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Pub, Beer Garden, and Gastropub$$$$
Soulard, St Louis
"Guinness stew - Guinness braised beef tips, potatoes, and..."(3 Tips)
"Great live Irish music and the best patio in St. Louis."(2 Tips)
"Best potato soup, ever!"(4 Tips)
"Best city outdoor bar I've seen in awhile!!!!!!"(3 Tips)
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The food is traditional Irish fare at moderate prices. Great live music. The patio is huge and beautiful. Drinks a bit on the pricier side but worth it for the atmosphere.Upvoted Nov 27, 2024- Great live Irish music and the best patio in St. Louis. Enjoy dinner on the patio and then come inside for an Irish coffee or one of their aged Irish whiskeys and enjoy the music.
Riverfront TimesAugust 14, 2014Such a welcoming place that it equally suits the blue-collar after-work drinkers, the hungry neighborhood regulars at lunch and dinner and the preppily dressed west-county throngs on weekends. Read more
- Riverfront TimesNovember 20, 2014A St. Louis institution since 1978, John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden in Soulard is known just as much for its food and beer as the traditional Irish music seven nights a week. Read more
Michael MorganApril 18, 2021The patio here is beautiful! It is huge! During the colder months there is a fire pit and numerous heaters. During the summer there is a fountain. Only negative is this place can get pretty wild.- 24 Hour Food GeekJanuary 11, 2019Guinness stew - Guinness braised beef tips, potatoes, and carrots in a sourdough bread bowl.#24hourfoodgeek Follow us at http://24hourfoodgeek.wordpress.com
Theo JamesJanuary 26, 2016Came here before a blues game, had the Reuben, very tasty! Didn't have some beers I wanted but still legit place!
Matthew HurstJanuary 3, 2013In addition to serving traditional Irish dishes, pub faire, and tasty beer, McGurk's regularly hosts touring Irish musicians who perform in the bar at night. Read more
Rob WallaceMay 23, 2013HUGE covered outdoor bars ... that's right, more than one outdoor bar area! Just a huge party all the time!
John SalviJune 11, 2019Rueben Corned Beef Sandwiches Best Corned Sandwiches in Saint Louis also the potato chips are awesome !
B. Kyle BassFebruary 7, 2011Be sure to hit up some fantastic live Irish music...they bring in some great performers that help make it a great atmosphere. Oh, and they do have an ATM, which can come in handy.
Ricardo RodriguezJune 10, 2015The best patio I know of, extremely inviting, lots of trees, waterfall and lots of seating.
Kathryn Mackey DennisAugust 16, 2014Schlafly's pa, boulevard wheat, 5 day IPA are great! All the food is fantastic! And the Patio?! Awesome!
Always gets very busy on the weekends so if you want a table, get there early.
DJ DB1November 14, 2012Great place to go have drink and eat or even take a date. We Irish do it right you can bet yur arse.
Irish music, Irish dancing, great food and drink. I love grabbing some Magner's and a couple of reels with my Irish Dance friends here.
Michael BrimhallFebruary 24, 2013Probably the best Irish pub I've ever been to. I stop in every time in St. Louis
Burgers are good, but order usually overcooked so order 1 down (ie "medium" for a "medium well")
John KrukMay 20, 2011Very authentic. Best cormed beef sandwitch that I've eaten for ages. Draft Irish beers. Band from Ireland playing now.
Justin J.April 23, 2012Great place to grab food(early though!) party place at night. Great outdoor bars/patio
Laura WhiteMarch 16, 2013Here for St pats...food was AMAZING!.and the staff handles the crazy crowd very well!
- Riverfront TimesOctober 26, 20112011 RFT Best of St. Louis Readers' Pick Winner - Best Outdoor Dining.
Try the Ribeye With Bleu Cheese Crust - A must have at Mcgurks
Singing in the shower is cool but stay out of the fountain. Thanks.
Plan a party with them - they're very accommodating and can handle last-minute!
Matt FerchFebruary 2, 2010Best patio in St. Louis! Inside is also great, especially when there's an Irish band playing.
Matt KuppingerFebruary 23, 2011Stop in after work, after a game or just anytime. Good food, good drinks.
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John D. McGurk's Irish Pub and Garden
1200 Russell Blvd (at 12th St)
St Louis, MO 63104
United States
St Louis, MO 63104
United States
rish Music, Great Food and a breaktaking 10,000 square foot garden with breathtaking scenery!
Open until 1:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 11:00 AM–1:30 AM
- Sun
- 3:00 PM–Midnight
(314) 776-8309
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Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
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Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
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Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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