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Murphy's Grand Irish Pub

Irish Pub, Pub, and Whisky Bar$$$$

Old Town, Alexandria

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8.1^/10

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"Best place outside NE to watch Patriots football"(6 Tips)
"Great place to warm up by the fireplace and have a Guinness!"(6 Tips)
"Great service..traditional Irish food, super good."(5 Tips)
"brunch specials for $9.95 consisting of Belgium Waffles"(3 Tips)

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Angela PiscitelliMay 29, 2018
The Reuben was the best I have ever tasted. The ambience is upbeat, with Irish folk music playing in the background. I was very touched by the commemorative shovel from 9-11 on the wall.
BautSeptember 7, 2018
A friend and I were in Alexandria with our two ten-year-olds. It can be tough to find a place that has something to appeal to the kids where the grownups want to eat, but Murphy's fit the bill.
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M KarzenOctober 19, 2016
A great place for fun and drinks. The spinach artichoke dip in a bread bowl is awesome! The staff (from the management down to the servers) is friendly and fun. Make sure you stay for the love music!!
Upvoted Mar 22
Kaitlin KukurudaAugust 15, 2019
My favorite place to eat when I am in the DC area. I love their meat pie with gravy and taters! I've been here the past 2 times I have visited DC. I look forward to the next time I get to go.
Andrew SpenceDecember 27, 2016
Been going here for years. Stopped by for a pint during lunch. Lunch nachos are huge and very tasty. Enough food for two people. The atmosphere is always awesome here. Good beer and great people!
Josepasqui98September 29, 2015
Love it! I had my best times at this place. The bar at night is great. People working there are awesome, and it attracts fun , young and great crowd. Drinks and late night menus are great too.
BurkeNovember 5, 2015
I'd never been to an Irish pub before and after coming here, I would definitely come back. The vibe inside is great, especially if you're looking for a lively crowd. Good beer/drinks, great bar staff
jeyoDecember 14, 2015
One of the liveliest places in town at night! Get great drinks, bar food, and cool company!
Garcia63September 9, 2015
Met my friend and her dad her for a quick brunch on a Sunday around 11am. We all enjoyed the brunch specials for $9.95 consisting of Belgium Waffles, Crab Benedict, and Ham n Cheese Quiche.
Erica TanzerJanuary 28, 2016
I've been here numerous times, and the food is always delicious. The crab cakes are soft and moist, the curry chicken is wonderful, I can go on. Service is excellent as well. It's my go to spot.
Anthony ZahlerFebruary 20, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Steak Thursday is a must! Shrimp Killarney and Irish egg rolls start you off just right, While the fish and chips are just about perfect! Come for food, great music and a great staff!
OllySeptember 14, 2015
I have been coming to Murphy's for about 8 years now for the Patriots games and it is always a great time. Prices are good, food is awesome and the staff is awesome.
sanfordFebruary 17, 2017
Stopped in for dinner and was pleasently surprised with 1/2 priced entrees and beers. My wife had the Irish stew and I had the pot pie, both were excellent.
JulieAJanuary 19, 2016
mmmm. lovely shepherd's pie and beer. at night, they also have live music (at least on the weekends). it's very inviting and a nice place to spend a low-key evening.
Carval8November 17, 2015
Classic and mil style place,... It is good to spend Friday or Saturday night there ,... They have live Irish music which starts at 8:30 every night, awesome
Laura NasuskisSeptember 21, 2015
This is a fun, fun bar! Lots of great beer on tap and good food. Every time I've been in there's been a guitar singer with lots of sing alongs and interaction. Way too much fun!
Kart101October 17, 2017
Plenty of booze to choose from, the bartenders are always friendly and get your order both correct and back to you on time. I've been here a few dozen times
SenaOctober 28, 2015
I don't know if it's a regular thing or not, but every time I've gone in there's been live music. The food & service are good. The prices are reasonable. I make sure I go once every time I go to DC.
Alexandria MurphysSeptember 29, 2011
$14.95 Steak Night at Murphy's Irish Pub every Thursday from 5pm-9pm. Filets, Primerib, Ribeye, T-Bone and New York Strip are some of the tender steaks we offer. Don't to forget H-H from 4pm-7pm, M-F.
C GMarch 20, 2018
The atmosphere is cozy and reminds me of the pubs near where I lived in London. The fireplace is great to warm yourself by on chilly days.
NatalieNovember 23, 2015
The bartender was excellent! She was friendly, funny, and attentive. Reasonably priced, good live music, and a good crowd. I will definitely be back, worth a visit.
Darcy HalewSeptember 14, 2018
This is definitely a 5-star pub!! The staff was attentive and we had prompt service. I can see why every seat was taken and the pub was standing room only!!
Annabell44December 17, 2015
We had lunch here and really enjoyed the food. We had hamburgers and chicken tenders for starters. I loved the Irish music playing in the background.
MollyOctober 5, 2016
We're out of town and the food/service was great. My dad loves to taste beers this was the perfect match for him. We'll be back.
Toni DAugust 27, 2015
Great apps, atmosphere , drinks food and exceptional service. Always a good time. The staff is great, makes it always feel like a neighborhood pub.
ArnoldNovember 13, 2015
The boyfriend and I had a jolly good time here. Music and atmosphere was good. Our server had perfect timing. Their fish and chips was the best I ever had!
L PAugust 5, 2016
Great atmosphere! Tons of fun on a Friday or Saturday night. Good food, but get there early to be able to find a table.
tuckerSeptember 8, 2016
This place is AWESOME. Good service, tasty food, fireplace, constant entertainment, and beer beer beer. If you want some Irish forth night, head here.
Katrina ChiappettaNovember 11, 2013
Thursday night steak specials are pretty great, and the crab cakes were awesome. I would definitely return to this place if I'm in Alexandria again.
Bitches Who BrunchJanuary 10, 2014
The Bitches Say: B. The grade would have been a C, but Murphy’s Irish Pub has the character, the amazing staff, and a great brunch deal. But please, get me an authentic Irish brekkie.
VeraOctober 11, 2017
This is a very fun place to go with large groups of people, we have always found the staff to be very accommodating to our needs.
DifficultBasin758August 24, 2018
This is a very fun place to go with large groups of people, we have always found the staff to be very accommodating to our needs.
Daimu47December 29, 2015
This is a very fun place. Our server Maria was extremely friendly and helpful. The Sheppards pie she recommended was awesome.
Alison MayoMarch 27, 2015
Trivia night on Tuesdays is a lot of fun and not too difficult. There's also a ton of seating upstairs for large groups.
Club216July 13, 2018
We tried Murphy's and the fish portions were large, very fresh and tasty, price was good and the chips were fresh cut potato slices.
kinnie bJuly 22, 2016
I love Murphy's. This is a regular brunch spot for my group, and I've also had some very nice dinners here as well.
AC508September 2, 2016
I love Murphy's. This is a regular brunch spot for my group, and I've also had some very nice dinners here as well.
SaraJanuary 8, 2018
The bill was surprising low for the 4 of us. We drank beers all night and a couple of shots. So not bad at all. I'm sure we will be back some time down the road.
Lenoeal44December 22, 2015
You can always rely on Murphy's for a GRAND ol' time in Old Town! Get there early for a seat though. Don't forget to check out the 2nd floor, too. :)
Etherea ProseJuly 20, 2018
Excellent food. Good service. Only downfall was the live music was extremely loud - but the artist was very good.
Eberharts98July 7, 2016
Its a great atmosphere in the winter when its cold out and hot inside with the windows open. Just a good Irish bar to hang out with friends at.
Chris MaynardSeptember 5, 2016
Talk about a great spot. Cold beer , great food , attentive staff and lots of sports on TV. Thank you for the great experience.
Brian WellsOctober 31, 2017
Cool collection of police patches on the wall behind the bar. Fun to try and guess the exact area based on the patch.
Alicia O'MaraAugust 8, 2013
Always a great place to stop in and enjoy. I wish they carried Crispin Cider or Strongbow on tap. Catch Pat Garvey if you can.
Alice GMarch 26, 2018
Good beer selection, great service, and live music. What else can you ask of a good Irish pub?
John RalstenMay 12, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Closed the bar here many nights. Great crowd, awesome music & Irish cidar on tap. If you're here for dinner, you can't go wrong with the Jameson's Strip Steak.
ParkerSeptember 25, 2017
This is a great bar that has good music on the weekends. It fills up pretty quickly but not too much so
Stephen OparkaFebruary 20, 2023
A roaring fireplace and attentive, friendly bar service! Great ambiance for a pint.
BernardOctober 31, 2017
Love the place and good drinks here! Oh BTW there is a upstairs!! No one ever knows that!!
GretaOctober 26, 2016
Always a fun place for all ages, very traditional - and thanks to the bartender

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