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| - There was a short wait for a table on the Sunday night we went, but not any longer than 5-10 minutes. We were seated in a strange nook-like area that had three tables in the bar area. At first we thought this was awkward, but further in the restaurant was a live band, so we were actually glad to be seated away from the loud music.
They were out of the Kilkenny I ordered first. No problem; I ordered a Smithwick's. The server came back and informed me they just finished a keg and it would be a little while before it got changed out. Sure, a little frustrating, but the server (who had a lovely Irish lass's accent) was so nice and apologetic I couldn't get too frustrated. Guinness it was!
I had the shepherd's pie, while the lady had the beef & Guinness stew. Quite simply, the shepherd's pie was the best I've ever had. Lamb and vegetables tender and in a wonderfully savory gravy. Mashed potatoes perfect thickness and good at balancing out the salt of the lamb mixture.
The stew was also very good. A little on the thin side as you might expect from an Irish stew, but a great flavor.
Both dishes came with some soda bread and Irish butter. We also ordered a side of the hand cut chips with malt vinegar mayo, which was good, but nothing really special.
Overall, great main dishes and good service will have me coming back the next time I'm in Vegas.
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