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    Hugh O'Connors - Spring Branch

    4.2 (142 reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Traditional Wings
    Chris P.

    Visited here midweek after going to a Yelp event at the nearby Regal. I'd seen this spot a few times when dining with colleagues nearby and assured myself I'd check it out as soon as I could. I'm glad I did! When walking in it wasn't crowded but there were a fair amount of guests for a near 10 pm crowd on a Wednesday. I went and sat at the bar to which I was immediately greeted and provided menus. Food & Drink - 5* I immediately ordered some wings and fried pickles and peppers. Then I debated between the Irish Stew or the Shepherd's Pie. When I inquired, both are great but advised I should go with the Shepherd's Pie. Off to races we go. Fried pickles and peppers, delicious, the batter isn't over the top yet doesn't fall off terribly. The cilantro jalapeño sauce is a fantastic pairing. The wings -- great, nice crisp, flavor was not necessarily what I expected, I couldn't place it at the time it they were good. Now, the shepherd's pie, wow, this dish was addicting. I'd come back over and over for this while sabotaging in semblance of a balanced diet. Just makes me know that the Irish stew is likely equally fantastic. The drinks, well, I can't speak to cocktails but the Guinness was delicious, cold, with nice collar/head. Can't go wrong with that! Service - 5* Everything one would want. Friend, fast, and attentive. Water was always full and was asked if needed anything multiple times. The only thing I didn't get proactively was napkins, but when I asked, I was provided some quickly. Cost - 4.5* Overall, I think, subjectively speaking, everything here is pretty well priced. The shepherd's pie may be a tad overpriced but it's worth it in how delicious it is. Overall - 5* This was a pleasant surprise to visit and I will certainly come back. Subjectively the location is good and bad. Being next to the improv and movie theater I'm sure helps attract many patrons for these businesses. At the same time, this joint, with a loyal following, would sustain business and "feel" better as a free standing establishment in a more neighborhood type environment. Nevertheless, great place, would recommend people stop in even if they aren't visiting the stalwart attractions in the area.

    Don't forget your 10% off if attending a show/movie
    Carmen S.

    Tip: If you have tickets to the movies or improv in the complex, they will give you 10% off your bill before or after the show. Food: Onion rings (4.5/5) - really good. The batter is hard to describe. It's like a soft tender crust that doesn't crumble if that makes sense! Im not a big fan of onion rings in general but these are really good. Chicken wings, honey siracha flavor (3/5) - the sauce was tasty with subtle spiciness, however the chicken meat itself didn't have any seasoning & relies on the sauce to carry all the flavor. Also, they were cooked hard (actually overcooked) especially the smaller flat pieces. They asked a couple times if everything is ok. Perhaps I should have asked for a new batch that wasn't overcooked. BYO Guiness burger (3.5/5) - definitely have a made at home burger feel. I could have used a little seasoning (salt) on the burger, but it was ok. Service was really good (5/5). Multiple servers checked on us. All were very attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere (4/5) - liked the sports bar vibe with all the TVs and the upbeat background music. They also have outside patio seating in the front that looked pretty cool with a large tv.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall rating is a 3.5. I'm gonna round down to 3 because the food left me wanting better. I would try them again if I was headed to the Improv to see if it was just an off night or maybe just drinks.

    ESPN and Joel
    Mark G.

    Great spot for drinks before or after the cinema or Improv. They offer discounts if you're visiting a neighboring venue. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service is friendly and the atmosphere gives a "pubby" vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Drop in and give them a try.

    Drink menu
    Carl S.

    Dropped in with a group of five prior to a comedy show to grab a couple of drinks. However, we ordered food was pleasantly surprised that we enjoyed it so much. The chicken wings were excellent and well soak in the sauce of your choice for a delicious mess. Equally impressive were the onion rings, piled high and crispy. They have an extensive drink menu featuring a long list of high end spirits. My choice was a spicy mezcal margarita and the bartender nailed it perfectly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The pub isn't very large but has several high top tables that easily accommodate larger groups.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff were very friendly and the server did a great job of getting all our orders to us at the same time. Hugh O'connors is a great place for drinks and delicious bar food.

    Kathy V.

    Came here after a movie because my sister said the Fish & Chips were pretty good. She was half right--the fish was solid, crispy, and well-cooked, but the chips? Unfortunately, they were stale and just didn't hit the spot. We also tried the fried pickles, and while I appreciated the crunch, they were way too salty. Definitely needed something to balance out all that salt. Service was quick, but to be fair, the place was pretty empty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere, though, was a vibe--chill, laid-back, and perfect for grabbing drinks or just hanging out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would I come back for the food? Probably not. [[HIGHLIGHT]]But if I'm in the area and need a cool spot to kick back, I might give it another shot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Kilkenny
    Mrsanchezmusicman S.

    Service here was impeccable. Very attentive but not over-whelming. Will definitely come back on a game day

    The storefront
    Nick S.

    I love and feel at home at Irish pubs, and Hugh O'connors is no exception. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere is fun and inviting. Everyone is friendly and having a great time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service is good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There is a vast variety of beers on tap, and the bar is fully stocked with everything you need to have a good time Some tips: If you go see a movie at the Regal Cinema (just steps away), bring your ticket stub and show it to the bartender, as you will receive 10% off your order Sláinte!

    Shepherd's Pie
    Kelly N.

    This is a great place to hang out with a group or even take a date. It has games, good vibes, and a good selection of food and drinks. The parking lot tends to fill up on weekends because it's a popular plaza, but the lot is so big you'll definitely find a spot even when it's busy. Plus, there's other things to do in the plaza like go to the movies, other restaurants, Dave & buster's, and much more. I recommend the Cosmopolitan and the Irish Car Bomb (ICB). They're both delicious and super easy to drink. The ICB is a shot of Jameson mixed with baileys that you drop into a cup of Guinness and chug. If you let it sit, the cream starts to curdle. Not pretty, but still delicious. It's also just more fun to chug it with friends like you would chug a sake bomb. If the Jameson or Guinness don't sound appealing, I don't care for either on their own, but the baileys makes this a sweet and super easy drink to drink, tasting kind of like a milkshake. I highly recommend it!

    Xmas time!
    Erica G.

    I came in after the Sloomoo Yelp experience. It's definitely an authentic and traditional bar with moderately priced food and drinks. I would recommend stopping by if you are in the area. I tasted their queso, and it was pretty good but came out kind of cold. Overall taste was great. The vibe was chill and easygoing. Great after a long day at work. Service was very nice and helpful. Would be back when I'm in the area again.

    Entrance
    Sydney J.

    I am 0/2 with pix this week! Sorry. I got ambient pix but was too hungry to realize I forgot food pix (smh) Anyways.... Food was Great! Southwest Salad was shareable between the two if us and was flavorful and well presented. I got the Irish Potato (basically like potato skins!). They were good! They are NOT potato skins though, they are slices of potato with peeling on, and then topped with cheese and bacon bits and served with a side of pico and sour cream. I would definitely eat here again! Didn't try any drinks, but wish I had. There is outdoor seating with large umbrellas but it was raining. There's tons of large booths for party of 4. Long bar tables for large groups, bar seating with sports tv screens.

    Fish & Chips
    Gregory L.

    Home of the Liverpool Supporter's Club, this Irish pub pours a perfect pint of Guinness and the atmosphere is electric on match days. Service here is great too, it's impressive how the staff function when it's standing room only on some of the more exciting matches, and their food is also great. I had their fish and chips recently and it was delicious. The fries were perfectly cooked and well seasoned, and the fish was flakey and tender. I can't recommend this place enough, and if you're looking for an exciting pub to watch premier league, this is the one for you!

    Grilled Chicken Quesadilla - grilled chicken with melted mozzarella, pico de gallo, sour cream & house picante sauce.
    Kim T.

    Quiet afternoon before a movie around 4pm in the afternoon. We order ice teas that were refilled only once. We ordered the Chicken Quesadillas - grilled chicken with melted mozzarella, pico de gallo, sour cream & house picante sauce which was average. We also ordered the Irish Nachos - sliced deep-fried potatoes covered with crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese & jalapeños served with a side of sour cream & pico de gallo. But I honestly missed the crunch of tortilla chips vs the soft potato skins. The Fish & Chips were pretty good. Crispy and hot. Overall an ok experience. Perhaps it's better on a weekend night closer towards dinner time.

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    Great food, great service, fair prices. Best shepherds pie anywhere west of Galway. Two thumbs up from me.

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    Wings are trash! Why smoke wings?? Fkn gross! Its so overpowering you cant taste the buffalo sauce! Never again!!

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    Fish and chips here used to be amazing now the fish is awful. The fries are good and fresh though

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    Excellent beer and whiskey, with equally good food. The onion rings melt in your mouth! Go to Ikea first and make this your second stop.

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