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Great Irish Pubs in the US: Editor's Top 10

Our Editor's Top 10 list for Great Irish Pubs in the US helps you decide where you want to go. Editor's Top 10 lists offer selections from our editors that help you plan your travel based on your lifestyle, entertainment, sightseeing, or recreation options.

Can't make it to Ireland but want a great pub experience? Take a look at our list of some great U.S.-based Irish pubs. Grab a pint of Guinness and listen to some great tunes at these local establishments.

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1. Dubliner Restaurant and Bar
520 N. Capitol St., Washington, District of Columbia
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
For authentic Guinness and Irish music, you can't beat the Dubliner. It's just across from Union Station. With a spacious interior and an open-air patio in the warm months, this place is popular with all age groups. Open Sunday 7:30 am-2 am, Monday-Thursday 7 am-2 am, Friday 7 am-3 am, Saturday 7:30 am-3 am. 520 N. Capitol St. (Metro: Union Station), Washington, D.C. Phone 202-737-3773. http://www... Read Entire Review »
2. The Plough and the Stars Restaurant & Bar
123 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
Home to culture-cravers, Plough and the Stars occupies two levels in a redbrick building in Old City. Perfect for dinner before a show or drinks afterwards, the restaurant offers an extensive menu reflecting Ireland's best food and drink. Irish music most Sundays 4-8 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Daily from noon. 123 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. Phone 215-733-0300. http://www.ploughstars.com.... Read Entire Review »
3. Kell's
1916 Post Alley, Seattle, Washington
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
This Irish bar is everything a pub should be. Located near the Pike Place Market, Kell's has good ales and a cozy atmosphere. Full bar with sturdy food: Homemade stews, meat pies, local seafood and soda bread are some of the offerings. Live music nightly. Daily from 11:30 am. 1916 Post Alley, Seattle. Phone 206-728-1916. http://kellsirish.com.... Read Entire Review »
4. Black Rose
160 State St., Boston, Massachusetts
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
Spirited Irish pub with live music and those two Irish favorites, whiskey and Guinness. It's quite touristy and a bit pricier than most Boston Irish pubs, but the location is perfect for a quick pint or bowl of soup when you need to refuel during a day of sightseeing. Monday-Saturday from 11:30 am, Sunday from noon. No cover Monday-Thursday; US$5 cover Friday and Saturday after 9:30 pm. 160 State... Read Entire Review »
5. Kevin Barry's
117 W. River St., Savannah, Georgia
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
A bit o' Ireland comes to River Street in this unpretentious pub. A variety of imported beers are on tap, and simple, hearty Irish fare is available. The glass-enclosed upstairs level has unbeatable views of the Savannah River. Open daily from 11 am. 117 W. River St., Historic District, Savannah. Phone 912-233-9626. http://www.kevinbarrys.com.... Read Entire Review »
6. O'Reilly's Irish Pub and Restaurant
622 Green St., San Francisco, California
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
Hearty, traditional Irish food and heady pints, fantastic murals of famous Irish authors and plenty of outside seating are on tap there. Try the bangers and mash (sausage with potatoes) or a bowl of thick lamb stew. Free Wi-Fi available. Monday-Friday 9 am-2 am, Saturday and Sunday 8 am-2 am. $. 622 Green St. (near Columbus), San Francisco. Phone 415-989-6222. http://www.oreillysirish.com.... Read Entire Review »
7. McGonigel's Mucky Duck
2425 Norfolk St., Houston, Texas
See & Do - Nightlife - Live Music
Some of the best small folk and ethnic bands play there (national acts also drop in from time to time). Long beer list and port. Decent pub food and a pleasant patio. All performances are smoke-free. Monday-Saturday 11 am-2 am, Sunday 4-11 pm. 2425 Norfolk St. (in Montrose), Houston. Phone 713-528-5999. http://www.mcgonigels.com.... Read Entire Review »
8. Nine Fine Irishmen
Inside the New York-New York Hotel, 3790 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, Nevada
Dining - Other Options
An authentic Irish pub reassembled inside the New York-New York Hotel, plus great Guinness and whiskey. The food is a total delight, and fragrant chicken potpie, rich Irish stew and creamy desserts are served up with jive music and friendly patrons. Open daily 11 am-11 pm for food; bar stays open daily until 3 am. $. Most major credit cards. Inside the New York-New York Hotel, 3790 Las Vegas Blvd.... Read Entire Review »
9. McSorley's Old Ale House
15 E. Seventh St., between Second and Third avenues, New York, New York
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
This historic bar opened in 1854. Its longtime motto was "Good Ale, Raw Onions and No Ladies," but that was amended to "Good Ale and Raw Onions" when the ownership decided it was time to allow customers with two X chromosomes-in 1970. It still brews its own light and dark ales, both of which are recommended. Monday-Saturday 11 am-1 am, Sunday 1 pm-1 am. No cover. 15 E. Seventh St., between Second... Read Entire Review »
10. Finnegan's Wake
620 N. Trade St., Winston-Salem, North Carolina
See & Do - Nightlife - Bars, Taverns & Pubs
This cozy little pub in Winston-Salem's Arts District offers a number of Irish beers on tap as well as bottled beers, wine and whiskey. Irish and Scottish cuisine includes such favorites as authentic fish-and-chips, shepherd's pie, and bangers and mash. For vegetarians, the old-fashioned Irish salad is tasty. Regular entertainment includes live bands and trivia contests. The patio out back is espe... Read Entire Review »