The Old Shillelagh Info
Amenities
From the business
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Identifies as women-owned
Service options
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Outdoor seating
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Delivery
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Takeout
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Bar games
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Fast service
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Live music
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Live performances
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Rooftop seating
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Sports
Popular for
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Lunch
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Solo dining
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Coffee
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Comfort food
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Dancing
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Food
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Food at bar
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Hard liquor
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Late-night food
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Private dining room
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Quick bite
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Wine
Dining options
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Brunch
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Catering
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Seating
Amenities
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Bar onsite
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Restroom
Atmosphere
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Casual
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Historic
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Trendy
Crowd
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College students
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Family-friendly
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Groups
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Tourists
Planning
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Accepts reservations
Payments
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
Children
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Good for kids
Parking
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Free parking lot
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Paid parking lot
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Parking
Other
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Identifies as women-owned
Best KPortal Reviews
We loved our visit to The Old Shillelagh! We visited at lunch and it’s a great pub. We had the Shillelagh burger and the Reuben. The burger was moist and cooked perfectly. The cheese was perfectly melted and all the toppings were crisp and fresh. The Reuben was stacked and so tasty. The fries were perfectly crispy.
The service was fast, friendly and attentive.
Also, bought a hoodie and the prices were so reasonable.
I never would have guessed that I would find vegan options (basically almost all the menu can be done as a vegan option) in an irish pub so I was nicely surprised. The staff was really nice and the place quite big. We were almost alone when visiting but I can imagine it more lively on the WE. The food is junk food style so don’t expect anything crazy but it’s good!
The only thing I did not like is that they serve drinks in plastic cups :/
The Old Shillelagh was never really a place I associated or thought of as a place to go eat. It was more of a place that you would go to drink before an event and just order some food. That was, until now. I work downtown and my co-workers and I are always looking for different place to try at lunch. Today I suggested we try this place b/c awhile back I spoke with the manager or I think could have been owners daughter because she mentioned the place had been in her family for years. When I asked her about the food she was mentioned how they use local ingredients and even the chicken they use is Amish chicken. After that conversation I knew I wanted to come back and try it . Well, it took a while but I am glad I finally did because the Spicy Jalapeno Burger I got was by far the best one I have had in Detroit. Yes even better than Basement Burger Bar (IMO)
My co-worker and I sat at the bar. There were not many people in there but our bartender Danielle was fantastic.
The prices are reasonable and competitive compared to all the other lunch places in the area.
If you were like me and just thought of this place to go drink, think again and do yourself a favor and check it out if you are looking for a good Burger and Fries I promise you will not be disappointed. . I can't recommend any other food YET because this is the only thing I have tried but, I know I will be back to check out other items and will be sure to review.
I had dinner here for the first time in a long time and John was our waiter and that guy was incredible. Wicked sense of humor super kind and just took such good care of us that I will come back and ask for him by name for the rest of time. Guy is an absolute diamond in the rough and a hell of a trivia guy. Made my visit here amazing!
Impressively expansive clearly-labeled/dedicated vegan menu with a ton of variety and options! The bar was fun, we stopped by for a quick lunch. Staff was friendly, sit anywhere & order at the bar kind of experience. Definitely would go back!
Loved this little bar. We went down to Greektown, and stopped here before going to the casino. They had good food and the waiters were nice. A little on the expensive side. But overall it was pretty good. We had a good experience. I would like to come back some day.
The Guinness pour is quality, that’s about it. Had the buffalo chicken wrap but I didn’t find it appetizing at all. Not enough chicken and the vinegar was potent af. Service sucked. I got more attention at my table from the bouncer than my server. Wish I had cash would have tipped the bouncer. NOTHING was Irish about this place but the pathetic need to fit into Irish culture with the decor, Oh well… ????????♂️
Only thing Irish about this place is the name, color green, and Jameson. Menu is purely American dishes. Music was 80’s hairspray. Interior is great but feels like a dive bar with an Irish name and nothing else. Turns into a dance club at night.
Quick Facts About The Old Shillelagh
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
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| Monday | 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM - 02:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 02:00 AM |
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