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Samuel Beckett's Irish Gastro Pub

Irish Pub and Pub$$$$

Fairlington - Shirlington, Arlington

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7.3^/10

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Ranked #2 for Irish pubs in Arlington
"Great Fish and Chips!"(2 Tips)
"One of the best restrooms I've seen in an Irish bar in America"(2 Tips)
"Try the bangers and mash!"(3 Tips)
"Excellent, if a bit untraditional, fish 'n' chips."(3 Tips)

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bangers and mash
fish & chips
trivia
shepherd's pie
live Irish music
good for groups
cider
chili
great value
bar
meats
brunch food
spinach
dinner
root vegetables
curry sauce
lunch
blue cheese
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Sterling ArcherMay 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Get the Joyce Burger and a side or two of their curry sauce. Put the curry on the burger and fries its amazing!
Maggie MacGAugust 30, 2014
Been here 5+ times
This place can be pretty pricey but they run good specials on food and drinks for "happy hour" until 9 pm!
ThrillistJanuary 10, 2011
This Celtic temple to all things pub-ly is sporting Irish fuel like Smithwicks matched with the authentic bangers 'n mash. After a couple of rounds your writer instincts will surely kick in. Read more
Mike ImbrognoApril 9, 2023
The food is great here. And they have Powers on hand. Skip all those other “Irish Pubs” and come to Beckett’s where they get it. And you.
AskMenJanuary 14, 2011
If you would like to consume a fine selection of Irish beers before turning to the whiskys, & if you are not turned off by a mild folkloric bent, then we suggest you stop by this thoroughly done spot.
K TJune 7, 2013
Everyone has to come back Thurs June 20th for the 19th St band + awesome atmosphere, drinks and great happy hour specials! See you then!!
Yasaman MahdianJuly 18, 2019
These cheese balls were really good. But everything else was quite ordinary.
Vanessa FrenchSeptember 5, 2011
Best chili I've ever had in my life. Next time I'm going to venture and try the Irish cider — very refreshing!
Ben H.April 23, 2013
Been here 50+ times
They just revamped their menu for the better. Try the Irish Sausage Rolls.
Derek ZellerJune 26, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Good semi traditional Irish fare and drink. Good service as well.
willouApril 2, 2014
Happy hours is really cheap. Good value for your money.
Christopher MarottaAugust 22, 2014
Ribeye with Baku cheese dressing is awesome!
Peggie AMarch 10, 2012
Been here 10+ times
The best scallops I've ever had. I and try the root vegetable mash.amazing
BethFebruary 16, 2015
The chowder isn't anything to write home about, but the bangers and mash are great
David JohnsonJune 2, 2011
I lived in Shirlington for 4 years and they open this place less than a year after moving...Damn! Great pub!!!
Jordan RoseAugust 7, 2014
The nachos are real good but make sure to skip the wings.
Zak ButterfieldFebruary 13, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Burgers are great. Skip the bread pudding.
NevadaMay 16, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Get Crabbie's Ginger Beer with Jameson. Thank me later
MelodyJanuary 17, 2013
20% off bottle of wine on Wednesday nights!
toluApril 6, 2014
Their curry fries are amazing
Nicole BiggsFebruary 12, 2012
Great atmosphere! The selection is great as well.
jennifer moss kincaidJune 21, 2011
the spinach & artichoke dip is THE BEST ever! fish & chips are awesome too.
Beth SteinkeFebruary 26, 2011
Amazing food. scallops were delicious, steak was too. staff very attentive.
Jonathan CoffmanApril 6, 2011
The open-faced smoked salmon sandwich is delightful. Give it a try!
Priscilla HoldtDecember 11, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Calamari! Amazing! Extra jalapeño please!
Melinda SigalAugust 7, 2014
Been here 10+ times
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Lisa ByrneJuly 9, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Ask them to go easy on the blue cheese with them lamb burger
HomeOwner Solution Network Inc.January 27, 2013
Can't beat their prices on great pints!!!
Bruce HashimFebruary 1, 2014
Obviously the place to be for Rugby
Jennifer HillMarch 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Tall Kyle's bloody marys are the best this side of the pond!
Matt DickerMay 5, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Excellent, if a bit untraditional, fish 'n' chips.
Lisa ByrneJanuary 9, 2011
Been here 25+ times
One of the best restrooms I've seen in an Irish bar in America
Chris JohnstonJuly 1, 2012
Veggie fries are quite good.
John AthaydeFebruary 7, 2012
The lamb burger is excellent!
Gary ShoopNovember 21, 2013
Great Fish and Chips!
Jeff GOctober 27, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Try the bangers and mash!
Chas LumApril 17, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Beautiful bar, nice staff, good beers, horrible food
Shaun SleeperMay 4, 2012
Been here 5+ times
LIVE Irish music every Thursday !!!
Lisa ByrneJanuary 18, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Lamb Burger is awesome. Fresh cut chips.
JavierOctober 28, 2012
Great fish and chips
Clay RJuly 28, 2011
Been here 5+ times
They make a proper Snake Bite!
Rod LittrellFebruary 5, 2016
Rib eye steak advertised as aged corn fed but grocery store average tough at best. Meh
Allison KasicJanuary 4, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Fish and chips are decent.
Denise ChaykunApril 27, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Trivia on Tuesday nights!!
Mac StoddardAugust 21, 2011
Get the Shepard's Pie!!!
Jared CampbellSeptember 21, 2015
Exactly what you'd expect for an Irish Bar in Shirlington. Nothing great, nothing terrible.
Lisa ByrneJanuary 18, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Lamb stew very tender. Nom!
Clarissa SarinoMarch 26, 2011
Lamb burger is yum!
Jonathan MendezFebruary 27, 2011
Try the Fish & Chips
Philip TicknerApril 24, 2011
Great Bloody Marys!!

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