Perth’s Best Irish Pubs To Hit This Saint Patrick’s Day
Granted, you probably won't find us suggesting a cosy old Irish pub in Perth when our mates ask us about the latest and greatest drinking holes in our fair city, but good Irish pubs certainly have their time and their place, and they also tend to dish out some killer pub grub at verrrry reasonable prices.
Whether you're after a pint of Guinness, a plate of potatoes, or you just want to get involved with some of the best banter in town, here are our favourite Irish pubs in Perth.
Molly’s Irish Pub
Highgate & Victoria Park
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The classic Irish pub will always have a special place in our hearts, but Molly’s Irish Pub does things a little differently. Forget darkened drinking halls and well worn carpets, here it’s lighter and brighter, but still with plenty of craic and creamy Guiness. After first opening in Highgate, Molly’s is now gearing up to officially open their second location in Victoria Park, and both are instantly recognisable for their eye-catching sage green exterior.
With owners Niall Tolan and Lee Behan hailing from Donegal and Dublin respectively, and exec chef Mark McColl also an Irish import, it’s safe to say you're in good hands here. The bar has plenty of Irish brews beyond Guinness, including Kilkenny and Magners Irish Cider, while the kitchen’s pumping out faves like salty spice bags, Guinness pie, chowder, and of course a banger of Sunday roast.
Fibber McGee’s
711 Newcastle St, Leederville WA 6007
If you've never stumbled out of The Garden and into Fibber McGee's, are you even from Perth? Leederville locals are all over their weekly dose of comfort food, round the clock live sport and a good selection of beers on tap. We also hear on the grapevine that the chefs bake the bread, cure their own bacon, butcher their own meat, and make their own butter! Ahhh-mazing.
J.B. O’Reilly’s
99 Cambridge St, West Leederville WA 6007
Rumour has it that the guys at J.B. O'Reilly’s sell more Guinness per year than any other bar in Australia, and based on the crowds, we'd be inclined to believe it. With live music, dinner deals almost every night and a cosy fireplace, this makes this list with flying green, white and orange colours.
Galway Hooker
3/148 The Esplanade, Scarborough WA 6019
If you’re looking for beach views and Irish brews, The Galway Hooker in Scarborough is the place to be. They’ve got a collection of 70 types of Irish whiskey, a cool room entirely dedicated to Guinness (kept two degrees warmer than other alcohol, in case you were wondering) and all of the interior decorations shipped in from Ireland–including The Galway Hooker boat right in the middle of the pub paying homage to its namesake.
Paddy Malone’s
13/115 Grand Blvd, Joondalup WA 6027
It’s a toss up as to whether the atmosphere at Paddy Malone’s in Joondalup is a result of the ten giant screens playing sport, the Sunday roast (two words: Guinness & yorky) or the insane list of events on most nights. They claim to be the best craic in the West and we’re not arguing!
Johnny Fox’s
205 James St, Northbridge WA 6003
Taking over the old Rosie O’Grady’s site in Northbridge, Johnny Fox’s is the newest Irish pub offering around town. Don’t worry, though, while it may have had a fresh lick of paint and a refurb, this popular spot still offers the same classic Irish pub experience you know and love—especially with Irishman slash bar extraordinaire Paul Maloney at the helm.
Durty Nelly’s
397 Murray St, Perth WA 6000
With few pubs offering live sport in the CBD, Durty Nelly’s has a special place in any ball lover’s heart. Nelly’s is also offering some of the cheapest Guinness, Kilkenny and Magners in the city and the unpretentious suited crowd knows it. The proximity to Gami Chicken & Beer doesn’t hurt either. Just sayin’.
Fenians Irish Pub
221 Adelaide Terrace, Perth WA 6000
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Nestled inside the Novotel Hotel on Langley Park, Fenians has been warming souls since 1987 and it's undoubtedly one of our fave Irish pubs in Perth. Go for the beef and Guinness pie and stay for the Irish charm.
Fenways Subiaco
328 Barker Rd, Subiaco WA 6008
Brought to you by the same team as Varsity, this Irish pub is a little different to the rest. As experts in all things American and sports, the Varsity group decided to run with the Boston-Irish theme. Expect great craft beer, whiskey and soul food, alongside a TAB and big screens for keeping up on whatever sport is playing.
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