Claddagh Irish Pub
Osseo, MN 55369-7081
Phone: (763) 773-7400
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 11am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-2am
Editorial Review for Claddagh Irish Pub – by Amy Goetzman
In Short
Claddagh is situated in Maple Grove's faux-historic strip designed to look like the old-fashioned downtown. The room is invitingly dark, with stone fireplaces, stained-glass windows, private little library rooms and a back dining area that is surely patterned after some place in the old country. With its outdoor patio, friendly bar and Irish beer selection, it's a Maple Grove social setting. Each table has a bottle of vinegar for the tender and delicious Harp beer-battered fish-and-chips.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoPortions are huge. The half-order of fish-and-chips could feed two, and the stews are two or three meals in one. Order light or count on taking home extra.
What to DrinkPints are a generous 20 ounces, and shots are 1 1/2 ounces, so be sure to bring a designated driver.
User Reviews for Claddagh Irish Pub
04/10/2008 Posted by rbuss22
The first thing that really strikes you is the traditional (and comfortable) pub atmosphere; dark stained wood, curtained side dining areas and a beautiful copper bar. The second, and possibly third through fifth, thing you'll find is that they serve properly pulled pints of Guinness. Anyone who enjoys Guinness will appreciate that they take their time pouring and serve you a pint that delivers the full flavor intended by the brewers. It is also evident that, since they pour so much Guinness, the kegs are fresher than at most restaurants and the price remains below what I've come to expect for a pint of the stout. While the menu is not vast, it is filled with great traditional fare along side more contemporary pastas, sandwiches, etc. The fish and chips alone should solidify you as a regular; flavorful ale batter on a massive piece of moist whitefish. Their tartar sauce perfectly compliments the meal. The meatloaf is quite an undertaking, but chances are that you'll choose to be painfully full rather than leave any of it on the plate. No matter what you have, make sure to start with a cup of the Guinness onion soup; it's their Gaelic twist on French onion. I've never had a onion soup with as flavorful a broth. I've been tempted to upturn the bowl for the last few drops. Normally, I am reticent to fall in love with a "trendy" suburban chain restaurant but I just can't help myself. It doesn't feel like a chain; it feels like a comfortable pub with friendly servers and good food. And in the end, that's what really matters.
Pros: Great food, service and atmosphere
Cons: Parking is tough; may have to walk a block.
01/07/2008 Posted by fundoodman
We've been coming here for years now. Food has always been great. Portions are large. The fish and chips is the best around, corned beef & cabbage is really good also. Some menu items seem pricy for what you get - $18.00 for 1 pork chop, $5.50 beers. The atmosphere is great, service is great. The seats are very uncomfortable. Onion rings are to die for.
Pros: atmosphere
Cons: uncomfortable seats
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