Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day season or any other time of the year, these Irish pubs in Houston have the Guinness, dartboards, and atmosphere you’re longing for. Find out what’s the craic at these local Houston Irish pubs.
1. Kenneally’s
Family owned and operated since 1983, Kenneally’s is a neighborhood institution where visitors can enjoy a friendly atmosphere, traditional Irish drinks, darts, and seriously good pizza. Located in River Oaks, Kenneally’s also serves burgers, sandwiches, and housemade chips – all go well with a cold Harp lager any given sports game.
2, Pimlico
Pimlico Irish pub in Houston is a two-time, card-carrying Guinness Excellence award winner. The authentic Irish owned and operated bar has a quaint patio and courtyard and is a hotspot for Champions and Premier League games. Pimlico is located at 810 Waugh Drive and is open until 2 am nightly.
3. McElroy’s Pub
McElroy’s Pub is a no-frills Irish pub inside the loop. Inside you’ll find snug booths, dart boards, a pool table, and plenty of TV for sports watching. The pub also possesses a cozy patio space for optimal relaxation. McElroy’s is open until 2 am nightly,
4. Penny Whistle Pub
Penny Whistle Pub is a Montrose mainstay. Its vibrant patio added to the homey, largely wooded interior provide a pleasant, upbeat atmosphere to enjoy craft cocktails, live performances, and/or a game of darts.
5. Johnny McElroy’s Irish Pub
Home to a sprawling patio setup, 57 taps, and “the father of all steak nights”, Johnny McElroy’s Irish Pub offers a busting tavern setting to enjoy watch parties, parties parties, or any given day of the week. Added to this, the bar features an extensive (6-hour) Happy Hour Mondays through Fridays.
6. McGonigel’s Mucky Duck
In the market for live music, top tier pub food, and a “perfect pint” of Guinness? McGonigel’s Mucky Duck is your answer. The cozy restaurant doubles as a concert venue that stages live performances four nights a week.
7. Hugh O’Connors Marqe
Located in the Marq-E Entertainment Center, Hugh O’Connors is a cozy restaurant and bar that offers hearty Irish cuisine, extensive whiskey options, and festive sports atmosphere when the game is on.
8. Mo’s Irish Pub
Mo’s Irish Pub is a spacious, Irish-themed bar in Cypress. Located in Vintage Park, the lively, 9,000-square-foot bar and patio features 36 beers on tap, a full menu, and raucous atmosphere fit for live performances, sports watching, and a magnificent St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
9. Ducky McShweeney’s
Fitted with dimly lit lights, a half dozen or so TVs, cozy furniture, and a handful of dart boards, Ducky McShweeney’s features a roster of eight beer taps, a wide selection of canned and bottled beers, as well as a crop of classic cocktails. Food-wise, the pub features a menu of burgers, wings, pizza, as well as fish and chips, and brunch on weekends.
10. Molly’s Pub
The Main Street staple has all the Irish necessities: darts, pool, Irish alcohol – the good stuff. Plus, the pub’s balcony offers stellar downtown views. Snacks are available, while visitors are welcome to bring in outside food.