Very good dip, good ambience, and some delicious Guinness I'd love this to be a place near home...

I came in for lunch after a flight, hungry and just wanting a god crab cake. I trusted the bartender that their crab cakes were good and I will tell you, it was delicious. It was a bit on the small size but it was all I needed. I had a few others while in Baltimore but the one here, was really good!! read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - CRAB CAKE - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Great spot! We were sat immediately and the bar was pretty full. They had live music, a nice ambiance and service was quick. Candace was our server and she was so great! Everything we ate tasted good - Mashed potatoes were super good. read more

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This was such a great choice for lunch! Our waitress, Brittany, was so great! She was attentive and knowledgeable, with great recommendations for food and drinks! I love a Moscow mule, and really enjoyed the version of a mule that Brittany recommended. I didn't even look at the menu, so I can't remember the name. It was very refreshing! My husband had an Irish coffee and enjoyed the midday pick-me-up choice. For lunch, I had to have the crab cake! It was, without a question, the BEST crab cake I've had in recent memory. Minimal flavor, lump crab, seasoned just right that I could still savor the authentic taste of the crab cake. The fries were also great! I'm not a big salad person, so I didn't eat much of the cucumber salad, but it was a typical garden salad. My husband's Rueben was HUGE! He really enjoyed it. 5 STARS! The service. The patio seating. The food. Loved all of it! We actually almost went back for Happy Hour! Can't wait to try this place again! read more

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Stop by to the pub for a elite, at 9 PM dinner, one night after a major convention and thought overall it was good. Standard pub fare. I had the corned beef Reuben and it didn't feel homemade. The corned beef was a little tough it could've been more flavorful, but it was serviceable. However, the salad was a revelation. We had an arugula with goat cheese, and it was so fresh and amazing. It was really the highlight! Service was wonderful. Our waiter was exceptional, despite the fact that he was covering a huge section by himself. They have live music, which is always a plus. But if one wants something quieter, they have a side atrium room that serves just as well. read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - The last of my delicious arugula and goat cheese salad. A hit! - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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The food was excellent. We shared Guinness Stew and Brown Bread which is baked on the premises. When I got the bill there was a 3% facility fee. What is that! The waiter took it off the bill but I can't stand when restaurants nickel and dime you with these fees. . read more

I was staying at a hotel right across the street and after a long day, I wandered over to The James Joyce Irish Pub around 10 or 11 p.m. looking for a late dinner and a cocktail or two. It turned out to be the perfect decision. I grabbed a seat at the bar and was welcomed by the lively, cozy atmosphere. There was live music playing that night, and when I sat down, the band was on intermission, so the speakers filled the room with upbeat 80s R&B, rock, and pop. It created such a fun vibe, nostalgic, energetic, and just what I needed to unwind. I ordered the Volta cocktail and ended up having two. It was perfectly balanced, wonderfully made, and had just the right kick. For food, I went with a classic: fish and chips. Let me tell you, I could have eaten just the fries and tartar sauce by themselves. That's how flavorful and delicious they were. The fish was fried to absolute perfection, crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside. Everything hit the spot. If you're ever in the Harbor East area, especially staying nearby, don't sleep on this spot. Late night comfort, great drinks, and solid vibes. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Baltimore. read more

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Great Irish pub and restaurant just round the corner from Marriott Waterfront in Baltimore. Ryan recommended me Baltimore crab cake, which was fantastic - I would say, the most delicious of all the ones I have tasted up to now. Friendly service and vivid pub ambiance. I would come back here to check out also some of the other menu items such as stuffed lamb leg. read more

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This was our second time at this restaurant. It comes in clutch when it's late night, and they're the only ones serving real food. They had some live music playing that night which added to the fun vibe. Our waiters were pretty flexible and quick to respond. The food was good; not much stood out, but nothing to complain about either. We would go again. read more

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Great old Irish pub bartenders very friendly and helpful ! They said all wood from Ireland that's pretty cool. As you can tell I love French onion soup so am I biased it was sweet and savior and the cheese was awesome!!! I need this back in Chicago delicious. I wish I could try other dishes I am watching them come out they look delicious. I am fluffy but can't eat that much sorry. The inside is pretty cool all old wood and super clean. I would come back actually I am Tomorrow for the fish chips. So tomorrow same bat time same bat channel. read more

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As a long time shepherds pie connoisseur I had to stop by. The staff was very accommodating, moving tables for our larger party. The vibes are giving the right amount of Irish pub and the menu is well curated. Well, how's the pie you might ask. Was it magical, everything I hoped and dreamed it would be? Almost. I prefer a more minced beef but the flavors delivered. The portion sizes are huge, so be mindful when ordering. Drinks are mixed well, you can order off the menu with no issues. Overall great spot. read more

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We had a great dining experience while visiting Baltimore. We have always enjoyed Irish pubs during our travels and this one did not disappoint; located across the street from the Hilton Garden Inn, which was very convenient walking distance. The food service and ambience was excellent. I enjoyed a wedge salad with a Maryland crab cake. My husband had bangers and mash. Value for your money. read more

The French onion soup is incredible!!! Great atmosphere and people. Thanks to our server Steven! Would definitely recommend coming here!!!

Finding a parking spot on the street outside will be tough but if one likes Irish pub food with live music, coming here will be worth it. When Diane and I entered late at night after driving to Dover, Delaware and back, we were greeted by two men strumming guitars onstage while singing Irish ballads. Both very hungry, we settled into the chairs at the dining table we were assigned; swiftly ordered food; and soon afterward I gobbled down four halves of zesty Irish Deviled Eggs with Red Wine Vinaigrette. Then we both made quick work of our individual orders of Fish & Chips, made with great Hake couched inside a battered crust that held in the heat. The Fries were also excellent. And we received friendly and very competent service from our server, Hilary P. read more

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I came here for dinner last night and LOVED it! Authentic Irish pub food and drinks! I got the crab cake which was absolutely delicious and the broccoli side was perfect! My friend got the roast beef dip and the portion was massive but the sandwich was delicious as well! Staff and resturaunt were wonderfully friendly, organized and clean! Definitely a must visit when in the harbor! read more

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What a fun Irish restaurant in Harbor East! We stopped in for dinner and had the best time and the food was good also! Staff were friendly from host to server to the live band that came on. We tried the Irish Beer Flight which was a fun way to taste all 4 of their Irish brews. The scotch egg was amazing, savory and paired well with the tangy frisée salad. The wedge salad is HUGE and our server recommended the blackened chicken which was yummy. Oysters were also delicious and we got the French onion soup and that was great also. No misses on food or drink here! read more

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Ended up here on a beautiful spring night after an event on The Constellation at the Inner Harbor. It was late on a Tuesday night, but this place was packed! I had not been here since Atlas took it over and, boy, could I tell a difference in the atmosphere, cuisine and service. Excellent experience all around. The Fish n Chips with Fries was delicious, as was the whiskey flight. Exceptional service. I cannot remember her name, but she was extremely attentive and friendly. I will definitely return here in the future. Those Fish n Chips are already summoning me back. Yummers! read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed James Joyce! From the live music to the great food and drinks, it's a great spot to relax and unwind with friends and family. Service was spot on too, they went above and beyond to snag us a larger table when more people decided to join us. They also displayed perfect timing for topping off drinks and checking it on what we needed. 10/10 I highly recommend! read more

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A group of colleagues and I visited James Joyce for a happy hour. Because there was going to be 8 of us, the hostess sat us at a table near the front windows. The Pub had great atmosphere and was very welcoming. We were disappointed when the waitress informed us that happy hour specials only applied to customers at the bar, so all of our orders at the table were ineligible for the discount - which defeated the purpose of going here for happy hour. The restaurant also applied an automatic 20% gratuity since we were a group of 8, which is fine since the service was acceptable, but I felt like every approach was intended to make me spend as much money as possible. The food was really good. I had the "chicken fingers" and fries which cost $19 and was one of the more affordable options on the menu. I Also had two tall rum and diet cokes throughout the course of our stay. My total bill for two rum and cokes, the chicken fingers and fries, and the 20% gratuity was $57. James Joyce was nice and the staff and manager were friendly, but it was extremely expensive for a happy hour. I'll be more cognizant of the price the next time I visit this pub. read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - Menu 3/24/25 - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Here's all I need to say- I have gotten a Guiness at half the bars in this damn city and they've never looked like the one I added here. If somebody named Elle is behind the bar don't even hesitate and see for yourself. Also sneaky some of the better wings I've had in Baltimore which caught me off guard since I figured they'd be the same as all the other Atlas restaraunts. read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I'm very impressed with the delicious food, the bartender's confident management of the bar, the intimate coziness of the decor, all of which makes me look forward to going there again. I ordered the Scotch Eggs, the most amazing appetizer I have enjoyed in a long time, as well as the Irish Point Oysters. These were deliciously fresh and well loved. Our lovely bartender was Sondra, who made a perfect top shelf bourbon Old Fashioned for my partner and a straight up Drambuie for me. I highly recommend James Joyce Pub in Baltimore for the very personable service and irresistible food! read more

This place was absolutely amazing. We wanted something lite to eat. Ordered the Iceberg wedge salad and the old bay grilled peel and eat shrimp. Both were delicious. We also ordered a couple of cocktails, the Volta and the Dublin 12 mule. They tasted so good. Service was great. There was live music...this is a good place to meet friends and family for good food and drinks. read more

It was early and there is a Oriels Game in town yesterday. This is why that empty..: Normally when ı walk through by pub it's always fun, nice musics and nice people inside! Soup and salad was ok, burger was pretty tasty. Fries was perfect! Service, was good! Only price was high than I expected. When ı check best burger near me, James Joyce is the first row. read more

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I've come here several times with my husband while on staycation and the food, drinks, and ambiance have never disappointed us! Such a good time with great service! Lauren, John, Kiran, and Sam are the best!!! read more

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Loved the outside seating Expensive prices Good food options Wish they had more options BEST Reuben ever!!! read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - REUBEN - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Early dinner. Busy but not crazy..food was good but slow in arriving. Service was ok but slow as well.

Cozy Irish bar. Will/Felicia guided us through the menu and made phenomenal suggestions. I'll dream about this cheese dip tonight. Fish and chips were amazing- and the French onion soup? STOP. read more

Amazing classic Irish ambiance and great service! Our food was solid. The apps were excellent and our sandwiches were delicious. Great Irish pub - highly recommend. read more

The food was amazing and the service was great too. I ordered the servers recommendation which was the beef stew and it was so tender and full of flavor. 10/10 for me read more

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One of the more casual Atlas restaurants around the area but still quite good. I first came for drinks one night with friends several months ago which was fun as they had a live band playing that night. It seems they have bands playing most nights from the few times I've walked by. This review is for my last visit. I sat at the bar and was greeted by the bartender - David. I ordered their happy hour cocktail which was gin based. It was pretty strong but quite good. For food, I ordered their Steamed Mussels and Scotch Egg. There were plenty of mussels and the wine lemon butter jus was so good. I soaked my bread in it savoring the jus. It was my first time trying a Scotch Egg but it was quite good. It was crunchy and flavorful as it was. David was attentive and made good drinks for me. It's a casual Irish pub with fun vibes. Nothing fancy but overall, quite good bar food. Friendly staff and the nights seem to get lively with bands which I will have to come check out again. read more

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I stopped by late on a Thursday evening for a bite to eat because I was hungry. Average noise level for a pub with TVs playing sports. The staff are attentive and nice. I ordered the honey Old Bay wings with a side of ranch, along with a black truffle grilled cheese and fries. I couldn't decide on a cocktail, so I stuck with water. The food was so good. The wings were fried to a perfect crisp and evenly coated with honey Old Bay. The grilled cheese had the perfect cheese pull, and the fries were nice and crispy. It was so good that I'll definitely be going back to make sure it wasn't just my hunger talking. Ten out of ten--definitely recommend. read more

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I drive past James Joyce everyday on my way back from work and always see people inside having a great time. After going for the first time, I truly understand why! We got seated quickly into a big booth, good view of many screens to watch the O's game. Our server checked in on us a lot and offered suggestions for drinks. The mule was ok but I want to come back to try some of the other drinks! The grilled cheese was DIVINE, so crispy and chewy at the same time and black truffle gave it a little something extra. The tomato soup was more like a bisque which is what I prefer with grilled cheese on a rainy day! The fries were yummy and perfectly salted. Overall, more and more people trickled in from the game and the service continued with our server checking in multiple times. For how busy it was, I'm surprised by how quick they were! Can't wait to come back! read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - NEW FRONTIER BISON BURGER, BLACK TRUFFLE GRILLED CHEESE, FRENCH FRIES, mule, amber ale - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

The food was exceptional and so was the service! They had a special day which I really wanted, but it was not included with the meal that I wanted to get. The server went to ask the chef if they could switch out the regular mashed potatoes with the concannon potatoes. They switched it out for me and it was so good! read more

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We were visiting the city for a conference and my friend has food allergies. We walked from our hotel to this restaurant that looked very much like an Irish pub. Inside, it continues to look like an authentic pub. Our waiter was very attentive and took care of my friend's food allergies. We both had fish and chips. It was delicious but the servings were so generous we couldn't finish it. If you're visiting the area, definitely check out the pub! read more

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What a blast from the Emerald Isle! What an experience to come here and enjoy live music every weekday while watching a game on tv and enjoying an amazing selection of spirits and beer. Loved the staff, they were excellent, made great recommendations based on interest and likings really walked away a bit tipsy and very full. Highly recommend to enjoy some amazing decor and excellent atmosphere! read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - James Joyce Beer - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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A decent Irish pub-- we usually stop by around St. Patrick's Day to get my yearly reuben and Guinness. The food is surprisingly good. Service is alright. Just really wish the live music started earlier--9 pm on a Saturday seems a bit late, and would be nice to be able to enjoy dinner while listening to Irish music (not just random classic rock radio.) Especially in March! read more

Visited here several times, usually for a late night bite. Today I stopped in for happy hour and tried their burger & fries... pretty good. I'm picky about fries and these were delicious. Bartender Chris was so personable, nice and attentive. read more

The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant - Irish Pub Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

James Joyce saves the evening !! This place was a convenient late night bites recommendation by another restaurant. Once we arrived and were seated, I noticed this was an Atlas restaurant and knew this experience would be great. There was a total of 3 in our party. We were leaving a Yelp Elite Event and hungry !! We were greeted by Yas almost instantly when we sat. We collectively ordered the following. Berry Salad add Chicken - Large portion, well plated and delish. Black Truffle Grilled Cheese - Fresh melted cheese, accompanied by fries and fulfilling Side if Fries - Skinny and yum! Fresh and hot. Large portion. Hot Toddy - Made perfect !! Smooth and great size. Bay Breeze - Described as just ok. Margarita - Refreshing, well concocted. I am unsure how I missed this neighborhood gem for many years, but I'll def return sooner than later !! read more

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Came in for a quick beer and appetizer. Happy hour had some great options and the staff was very friendly. They messed up our order a bit but were quick to correct it which was cool. Overall the appetizers were delicious and the atmosphere was really cool. I'd go back for sure!! read more

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This was a quick late night restaurant with a few friends after a some of the other restaurants were closing or closed. Upon entering on a weekday night it was very dim lighting inside. We were immediately seated and our waitress went over the menu and gave some of her recommendations for drinks. I wanted something lite and fruity and she recommended a Tequila sunrise. The truffle grilled cheese was really good and the cheese was super melty. I will definitely return for any late night bar food. read more

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