In Ireland, pubs are family gathering places. A place where the community can connect, grab a pint of Guinness, listen to music, and enjoy a great meal. You don’t have to book a flight to the Emerald Isle to enjoy hearty dishes that make Irish pub cuisine great. Comfort food is usually on the menu, so we’re sharing a variety of Irish pub food recipes that are just that. Pub favorites such as bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie, boxty potato cakes, beef stew, soda bread, and Irish-style banoffee pie will bring Ireland to your kitchen.
Bangers and Mash
“It is quick and easy to make, is great for those on a budget, and makes a substantial meal too! A big plus is that kids love it!” – Linda
Irish Boxty (Crispy Fried Potato Cakes)
“From my (South Side Chicago) Irish friend, Coleen. I received most of her recipes in the late ’90s. She has given me some really great, authentic ones. She left Ireland in 1940.” – Nancy
Riley Family Soda Bread
“Easy and delish! As we are the Irish family amongst our friends, I always make several loaves of this to share on St. Patrick’s Day. With or without raisins, you’ll love it!” – Elizabeth
Shepherd’s Pie
“If you want a taste of Ireland? Taste this Irish favorite comfort food.” – Cari
Traditional Irish Colcannon
“Though in the U.S. colcannon is often served on St. Patrick’s Day with corned beef and cabbage, it’s a traditional Irish potato dish eaten at Halloween, or Samhain (Gaelic Samhuinn). Regional varieties of colcannon include using cabbage instead of kale or adding parsnips to the mash.” – Sasha
“Best American” Irish Soda Bread
“My husband and I took this to a St. Patrick’s Day party, and it was gone within minutes! A friend who is originally from Dublin was there and came up to tell me that it was the best American version of Irish soda bread that he has had since he immigrated to the U.S. over 20 years ago.” – Elaine
Irish Nachos
“This is really different. Great taste. Everyone always seems to really like it.” – Linda
Authentic Irish Coffee
“This is a replica of the coffee served at the Shannon Airport in Ireland. It was re-created by the owner of the Buena Vista Cafe in San Francisco.” – Carolyn
An Irish Guinness Beef Stew
“This is a handy dinner you can prepare the night before, especially for us working mothers. When I’m on nights, I would have this pre-made for the next day, all I have to do is heat and serve. Now coming into the long winter dark evenings, this stew will hit the spot for all the family.” – Racquel
Irish Soda Bread and Guinness Butter
“This version is one of the best yet… the house smells heavenly!” – Malinda
Irish Banoffee Pie – Caramel and Banana Pie
“This is a traditional popular pie in Ireland and England. The pie is full of caramel, bananas, coffee-flavored whipped cream, and shaved chocolate. It is delicious. What a great dessert for St. Patrick’s Day or any special day of the year. It is a fairly easy pie to make.” – Nor
Luby’s Fried Fish and Tartar Sauce
“I love Luby’s Fried Fish, but none of their cookbooks have the recipe included. So I used the same coating they use for their fried shrimp, and it came out great. The tartar sauce recipe was in their newest cookbook and a must-have with this fish.” – Mary
Traditional Irish Stew
“Then hurrah for an Irish Stew That will stick to your belly like glue.” – Melanie
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
“Had baked potatoes on the menu. Used leftovers for potato salad and sometimes had more than needed. An employee suggested making loaded soup because you were known for your soup specials, and that’s how it started.” – Ed
Reuben Boxty (Irish Potato Pancakes) Recipe
“Irish style potato pancakes stuffed reuben style with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese along with a tasty Russian dressing.” – Kevin