There’s nothing quite like the familiarity and comfort of a classic Irish pub. The concept dates back centuries in Ireland — a public house that served food, drink, entertainment was the perfect meeting place for business, family and friends. Shielded from bad weather and kept cozy with roaring fires, hot food, strong ale and live music, these establishments are embedded into the fabric of Ireland and, by way of emigration, the U.S.
America has some stellar Irish pubs, ranging from humble, divey holes-in-the-wall to the expansive palatial-style pubs with multiple performing stages and rooms upon rooms. What they have in common, however, is the commitment to the “craic,” the Irish word for fun, enjoyment and news. Where there’s a good pub, there had better be good craic.
So what are the best Irish pubs in the U.S.? We scoured sites like Yelp and Tripadvisor to see where America likes to get its perfect pint of Guinness alongside some fish and chips. From rugged Montana backcountry to the music-filled courtyards of New Orleans and the bustling streets of New York, we rounded up the best Irish pubs across the country.
