Samuel Beckett's Irish Gastro Pub

An Excellent ,and Beautiful, Irish Pub in Shirlington If you want an Irish pub Experience in the heart of Shirlington, this is it. Our party decided that we wanted to get a good lunch. None of us had tried it but we like the Shirlington area so we picked this restaurant. We parked in the parking garage just walking distance to the south of their corner spot. As soon as you walk in you know you have arrived at a real Irish pub that was transported to the United States. The space has a bar in the middle, seating above, behind and in front of it. There is a bookshelf to one side of the bar, lots of wood and sayings etched into the glass by the bar. The tables seemed a mix of benches on one side and chairs on the other. The waitress was wonderful and funny and knew her business. Our group ca

The food is amazing, and the portions are generous. The service has been good so far, but the place is quite dusty. Maybe it’s part of the vintage aesthetic? Still, it feels a bit uncomfortable to eat in a space that isn’t obviously clean. Overall, though, we had a great experience with delicious food and excellent service. We’ll definitely be back!

GREAT pub food selections, primarily with an Irish theme but with alternative menu choices that make this a great choice for all. I happened to choose THE BEST fish and chips I've ever had. Amazing selection of beer, cocktails and even wine. Phenomenally helpful and attentive staff, working in a fun and comfy environment. Highly recommended!

The food lacks seasoning. I don't know what I expected. The atmosphere is good. The place is clean and the service is good. They need to season the food. It was so bland. The fish and chips were bad. The potatoes were soggy and the fish batter was not cooked long enough. I like it crunchy. It was not. With vinegar and lemon juice it was edible.

I have had the chance to dine and drink at this pub on several occasions and each one was great. I would recommend this pub for its food and beer whether it’s for lunch, dinner or happy hour. The food is well prepared, tastes great, and the service is on par. The pub boasts ample seating indoors and outdoors. Parking is easy with the numerous garages nearby. I will definitely be going here again soon.