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| - The Skeptical Chymist (15688 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85260) is a bit of Ireland, right here in Scottsdale. The minute you enter The Skeptical Chymist, traditional apothecary items originally purchased in Ireland surround you. Dark wood surrounds your every turn, even a side room named after the pub's namesake book written by Robert Boyle of Cork, Ireland. The 1627 book written by Robert Boyle, became the foundation for modern day chemistry. I have always found Irish pubs in America tie a great story related to an Irish native or product from Ireland.
Their menu includes appetizers, flatbread sandwiches, soups and salads, burgers, entrees and a small dessert selection. Irish entrée specialties include Real Lamb Shepherd's Pie, Corned Beef and Cabbage, and Fish & Chips.
Their Fish & Chips platter ($14.00 dinner portion) includes a large piece of battered cod, along with French fries, tangy coleslaw and tartar sauce. Their fish is fried and tastes delicious, especially with malt vinegar drizzled generously on top. Their fries are ample, lining the whole entire plate under the large piece of cod. You find a hint of garlic within this combination of soft and crispy fries. Their entrée items can be paired with other sides including, scalloped potatoes, green beans, salad, cole slaw or their soup of the day.
Accompanying the fish and chips, their Lost Coast Brewery IPA (which was a special of the day) is a red bitter brew, but a bitter that grows less with each taste. If a red brew is not for your choosing, you can select one of their many draft beers available as well as wine by the glass. They offer a happy hour each day from 4-7 p.m., $2.00 off their beer and wine.
The Skeptical Chymist brings a touch of Ireland, both in atmosphere and food. Stop by today and you will not come away hungry or thirsty. Slainte!
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