Shay McElroy's Irish Pub
Houston, TX 77002
Phone: (713) 223-2444
Editorial Review for Shay McElroy's Irish Pub – by Joshua Hinsdale
In Short
Facing the street on the ground floor of the Rice Lofts building, Shay McElroy's is a re-creation of a 19th-century pub, with dark-wood furnishings, Irish beer signs and traditional artwork. Owner John McElroy shipped much of the decor from his native Ireland, giving a strong taste of authenticity to the cozy bar. A crop of regulars filters in early, joined later by the after-work and party crowd, who have made McElroy's a popular downtown watering hole.
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User Reviews for Shay McElroy's Irish Pub
01/18/2008 Posted by HoustonPaddy
You get the feel that you're at your local no matter where you're from. If you're at a function in the Rice hotel you can sneak away without leaving the building. Just don't bring your under 21 members of your party
Pros: Ambience is very Dublin / Manhattan
Cons: You'll get thrown out if there is a child in the group after you've bought
06/10/2007 Posted by astrosfan73
Shay McElroy's Irish Pub has become my favorite downtown bar. The beer -- draft or bottled -- seems to be the coldest in town. The clientele is eclectic: post-game Astros revelers chugging Irish Car Bombs, travelers from around the globe discovering St. Arnold Amber Ale on draft, and sharply dressed locals sipping single-malts and Cosmos. These groups stand elbow to elbow in the cheerful ambience created by Shay's rich Irish decor and friendly staff. Kevin, Amy, Chris, and Tina provide quick service with special attention to detail. They made me feel right at home soon after I discovered the place, calling me by my first name only a week or so after I started going there, no longer needing a credit card to secure the tab, etc. The specials include Monday $3 Shiner Draft, Tuesday $4 Smithwick's Irish Ale, Wednesday $1 Off Import Bottles (my favorite), Friday $3.50 Pyramid Hefe-Weizen Draft, and various specials over the weekends. An added perk for downtown Industry people is the sweet discount offered 7 days a week. All in all, Shay's is a downtown destination bar with the feel and comfort of your cozy neighborhood bar.
Pros: Cold beer, scotch variety and price, service
Cons: No food
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