St. Patrick's Day was just a week away, so we stopped at Slainte, since traditional Irish fare…read moreisn't as widely available even in diverse Bay Area. Since I cannot find Irish Bangers at Trader Joe's the last few years, Irish Bangers and Mash with mushy peas is what I wanted but a full Irish Breakfast with Irish sausage, house cured rashers, black and white pudding, fried eggs, fried tomato, potato farl, Heinz beans is available all day and yes, even at 8 at night. I personally prefer the Irish Bangers and Mash over the Irish breakfast, but the one thing I loved was the Slainte lamb sliders to go with the with a Smithwicks Red Draft. One order is a perfect Wee bite or get two for a meal.

1st Star - AMAZING array of drinks, beers and by far has the best Guiness pour in town…read more2nd Star- Legit felt as a genuine Irish bar, great ambiance that brought me back to the streets of Galway and Limerick at the same time 3rd Star - The staff are some of the warmest, friendliest and welcoming of any bar, pub or spot in town 4th Star - Food is also just as amazing in breakfast or as a drink side dish 5th Star - MUSIC IS PEAK!!! And it always brings me to tears, this place is my go-to whenever I want to reinvigorate my soul and feel for a home that isn't even mine, yet I'll always be welcomed

Since coming back and having multiple positive experiences I want to update my review…read more The food here is really great and the server we had on Father's day took great care of us, (looked like he was rushing and short on staff), super friendly and the experience was great. I appreciate the vibe of this place a lot, I think the potential is there and with time will be a long time WC fave.

To their credit, the hostess and staff prove to be generally pleasant and helpful, but this joint's…read moreunderwhelming food offerings rate as passable at best and mediocre at worst: and we've tried all their entrees except the bangers and mashers. But BEWARE of that ridiculously atrocious Coffee and Donuts travesty in their inexcusably MIS-leading dessert menu! A handful of very SMALL sugar-coated doughy rings together with what at first glance looks like a miniature plastic coffee cup that turns out to be chocolate, supposedly, and partially filled with some nasty, bitter-tasting goup that's presumably the coffee. If you're expecting anything even remotely resembling Dunkin' or Krispy Kream donuts, much less a decent tasting cup of coffee, you're in for an incredibly RUDE disappointment. We can anticipate their lame excuse here and now: it's IRISH, not American coffee and donuts. Well, it sure as HECK is most definitely NOT! Okay, fine: just forget being Irish-centric, expecting everybody else on the planet to be privy to your bogus Coffee and Donuts, and print some cautionary and honest DISCLAIMER in some fine print beneath that ludicrous, extremely DIS-tasteful item to give unsuspecting customers some FAIR WARNING! It's called, Truth and Transparency!

This is a great local bar with solid beer selection! I came with some friends for St. Patrick's day…read moreand they had a full Irish Band playing at different times throughout the night. Great vibes and friendly staff! Their back room is also a great spot to chill and watch a game. Will definitely come back to watch some Warriors games!

McNally's It is our…read morelocal watering hole where everyone knows our name. Well, okay, everyone knows our greyhounds' names. A dog friendly place, McNally's is the perfect place to bring your furry best friends (and human ones). It is a mix of regular barflies and the occasional newbies. One time, an anti-dog lady came in with her date, ordered table martini service, took over our fireplace table, and no one was impressed. We started to come here more once they built the parklet during the pandemic. They also promoted their cocktails at this time. We would sit outside with dogs and friends and came to love the casual lowkey location. There is a large room in the back that we made the mistake of sitting in once. Great if you have a group, but cold and dorm community room feel vs the comfortable bar feel of the front area. There is also a backyard nook along the side of the building for smokers or those that want to watch dvds. They have darts, which i was surprised to see someone actually play once, a small pool table with a special name that escapes me, and a jukebox that you can pay for songs. We usually patronize in the earlier hours and Alfred is our bartender. He knows peoples' orders before they order it and lets us tend the fireplace on cold days. He has treats and water for the dogs. You can pay cash or credit card here which adds to the appeal over two other bars in the area that are cash only. There is one female and one male restroom on the back wall. The female one is always clean but the swinging door sticks. Don't make the mistake of waiting as you probably just have to push it in harder. We prefer the fireplace table if it's a cold day out (otherwise the corner booth in the parklet) as it's easy to park the dogs there, eat the burrito you brought in, absorb the fire rays, watch the games, and conversate with your friends in a circle. We usually have more friends than fit the table but we spread out around the nucleus. The corner table is also great if they have the overhead lamp turned off. Otherwise it's harsh in your eyeballs. There are several televisions so you can get a good view of whatever sports is on wherever you are sitting. Lots of stools and just a few regular chairs. They do have special events from time to time and you have to look out for flyers on their door or the occasional social media post. I am counting down the days to saint Patrick's day, which they do also on their countdown sign over the bar. Neighborhood parking is free or street parking is free after 6pm, all day Sunday and holidays. You can also park at the library around the corner, it's considered street parking. There are several eateries to take out food and bring in to McNally's. There's a trash can near the door or the main bins are on the side of the building. If you forgot a utensil, ask at the bar, they may have it for you. Food wise they only offer potato chips for purchase.

They have the BEST food in San Rafael. When we walked in another patron told my husband, "You'll…read morenever have a bad meal here" and he was absolutely right. We enjoyed the jumbo pub wings in the jerk dry rub and sweet chili flavors, a rueben sandwich with hand cut fries, and a burren burger with hand cut fries. Our favorites were the wings and the hand cut fries, but the sandwich and burger are solid options. We visited during a world cup soccer game and the atmosphere was that of a pub or sports bar with lively cheering fans and regulars. I highly recommend trying it if you're in the area.

A nice Irish bar, and wow! the staff was actually Irish. I had a spice bag, which was breaded…read morechicken tenders (basically) with fries and sauteed onions and fresh jalapeños. It was tossed in a curry sauce and served in a paper bag (but they gave me a plate too), and a side of more curry sauce. There was a crazy amount of food in the bag. I couldn't even eat half of it before I was stuffed. I made a comment to the waitress, and she said they have big servings there. While the food was good, I did think it was way too much, which I couldn't even take with me because I was going to the movies and then taking the train home. I wish establishments like these served less food, and lowered the prices. The spice bag was $23 or $25. If you're not a big eater, or not super hungry, you might share a plate rather then get two entrees. Ask how much food you'll get.

Tonight Murphy's did something truly legendary. In a small…read moreroom called a "Snug" at Murphy's restaurant, Spike Sikes, amazing violinist Candi and great bass player Ben, put on an intimate concert for about 20 of us. The event was going to be limited to 35 people, but I don't think there was much advertising because there were only about 20 of us. I truly had no idea that DANCE PARTY Spike, known for his great Hot Cakes band, is an incredible singer, song writer and performer of the highest caliber. It was a 2.5 hour performance with one intermission. Murphy's is having 4 of these special performances in April. I can't speak to any of the other performers that will be there other than the one I just watched, but it was truly magical! I also enjoyed one of Murphy's True Irish Martinis! Well done Murphy's, and thank you Spike and company!

Came in on a Monday around 1:30pm. We got to seat ourself in the patio area. Immediately after we…read moresat down, The server (looked like the bartender) came out and brought us water. (He spilled it all over the table wiped it up and left). We waited about 15 minutes and he never came back and we could see him at the bar. So we had to leave as we had another appointment that we could not be late to getting there.

I'm not much of a beer drinker and wanted something that tasted good, not something that'll just…read moreget me drunk since I wanted to be functional. The bartender was really helpful and made a recommendation that helped my decision. I was here to watch some soccer. I was constantly being checked on by staff. They were very pleasant. I didn't know this spot had food until I was on my way out. I have to try the food next time!

WORLD CUP LUNCH: PAID TOO MUCH FOR LITTLE FOOD…read more After watching US defeat Australia at San Pedro Square Market I decided to come to O'Flaherty's Irish Pub for beer and food prior to the Morocco-Scotland game. Seeing the Scottish drinking Boston dry I wish Scotland had played some of their games at Levi's Stadium. The closest thing to experience the Scottish atmosphere was this Irish pub. I was disappointed when I looked at the food menu and did not list corned beef tacos as stated on the website. Also the food menu listed only five items. I ordered fries and chicken wings. For beer I selected Smithwick's Irish Red Ale. The beer was refreshing however I paid too much for the price of food given the portion provided. The fries were crispy but paying for a basket of fries for $10 I expected the portion to be bigger. I will say the chicken wings were slightly crispy on the outside but most of all juicy inside. My pet peeve is when fried chicken wings are dry. Yet I paid over $18 for chicken wings. I thought I would get a dozen of wings; I only got five wings. For $18 I could have gone the deli section at the grocery store to get eight or ten pieces of fried chicken. Overall the Smithwick's was soothing but given the prices of food especially during a World Cup watch party there should have been more items listed on the food menu.

We stopped by Johnny Foley's Irish House late at night and decided to take a chance, and we're so…read moreglad we did! We headed to the main bar upstairs and had a fantastic time. There was live entertainment, plenty of seating, and a fun, lively atmosphere that made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. We didn't eat, but we really enjoyed our drinks and the overall vibe. The staff was incredible from start to finish. A special shoutout to the doorman, who welcomed us, let us know they were open late, and told us about the live entertainment upstairs. That friendly recommendation made all the difference. If you're looking for a fun night out in San Francisco, Johnny Foley's is definitely worth a visit!

Great place to visit while in SF as the interior immediately stands out with its classic Irish pub…read moreatmosphere, historic charm, and elegant old-world details. The high decorative ceilings, stained glass accents, dark wood finishes, vintage-style lighting, and unique artwork throughout the restaurant give the place a warm and authentic feel. It feels like stepping into a historic Irish gathering spot right in the middle of San Francisco. The inside has plenty of character, with cozy booths, classic pub seating, and a spacious layout that somehow still feels intimate and welcoming. The décor and atmosphere alone make this place worth visiting, whether you're there for drinks, dinner, or simply to take in the ambiance. The food definitely lived up to the setting. I ordered the beer-battered fish and chips, and they were excellent. The fish was flaky and fresh with a crispy, golden batter that had great flavor without feeling too greasy or heavy. The fries paired well with the dish, and the tartar sauce added a nice finishing touch. I also tried the loaded potato skins, which were packed with cheese, bacon, sour cream, and green onions--flavorful and a great appetizer to share. Service was friendly and attentive, and everything came out hot and fresh. Between the quality food, generous portions, and one of the most unique interiors I've seen in San Francisco, Johnny Foley's Irish House is absolutely worth stopping by. A great combination of atmosphere, comfort food, and classic Irish pub charm.

Go! The food here is good…read more It's pretty low key place with people just hanging out with friends. Unlike most bars and pubs, they are well lit and spacious. The bathrooms are clean. There's a room where you can host a party/gathering at. Their mushy peas has an interesting texture. I don't normally like peas, but ate about half of the serving. Fish & chips was a good portion. Chips are done nicely. Fish was perfectly fried. Crispy on the outside with tender inside. Bangers and mash came with green beans and mushroom gravy. The dish was quite rich and tasty.

They have Irish seisiun music Sundays 6-8pm, except when there is a major game. They have 5 big…read moreTVs. - 5/5: The buffalo wings are great, with real bleu cheese dipping sauce. Small size is 4 for $10. - 4/5: The cottage pie is good. The ground beef could use some veggie bits. $22 - 3/5: The rosemary honey sour is an OK whiskey sour. $14

I don't know why it took us so long to visit Molly O's. Probably cuz we don't drink much, we…read morehaven't really thought to walk in here but I can confirm this place is great for non-drinkers too! We came for lunch and was super impressed. The space is beautiful with free, easy street parking in the area. The vibe is casual and friendly. The food is reasonably priced and good. The two of us shared a shepherds pie and a fish & chip. The shepherds pie was flavorful and comforting. The fish tasted fresh and the beer batter was delicious. Even the fries were extra yummy; it probably has something to do with the light batter and freshness of the ingredients. Aside from Guinness on tap, they've got lots of delicious drinks too. The owner, Oliver, had taken our order. He was friendly and down-to-earth; we enjoyed chatting with him. He shared the restaurant is named after his grandma, Molly, who stops by from time to time too. It's a sister restaurant to his parent's place Fiddler's Green in Millbrae, which has been opened for 35 years. We'll definitely be back!

Nice Irish pub downtown San Carlos. Many tempting items to choose from…read more I got the regular fish and chips with 3 Fillets steak. Fries cold slaw and I also got a Diet Coke Service here is wonderful They have upstairs and downstairs dining. I sat downstairs Food was delicious. There is street parking and a parking lot down the street

Lounge 3411 is more than just a karaoke bar; it is a space where participation, music, and a…read moregrounded local culture create a sense of belonging that allows people across generations to connect in ways that challenge typical generational differences. You come here and experience "The Town", but so much more. It's relaxed, drama-free, with cheap drinks wrapped in a safe, happy evening. It's a space dominated by people of color, but it welcomes everyone. Even if you are pregaming before the club, this is the one. Don't be shy, step up to the mic with a song, and join the community. I have to tip my hat off to this one.

Great ambiance. Very good jazz and blues on Saturday night with the open mike. The bartenders are…read morevery nice and aim to please.