Came for trivia last night, great host and the ambiance was perfect. The food and drinks are great and not too expensive. Food portions are huge! The service however is a completely different story. 2 bartenders for the entire place, they were busy (not surprising) and just waiting to get a menu took a long time. One bartender was pretty polite, but the other one seemed annoyed whenever I asked for anything, food OR drinks. He was rude to me and my entire party (they brought it up once I pointed out his behavior). Very condescending and sarcastic little comments when trying to order a simple drink. Not sure if I'd go back. read more

This is an update. Came in on Sat @ 2p, place was already crowded. Got their regular Pub Cheeseburger, but there was nothing regular about it. It was OUTSTANDING. The patty was at least 1/2 lb and fresh. The bun was a brioche and you can choose from cheddar (real cheddar not Kraft slices), pepper jack, & Swiss. The lettuce was crisp and the red onions were actually sweet. The salt & pepper fries were fresh like at In & Out only BETTER. Burger is served with fries and costs $10.50. I kid you not, it was a gourmet burger and worth every penny. Service was fast. Got Stella Artois on tap for only $5.50 for a 16oz pour. The cook is really an unsung hero. No matter what you order he does not disappoint. Jessica the bartender is always a blast. PIP=good food, good beer, good service. So why aren't you there now?! read more

I grew up in Poway. Loved Coming here with all my Poway friends, mostly locals for 15 years maybe more. I Recommended a Co-worker to go with his friends to The Poway irish pub, When they got there it was CLOSED at 12:35am on 10/11/23. I myself today on 10/12 went there at 12:35am to see if they were open cause YELP AND GOOGLE says that they are open till 2:00am...............This place gone downhill or what. When I got there 2 drunk couple in a Tundra was in front of the pub with some hispanic chick with a baby blue backpack, I kindly asked if they were open, the blonde passenger in the Tundra said it was open and the hispanic chick said it was not. I raised my voice and asked if it was open and they said yes and tip them well please like 20 bucks the Blonde drunk passenger said. I asked ok I know this place and I tried pulling the door and it was closed. Stupid drunk blonde and hispanic chick are just damn rude and disrespectful. Great Drunk locals you keep around in front of the Pub. This place was fun once upon a time. Now it's just drunk rude locals that love to hangout at after hours in front of the pub. When I was walking back to my car a person in a black hoodie came out of the Pub that was closed and i asked nicely why the Pub isn't open till 2:00am??? and he said hes not the owner. Looks like a hangout spot for the owners friends.....who knows. Atleast change your Closing times on Google and Yelp accordingly so theres NO Confusion. I ended up going to the Irish pub in Carmel Mountain which was open till 2am. Good Beer too I totally recommend for a late night beer after 12:45am. Not being open when Google maps and Yelp said they are open till 2am........If it's because of too many accidents on the 67 I totally understand. Just save people not wasting their time coming to a pub that is supposed to be open till 2am isn't. Usually I do not write something like this but in this case it needed to be escalated. Great Pub in the day time though! read more

Came to hang out and grab some food and beers with some friends but the place was so dark you couldn't see anything and the music so loud you couldn't hear the person talking right next to you. We ended up leaving and going somewhere else. Disappointing. read more

Today I wanted to try Irish food so I came here to this pub for some semi authentic cuisine. I ordered a Grilled Corn Beef Sandwich on Rye that came with a side of chips and I also ordered the famous Paddy Balls which came with sides of ranch and chipotle dressing. Everything was actually really good! I came in with lower expectations simply because Irish food is one of the more blander food cultures in the world, but I was really taken back by the Paddy Balls, wow! I also tried Corn Beef for the first time ever and I thought it wasn't as bad as I thought. Prices were a little high here but I guess that's expected for a Pub. Definitely a cool spot to hit up for Pub food! read more

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I stopped in for lunch. Excellent food and the atmosphere is divey. It's a pub. You like it or you don't. I will go back since the food was pretty good and perfect for an unrushed lunch. read more

This is not an Irish Pub. I emailed the place because I wanted to celebrate my 40th years old, on Wednesday, and I asked if they had a live band, and they said "no, but on Wednesdays we have - Name that tune - a very fun game from 7-9pm" so I decided to give it a try. I invite a couple of friends and I arrived there at 6h30p. I got in shocked when I entered the place: it was playing Rap/Hip Hop songs VERY LOUD (really - I cant stand this music style - but because I thought this was an Irish Pub, they would play some kind of rock n roll?). My husband and I sat in a table (it was dirty, but the other table was also dirty so...)... the place was empty, around 8/9 people there.... I saw a girl with the place shirt drinking at the bar, I believe it was a waitress, but in 20 min - no one - no one - came to serve or talk to us. After that, a guy screams from the bar "Hey, are you waiting for someone?" . I felt extremely weird. We said, yes a couple of friends. After 20 minutes finally the guy turn off the loud hip hop and the music was better. We got up and pick the menu at the bar and .... really, a sandwich $14? Well my friends arrived at 7p, and we waited for more 15 min. No one. No "game". Nothing. So we left and went to another place. I have been to Irish Pubs, and I can say, this was the most unfriendly pub I have ever been. We were in 4 people, and that was our first time there - and maybe the last (I hope no - I hope something change - that is the reason of this long review). read more

Love this place. Only complaint is the music is sooooooo loud. Food is great, service is great.

Came here for a birthday celebration...sat down. Was there for 10 min with no acknowledgment. Noted 5 people behind the bar. We decided to leave due to poor service....guess the main area outside the bar isn't important. No worries, we will find another place to spend our money! read more

My first time trying food at the Irish Pub. It's a dive bar but that doesn't bother me. A friendly bartender took my phone order to-go and I was told a 15-20 minute pick up time; it ended up being more like 35 minutes, so I just waited more...even though it was only 2pm and not busy. I got home and the Pub Cheeseburger wasn't very good. The cook forgot the bacon that I paid extra for...and the cheese. (*Note - Customers hate that when that happens). I love burgers but this one was a real disappointment, dry with no condiments. The Onion Rings were good and crunchy. The Fish & Chips were fantastic! Huge flakey cod fish filets that actually had flavor. I'll go back but just for the Fish & Chips even though the fries were soggy. read more

I freaking love this place as many times has the red necks have try and kick me out I keep coming back, lol!. The owner is freaking chill bar tenders are sexy and freaky cool personality's they make me feel like family. read more

Poway's Irish Pub - space dust - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

Fantastic fish and chips. A single order feeds two. Good service. 3 stars only because the music was deafening. Can't really hold a conversation indoors. read more

Bad customer service guaranteed. Called here 3:45pm Sept 3rd. 2021. Was gona bring 20 friends here tonite but the chic that answered the phone jus ruins it for this place. Said she doesn't know what time they close, what band, if u havto wear masks, etc. All she knew is what TIME she gets off. Wth. Im headed to Kellys Pub now. What a shame it is for this business. Wil tell all my friends in Poway and Scripps Ranch. Rediculous employee. read more

Such good service! I mean every person that works there is so on top of it. Such a friendly staff. Every time I have been everyone is so warm & welcoming. Great bands every Friday & Saturday night. read more

It's a really nice place I hope what I heard about the lease being lost is not true. It's a whose who of poway. I've had the best memories here especially with the live band on Saturday nights . There is no telling who you can meet here. I've never tried the food but the beers are great. My favorite was when I met a special girl here almost half my age and I'm never going to forget her and of course the after party at the best western read more

Luck of the Irish wasn't with us at this place. The $10 cover charge to get in on St. Patrick's Day really chapped my ass! With everything that was going on, they weren't serving their regular menu. So we didn't get to try the shepherd's pie tacos, corned beef quesadillas, Irish dip, Dublin burger, or paddy balls (fried mashed potatoes​). That stuff was the main reason why we went here. Whoever heard of Celtic hot dogs? Ended up settling for regular shepherd's pie and grilled corned beef on rye. They were still surprisingly scrumptious. Their fries, er chips, were certainly better than expected. High marks for that. For drinks, a dark and stormy was on my mind, but I thought I should get something green. Thankfully they had Midori and I was able to get a melon ball. Manhattans were out of the question because they didn't have any vermouth. What kind of bar has absolutely no vermouth?! At least we got some of those plastic bead necklaces like the ones they wear at Mardi Gras, except with shamrocks on them. read more

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I called in an order for fish and chips and a small Caesar salad to go. As I arrived 10 minutes the order was waiting for me. There were two large pieces of delicious cod, the fries were a little soggy but crisped up quickly in the frying pan, and the salad was crisp and tasty. $20!! This is my go to for fish and chips! read more

The service sucks here and the staff is rude. The food is good and came out pretty quick, but good lucky trying to order a drink or asking what's good because they don't even know. This is probably the worse bar in all of San Diego. read more

Really enjoyed myself here last night. Justin the server was wonderful and made sure he got to know you. He kept checking in and making sure we were good even though the bar was packed. Would highly suggest this place for some games of pool, drinks, and food. Small, local and great music!! read more

Poway's Irish Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

Really terrible meal tonight. Halfway through my hamburger I bit into something that felt like sand. Don't know if it was from the hamburg or what, but that was the end of dinner. The meat also had a lot of gristle. When I told the waitress about the hamburger her only comment was in the six years she has worked there no one has ever complained about the hamburger. So I guess I was imagining it? Also the patio is full of smokers so if you're looking to sit outside in the fresh air you won't be. read more

Best atmosphere, food and drink in all of Poway. Customer for 3 years and my wife and I love it. Lots of locals and a good mix of visitors makes this place fun. Rob the owner brings in awesome live bands on the weekends. You must try the Rodeo burger. Hands down the best burger in ALL San Diego! read more

Poway's Irish Pub - Main bar Poway Irish Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

The food was fantastic and the service was excellent. We stopped by after going to the shooting range and were not disappointed!

Very fun, cool bar. Awesome music, fun crowd, had a great time dancing last night to Hot Stone Meat Party band. Justin, I think the manager, was working his a** off all night, serving, clearing tables, making sure everyone was happy, helping with crowd control, he was outstanding. Shout out to Justin. We will definitely be back. read more

Rob and crew. Hope you are all hanging in there during this CV bullshit. We miss the bar, we miss the people, we miss the staff. Hang in there and we will see you soon. Stay positive and can't wait to see you all. Best to Rob, Chris, Justin, Jess and Dan and the rest. For some reason your alcohol taste better than mine. Sincerely, Mark read more

Poway's Irish Pub - Salmon fishing in Alaska - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

Somewhat unassuming dive ish bar on the main drag of Poway. It's the kind of place you go to if you have no bar to call home. Not full of a bunch of strangers. Locals, but not regulars. The patio is curbside where most bars due to noise and disturbance the patio is in the back. You might be confused about the front door situation. There are 2 very close together. The first few times I came here was either day time or just off work up the road, but you'd always be able to find a few people inside it's never really dead. The last few times I've come on a Sunday and Monday night and it was packed. I usually come underdressed in gym clothes or lately overdressed it's a t-shirt and jeans kinda of place. A normal amount of taps with expected variety, pricing is about what a dive ish bar would cost. They ID here, so don't be surprised. A funky looking orange felted pool table they have 2, but only 1 looks out of place. The classic low hanging lighting and bathrooms at the near end. Plenty of tables and some outdoor seating they have that washer toss in the back that can get annoying from the CLANG, but it's usually drowned out a bit by the ambient bar noise. Going against my rule I've actually eaten here. Just appetizers, but be warned the Irish Nacho's have refried beans which as we all know is a staple to the traditional Irish diet. Potato planks seem more fried than baked. I feel pretty comfortable here, but it takes a lot for me to feel uncomfortable at a bar. I kind of wish they had a fire pit though. The bartenders are pretty good and since most people drink beer here it makes all of our lives a little easier. They could use a little weed wacking in the back as the shrubbery is invading the patio space. It's well lit and especially during sunset you get this great ambient glow from the hills. read more

I've been here several times and always enjoyed the drinks. Today we were told we had to order food with our drinks and show proof that we had masks. No problem. We were hungry anyway. We sat at the bar and ordered a cheeseburger and the Pub Dip. The burger was so overcooked, it was absolutely inedible. The dip was a French roll with ground meat which tasted like it came out of the microwave. No cheese. The bartender is sweet and she brought me some horseradish. The Au Jous tasted like dishwater. The fries were also overcooked and so doused with salt and pepper, we left them uneaten. It's probably the worst meal I've had since moving to Poway and it's definitely not worth the inflated prices. Disappointed. read more

I would give our server a 5-star review, however, the food was mediocre. This is a loud place and conversation is difficult. Very disappointing. read more

It's an Irish pub but not really Irish in Poway... The food is absolutely fantastic! Can't get enough of it. They have many beers on tap and their happy hour is good. The staff is very nice and they have trivia on Thursdays. The only negative I have about the place is the people. Some of the regulars isn't my crowd. read more

Poway's Irish Pub - Trivia!!! - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

So much fun!! Live music, friendly service, great crowd the outdoor patio is snug but lively. There's pool tables in the back which is cool too read more

My friend and I were really hoping to enjoy this place, based on many of the reviews. Unfortunately, we were pretty disappointed. We arrived around 6pm on a Friday night. The establishment was very small and felt cramped and the music playing was SO LOUD. It wasn't crowed at all, so my friend and I took a seat thinking we'd just ask them to turn the volume down a bit when our order was taken. No on ever came over to check on us or even acknowledge we were there. We couldn't hear each other talk it was so bad. We left and went to Mainstream. Much better. read more

Love this place! Came in as a random spot for lunch and it was amazing!!! Its a bar but there are tables you can order from their kitchen menu! The food is fabulous, drinks are amazing, great portions for a cheap price! Love this little cute Irish pub, that looks like the name! I love it! read more

Was really looking forward to having a local water hole...this was far from it. This place was absolutely filthy. Service was horrible and people were hammered drunk when we walked in EARLY afternoon. Took a glance at the menu, was hoping for the best; but the bad company and filth drove us out. read more

Three fights, absolute chaos you can't get a drink this place has gone way downhill!!!! read more

Poway's Irish Pub - a barbie doll holding a shrimp - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

Best in Town Amazing live music Staff on it... Try the fish n chips... Always packed with friendly folks My watering hole #RomoFan read more

Poway's Irish Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

I visited on a Tuesday night in January. It was very dead and there was no music which made the ambiance very odd. Cheap drinks though.

Oldie but goodie!!! Nice and friendly service. Food is so good, even better than in restaurant! read more

Poway's Irish Pub - Irish Pub Near Me - Poway, California

Fun place with great music. Great service and fantastic drinks . Perfect place to have few drinks and dance your heart out.

There are no fights here what are they taking about. A little hard to get a drink sometimes but band is always good it seems. Food good and drinks are strong. Bald headed dude pretty cool - Justin. read more

I work up the street from this place and have used it several times for going away parties and what not. It serves its purpose, good place for cheap drinks. Getting good drinks fast will depend on which side of the bed you catch the bartenders. Don't get all excited about food either. There are better places closer but you will pay the price. read more

Sat at a table for 10 minutes and not one word from the bartender was said to me not can I help you or would you like anything. Ashley is lazy and clearly doesn't like her job. read more