BOTTOM LINE: Quality Irish breakfast venue with a nice patio. Will be back to try their other offerings.
Cost:
-$22 for brunch (tax and tip included)
Atmosphere/Decor:
-Small, narrow bar area, high ceilings with accompanying piano and local photos of Ireland - I imagine it would get uncomfortably crowded with only 30 people.
-Open sky patio is about twice the size of the bar, which is fantastic, but seemingly a poor use of space given there's no obvious signs as to how it could be converted for winter use.
-Live folksy music with guitars, banjos, violins made for great atmosphere.
Ordered:
-Just came here for brunch a bit past noon on a Sunday and the place was virtually empty. Had a limited experience of everything, but I like that they had Murphy's on tap!
1. The Full Irish - the complete Irish breakfast!
-Banger: A very tasty sausage!
-Rasher: A hearty broiled slice of bacon. 'Nuff said.
-Blood pudding: Highlight of the meal. Blood sausages made authentically with a crumbly texture and light flavours.
-Beans and mushrooms: As per the description.
-Grilled tomato: Surprisingly good with the right amount of sweetness and nicely grilled.
-Potato farl: A thin potato pancake.
-Fried egg: As per the description.
2. Guinness with Carver champagne: A bubbly with the head and look of a Guiness coupled with sweet taste of champagne was a delight.
Service:
-A lot of reviewers have reported negative and near-hostile service, but I had a pretty neutral experience.
-Mind you, the place was nearly empty, and the service was moderately slow, but staff were polite and responsive.
Conclusion:
-A great brunch place made better without the line even though we got there after noon.