. read more

Wow the food for this place is amazing. They even made my special request order. I had the Reuben but with mushrooms instead of meat. They have a fake turkey you can get but they accommodate me. We had the fried potato cakes for apps. My brother had the Shepard's pie which he said was awesome. The husband had the black bean cakes which he devoured. He said that was the best he has ever had. When in town we will definitely be back. The service was good but she seemed more interested in another table. read more

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Great food and atmosphere! Our server was on point and they have a lot of vegetarian options! A little pricey but they make a great vodka dirty martini! read more

This has become our family's favorite restaurant in Winston. Our family has tried most items on the menu and everything is fresh and delicious. Our favorites are the Salmon, Shepherds Pie and Bangers & Mash. The atmosphere and selection of beers and specialty drinks add to the fun of the evening, which is always topped off with their homemade dessert items which are fabulous! There is also an awesome patio out back and servers are very friendly. read more

The employees are amazing and the food is incredible, ESPECIALLY the appetizers. My boyfriend and I come weekly and always have an incredible experience. Thank you Finnigans for always being so good to us. Much love! read more

To be fair we've never eaten here but frankly what comes out of the kitchen is not enticing nor the menu selections and it has a heavy odor of stale food service is always lackluster they don't really care if you're here or not read more

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Kudos to yelp for recommending highly Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub. Menu items are good and the staff is very friendly. Plenty of good choices here, I was blown away with the menu, tried their Irish Flag Meatloaf and it was excellent. The team was really pleasant and service is awesome. I could go on and on about Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub. read more

Nice little pub, come for drinks but don't waste your time on the food here. We ordered three meals, easy meals at that and not one of the three were worth what we were paying. We came in at 9 and it took well over 45 mins to get easy meals. The Guinness stew was almost inedible, the beef was suuuuper dry, over cooked and not appetizing. The gravy part of the stew was well flavored. The steak was way too chewy complimented with gluey mashed potatoes and al dente vegetables. The summer salad was very clearly made waaay earlier than being served which would be ok since it has kale and shaved Brussels sprouts but it was really dry. Come for the drinks, atmosphere and a waitstaff that seems relatively nice. read more

We were at WFBH MRI and it was 5:00 pm. The office specialist, Donna (From England) highly recommend this restaurant/bar. She was spot on! By far the best fish and chips since I left the West Coast. A pint helps with everything and the beer was good. Joseph was our waiter and we highly recommend asking to sit in his area. He was attentive without being overbearing. Most importantly Joseph is prompt and doesn't rush. We chose to sit at the back patio. Wife had the equally fantastic Shepherd's Pie that had a good mix of ground lamb and beef She's very happy with Joseph's recommendation of the balsamic dressing. Be aware that the tartar sauce is a lemon/caper aioli. Although it was pretty good, I'm a malt vinegar fan and just had to ask read more

I've had great meals here in the past and it's been one of my favorite irish bars but clearly they haven't kept up with things since Covid has hit. I ordered wings today and they were possibly the worst wings I've ever had. 2 wings were broke in half and counted as full wings and they're ere possibly the driest wings I've ever had. So dry they were hard to eat so we threw most away. The scotch eggs which I've had here before were way over cooked or old. The eggs tasted like rubber. Won't be back here for awhile unfortunately :( read more

Never had a bad visit here. The service is wonderful and the food tastes great (I highly recommend the hot chips). Finnigan's Wake is easily my go-to restaurant when in Winston-Salem. read more

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub - Irish Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

This was a very good choice for late-night food when most other things were closed or not serving anymore. I had a very good pulled-pork quesadilla. Officially an appetizer, it was very large and filling, with salsa and sour cream on the side. Though I was visiting, and wanted a local IPA, the bartender recommended a Jai Alai from FL even more, and it was terrific. Then I had a Wicked Weed Old Fashioned, which was fruity and heady and alcoholic, and smelled like cognac. Unbelievably good, for $8. Pleasantly quiet when we went in, 10pm on a Thursday, it quickly picked up and at 11 it was quiet crowded and lively with lots of college kids with blue painted faces. If I'm back in Winston-Salem, will definitely head here for a late-night drink. read more

Black bean cakes were so good says my friend. I had the Ruben. What a disappointment--not even made with rye bread. Instead thick Texas toast and a VERY spicy mustard. Too much burn. read more

This place is really cool. It is a lot more than a bar. I went for Saturday brunch and it was great. I got a vegetable boxty which is vegetables wrapped in a thin sweet potato pancake. Also the toastie, a slice of bread with melted cheese and pepper was really cool. The salads were great too. If you like irish food this is the spot. Also they have a ton of vegetarian and vegan options. All in all you can take anyone here whether they are vegetarian, vegan, like or dislike Irish food. read more

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub - This is a vegetable boxty with sides of a toastie, egg whites, and a roma tomato. - Irish Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Below you'll find a picture of last nights app sampler we chose the creamy spinach and artichoke dip, crunchy, but awesome articakes and sweet and spicy wings which had to be my fave! Topped off with great service and a couple of beers, I'll definitely be back to this Irish pub. Can't wait to try more of their menu! read more

Finnigan's Wake Irish Pub - Irish Near Me - Winston-Salem, North Carolina

On my short list of yummy places in Winston. Great location. Fabu patio for comfy days outside. The potato cake appetizer is yummy! The scotch eggs are outstanding. The fish and chips are worth the trip, every time! read more

Overall, we had a fantastic experience at this location while visiting the area. Excellent food, large portions, competitive prices, and top tier service (shout out to my boy Joe). Definitely plan on coming back next time I find myself in the area! read more

I'm sitting here, finishing Sunday brunch. I wanted to pause to say how much I loved it. The music playing, Irish songs, was fantastic. Please keep it up. Love love love the music to go along with the meal. I miss the pancakes & yogurt but loved the milkmaid lunch. The zucchini bread was warm with crispy edges, perfect. The chicken salad was one of the best I've had in years. :) read more