We walk in and immediately get greated with this nonchalant attitude which ya know, whatever. We sit down and get our water and beers. Service is EXTREMELY slow. We then finally order our food after what seemed like longer than it should. Scotch Eggs which were ok. My wife got the cottage pie which looked great and tasted fine. I got the bangers and mash which at first glance, did not look great. 3 anemic looking sausages over unseasoned mash with gravy that was missing the onions with beans on the side. Everything but the sausages were cold which tells me they are probably microwaved. I sent it back and got another 10 minutes later with a new dish that has the missing onions, but the beans were cold again. Flavor wasn't great either, pretty bland. I think the best part of the experience was the Smithwicks beer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Scotch Eggs, Bangers and Mash, Cottage Pie
Mike Scully
Lights were on full the whole time. No music was playing. Half the tables had dishes from past guest still on them and no one cleaned them even tho they were very well over staffed. Terrible bar, but that just might be all of virginia at this point
Laura Keenan
Grace O’Malley’s Pub is a no-brainer when you find yourself in Norfolk, offering up classic pub grub in a laid-back atmosphere.While perusing the menu, my envy peaked as my friend’s choice, the tomato soup and cheddar cheese sandwich, arrived looking absolutely fantastic. Despite its simple description, it exceeded expectations in both presentation and taste, according to my friend’s glowing review. Of note and to my disappointment there was no cheeseburger on the menu though.Service at Grace O’Malley’s is swift, ensuring you’ll be digging into your meal in no time. Overall, if you’re in the mood for a casual dining experience with reliably good food, I highly recommend giving Grace O’Malley’s Pub a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sam Lopez
There was an Irish band playing. Had my fish n chips. Pretty good. Tried the Shepherd's pie which was pretty good. Good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie, Chips
Amanda Ridolfi
Good drinks and fun atmosphere with live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Jeffrey Spencer
Excellent service, food, and atmosphere. Tried the poutine, scotch eggs, fish and chips. Will come back to try more items on the menu. Was loud inside during dinner rush so be cautious with sound sensitive kids.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Scotch Eggs, Cottage Pie, Chips, Dublin Poutine
Thomas
Forgot to take more photos lolService was extremely slow epically since not many people were there . Everyone was very nice though.Salad was very delicious. Dressing was nice . Salmon was perfectly cooked .Will come again .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
J Bridwell
One of the hosts was having a horrible day. I don't know what was wrong, but she was incredibly rude and off-putting. My GF and I feel that it was something outside if work, and we gave her grace. We really enjoyed this spot. Music was good. Food was good. We probably stayed longer than we should. Date night and we were completely caught up in our own energy, but it was a great date. We will come back!! I like the one in Matthews NC, also.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie
Brennan
Went here on a Friday night and it was such a good time. The food is so good and they give you a lot. The live music was amazing and I want to go back. Service was good but not great tonight.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie
Kevin Felgentreu
Great Irish pub. The food was great and the drinks were on point. Can't wait to come back!
Lots of Irish atmosphere with terrific beer and whiskey selection. This is truly the place for the perfect pint of Guinness. While there is a great selection of Irish food the fish and chips I had were a bit mushy in the breading, not worth sending back as the fish itself was perfectly cooked and the scotch eggs I had for a starter were fantastic with the well spiced mustard dip. Our server was a bit distracted but it may well be because it was busy.The band, Glasgow Kiss, what can I say other than perfection. They really give the feeling of an Irish cailie gathering!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, Cottage Pie
Kyle Roberts
The chicken gouldons and shanty were amazing along with the other beers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Appex Nebula (AnimeNebula003)
Kid-friendliness: There is a specialty treat selection for both kids and adults. There is a kid's menu available all days of the week. Free Wi-Fi is available for all guests.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant entrance is connected directly to the sidewalk. The dining area and bathrooms are both accessible by wheelchair.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, Irish
Tiquila McNeill
Live music. Food and drinks were good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessica S
Food is always amazing. Just seems like over the past few times we have come the place isnt very clean. Bar was dirty this visit. Floors were sticky. Just wasn't up to par from our previous visits.Our server/bartender was pleasant but was very chatty with another bar guest (seemed like a friend) so it took us awhile to get our check when we were ready to go.The host was sitting at a booth/table by the front door with an airpod in and head resting on the table. Not sure if they were asleep or watching phone in lap. It was just unprofessional and off putting.Kitchen staff is on point though. Food was excellent. Front of the house could use some help.
We walk in and immediately get greated with this nonchalant attitude which ya know, whatever. We sit down and get our water and beers. Service is EXTREMELY slow. We then finally order our food after what seemed like longer than it should. Scotch Eggs which were ok. My wife got the cottage pie which looked great and tasted fine. I got the bangers and mash which at first glance, did not look great. 3 anemic looking sausages over unseasoned mash with gravy that was missing the onions with beans on the side. Everything but the sausages were cold which tells me they are probably microwaved. I sent it back and got another 10 minutes later with a new dish that has the missing onions, but the beans were cold again. Flavor wasn't great either, pretty bland. I think the best part of the experience was the Smithwicks beer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Scotch Eggs, Bangers and Mash, Cottage Pie
Lights were on full the whole time. No music was playing. Half the tables had dishes from past guest still on them and no one cleaned them even tho they were very well over staffed. Terrible bar, but that just might be all of virginia at this point
Grace O’Malley’s Pub is a no-brainer when you find yourself in Norfolk, offering up classic pub grub in a laid-back atmosphere.While perusing the menu, my envy peaked as my friend’s choice, the tomato soup and cheddar cheese sandwich, arrived looking absolutely fantastic. Despite its simple description, it exceeded expectations in both presentation and taste, according to my friend’s glowing review. Of note and to my disappointment there was no cheeseburger on the menu though.Service at Grace O’Malley’s is swift, ensuring you’ll be digging into your meal in no time. Overall, if you’re in the mood for a casual dining experience with reliably good food, I highly recommend giving Grace O’Malley’s Pub a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
There was an Irish band playing. Had my fish n chips. Pretty good. Tried the Shepherd's pie which was pretty good. Good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie, Chips
Good drinks and fun atmosphere with live music
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 3
Excellent service, food, and atmosphere. Tried the poutine, scotch eggs, fish and chips. Will come back to try more items on the menu. Was loud inside during dinner rush so be cautious with sound sensitive kids.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Scotch Eggs, Cottage Pie, Chips, Dublin Poutine
Forgot to take more photos lolService was extremely slow epically since not many people were there . Everyone was very nice though.Salad was very delicious. Dressing was nice . Salmon was perfectly cooked .Will come again .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
One of the hosts was having a horrible day. I don't know what was wrong, but she was incredibly rude and off-putting. My GF and I feel that it was something outside if work, and we gave her grace. We really enjoyed this spot. Music was good. Food was good. We probably stayed longer than we should. Date night and we were completely caught up in our own energy, but it was a great date. We will come back!! I like the one in Matthews NC, also.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie
Went here on a Friday night and it was such a good time. The food is so good and they give you a lot. The live music was amazing and I want to go back. Service was good but not great tonight.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips, Shepherd's Pie
Great Irish pub. The food was great and the drinks were on point. Can't wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Lots of Irish atmosphere with terrific beer and whiskey selection. This is truly the place for the perfect pint of Guinness. While there is a great selection of Irish food the fish and chips I had were a bit mushy in the breading, not worth sending back as the fish itself was perfectly cooked and the scotch eggs I had for a starter were fantastic with the well spiced mustard dip. Our server was a bit distracted but it may well be because it was busy.The band, Glasgow Kiss, what can I say other than perfection. They really give the feeling of an Irish cailie gathering!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, Cottage Pie
The chicken gouldons and shanty were amazing along with the other beers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kid-friendliness: There is a specialty treat selection for both kids and adults. There is a kid's menu available all days of the week. Free Wi-Fi is available for all guests.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant entrance is connected directly to the sidewalk. The dining area and bathrooms are both accessible by wheelchair.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shepherd's Pie, Bangers and Mash, Irish
Live music. Food and drinks were good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is always amazing. Just seems like over the past few times we have come the place isnt very clean. Bar was dirty this visit. Floors were sticky. Just wasn't up to par from our previous visits.Our server/bartender was pleasant but was very chatty with another bar guest (seemed like a friend) so it took us awhile to get our check when we were ready to go.The host was sitting at a booth/table by the front door with an airpod in and head resting on the table. Not sure if they were asleep or watching phone in lap. It was just unprofessional and off putting.Kitchen staff is on point though. Food was excellent. Front of the house could use some help.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Fish and Chips