The Best Irish Bars in Vancouver
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Vancouver is a very multicultural city. About 40% of the population are immigrants, and many of them originate from Ireland and the United Kingdom. Fortunately, they can still feel at home as there are many Irish pubs in the city—here are some of the best.
Dublin Crossing
Pub, Restaurant, Irish, Pub Grub
With two locations in the Greater Vancouver Area—on SW Marine Drive, which opened in February 2016, and in Surrey—Dublin Crossing is a great Irish bar option for people not wanting to drive or transit into the city. Their food menu includes Irish pub fare, shared plates, and a variety of burgers and sandwiches. Behind the red door is an elegant dining experience, reminiscent of authentic pubs in Ireland.
The Irish Heather
Pub, Pub Grub, Irish
Doolin’s Irish Pub
Pub, Irish, Pub Grub
Located on Granville Street, Doolin’s Irish Pub is known for being the life of the party. The bar regularly broadcasts big sports events and is all about the music. There’s a DJ on Friday and Saturday nights, and local acoustic musicians during the week. Kick back at Doolin’s and enjoy one of over 23 craft, domestic, and international beers on tap.
Wolf and Hound
Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub, Irish
Dubh Linn Gate
Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub, Irish
“May the sound of happy music, and the lilt of Irish laughter, fill your heart with gladness.” This description is how Dubh Linn Gate hopes you feel after visiting their Irish pubs, in either South False Creek in Vancouver or Whistler. Their specials and events include happy hour deals, weekend brunch until 3 pm, weekly live music, board game night on Tuesdays, and Wednesday trivia nights.
Blarney Stone
Bar, Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub, Irish
Mahony & Sons
Pub, Restaurant, Irish, Pub Grub
Carlos O’Bryan’s Neighborhood Pub
Pub, Restaurant, Pub Grub, Irish, Mexican
With several locations in Vancouver and across British Columbia’s interior, Carlos O’Bryan’s Neighborhood Pub is a favorite. Food highlights on their menu include pachos, which are lattice-style seasoned fries topped with cheese and green onions; various chicken dishes such as Celtic chicken; and the Guinness beef burger.
Shebeen Whiskey House
Gastropub, Pub Grub, Irish
Owned by the same Irish folk behind The Irish Heather, Shebeen Whiskey House sits next door and focuses on one of Ireland’s favorite things—whiskey. They serve the same food as The Irish Heather, including tapas, pub grub, and shared platters. But their drinks menu includes mixed drinks, beers, and a huge list of whiskeys primarily made in Ireland, Scotland, and the United States.