Located in the heart of the hubbub of Fremont Street, Hennessy’s Tavern is a reliable spot for beer, bar food, and live music. A weekday happy hour offers a variety $5 deals on drinks and appetizers—think draft beers, fresh-squeezed screwdrivers, and loaded tater tots. Bands range from acoustic folk-rock soloists to ’80s cover bands with My Sharona covers and wraparound sunglasses.
For auld sod authenticity, it’s hard to beat McMullan’s. The McMullan family owned bars for generations back in Ireland and their Las Vegas outpost features a bar that was manufactured in Dublin with authentic family memorabilia adorning the walls. Several differently decorated rooms create an Irish village vibe and keep things cozy. The bar pours a variety of pints and also makes some of the best Irish coffee in town, while the kitchen turns out solid comfort food, such as Nanny Mac’s shepherd’s pie or a killer basket of fish ‘n chips.
Located in the New York New York casino, right off the “Brooklyn Bridge,” Nine Fine Irishmen celebrates the Emerald Isle with live Irish folk music and clog dancers nightly. The patio offers Strip views, while the interior is styled with dark woods, polished brass, and statues of Ireland’s literary greats. The menu has plenty of hearty options, such as corned beef sandwiches, seafood chowder, and bangers ‘n mash.
Ireland by way of L.A.’s Sunset Strip, Rock & Reilly’s bar pours the Guinness 24 hours a day. Rib-sticking pub food includes Irish nachos, cheeseburger spring rolls, and mix & match sliders, complimented by an extensive menu of specialty cocktails. Beer and whiskey flights are available for those seeking a little extra lift. A laid-back vibe provides a respite from the frenzy of Las Vegas Boulevard.
The Three Angry Wives Pub has been pouring pints for over a dozen years. This dimly lit neighborhood bar is a good place to watch the game or just have a beer and some chicken fingers. The extensive menu offers plenty of sandwich and burger options as well as some specialty items, like a selection of baked potatoes stuffed with pulled pork, mushrooms, or other items.