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Blarney Stone
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 2 pm - 2 am
Sat-Sun 10 am - 2 am
- Delivery:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street, Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Price Range:
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$
- Take-out:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- No
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Late Night
- Music:
- Juke Box
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Sun, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
137 reviews for Blarney Stone
Review Highlights
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"yes, I had plenty) and great outdoor patio." In 10 reviews -
"They added fresh squeezed fruit to their drinks." In 3 reviews -
"The bartenders are always friendly here." In 27 reviews
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137 reviews in English
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Review from Julie Z.
3/21/2012
The place is jam packed, shoulder to shoulder and all that jazz.
They play pretty good music but its LOUD. don't expect to old a conversation with your friends unless you're having a screaming session. But, you can still talk in close proximity. We were fortunate to grab a table near the corner and the drinks were amazing! I had their cherry bomb (yum) and irish car bombs AGAIN. Their irish car bombs were AMAZING. Better than tradr' sams. The people were nice and strangers do offer to help you take pics!
We stayed their for an hr or so and just talked. loud music. fun times. good company. You have to push your way to the bartender, because its super crowded and people don't move in there!
I would definitely come back to hang out. but, if you're looking for a conversation with friends- dont' go here..lol -
Review from Marlon T.
4/23/2012
For some reason I kept thinking that this place was called Foley Catheter. I don't know why. Sorry if you're one of those people who think writing thoughts like that is a waste of your time as you look for an actual informative Yelp review.
Anyway, this place was fun. I like how it's not in a fast-paced part of SF. It's a straight up dive bar with decent beer and a dartboard. It was too crowded around 7:00PM and the bartender was efficient.
My friend and I used a Scoutmob. Those things are pretty useful.
I might come back if I'm in the area, but at least for me it's not really an end-point destination. It's more of an on-the-way type joint. -
Review from Elaine Y.
3/12/2012 1 Check-in Here
I TOOK A SHOT OF OUT THE DEER'S ASS!! There, I've said it and darn proud of it! This place is awesome, you got whiskey coming out of an animal's bum hanging on the wall, air hockey table at the end of the bar, plenty seatings, and great bartenders. What more do you ask for in a local bar?
Definitely not a place for deep-in-thought conversations because really? you're going to come here for a nice long conversation over a shot of vodka? Let me know how that turns out.... -
Review from Megan M.
San Francisco, CA
5/20/2012
LOVED our time at The Blarney Stone. Bartendar Shannon is nothing short of amazing! A warm welcome, super enthusiastic and fun, and makes one of the best margaritas I've ever had! What a surprise for an Irish pub! Topped off the evening with an Irish Coffee, custom made with an individual, freshly brewed cup of coffee. Our crew consisted of 40 year olds and it was nice to find a lively place that wasn't too crowded or noisy...granted we were there on a Friday around 7pm. Can't wait to go back again!
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Review from L J.
Santa Monica, CA
5/18/2012
I love the Blarney Stone! Love the people. The guy bartenders are all cool and the girls were very sweet! The atmosphere is clean and fun, not a dive like most of the bars in the neighborhood. All good vibes here!!! Lots o' Love! Five stars for a friendly neighborhood bar
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Review from Andrew Y.
3/11/2012
Pretty loud, but good prices on drinks. I checked in on foursquare and whammo! Check In deal! 50% off from Scoutmob.
It's clear that the bar is UM and CSU bar. That's a weird combination. I'm sure there is a good explanation, but also, an unlikely pairing. -
Review from Julia K.
3/1/2012
Cool neighborhood bar located in the Richmond district!
It's a nice hangout spot that doesn't get too crowded and attentive bartenders. There are flat screens around the bar for you to watch SportsCenter on ESPN as well as air hockey tables for entertainment.
I liked the big tables set up against the walls and they have some good deals at the bar for specific beers. -
Review from Janice K.
Laguna Niguel, CA
4/2/2012
I didn't stay here for long because it was super packed (probably since it was a Saturday night). The service at the bar was pretty fast and I didn't have to wait long at all like at some bars. When you use a credit card you there's a $10.00 minimum though, but I mean I ordered 2 beers for $10.00 with quick service which was definitely a win.
Came in here on accident, but it was a pleasant visit. Big tables so if you have a group of friends there's enough room to hang out. -
Review from Rose t.
San Francisco, CA
12/9/2011
Default neighborhood bar - a block from my new place.
Drinks are tasty and strong.
Staff seems friendly, regulars are neighborhood folks and super chatty and nice.
Back patio points!
No food makes for less drinking, though. -
Review from Alex R.
Chicago, IL
11/30/2011
I was visiting from out of town and came here to watch the Michigan game vs OSU with my family of Michigan fans. I was looking for a bar that was lively without being packed to the brim with college students, and this place hit the mark!
Also, mimosas with hand squeezed orange juice?! yes please! -
Review from Nikki K.
Berkeley, CA
9/2/2011
Okay people, let's get some definitions down--just because a bar is old and not trendy, this does not make it a "dive bar." As a matter of fact, I have consulted with the experts, Mr. Guinness, Ms. Greyhound, and the Kamikaze and they have all confirmed that you can't really be both a sports bar and a dive bar. It's in the regulations. Check'em out www.divebarregs.bs.
This is not a dive bar. It is called "The Blarney Stone," and it means it only in a mildly ironic way. Now if it were called the "Blarney Stud"--then maybe it could be a gay dive bar.
Okay, now that I've vented I can get back to the review. This is your fairly typical, neighborhood Irish pub. It's got TV's and plays local sports, so it could double as sports bar. It has a trivia night which is yet another sign that it is not a dive bar. The only trivia nights that dive bars...
Okay, okay, back on my meds. We've established that it's an Irish pub.
Now even though it is fairly run of the mill, it is light years better than Hooky Hell (my new name for Hockey Haven) just a few blocks to the west. Blarney has okay atmosphere. Good lighting. Nice wooden décor and Guinness served the right way--to me.
Now I would never leave the city to come here, but if you happen to be in the Richmond District it is one of three fairly similar bars within a few blocks. You don't really feel like you are in the city here, which is both good and bad. Bad because the crowd is maybe a little too low key and cliquey. Good because you can get away from the pretentiousness of the city and just have fun with your friends. This is not really a pick up spot, I don't think.
I wouldn't mind hanging out here every so often.
Oh yeah and here's a tip for the gals--there's a secret way to get the bartenders attention here. It's called flirting with them. They will keep an eye out for you and refill your drinks when you're out. Oh yeah, and they're hot too...(see how well it works). -
Review from DJHighYello W.
San Francisco, CA
10/25/2011
Mostly a locals bar, nice neighborhood vibe, I have meet a handful of very cool folks here since I moved to the neighborhood. The staff is awesome, really customer focused.
Good place to catch some sports, they have four flat screens and a big projector tv. You will always find live sports, ESPN or Fuse on the tvs when you walk in. Saturday and Sunday they do brunch for college and NFL football. The NFL crowd is pretty fun, mostly 49er fans but there was a scattering of people rooting for every other team that was being televised. The food wasn't great but decent for bar food to fill you up while throwing a few back.
Years ago when it was run by Irish, we used to come here underage and drink. Now I try to avoid bars packed with 20 somethings so I stay away on Friday and Saturday but any other night I have been there the crowd can be decent sized but not annoying.
I'd give their staff 5 stars, the atmosphere 4 stars and the food 3 stars, that averages out to 4 stars in end I suppose. -
Review from Lana K.
Pacifica, CA
10/6/2011
Cool place, not too crowded and have some cool spots to sit at. They have a little backyard so if you're a smoker that's another star for you.
I love that they have blue moon and the bartenders are really nice.
I usually go here when traders is way too crowded. -
Review from Suganthi J.
San Francisco, CA
11/4/2011
I freakin' LOVE this place! it is THE quintessential neighborhood pub.
The Bartenders: In my opinion, a bar and your experience within is only as good as the 'tenders. Doey (I know I'm spelling this wrong), Bart, and Nate. There are more, but these are they guys I see and I love 'em. Super friendly, while still being real. (Sidenote: People, ALWAYS be nice to your bartenders and servers. They are people, they are your servers, not your servants, and they yield way more power than you bother to acknowledge!)
The Atmosphere: For me, it's the perfect balance. Neighborhood vibe, comfortable and non-pretentious, but clean and not dive-y. (Don't get me wrong, I love a good dive bar, but I'm just clarifying.) I can come here with friends, alone for a chill beer, watch the games (lots of T.V.s and one is a HUGE screen!). There's free shuffleboard and air hockey, a jukebox (although I feel the volume on this can be too loud) and a back patio with great atmosphere. My only wish is that they had a kitchen, but I get why they don't, and I don't care because what they do, they do well. There are still plenty of food options to get for take-out, too.
The Crowd: I've seen a little of everyone in here. Barely legals to gray-haired regulars. I love that there seems to be a lot of neighborhood folk, who the guys behind the bar know by name. It's been pretty non-douche-y every time which has me breathing a sigh of relief. Even if there are a few, they tend to stay together in a little douche-y cluster. Any drunk regulars are harmless.
On a personal note: I love that this place is two blocks from my house in a safe neighborhood. I love that Doey promised my cousin that he would watch out for me when I stayed behind one night. That's good people. I love that I've actually made friends out of strangers. I think this place is getting to be my Cheers.
"Norm!" -
Review from Megan D.
Sunnyvale, CA
9/7/2011 3 Check-ins Here
Every time I walk into this place, I feel like I need to have a biker leather jacket to complete the look of the regulars that often come here.
I do like coming to this local, low-key sports bar in the Outer Richmond. It is very spacious even when busy, with plenty of seating inside and outside. They also have a free shuffleboard AND air hockey, which is good for groups. They also have lots of TVs that will easily distract you if you are riding solo here. You will either be watching a sports game or Fuse TV.
I also give them mad props for showing Wimbledon/US Open and other tennis games from time to time (when it's slow/daytime, don't worry late night drinkers) on one of their TVs. I am a HUGE tennis fan, and combing that with my love for drinking beer, it's bliss coming here.
I also appreciate the fact that they make their drinks from STRACH. When I order a Whiskey Sour or Lime Margarita, they squeeze fresh juice into my drink, not whip out a bottle of syrup. It gives the drink a bit more character. Way to go Blarney Stone! -
Review from Anita D.
San Francisco, CA
3/19/2012 3 Check-ins Here
it was st. patty's day eve. we just had to stop by to grab some car bombs $8 a pop and some good ol' guiness beer. The crowd was diverse and patrons friendly. Left my tab open and called the bar. they said they close it out for me, which is awesome and all i had to do was stop by and get my card back.
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Review from Dan H.
San Francisco, CA
10/13/2011
I love watching Michigan football here. Besides having my fellow Wolverine fans surrounding me, the entire staff is very friendly (they even know my name from frequenting there every college-football Saturday), and the food is great (way better than it was last year -- I hope they keep this new cook).
You can tell they get along great with the customers, and it's a nice, comfy neighborhood bar. They have plenty of nice HDTVs around, so you won't miss any action. I love this place! -
Review from Chrissy L.
San Francisco, CA
5/4/2011
Solid neighborhood bar.
All your standard pub essentials: beer specials, irish references, multiple TVs for watching the game. But this place is really clean- it doesn't even smell like a bar. There's a ton of seating, plenty of space for large groups and a back patio. -
Review from Whorechata J.
San Francisco, CA
3/16/2011
I find myself frequenting Irish bar's quite often lately. Hmm... I wonder why...
Blarney Stone gets a solid four stars, although it has a tendency to be hit and miss. I went in one Friday night, and was quite impressed with the sassy menfolk, and then went in the following week and was utterly dismayed when the only people to hit on were a group of Indian men and some totally inebriated Feminem wannabe. Gross.
Keep in mind, I did go in around last call... so that may have something to do with it.
Either way, I'm a fan. Thank you San Francisco for all the beautiful Irish men. And by beautiful, I mean drunk.Listed in: Places I make an ahole out of…
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Review from Sara K.
San Francisco, CA
5/25/2011
Happy Hour all the time!
Well, not all the time... it just seems like every time I come here, there's a drink special for something at some point. Free shuffleboard! I love that game!
Slow Guinness tap (check out the one at Bitter End). It takes about 5 minutes to get one. Also, sometimes it takes a while to get the bartender's attention, even if it isn't really busy. He (no matter who) is usually talking/laughing/joking with a group of friends/regulars on the end of the bar and doesn't really look at the rest of the customers as often as a bartender should. Don't get me wrong, they're all very nice people here, and there's nothing wrong with shooting the shit with your buddies while you work, but at least keep an eye out for a customer making eye contact with you to request for something.
With that said, overall, it's still a pretty cool place to hang out. It's laid back for the most part, and it's really clean! The jukebox has music catered to a... younger crowd. Another downside, to me at least.
Brunch was delicious. Those tater tots... Wow. I dream about those things.
I can eat tater tots, drink Guinness (order them in advance), and play shuffleboard all day and night! -
Review from Sus... B.
San Francisco, CA
Updated - 11/30/2010
Many people were worried (including myself) when this place changed ownership a few months back, but I think it got better. No more Irish brunches on the weekend, though they do have BBQs on occaision and my understanding was that they did plan to serve food "soon." Outside food is still welcome.
My favorite part of the change? Greyhounds and screwdrivers now include fresh-squeezed grapefruit and orange juices, and by fresh-squeezed I mean they have an actual juicer juicing actual fruit. Score! I miss this neighborhood, this spot is one reason.Listed in: My Ideal Neighborhood, Bars & Clubs I've Known, Food n' Booze, All Aboard the 38, Past Park Presidio
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6/19/2008
When I go here, it's usually either happy hour or on a very lazy weekend morning. I appreciate the… Read more »
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Review from Seaera M.
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Review from Michael M.
San Francisco, CA
5/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
Good bar and good crowds on game nights. They play the Giants game WITH sound on a large projection tv and it's fairly easy to get a drink in the joint.
Order beer, the usual bartender is lacking in the common sense and brain department. -
Review from Shree R.
San Francisco, CA
1/20/2011
LOVE this place. It's not stinky and dank like a lot of other pubs in the city. It's actually super clean and spacious. The staff is really friendly and there's always an interesting mix of patrons from locals to The ENTIRE SFGG Rugby Club....yummmm...but I digress...
Crowning moment: with literally 3 mins. until our bus arrived my friend and I ran in to grab a drink, laughing our heads off. The bartender didn't look at us like "what the f- is up with you mofos??", but instead was all smiles and served us on the spot-pronto. He didn't want us to miss that bus. Now that's the kind of bar I like. Not pretentious. All fun.
Thank you, Blarney Stone for being the coolest bar in my neighborhood. -
Review from Surge C.
After enjoying a drink at Trad'r Sams my besties and I headed down Geary and landed up at Blarney Stone. The place was laid back and spacious and the crowd was chill (I hate using that word, but it was the best one to use to describe the people). A woman approached us and asked us to participate in a blind test of 3 samples of whiskey and scotch (gross!) but what kind of crazy person denies complimentary alcohol?!
Afterwards we indulged in shots and beers from an extremely nice bartender who participated in our "Best Friends For Live MoFucka!" shots. It was fun! We had a blast and this is where the night ended for my besties...I helped their staggering drunk asses out back to the car, haha. I can't wait to head down to Blarney again! -
Review from Annika M.
San Francisco, CA
12/21/2011
We love the Blarney Stone! Prices are reasonable and the bar tenders are friendly (and remember you!). I think it's a good place to go for a low key drink, watch a baseball game, or bring a group on Saturday night. It's not pretentious whatsoever, but has a nice atmosphere. Hihgly recommended!
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Review from Theron L.
San Francisco, CA
1/6/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Back when this was my local hood I stumbled in here on many occasions. I liked this place then. It would have been a 3 star place for me at the time had I written a review.
A little while back this place changed ownership. What did they change you may ask? They added fresh squeezed fruit to their drinks! They also cleaned the place up and I'm really liking the bartenders. Now I look forward to coming here for greyhounds, mimosas or screwdrivers. They make good manhattans too.
I have two gripes about this place. First the acoustics makes this place get uncomfortably loud very quickly. All it takes is a group of USF students looking for a place to do Jegar bombs and crank the jukebox. That's usually my cue to move on to one of my other local haunts.
The second issue is this is a cash only bar and they got rid of their ATM machine. I know where to go but really I'm lazy.
Other than that I love this truly Irish bar. I'm a fan! -
Review from Emily H.
Updated - 9/1/2011
Two more days until MICHIGAN FOOTBALL. I love this bar. See you guys Saturday!
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2/10/2011
Naturally, as the Michigan bar in SF, I love this place. Many early morning epic (and not so epic,… Read more »
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Review from Vira P.
1/20/2011
My friends and I stumbled upon the Blarney Stone when another place nearby was packed full of people. But I'm glad we came here instead because I was craving a good snakebite (cider topped with Guinness) and space.
The atmosphere is your typical pub ambiance. And I was surprised about the cleanliness. To top it all off, the drinks prices are reasonable (my snakebite was $6).
I didn't see any creepy men there. The people that I encountered were late 20s/mid 30s having a great time amongst friends. -
Review from Kyrk S.
Burlingame, CA
8/4/2010 1 Check-in Here
FREE AIR HOCKEY. Need I say more?
Fine, how about CHEAP DRINKS! Got your attention now eh?
That's right, Blarney Stone offers up two things that no person can resist. One STIFF white russian, one Lagunitas, and Blue Moon cost a measly $12. All served up by a super friendly bartender. Maybe I'm just used to getting ripped off in Hollywood, but I thought I was getting away with robbery...and I liked it! They also have a nice little patio in the back to enjoy those unbearably hot nights in the Richmond district *rolls eyes*. This is definitely an awesome little joint to hang out with some friends, throw back a couple, and have some intense games of air hockey. I'll be back soon for sure! -
Review from ramya r.
San Francisco, CA
9/12/2010
The Blarney Stone just became the official Michigan bar for San Francisco (GO BLUE) and though it's kind of far out there, it's a great place to watch a game. Several flat screens, plus a pull down screen that most folks in the bar can see. It also has a square layout which lends itself really well to a lot of folks watching the game at the same time.
Also outdoor patio which is awesome - I just wish that the TV they have out there was a bit bigger. Still cool that they have one at all.
Bartenders are friendly and seemed thrilled to have the extra business.
Wolverines, head for the Blarney Stone on Saturdays this fall. Notre Dame fans...you probably don't want to. -
Review from sierra h.
San Francisco, CA
3/25/2011
I had a great time on Saint Patty's day.
I also found a watch and a memory card. If one or both belong to you, call the bar and tell them. They have my contact info. -
Review from Keane L.
3/18/2010 1 Check-in Here
Year after year, I'm lured downtown to gawk at the pig pen that is Front St. on St. Patrick's Day. $13 beers in a giant boot while crammed against bros declaring their love for Journey?
No thanks, holmes.
The result is the same. I grab the fastest bus I can and head for an Irish pub as far away as possible from the 'Di.
I've been to Blarney Stone for St. Patrick's Day twice and it's been a consistent joy. A cozy patio with food and beer gets a drink in your hand faster than a normal night at any other bar. The crowd is friendly and it's festive enough to feel like you're getting crunk for a reason on a Wednesday night.
And I really love the staff, from the friendliness of the door guy to the woman serving booze outside. Per esempio:
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[ordering beer in the garden]
Keane: You can just reuse the cup I have...
Beerwoman: Are you sure?
Keane: Yeah... I try to be green when I can.
Beerwoman: Ah! Today is a good day to be green!! *winks and smiles*
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Point, Blarney Stone.
For the night's battle of wits has been won. -
Review from Pam S.
10/1/2008
Candlelight! With real candles! And real candle wax! Ohhh, this could get naughty...
The cover of darkness and vast selection of alcoholic beverages gives this place an ambience of debauchery and madness, further evidenced by the lingering smell of regurgitated consumption.
I met a reallly hot guy here on Tuesday night for some drinks and convo, and was excited to see that they had trivia. Then the RHG told me he's not that into trivia, so my little trivia balloon deflated. No matter, as we managed to talk about a plethora of subjects while partaking in two of the many beers that were on tap (in case you're taking notes, it was Widmer for me- from my brief stint living in Oregon, and Sam Adams Octoberfest for him- I could only imagine was to toast our mutual Boston connection).
Suffice it to say, this is yet another Irish bar that I like. It was virtually empty when we came here, and I don't know how I'd feel if it was packed (less opportunity to use the candle wax in ways other than to hold up a wick), but I definitely dug the vibe. They have an excellent selection of liquor, and had I not been trying to impress RHG with my beer knowledge, I would have liked to get an irish coffee. Perhaps next time.
Although we moved on to bigger and better things that evening, I will look back on the Blarney Stone fondly, although I'm going to have to take away a couple of stars....
1 for the occasional wafts of vomit odor- this may make it an authentic Irish pub, but it's not that pleasant
1 for them not taking credit cards- this may also make it authentic, but I try to deposit all those ones I get from my other other job as soon as possible. It's tough carrying around money in your thong, so I stick with the cards. -
Review from Drue C.
San Francisco, CA
3/19/2007
I'm glad not very many Yelpers made it to this happy hour....so there!
First off, there wouldn't have been enough room because it was crowded with Irish people dancing to an Irish band, drinking Irish Car Bombs and passing out on the Irish bar then receiving Irish kisses* from the few Yelpers that did attend.
Second, we wouldnt have all had a place to sit on the cool outside patio, chit chatting the night away in a more intimate group than you normally get at a DYL.
Most importantly, it wouldn't have been as special to share with tons of people the moment I found out that Black Irish G. is actually White English G. (yep, uh huh, his Momma told him so, on the phone, I was there...I heard it with my own ears).
*Irish kisses are sort of like French kisses. You still use tongue, but you use it to lick various body parts of passed ot Irish guys. HOT!Listed in: Bars with patios
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Review from Christopher K.
San Francisco, CA
3/17/2007
This is a great Irish Pub, proper style.
Show up early, drink lots, pass out on the freaking bar if you'd like. The bartenders won't bother you. Be warned: other patrons might use you for photo ops.
They have a small terrier who resides on the spacious patio out back. He's got the most awesome non-threatening, "I'm all excited but slightly annoyed" snarl. I think someone fed him after midnight. -
Review from Gill C.
5/6/2009
It's Cinco de Mayo, and of course, you'd go to an Irish bar, right? HUH?
You read correctly or may be completely hungover from last night, but yes, in honor of this Mexican Holiday, my friends and I hit up the Blarney.
Trust me, we were in the Avenues, and Tommy's Mexican Restaurant and Tia Margarita's were our "Go-To" places for tequila y cervezas, but it wasn't meant to be. Crazy crowds inside and outside of both Mexican restaurants, and we weren't willing to wait a gazillion minutes for a table.
*So, what's this Pinay Paddy and her friends to do? Go with Plan C - Blarney Stone! Our hearts were definitely in the right place, but we opted for no margaritas at this Irish bar, and instead settled for the brewskies.
Anywho, when I used to live in the 'hood,' I'd frequent this place, and always solid good fun! I love the chill and relaxed vibe, and the patio area out in the back. Crowd can be a mix of locals, students, and even a few tourists. Decent selection of draft and bottled beers and lots of hard alcohol for your drinking pleasure. There is a jukebox and various tvs for your futbol or other sport watching, and oh BTW trivia is held on Tuesday nights. I also think there is karaoke night, but can't recall which day. No unisex bathrooms here (thank goodness), but one drunken evening, I walked into the Men's room by accident. Oopsies! When I realized where I was, I exited immediately to enter the ladies room, hoping no one saw. Boy oh boy, was I wrong. My friends got a good laugh at my expense. Whateves! :)
As you may (or not) recall, a few months back, I yelped all Irish establishments in honor of St. Paddy's Day. I inadvertently missed yelping Blarney. Erin Go Braugh and Salud to you Blarney!
A lovely Irish bar in the heart of the Inner Richmond, and next to John Campbells Irish bakery, a wonderful Irish bakery that I also hold near and dear to my heart!Listed in: Everything Irish
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Review from Kate K.
Chicago, IL
3/17/2007
The Blarney Stone is a good Irish bar.
I really like the patio out back... the drinks were very strong. I had a good time here. It is a haul to this bar from my apartment, so I doubt that I will make a regular habit of hanging out there. -
Review from Tim N.
11/2/2010
An awesome, awesome place to watch a game. We were lucky enough to snag a table here for Giants/Rangers World Series Game 4.
Unlike a lot of bars in the city, The Blarney Stone is square shaped, not long and narrow, so they can fit a nice amount of tables in their main area. Plus, the ceiling is very high, and they have a nice big movie screen hanging from the ceiling on which they project the game. Add in a few flat panel TVs along the bar, and you find yourself with multiple angles from which to watch the action.
The place was filled to the brim the night we were there, with everyone cheering on the Giants. They had happy hour prices going on during the game, plus a burger/hot dog menu to keep our bellies full. The Blarney Stone definitely took advantage of the World Series opportunity, and made for a fantastic venue to watch the game. Thanks guys! -
Review from Jenny L.
3/9/2010
03.05.10
$5 margarita specials all night.
High ceilings, no drunk patrons, just people enjoying themselves and their drinks.
Awesome bouncer :)
