8 Essential Irish Pubs in Tampa, FL
The luck of the Irish shines like gold in the Sunshine State. Tampa, Florida is home to a nice collection of Irish pubs. These watering holes inspired by the Emerald Isle are great for socializing, tucking into authentic Gaelic cuisine, and knocking back a pint. You don’t need to follow a trail of four-leaf clovers to land at the best Irish pub in Tampa. Check out our picks for Tampa’s eight best Irish pubs.
O’Brien’s Irish Pub
15435 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL
(813) 961-4092
Considered Tampa Bay’s St. Patrick’s Day Headquarters, O’Brien’s has 30 beer taps, an extensive liquor list, and an 11-page menu full of tantalizing food. During a recent visit, we found that the more-than-generous appetizers are perfect for sharing with the table. For those looking for Irish food in Tampa, the bangers and mash with Guinness gravy, shepherd’s pie, and Irish fish ‘n’ chips will be just fine. O’Brien’s also caters to American tastes with burgers, sliders, sandwiches, and more. This is also a fun place for games and live music!
Irish 31
1611 West Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL
(813) 250-0031
We loved the upscale Irish bar food at Irish 31! The shepherd’s pie boxty on the appetizer menu offered a chance to try three boxties stuff with a house-made shepherd’s pie filling before being topped with Irish 31’s in-house 1764 gravy. The entrée menu offered all of the classics we hoped to find. The shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash, whiskey salmon and fish and chips all make for a great entree choice. And you can’t forget about the St. Patty Melt featuring a grilled burger stacked with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, grilled onions, and Emerald Isle sauce between two slices of toasted rye bread. The nice thing about this restaurant is that you can choose to either sit inside to catch a game on the multiple televisions or relax outside on the patio.
The Dubliner Irish Pub
2307 West Azeele Street, Tampa, FL
(813) 258-2257
Considered South Tampa’s go-to neighborhood pub for more than 20 years, The Dubliner is a great place to tuck into some yummy bar food. We felt right at home in the cozy, laid-back atmosphere. You’ll want to find a spot out on The Dubliner’s large outdoor patio with a blueberry wheat craft beer from the tap. The four-leaf clovers the bartender adds to the froths will definitely make you smile! While the menu is slightly limited, the selection and pricing is just right for a casual evening out.
Maloney’s Local Irish Pub
9540 West Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL
(813) 749-0859
Maloney’s offers a fresh take on pub food you’re sure to love. First, the jumbo wings are wonderful if you’re just looking for a crowd-pleasing dish to share with the table. Their Irish house salad is also so fresh and filling and a great start to your meal. For dinner, try something like the grouper wrap. Overall, this is a good place to watch a game on the big screen with some quality food and drafts.
Four Green Fields
4100 George J. Bean Parkway Airside E at Tampa International Airport (TIA), Tampa, FL
This Irish Pub located inside TIA might have you thinking you took off on a plane to Ireland without noticing. First, the attentive staff here really takes care of you. The menu is full of top-notch selections that blend upscale fare with Irish traditions. You’ll love the smoked salmon crostinis made with Atlantic salmon served over garlic crostinis with dill cream cheese, sliced cucumber, and capers. The Guinness fries that come smothered in Guinness gravy and bacon are also delicious. Don’t skip the option to add the house soda bread that’s made fresh daily using a 100-year-old recipe.
James Joyce Irish Pub & Eatery
1724 East 8th Avenue, Tampa, FL
(813) 247-1896
A staple in Tampa since 1997, James Joyce offers 50 craft beers on top, more than 30 Irish whiskeys, and a top-notch scotch selection. If an Irish whiskey exists, you’ll find it behind the bar here. The appetizer menu at this pub is especially impressive. Get a few things like the Guinness tots, Irish fries, and Reuben egg rolls for the table to share. The generous portions, knowledgeable bartenders, and friendly atmosphere at this pub make it a winning choice!
PJ Dolan’s Irish Pub
2836 East Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL
(813) 374-2338
This is a perfect spot when the craving strikes for corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash, or a juicy Blarney burger dripping in Jameson sauce. This pub is a lovely choice for bites and drinks. One tip is to stick around to order the homemade Bailey’s Irish Cream cheesecake from the dessert menu! While the interior of PJ Dolan’s is cozy and inviting, you’ll probably end up outside to relax on “Uncle Paddy’s” patio with a cold one.
Molly Malone’s Irish Pub
304 East Davis Boulevard (Suite E), Tampa, FL
(813) 304-2777
Open until 3 a.m. seven days a week, Molly Malone’s is a place where you can really settle into your bar stool. Of course, those of us who aren’t night owls can take advantage of this pub’s popular weekend brunches. Try something like their fish sandwich that comes on a nice, fluffy bun. Good vibes and good food can be found at this Tampa spot.
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