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    Irish Bred Pub

    3.8 (160 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Irish Pub
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Live music
    Casual
    Outdoor seating

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    Upstairs seating area
    Becky B.

    Visited on a Wednesday during Open Mic Night upstairs. Great vibes, comfortable seating. Service was fast and friendly. Ordered the pork schnitzel w champ potatoes and a side salad. House ranch and potatoes were excellent but the schnitzel was suuuuuper heavy on the peppercorn which was really disappointing because it would have been perfect with just the mushroom sauce.

    the notorious F.I.G

    loveeee it here! spinach dip is great, mash is great, egg rolls also great , drinks..... mannnnn a little rough. fig drink tastes more sugary than a coke other than that this shit gas

    Fish and chips
    Derek R.

    Me and wife came here for dinner while in downtown area. It was day before st Patrick's day and was pretty busy. Despite that we were seated promptly and the staff remained extremely friendly and helpful. I love shepherds pie so obviously that's my go to at Irish pubs but this time I opted for the vodka chicken they had. The wife went with the fish and chips I must say the vodka chicken was one of the best chicken dishes I've had. It was covered in a tomato vodka sauce and mozzarella cheese. Like a chicken parm. But man was it cooked and seasoned to perfection. I got the beer battered fries and asparagus as sides. The asparagus was again cooked and seasoned to perfection. The fries were also solid. The wife said her fish and chips were amazing as well. She said the fish was buttery and the batter was the best she's had on a fish and chips. She said no fishy taste at all. I decided to try it even though I do not like fish. I ended up finishing what she couldn't (it was a very big piece) which again shows how good it was since I despise fish. Not sure why it's not higher rated to be honest. I'd have to say the best Irish pub I've been to. Highly recommend.

    Reuben and beer battered fries
    Kristie S.

    They were busy but had a few empty tables. Bar was packed. They didn't want to sit me at a table because I was eating alone and I didn't want to eat at the packed bar. I asked if they serve the outside 2 person tables along 9th St. She said yes so I told her I would sit outside. Someone took me to a table and left me with a menu. I sat there maybe 10 minutes, thinking 5 more and I'm leaving. Just them a waitress came up and said, I noticed you sitting here so I checked to see if your table has anyone assigned and there isn't so I'm going to serve you if that's ok. She ended up being a great server but the hostess putting me out there without assigning someone to my table wasn't a good first experience. I got the Reuben sandwich and it was ok. Needed more sauerkraut.

    Vodka chicken with champ potatoes
    Denise S.

    The service was great! Thank you, Jen! Really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Spinach dip is really good. Do not miss the bread pudding! We split half of the pudding and had half put in a to go box so the portion was large! The vodka chicken is good. The restaurant is in an old building with exposed brick walls. Love the atmosphere!

    I have given this place too many chances over the years-not going here to eat again. The food is subpar at best- brown spots on fresh greens and steamed veggies, dry grits, and tough pork. And our last server was a doozy- it was as if she had never eaten in a restaurant. The choicest thing she asked was how I wanted my fish cooked? I ordered fish and chips!! I'm done.

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    Debi W.

    So disappointed. First the positive--our server was nice. But he wasn't efficient in the ways that count. We were seated by the same server since the hostess wasn't at the door when we arrived. This was our first time so we didn't know anything IBP had to offer. We even let our server know. He said to order according to our liking and we'd be happy. Wrong! We both got the shepherd's pie. It was served in foil to-go pans. It was mostly all mashed potatoes, a little bit of ground beef, a sprinkling of peas and carrots and no gravy! I keep moving my potatoes around to find the Guinness gravy mentioned on the menu and there was none. We waited for our server to come ask how our food was. When he did he was walking past our table on his way to another. We didn't answer him and he never came Back to ask why. At the end when he asked if we wanted to go boxes (even though it was served in to-go boxes) we told him there wasn't a lick of gravy in our pie. He responded, "really?" Ummm, yes, really! He came back saying he slapped the kitchen on the hand! Not helpful! He did take one pie off our ticket, but he had already ruined our nice evening out. As we left we noticed a completely different side of the pub--with cool lighting, cushioned booths and hopefully a different quality Of service. We are from out of town and were so very disappointed this was our last dinner in Opelika. If we lived here we wouldn't come back.

    Pork Schnitzel with Mushroom Sauce
    Julie D.

    We ate at the Auburn location of IBP for lunch today. They seated us in the bar area (only 2 other tables were occupied). From other reviews and our experience, don't sit in the bar section if you want best service. One of the 3 of us received a wrong order (server wrote the order wrong despite guest's clear, simple instructions to remove 1 item from a sandwich). Server never checked on us, but shift manager did and they got it fixed. Pictured here is the pork schnitzel I ordered which was surprisingly thick (like the cutlet was never pounded) and fried to an almost burnt stage. It was tasteless; the only thing that gave it flavor were the sauce and 1/4 cup of sauerkraut that came with it. Truly a poor schnitzel. Partner's Vodka Chicken was the best item - truly fresh and flavorful. IBP has great ambiance and I hear their supper experience is different. Approach lunch with caution.

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    Don T.

    Very cool pub restaurant in historic downtown Opelika. Great atmosphere, exceptional staff and superb food. The mussel plate appetizer and fish & chips are one of the best I've had! I definitely recommend you stop by when you're visiting historic downtown and sampling the plentiful pubs in downtown.

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    7 years ago

    Absolutely an amazing place to go with friends . Offers an amazing environment. Food is great and the staff is immaculate

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    Very nice. Robbie was an excellent server. Good for lunch. Great icy beer

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    11 years ago

    Great food and wonderful service. I had the fish and chips and I have to say the best I have had.

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    9 years ago

    Great atmosphere and awesome bartenders that help select something new and always good. Food consistently good. Fun place to relax

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    7 years ago

    The remodeling they've done is beautiful! The food is always delicious and their mixed drinks are fantastic! My favorite is the Irish belle.

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    14 years ago

    After a year in Alabama this is the only place I've found that has good food, and good drinks too!

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    9 years ago

    Good food, we had amazing service! Ask for Kathlene as your waitress, she was awesome. Cool environment and love the beer selection

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    11 years ago

    Really great food and nice environment . Food was a touch on the greasy side. Beautiful building as well.

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    15 years ago

    Fun atmosphere! Usually great food! It's a fun atmosphere to relax with friends or get crazy!

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    If you're visiting Senoia, Georgia, do yourself a favor and stop by Maguire's Irish Pub! This place…read moreis packed with history, great food, and an awesome atmosphere. One of the coolest things about it is that it was one of only two restaurants that were already open before The Walking Dead began filming in Senoia, making it a true local landmark. The food was delicious, the drinks were cold, and the service made us feel right at home. Whether you're a fan of The Walking Dead, exploring the town, or just looking for a fantastic meal, Maguire's delivers. It's incredibly family-friendly, which isn't always what you expect from an Irish pub, and the welcoming atmosphere makes it a place you'll want to come back to. A special shoutout to Sam, our server, who was absolutely amazing! His knowledge of the menu, the restaurant's history, and the local area made the entire experience even better. If you stop by, make sure you ask for Sam you'll be in great hands! Highly recommend stopping in for a meal and a pint while you're in town. @travelingfoodguys APPROVED!

    We stumbled across MaGuire's while spending the day exploring Senoia, and it ended up being one of…read moreour favorite stops! The chicken pot pie was excellent, the fries were crispy, and the beers were cold--exactly what we needed after walking around town. I also appreciated that the food wasn't over-seasoned. It was flavorful without being overwhelming, and adding a little salt and pepper to my own taste was perfect. The atmosphere is what really won me over. It has a cozy neighborhood pub feel with a welcoming basement-style setting that reminded me of Cheers. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, the restaurant was clean (including the bathrooms), and it felt like a place locals and visitors alike would enjoy. If you're in Senoia checking out The Walking Dead filming locations or discovering the town's other movie history, definitely make time to stop at MaGuire's. Grab a drink, have a bite to eat, and enjoy the atmosphere. It's absolutely worth the visit, and we'll be back whenever we're in the area again.

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