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The Blarney Stone. Virginia Beach, Virginia
What I'm about to say next will certainly strike a few nerves with a few people, especially those who frequent this place and run the joint. The Blarney Stone has been here for years, and I'm sure it'll be here for more to come. So, at the end of the day, I'm going to say what I have to say and that's that.
The Drunken Mallard
May 215 min read
Trinity Pub. Charlottesville, Virginia
Although, once you show up, you realize it's anything but nice, you feel out of place just for being out of school, and you spend every minute of your time waiting to finally get the hell out.
The Drunken Mallard
Apr 304 min read
Beef 'O' Brady's. Dade City, Florida
It's funny, actually, because when you take this thing full circle: I worked inside this exact Beef 'O' Brady's kitchen after I withdrew from Saint Leo University down the street. I went to school for Hotel Restaurant/Business Management, but I realized I didn't need a degree to manage restaurants or open one of my own. I figured, instead of wasting the next 4 years of my life sitting in a classroom and paying for it, I could be out in the field gaining experience and getting
The Drunken Mallard
Apr 236 min read
Shamrock Lounge & Package. Leesburg, Florida.
There's a printed sign on the wall that says, "No fighting, if you do, you're barred for 30 days, no exceptions." I think it's hilarious. Most Pubs will ban you for life if you pick a fight. Here at the Shammy Lounge? Eh, just disappear for 30 days, let those raccoon eyes recover, and bring a case of beer for the fridge next time you come in and we'll call it even.
The Drunken Mallard
Mar 194 min read
O'Toole's Pub. Columbus, Ohio
An Irish Pub in an American strip mall is one that will typically suck, but has the small percent chance of blowing your mind. When I say, "suck," I'm talking about what people traditionally consider an Irish Pub to be "authentic," where many expect a touch of properness, craftsmanship, and worthy food. Any Craic Addict within the Drunken Mallard community knows that those aren't the only things that can make an American Irish Pub a fantastic one (although important).
The Drunken Mallard
Feb 264 min read
The Dubliner. Louisville, KY
The worst rated Pub to date, The Dubliner in Louisville, KY. You can't have nice things without the bad ones! Check this out.
The Drunken Mallard
Dec 18, 20254 min read
Things Every New Pub Owner Can't Live Without (examples/pictures)
Simple, yet necessary things that every Pub owner needs to focus on to deliver the best experience and to ensure years of success.
The Drunken Mallard
Sep 18, 20255 min read
She-nannigan's. Chicago, Illinois
A place for partygoers and club-like dancing that pours a rather poor pint of Guinness. Beer-Pong, basketball hoops, and last night's puke await.
The Drunken Mallard
Sep 4, 20253 min read
Murphy's Bleachers. Chicago, Illinois
Cubs fans have a fun spot to watch a few innings, here. However, can a Reds fan have just as good of a time? We gave it a try.
The Drunken Mallard
Aug 7, 20254 min read
Brehon Pub. Chicago, Illinois
Dishing out Sloppy Joes without the Craic, Brehon Pub gives Chicago a poor representation on The Drunken Mallard's list of spots.
The Drunken Mallard
Jul 10, 20254 min read
O'Bryan's Irish Pub. Ashland, Ohio
A Pub with quite the elaborate food menu along with a gimmicky pour of Guinness. The Pub is rather clean for a place that feels so dirty.
The Drunken Mallard
Apr 17, 20253 min read
The Killarney Rose. New York, NY.
The eye candy is here but the Craic falls a bit short. A fine Pub that pours their Guinness in a gimmicky glass.
The Drunken Mallard
Feb 27, 20253 min read
McSwiggan's Pub. Hoboken, New Jersey.
The place smelled like one big fart when it filled up and the expensive priced Guinness comes with an average pour.
The Drunken Mallard
Feb 20, 20253 min read
The Top 5 Worst Pours of Guinness in 2024.
The Top 5 Worst Pours of Guinness in 2024. You WON'T BELIEVE what's sitting at #1.
The Drunken Mallard
Jan 4, 20253 min read
Murphy's Pubhouse. Indianapolis, Indiana
A lousy pour with a few fruit flies. Murphy's is at the end of a strip mall, and it lacks authenticity. Hobby Lobby decor and generic tables
The Drunken Mallard
Dec 19, 20243 min read
Tracey's Original Irish Channel Bar. New Orleans, LA.
A place that used to have the craic but lost it. No Guinness on tap and essentially no Irish culture. Perhaps a BDUB's wannabe with pinball.
The Drunken Mallard
Sep 12, 20242 min read
Maloney's Pub. Cincinnati, OH.
A slab of green paint alongside a terrible pour of Guinness. Maloney's give you one bad Irish experi with essentially zero craic.
The Drunken Mallard
Jul 4, 20243 min read
Curnayn's Tavern. Cincinnati, OH.
A local watering hole for Old Crow that doesn't deliver any craic. Fresh smell of garbage out front with a bathroom that gives you the eek.
The Drunken Mallard
Jun 6, 20242 min read
McCauly's Pub. Sharonville, OH.
A sports bar with quite the consistent Bishop's Collar.
The Drunken Mallard
Apr 25, 20242 min read
Cavan Irish Pub. Columbus, Ohio
The gay Irish Pub in the capital city providing drag shows and Guinness year round.
The Drunken Mallard
Apr 18, 20243 min read
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