Irish pubs and grub
Where to get a little green in your food or pitcher
February 17, 2009
Carroll's Bar and Restaurant
1768 E. Main St. - RochesterCarroll's Bar and Grill is an old fashioned Irish Bar. It features several varieties of imported Irish beer and corned beef sandwiches. The jukebox is filled with Celtic artists and hard hitting rock-and-roll. When you stop by, be sure to challenge the regulars to a game of steel or soft tip darts. This is the place to be on St. Patrick's Day!
Caverly's Irish Pub
741 South Ave. -
Rochester
A neighborhood Irish bar in the South Wedge, Caverly's has daily beer specials featuring expertly poured Guinness or Beamish Irish Stout, and dart machines.
Donnelly's Public House
1 Water St. - FairportDonnelly's Public House is an Irish-style bar featuring 22 draft beers and a large selection of rotating microbrews. The oak paneled bar and dining room create a cozy, comfortable feel and the outdoor patio offers a breath of fresh air. The public house also features a jukebox so customers can listen to their choice of music. Hours of operation are 11:00a.m. to 2:00p.m.(kitchen closes at 11:00p.m.), Mondays to Saturdays and 12:00p.m. to close. (kitchen closes at 10:00p.m.) on Sundays.
Enright's Thirst Parlor
582 Monroe Ave. -
Rochester
Enright's Thirst Parlor is one of Monroe Avenue's oldest bars. It's a great place to wind down after a hard day's or night's work with a friendly atmosphere at all hours.
Flaherty's Three Flags Inn
113 Pittsford Palmyra Road - MacedonWhat started out as a family hot-dog stand in the late 1940s has evolved into two of the most respected neighborhood restaurants in the Rochester area. At Flaherty's Macedon you'll find a cozy experience near the fireplace in the spacious dining room. The menu includes fine-dining entres, a snacks and daily specials served up with a touch of Irish charm.
Flaherty's Three Flags Inn
1200 Bay Road - WebsterThe Flaherty family has been serving for more than 50 years. What started out as a family hot dog stand business in the late 1940s has evolved into two of the most respected neighborhood restaurants in the Rochester area. Flaherty's Webster features a huge dining room for fine dining and spacious lounge area for a casual time with friends.
Johnny's Irish Pub
1382 Culver Road -
Rochester
Established in 1997, Johnny's is a neighborhood bar serves up more than Irish music. Rochester's first smoke-free bar and winner of Rochester's Choice Best Irish Pub four years running, also serves up classic rock, bluegrass, country and blues.Kitchen hours: 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Irish Music Sundays (the second and last Sunday of each month check Web site for specific listings). Johnny'salso sponsors two road races the Johnny's Run Like Hell and the Johnny's runnin' of the Green.Pub hours: 4 p.m. to closing (usually 2 a.m.) Saturday through Thursday, 2:30 p.m. to closing Friday.
Magpie Pub
653 Park Ave. - RochesterMagpie is the laid back and sophisticated Irish Pub in town. Magpie offers a relaxed and welcoming environment on Park Avenue. In addition to their small menu of deli sandwiches, Magpie also offers fifteen draft beers. If you are a fan of soccer, this is the place for you, Magpie airs all major matches on their four televisions.
McGhan's Nearly Famous Pub
11 W. Main St. - VictorLocated in downtown Victor, this family owned neighborhood Irish pub plays all the big games on their six big screens. Enjoy a game of pool on McGhan's Red Sox themed pool table while you drink a Guinness or eat one of McGhan's delicious sandwiches. There are live music performances every Friday and Saturday. Parking and admission are free.
McGinnity's Restaurant & Party House
534 W. Ridge Road - RochesterBring just yourself, a date, or a whole group to this Irish Pub near Dewey Avenue. Grab a mouthwatering steak or a delicious burger and sit back and relax on the deck while you sip on one of the pub's many draft beers.
Mickey Flynn's
198 N. Winton Road - RochesterTypical American bar (lots of beer signs) with a bit of an Irish feel, from the green leprechaun on the wall to the stack of Ireland hats above the bar. Oh, and Tuesday is Irish night, so $3 for Guinness and Jameson
Molly Malone's Pub
2587 Mount Read Blvd. - RochesterEstablished in 1986. Irish-themed bar offers traditional Irish entrees and appetizers. Menu items include lamb stew, shepherd's pie and Dublin seafood chowder. Traditional American food also served.
Mulconry's Irish Pub and Restaurant
17 E. LiftBridge Lane -
Fairport
The pub has Murphys Stout, Harp, Stella, Guinness and Smithwicks on tap and soon will be adding Magners Irish Cider and Murphys Amber. Draft pints range from $3 (domestic) to $4 (import); bottled beer is $2.75 (domestic) to $4 (import). Mulconrys also carries several whiskey options in its full bar, from high-end Middletons ($15) to traditional, 12-year, and 8-year aged Jameson.The pub now offers shepherds pie ($10), bangers and mash ($11) and boxties ($11), a potato pancake, folded in half and stuffed with Irish favorites like corn beef and cabbage, and it's all located just feet from the Erie Canal.
Murph's Irondequoit Pub
705 Titus Ave. - RochesterLive music, karaoke nights, spicy chicken wings, and a friendly environment. What more could you want out of the neighborhood pub? Baby back ribs, burgers, a banquet room, and plenty of big screens? Wednesday is karaoke night, call for live band schedules.
Murphy's Law Irish Pub
370 East Ave. -
Rochester
We hear Murphy's Law Irish Pub has"a big city feel." To appreciate the venue's Grand Room, "you'd have to see it to believe it." After hearing about the 38 tap beers and 65 varieties of bottled or can brews,we look forward to the challenge. Lunch and dinner are served at Murphy's Lawand the menu features American and Irish cuisine. Customers can enjoy house specials like chicken, steaks, stew and meat and potatoes. For more, call 585-739-2500.
O'Callaghan's Pub
470 Monroe Ave. -
Rochester
O'Callaghan's is an Irish pub in the heart of Rochester's Monroe Avenue featuring a small bar menu and weeknight happy hour from 4 to 8 p.m., billiards, darts, internet jukebox, beer pongand multiple satellite TV's. Open 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. Monday through Friday and at 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.
O'Lacy's
5 School St. - BataviaThe bar serves cocktails s well as selections of imported beers while also offering a menu of food for lunch and dinner. The European style fish 'n' chips remains a favorite. Takeout is available, and O'Lacy's also has a small dine-in area. Community parking is located across the street.
O'Loughlin's Silk Restaurant
5980 St. Paul Blvd. -
Rochester
Overlooking the Genesee River, O'Loughlin's has a no-smoking outdoor deck. Summer hours (memorial day through labor day) are 11:30to 2 a.m., with a bar menu served until midnight. The remainder of the year hours are from 3 p.m. - 2 a.m. through the week, open at noon on weekends. Acoustic entertainment Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Billiards, darts and Golden Tee.
Shamrock Jack's Steak & Seafood
4554 Culver Road - RochesterIf you are looking for a traditional, old-style pub to bring back your memories of the Emerald Isle, then look no further than Shamrock Jacks Steak and Seafood. Offering the best in steak, seafood, and sports, Jacks is that perfect pub for the Irish inside of all of us. Jacks also offers live entertainment and daily themed events.
TC Riley's
200 Park Point Drive - HenriettaA combination sports bar, with HDTVs and an Irish pub, with great pub grub and all your favorite beers on tap. The menu offers a super mix of American favorites and Irish classics, including Shepard's Pie, Irish Stew, Guinness Flank Steak and Corned Beef and Cabbage.
T P's
916 Panorama Trail - RochesterT P's is an authentic Irish bar with hand-formed copper gutters and hand-laid stone walls. Menu includes burgers, chicken, pasta, steak, sandwiches, salad, desserts for under $16.
