P.J. O'Brien Irish Pub & Restaurant

I hope this place remains here forever. Perfect Guinness pour. Bread pudding was finished before a photo could be taken. Place isn’t flashy (if that’s your thing) but it always hits the spot.

December 15, 2024 on Google

What a fun down the alley pub. It's starts to look a bit Scooby-Doo, but it's worth it. I was on a liquid diet this time in, but their brunch menu almost ruined that. I'm looking forward to trying this place out for food. Their beer is cold, and the bartender was quick. What more can I ask for. Was worth a try, and I'm adding this place on my list to come back to. It's worth a look.

December 11, 2024 on Google

Great pub, nice atmosphere. I had home made soup and Texas burger which were great. They make their own patties so you can choose how well you want it cooked. 5/5 for pub grub. Cool to see this quaint old building in the middle of modern office buildings and condos.

September 8, 2024 on Google

Visiting in town and stumbled across this place. The food and drinks were amazing and our server was very sweet and kind! We had a wonderful time celebrating my best friend’s birthday and will definitely come back again!

August 31, 2024 on Google

This review is based on my visit to the establishment for a private event, and not a regular visit to the restaurant. I would recommend this place for hosting private events since the food, atmosphere, and service were all good. This is a cozy Irish pub located downtown Toronto, not too far from Yonge & Wellington. It's an excellent place for holding private corporate, or social events since they have a separate space upstairs from the main restaurant area, with a different entrance off to the side to keep your event private from the general public at the restaurant. This private space also has a mini bar, with your own private bartender, enough seating space for at least 20 people, and a fire place to add to the cozy atmosphere. For private events, the restaurant offers different course menus for you to choose from. The menu at this event was a 3 course menu, with at least 3 options under each course for guests to choose from. I ordered the green salad, steak, and chocolate torte. Considering the number of people they needed to prepare dishes for, and being able time it right so that they could bring out all the food at approximately the same time, I wound say the food here was pretty good. The dishes also all arrived within a reasonable amount of time after we placed our order, and the servers were consistently checking to see if we had finished eating before bringing out the next dish. The staff here were friendly, and our bartender was willing to make cocktails not on the menu as long as they had the ingredients for it.

November 14, 2023 on Google

4.2/5 Great pub with a cozy atmosphere and surprisingly good food. The interior is what you’d expect of a pub, nothing fancy but warm and comfortable. The servers were very pleasant and attentive. They have a wide variety of draft beer and a large food menu. We tried their Pizza, Wings and Onion rings. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food as it was hot and quite tasty. It’s standard bar food so nothing exceptional, but much better than the frozen and heated entrees you get at most chain bar restaurants. The prices are exceptionally reasonable for the location ranging from $16-25 for most items. Overall, a great experience. I’d highly recommend dropping in for drinks and food after work!

October 29, 2023 on Google

I had the $30 lamb shank, which was tender and delicious. The $23 beef stew was thinner than expected but still tasty. The portions were good, and the bread and butter were free! It was still a bit pricey overall. The servers were nice, and it was very lively on a Tuesday night. The seating is pretty tight, and it's quite warm inside.

October 26, 2023 on Google

Our first visit to this Irish pub was a delightful experience. The charming and lively atmosphere, combined with its tasteful decor, set the perfect mood. During our visit, we decided to indulge in a picnic salad, beef stew, and a couple of pints of beer. The food exceeded our expectations; the picnic salad featured fresh spring mix and succulent chicken, while the beef stew was tender and incredibly flavorful. One highlight was the beef stew, which came with a bunch sliced of bread. Dipping the bread into the rich beef broth was a delightful treat. Our server also played a crucial role in making our visit enjoyable. Her helpful recommendations greatly enhanced our dining experience. With such a positive experience, we're eagerly looking forward to returning soon!

October 15, 2023 on Google