Opening day, this flagship is packed. A true sports bar. This restored tower house has at least 40 flat-screen televisions some being very large displays. Not a bad seat to be had. The two story Spanish Colonial Revival Architecture and Ireland's classical Gothic themes are offered up in this structure.
First up on tap.
TK Lager, an American red lager. All malt backbone, lighter and gentle. Second beer, Kilt lifter, Scottish ale branded as an IPA but when I think of IPA I think of a loud hoppy beer. Kilt lifter is a bit sweeter malt with a hazy copper color. As a beer advocate, I prefer more of a boozy burn but these are good sippers. $5 each. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bftuYnG58kywe6FSmqMrZw?select=gGZxus2GNBMXFis6zCs9Yg
For dinner.
Old Dublin Irish Stew. Tender beef pot roast with carrots, celery and onions slow cooked in a rich and hearty Guinness beef stock, topped with a scoop of Colcannon Irish Potatoes and a side of tasty garlic bread. This was premium stew. $9. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bftuYnG58kywe6FSmqMrZw?userid=iXGoQVfBXU0CrwrRBWXozA
Day number two I decided to have the drunkin clams. These are an appetizer. Small sea shells. I didn't count them but It seemed like I had a couple dozen. They were fresh and excellent. The clams are steamed in Guinness for a quarter hour, imparting a slight bitterness to the delicious broth. $10. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bftuYnG58kywe6FSmqMrZw?select=65pVJE66sZK6Li0mgYHQlg
Every bar needs hot wings. These were meaty and very enjoyable. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/bftuYnG58kywe6FSmqMrZw?select=V_IsOvyVPhaLQxjR3YecRg
This noble shelter is not what I would expect. We all were having a great time, the guys around me and the couples at the tables. I spent a couple of hours chatting away. When some good games are broadcast, this will be a great area to have some fun.
Like maybe Kentucky or Syracuse Basketball.