St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, so why not take the family out to a delicious meal of Fish 'n Chips, Shepherd's Pie, Corned Beef & Cabbage, or Irish Stew at one of Kansas City's authentic Irish Restaurants? I love the old-fashioned Irish atmosphere at O'Malley's in Weston, the quaint historic setting of Riley's in Lexington, the beautiful woodwork of O'Dowd's, and the modern fun of O'Quigley's. We enjoy lunch at Irish restaurants with our kids, but keep in mind most of these restaurants are Irish Pubs so lunch and early dinner are the best dining times for the whole family!
O’Malley’s 1842 Irish Pub:
Details: 500 Welt Street Weston, MO. 816.640.5235. www.westonirish.com. Hours Monday-Sunday 11am-9pm.
The Scoop: O’Malley’s serves authentic Irish fare in an authentic Irish-American Pub complete with Irish music. You can choose indoor or patio dining (where you see the famous World's Largest Ball of String). The Menu includes salads, sandwiches, steaks, soups, and of course, fish and chips. I enjoy the signature sandwich, “The O’Malley,” which is corned beef, swiss cheese, and slaw on marble rye bread with spicy brown mustard. My girls love the Fish and Chips. Prices range from $8-21/entrée. Kids’ Meals are $5.99. Also, read our Weston Day Trip Diary for more fun in Weston!
Browne's Irish Market:
Details: 3300 Pennsylvania Ave., KCMO. 816.561.0030www.brownesmarket.com. Hours Monday - Saturday: 9-4, Thursdays: 9-7.
The Scoop: The Irish Market opened in Kansas City in 1887. It is now the fifth generation in the family carrying on the family tradition. Serving a wide variety of Irish delicacies. Enjoy handmade sandwiches, Irish Potato Soup, Irish Stew, Dublin Potato Salad, and more, as well as Irish souvenirs. On St. Patrick's Day, Browne's serves a traditional Irish Breakfast staring at 7am with Irish Lunch Specials in the afternoon. The Kansas City St Parick's Day parade route begins 1 block away from Brownes, making it the perfect place to enjoy a great pub lunch after the parade!
O'Dowd's Little Dublin:
Details: Country Club Plaza at 4742 Pennsylvania Kansas City, MO. 816.561.2700 www.odowdslittledublin.com/.
The Scoop: O'Dowd's Little Dublin is known for "the BEST American Pub eats and Irish treats in Kansas City!" Enjoy Fish and Chips, Irish Stew, Corned Beef, Reubens, and Shepherd's Pie. O'Dowd's Little Dublin on the Plaza boasts an authentic Irish interior with imported woodwork creating a pharmacy, library and cigar shop creating an amazing Irish atmosphere. The Zona Rosa location is home to Irish murals and a hand-crafted Irish bar. Both locations feature live music as well!
Riley's Irish Pub & Grill:
Details: 913 Main Lexington, MO. 660.259.4770. www.rileyspub.net. Hours: Mon, 11 am-2 pm; Closed Tuesday, Wed-Thur, 11 am-9 pm, Fri-Sat, 11 am-10 pm; Closed Sunday.
The Scoop: Riley's dishes up traditional Irish fare from a classic Reuben to Fish & Chips and they have a delightfully themed menu for "The Wee Ones!" Children choose from Leprechaun Toes (mini corn dogs), Charmin' Fingers (Chicken Strips), Grilled Dublin Cheese Sandwich, or classic Fish 'N Chips (Kids' Meals are under $5). You can also order classic American burgers, boiled shrimp, catfish, or other delicious meals ranging from $6-10. Riley’s Irish Pub is located on Block 42 in Lexington, Missouri. Legend has it that "Block 42" was so named because it was the location of 42 Saloons and 1 Church... women and children were not permitted to walk on the "saloon side of the road." Today, Riley's is a family-friendly Irish Restaurant with a charming historic ambiance. Built in the 1890’s the pub has original stained glass windows, tile floor, tin ceiling, and back bar. Also, read our Lexington Day Trip Diary for more fun in Lexington!
O'Quigley's:
Details: Multiple Locations across the Metro! www.oquigleys.com.
The Scoop: From Irish Stew to Fish 'n Chips... you'll find all your favorite Irish dishes at O'Quigley's. Prices range from $8-20.