Irish Restaurants in Glendale, Arizona

With the opening of the Westgate Center and other nearby dining and shopping venues, Glendale, Arizona, underwent a renaissance that began in 2007. With it came a modern vibe and more vibrant nightlife. While new is great, many still seek some of the charm inherent in older Glendale establishments. If you are one of those people, and Irish is up your alley, Glendale still has several solid choices.

McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon

Located in the heart of the Westgate Center is one of the more authentic Irish establishments you will find in Glendale. Known for its menu and happy-hour festivities, McFadden's offers a casual experience for those seeking a great meal with an Irish twist. Mind the dress code before stopping by, as McFadden's frowns on hats, baggy clothes, work boots and T-shirts

McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon
9425 West Coyotes Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85305
(623) 872-0022
www.mcfaddensglendale.com/

Padre Murphy's

Established in 1993, Padre Murphy's is modeled after the Irish-American pubs of Boston, with a whole lot of sports bar thrown in. Multiple televisions hang on the Padre's walls, ensuring every seat in the house has a great view of sports. While the menu is not as authentically Irish as some of the other establishments on this list, the food and atmosphere have still garnered a "Best of Phoenix" award five times from The Rep and once from New Times.

Padre Murphy's
4338 West Bell Road
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 547-9406
www.padremurphy.com/

Lis Doon Varna

For those after a truly Irish experience, Lis Doon Varna is as authentic as it gets. The building was crafted in Ireland, then shipped in pieces to Arizona and assembled onsite. Based on the culture inherent in the Irish town of Lisdoonvarna, the restaurant and pub offers live music, good food and an inviting social atmosphere reflective of the town's matchmaking heritage. Lis Doon Varna is minutes away from Glendale.

Lis Doon Varna
16100 North Arrowhead Fountain Center Drive
Peoria, AZ 85382
(623) 979-0730
lisdoonvarnapub.com/

R. T. O'Sullivan's Sports Bar and Grille

If you want to explore the more raucous side of the Irish, look no further than R. T. O'Sullivan's Sports Bar and Grille. With three floors offering live music, pool, sports viewing and arcade games, R.T.'s offers something for everyone looking to blow off some steam. The patio is complete with a mister system to keep patrons cool while enjoying the outdoor life. There is little on the food menu that would imply the establishment is Irish, leaning more towards standard American casual dining choices.

R. T. O'Sullivan's Sports Bar & Grille
5830 West Bell Road
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 938-5300
rtosullivans.com/main-bell.htm

Article Written By Allen Moore

Allen Moore's career includes awards in poetry and creative fiction, published lyrics, fiction books and nonfiction articles as well as a master certification in automotive service from the Ford Motor Company. Moore is a contributing writer for RF365.com and various other websites, a ghostwriter for Rainbow Writing and has over a dozen works of fiction currently in print.

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