Byrne's Pub in Grandview is "where the Irish meet"
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Byrne's Pub will welcome revelers to its St. Patrick's Day tent party tomorrow. Photos: Alissa Widman Neese/Axios
If you're craving Irish tastes and tunes this time of year, Byrne's Pub in Grandview is the perfect place to raise a pint.
The vibe: A so-called "Irish pub" isn't exactly hard to come by in Columbus — or anywhere, for that matter.
- But this dimly lit dive, founded by three Irish American brothers in 1995, offers some authentic staples that help it stand out.
- That includes a stage for hosting Irish bands on Saturdays, and a daylong lineup planned Tuesday for St. Patrick's Day.
What I ate: A cup of green-chili Irish stew made with Guinness ($7), a malty twist on a traditional dish, and a skillet of chili-cheese fries ($13).
- Sure, the latter isn't authentic Irish, but I have no regrets.
- My husband, a Reuben aficionado, stamped their sandwich with a seal of approval.
Between the lines: The stew is the base of their popular shepherd's pie, topped with baked mashed potatoes and Irish cheddar. But I messed up and visited Sunday, when there was a limited menu in place.
- Staff was focused on recovering from Saturday's St. Patrick's Day party — impressively powered by generators during this weekend's wind storms — and gearing up for another Tuesday.
What's next: A return trip to try that shepherd's pie!
Stop by: 1248 W. Third Ave. Hours. Menu.
