It is an authentic Irish pub. No food, just Guiness, whiskey, and good company. You can join a whiskey ambassadors club where you try 32 whiskeys for pride and to be among the few who accomplish this feat. Bring in your own food or door dash if you like. And just enjoy a good vibe. Amazing history on the walls with odes to heroes of Irish self determination like Gerry Adams and Bobby Sands!! read more

Great beer and whiskey in no frills authentic setting. I became a "Whiskey Ambassador " there. Ask the bartenders about it! Great drinks and great people. read more

The perfect place for an afternoon pint. The service is always quick and reliable. The ambiance is very relaxing and with two dart boards, you can find yourself in this great establishment all day. read more

Tir Na Nog - Two phenomenal pints - Pubs Near Me - Trenton, New Jersey

Best and most authentic Irish bar in Trenton or NJ Bring food, your best friends and a good attitude. Darts room in back. Whiskey ambassador club Events bring in food trucks and great live music. Friendly and welcoming locals place. Been coming here for decades - always a good time! Sláinte! read more

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Authenticity rules here with a generous Guinness pour and absolutely no cardboard leprechaun cut-outs anywhere to be found. This is a dark, serious Irish pub for serious drinking and "important" conversations over whiskey and darts. If you're looking for half price appetizers after 10pm and flights of artichoke infused microbrews turn the Tesla around and set the GPS for New Hope or Princeton. read more

F and I have lived in Trenton since 2003 and have never been to the only authentic Irish Pub, Tir Nan Og! It isn't because we didn't want to, but it just wasn't on the radar. Thankfully, while participating in the Passport To Trenton Contest, F stopped in for a Murphy's. As soon as he told me about it I was hot on their trail. About a week later I finally made it. It was a late Wednesday night and Jude was manning the bar. It was pretty quiet when we arrived but surprisingly as it got later the place started to fill up. This is a really cozy spot where everyone feels welcome. There is beer on tap and plenty of Irish whiskey choices to wet your whistle. There's a dart board, live bands and friendly conversation. What more could you want! read more

Tir Na Nog - Only authentic Irish Pub in Trenton NJ! - Pubs Near Me - Trenton, New Jersey

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Best Bar In NJ , Great Pours Great Service , Todd is the most hospitable owner I have ever met , Must Try

Nice dive bar with nice bartenders and a community feel. Jukebox and darts available. Pretty small though. Wish they had karaoke nights.

It's one thing to be reverent of history and another altogether to be bound by it. I don't know what's up with Patrick H; I'm a semi regular @ TNN and I find the Guinness pour, the friendliness and professionalism of not only the owner but the entire staff beyond first rate. I can't say if TNN has the best Guinness pour in New Jersey if not all of the US, but gentlemen with better palates and world travel than me attest to its excellence and assure that's the case. I've not had better here or in the British Isles. If you're looking for a museum (which reads to me like Patrick might have fixated on) - or faux hipster trendiness, look elsewhere. But if a jewel of a legitimate Irish pub with a great selection of proper Irish beers and ales, and an exceptional offering of carefully curated Irish whiskies, look no further. Tir Na Nog is the real deal. read more

Do not miss this!!! Irish or not, you'll be Irish after you leave!! This place is just plain fun and you'll be hard pressed to find its match. It's got everything from great atmosphere and patrons, to great beer and a surrealistic " you're in Ireland" experience. Friendly faces and bartenders and always a fun time any day of the week!!! Definitely make it a point to stop in! read more

Awesome local bar. Friendly staff and delicious Guinness! We will definitely be back.

Recently rated the Number One Irish Pub in New Jersey, I made the trek back out to Trenton to partake in some true Irish flair on St. Patrick's Day. Man, did I make an awesome decision! The jawn was packed like a can of sardines. The crowd, the vibe, the music, the dancing, the chatter, the pints being poured, the shots of JameO going out, everything was perfect and made being here on St. Patrick's Day THE place to be. Owners Todd and Maureen were all over the place smiling and making everyone feel so welcomed all while running a tight ship. I scored prime real estate and was posted up at the front bar my hours here and was lucky enough to have the pleasure of the cute bartender Wesley I met here over summer pour me my drinks, and politely chat it up with that great smile of his. But all the folks that made the decision to make the Tir na nOg their spot for St. Patrick's Day, really made this night what it was and that was one damn good ol Irish time. The nOg will officially be my St. Patrick's Day spot from this St. Patty's day on! read more

Straight up 6-star worthy! Off the charts! This Irish pub is hidden away in Trenton, it almost blends in with the houses, but you don't want to miss it. When you walk inside, you are transported to Ireland . The owner is beyond welcoming and friendly, and you can really feel his passion of the Irish; and I'm not talking about any "fighting Irish stereotype," I mean some real beautiful pride from a strong-cultured people. No kitchen, but they are actually very relaxed about guests ordering in, or bringing food. Full bar with some amazing beer. I wish I could remember the owner's name, but we talked for a bit about different drinks I like and he suggested a delicious beer. I drank the entire glass just trying to think of a way to describe the flavor. Apparently this pub attracts an older crowd, but let's get some youth up in here! read more

Best Irish pub, hands down!! Nothing fancy, just great people and great atmosphere. It's a jem!

Beat true Irish pub in the area.. great selection of whiskeys and the bar tenders are spot on!!

Three words: Authentic Irish Bar I wasn't sure about this place at first, mostly because it was blatantly obvious I was an "outsider." But as soon as one of the locals bought everyone a round of drinks and we all started joking around, I realized, "This place is pretty cool." Will be back again. read more

So, my friends and I were going to the Sun National Center for an event, and they wanted an adventure. (Isn't there always adventure in Trenton??) Anyway, we found this quaint Irish pub in the middle of town, and had some beer. This place could not be more authentic Irish pub, right down to the barkeep with the accent! Total dive, but great atmosphere. I bet if you grew up around this place, you know everyone. I'd go back! Please note, I would not exactly recommend going here if you are unfamiliar with the area at night. If you get lost, you can quite easily wind up in a bad section of town. Be safe, and yelp on! read more

Made for a fabbbbbulous wedding after party! Divey and low key with a juke box and cheap drinks. We rented out the back room and ordered pizza, and had an absolute blast. Thank you, Todd and team! read more

A favorite spot of mine, laid back grungy bar with dart boards and live music. Can't get better than this. Always a good time here. read more

Small and homely Irish pub. Friendly place for drinking and fairly down to earth settings, we missed the live music, which started on a Saturday at 9:00 pm. Will be a revisit definitely read more

Tir Na Nog - a bar filled with alcohol bottles - Pubs Near Me - Trenton, New Jersey

Holy cow this place is authentic. I thought that I had some Irish in me but these folks...the real deal with real musicians and a real Irish juke; have not even gotten to the stuff on the walls...I'm an amateur, vis-a-vis the locals here. We went to the "American" Irish place on Monday where our waiter was obviously from the Emerald Isle - after he chastised me about The Pogues being pop music, he told us about this joint. We went the following night and wound up closing out the week (as in seven days) with six straight at Tir Na Nog. Highly recommended as long as you're (or can act as though) a good Irish Catholic. Nah, for anyone who appreciates authenticity. read more

If you want a truly original authentic Irish place down to the lop in the wall, this is the only place I know between philly and Nyc. Small, inexpensive warm and with live music after nine. Awesome service. read more

Tir Na Nog - The bar - Pubs Near Me - Trenton, New Jersey

Amazing and authentic Irish Pub! Went here a few weeks ago with family and I was instantly in love with this place when I walked through the door. They have tons of real signage from Ireland and old Guinness posters with the iconic Toucan. There was live music and the locals were friendly. The Guinness was cold, fresh and well priced. If you are a fan of Ireland or just Irish I would highly recommend it. As we were about to leave the owner came and introduced himself to us. He was very nice and welcoming. Overall 5 stars! read more

Best bar in Trenton...hands down. Authentic Irish bar with the best poured Guinness this side of Ireland.

My friend and I basically moved into Tir Na Nog for a week while we were stationed nearby for some Army Training, so since this review could get a bit long winded here are the important bits: *True. Authentic Irish Bar. *Bartenders and Customers alike will greet you with open arms and full pints. *Perfect Pints of Guinness, with Smithwick's and Magners ready on tap as well. *Cash only with an ATM inside. *Great Live Music, both contemporary, and Authentic Irish throughout the week. Now a more in-depth review: Tir Na Nog is as Irish a bar as you'll ever see stateside, with great people on both the serving and patron's side of the bar top; Home to the best pint of Guinness on the East Coast. With a full bar up front, headed off by the staples on tap: Guinness, Smithwick's, and Magners, to the extensive supply of Irish Whiskey's behind the bar. You won't find a menu here at Tir Na Nog, but fret not as there are several eateries around the block to sneak off to in between Pints. A small sitting room takes you away from the bar and towards the live music stage, during our 6 day stay we saw 4 separate performances from traditional Irish music all the way to a hits of the 70's and 80's night with 0 disappointments. Behind the stage you'll find a darts lounge with a pair of steel tip boards and then the parking lot out back. A friend of mine and I were sent by the Army to NJ for a week and after a shaky experience at our Hotel Bar, I typed in our zip code and asked for the sake of all things Holy that Google may find me a Proper Pint. Tir Na Nog offered us that and more, in spades. I knew after reading some reviews and taking a look at their website that our time there would either be short lived, or we would never want to leave, and I'm not the least bit ashamed to say there were tears in my eyes as I boarded the plane to fly home. I won't get into the history of the place here, but I would suggest you take a look at the website: http://trentontirnanog.com/ and at least read up on it, because the place has a significant amount of history and makes significant contributions to the community around it on a yearly basis. From the first minute we stepped into the place until the last handshake and hug on our way out a week later, Tir Na Nog's staff and patrons made us feel as at home as we could being half the country away. As I said earlier, we were there 6 nights out of seven, from about dinner time until closing. In that time we experienced four of Tir Na Nog's bartenders, without a noticeable decline in service, or hospitality. The owner was at the bar every night and he didn't simply say a customary 'hello' to the regulars, but rather sat down with each of them (which rapidly included us as well) and had a drink and a conversation with them individually before moving on to the next person down the line. That's a true testament to someone who understands and appreciates his customers. (Just don't let him offer to do any painting for you... Trust me on that.) So if you find yourself in the Northeast and are looking for a properly poured Pint of Guinness, some superb Irish Whiskey, or just an authentic, community style feel for a night of drinks, just step into the Tir Na Nog and tell them Ryan from Iowa sent you, and enjoy yourself some Guinness and some good times with a group of strangers who made me feel like Family for those awesome 7 days in Trenton. Ryan S. From Iowa. read more

Great Irish Bar in Trenton, NJ including live Irish music most nights of the week. Darts in the back room. A good time is had by all who go! read more

I love a good pub. And this is definitely a diamond in the rough. Good place to go and relax and have a pint. No frills.

Trenton's official Irish Pub and Sinn Fein supporter! Love Tir na Nog. Check out their St. Patrick's Day event one year. You'll be destined to have a good time and perhaps a corned beef sandwich. Music on Friday's. Usually starts around 9-ish. Ladies room up the stairs on the left, so the regulars at the bar can watch her bottom sway as she ascends. Love love Tir na Nog. RIP Billy Briggs. read more

Hit Tir Na Nog at least once a month while a student at Rider and for a few years after when I lived in Ewing. I have travelled the country for business in the nearly 20 years since and it is still the standard which I compare all other bars. You could know nobody and you knew everybody the minute you walked in the door. No airs, exactly what a pub should be . . . read more

It's been a long time. Since I have been to a irish bar. Other than my local in Belfast N.ireland. I love this place. And what a pint. So come one come all. And enjoy. Can't wait to come back. read more

If I had 1 day left to live, I'd hope that I could spend a sunny afternoon in this boozer. The summer breeze, Ronnie and Luke on the jukebox and Frank singing along as he pulls my 2nd pint without hesitation before I've even finished my first. I measure all against this place. read more

The Tir Na Nog is history. Its your traditional Irish bar in down town Trenton. Not a restaurant...and real authentic Irish bar! Great bartenders and great patrons make this a home. Go there and go often! read more

I love this bar, but it was much better when it was dirtier, the gnome was residing on the bar, and Billy was alive.

Extremely narrow, impossible to get a seat when its crowded and bathrooms are gross. However, people are friendly & its fairly cheap.

Will always be a favorite spot of mine. Best Guinness on the east coast and some of the best people I've ever had the privilege of sharing a pint with. read more

If you want to have a few pints, stomp your feet to some live Irish music and just get silly in Trenton, this is your place. I highly recommend a shot of John Powers and a Guinness. If you consider having a smoke on the stoop outside seating, then they have that also!! Cheers! read more

you will stick to every surface of this dive. liquor in the front / darts in the rear. drinks come in two sizes... tall and wee. like there's any question. the beer is good and all drinks are reasonably priced. the clientele are drunken and loud, friendly and argumentative, opinionated and sarcastic. in a word... irish. my people. being of legal age is optional. read more

This is the best bar in the area. I hate to echo all what is previously said, but I have been searching all over for a place such as this. Its a great change from all the chain restaurants and bars in the area. read more

A Perfect Pint! good music, good friends. A no frills, no food place to go to relax and enjoy your pint.

Best irish Pub hands down in the United States. The atmosphere, the locals, the irish music is worth the trip. Being an Irish musician who has been in hundreds of Irish pubs on several continents, this is my favorite pub and favorite place to play. Wouldn't change anything about it. read more