O'CALLAGHAN'S IRISH PUB 21, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923

"While the food was pretty good, what was lacking at this place was service, drink knowledge/taste and decent pricing. Upon being seated, I ordered a beer and a shot of well whiskey. The beer was Guinness and it wasn't poured well and kind of flat/funny tasting. They might need to clean their lines. The whiskey, for some reason, came on a huge ball of ice, even though I ordered a shot and not a rocks pour. The somewhat apathetic server asked if that was ok and I said sure as it was already there and I don't like to send stuff back. Food came out relatively quickly and was the highlight of the experience esp the hand cut fries. I got the fried chicken sandwich and it was flavorful but the chicken was somewhat dry due to how thin it was. Upon receiving the check, I was quite shocked to see that a regular shot of well whiskey was $12. I'm not sure outside of LA, Vegas or NYC I've been charged that much for a simple 1.5oz pour of well whiskey. Just kind of a mixed bag from my visit and I would give a 2.5 rating but rounded down for the above mentioned things."

"We had an Irish coffee and Guinness and were pleasantly surprised of how well they came out! The Irish coffee - made traditionally, with real sugar cubes, excellent mixing, and a pristine aesthetic Guinness - a proper head, solid pour and crisp temperature We were hesitant to sample their food but when they heard this we were delivered a wonderful taste of their soda bread and chips! Everything was made day of and we’ll definitely be back to try their other dishes!!"

"We came here after our wedding to keep the party going (called ahead to make sure it was okay). We brought about 50 people, and Cesar and the rest of the staff were SO great and accommodating. Everybody had an absolute blast - the drinks were good, the space is great and has ample spots to both sit and dance. Also, the DJ was awesome! Thanks O'Callaghans team for giving us the best after party we could have asked for."

"This place has it all. It is on the second floor and has an atmosphere that I would describe as open and happy with lots of conversations and laughter. It is obvious the locals eat here which is a great sign. The owner talks with the patrons and cares about his food and it shows. The food is AMAZING. The nachos. Homemade sliced potatos. The burger is cooked exactly how I asked for it. The stew is amazing and so tender. Best place I have eaten in both Carmel and Monterey in my 5 day stay. The menu is not huge but that's a good sign because it means that everything on it is made perfectly. Prices are honestly a steal. Very affordable for the area. Would be the first place I eat next time I come back to the area."

"Went to visit following the great reviews we saw. Went during happy hour (good deals) on a weeknight in winter so a bit quieter than usual. Had the house made chips and sliders that were happy hour specials. Both were very good and value priced. Decent selection of beers you’d typically find at an Irish pub with a few CA IPAs and Mexican lagers thrown in. Only issue we had was the place was cold inside, so kept the hat and jacket on. Will definitely return when warmer weather takes us outside."