Of course St. Patrick's Day is a natural time to seek out good corned beef and cabbage and maybe sip on some green beer. But there are Irish spots available in Charlotte all year long if you get a hankering for a good shepherd's pie or Guinness on tap.
Ri Ra Irish Pub
Located in the heart of Uptown, Ri Ra caters to bankers' lunches, after-work happy hours and even pre-theater dinners. The two-level pub and restaurant overlooks Hearst Center and sits across from the Mint Museum of Craft + Design. The menu mixes traditional Irish fare such as Beef 'n' Guinness Stew and Fish 'n' Chips with more modern cuisine like a Portobello Wrap and a Crab Cake Sandwich. But don't forget a pint with that!208 N. Tryon St
Charlotte, NC 28202
704-333-5554
Connolly's on 5th
Connolly's is a neighborhood bar right in the middle of Center City where you can enjoy a pint or a shot of whiskey any day of the week.115 E. 5th St.
Charlotte, NC 28205
704-358-9070
Tyber Creek Pub
South End's Irish pub focuses on the beverages and the music, featuring $2 Guinness pints all day every day as well as live music most nights of the week. While the menu is mainly bar food -- think non-Irish wings and nachos -- you can still get Fish and Chips if you wish.1933 South Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28203
704-343-2727
Murphy's Food & Spirits
Murphy's sits on Woodlawn just east of I-77 between Nations Rd. Crossing and Old Pineville. The new Lynx light-rail makes this a hot spot for a train ride. At Murphy's you can enjoy a daily lunch buffet from 11 a.m - 2 p.m. as well as a full menu featuring traditional Irish fare.131 E. Woodlawn
Charlotte, NC
704-527-8002
Hartigan's Irish Pub
Make no mistake, Hartigan's is a bar, but the burgers and sandwiches shouldn't be taken lightly as they're surprisingly tasty! Hartigan's sits across a parking lot from the Carolina Panther's practice field and is just blocks away from Bank of America Stadium making this pub a favorite for pre- and post-game celebrating (or lamenting). On weekdays during football season you can grab a bite to eat and then walk over in hopes of seeing a Panther up close and personal.601 South Cedar St.
Charlotte, NC
704-347-1841
