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BERGENFIELD
TOMMY FOX ’ S PUBLIC HOUSE 32 WASHINGTON AVE ., 201-384-0900 Winner of many “ Best in Bergen ” awards from ( 201 ) Magazine readers , this traditional Irish pub has fine food and spirits served in the dining room , including Irish specialties such as bangers and mash , fish and chips and shepherd ’ s pie . A host of loyal regulars keep coming back for live bands , Gaelic sports on television , darts , bingo and trivia nights , and DJ nights .
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CARLSTADT
MAGGIE ’ S BAR & RESTAURANT 442 HACKENSACK ST ., 201-804-7738 Allthe classic pub grub and brew along with a traditional Irish food menu . Maggie ’ s also has karaoke , 10 satellite TVs showing major sporting events , and astate-of-the-art jukebox with more than 100,000 songs in awarm , cozy setting . The establishment also hosts Association of Bergen County Dartists competitions .
EASTRUTHERFORD
BLARNEY STATION AUTHENTIC IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 258 PARKAVE ., 201-531-0001 Agood Irish pub with adining area . The bar is loud and friendly , apopular place to watch sports on several high-definition , large-screen TVs and chat with local regulars . Irish specialties includes shepherd ’ s pie , bangers and mash , fish and chips , as well as the “ full Irish ” breakfast , consisting of two eggs , toast , beans , black and white pudding , Irish sausage and bacon and a grilled tomato .
ENGLEWOOD
BIDDY O ’ MALLEY ’ S 36 N . VAN BRUNT ST ., ( 201 ) 608-5545 The popular Irish bistro of Northvale recently opened asecond in location to Englewood , bringing along its tried-and-true menu of traditional Irish fare .
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HACKENSACK
HARLEY ’ S IRISH PUB 366 RIVER ST ., 201-342-4747 An easy-going vibe makes this spot afavorite hang-out since 1977 . It ’ s the kind of neighborhood place that hosts Irish soda bread contests and clothing drives , where you can play darts , play poker on Sundays , listen to jukebox music , and enjoy pub food at agood price .
LAZY LANIGAN ’ S 604 MAIN ST ., 201-342-6677 Afavorite among locals looking for affordable food and drink in awarm , cozy atmosphere , with an outdoor deck for smokers . Celtic fare includes shepherd ’ s pie and fish and chips .
POITIN STILL 774 MAIN ST ., 201-847-0660 Popular among locals who enjoy music and dancing , with lots of room , a substantial bar and afireplace for warmth on chilly evenings . The menu includes afull range of pub food and Irish dishes such as bangers and mash , fish and chips , shepherd ’ s pie and a mixed grill of Irish bacon , sausage , white and black pudding , lamb chop , calves liver and a grilled tomato .
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MONTVALE
DAVEY ’ S IRISH PUB & RESTAURANT 5PARK ST ., 201-391-9356 Established in 1974 , the family-friendly , local favorite offers afull menu that also includes Irish fare such as fish and chips , shepherd ’ s pie , bangers and mash , sausage and chips and Galway-style mussels . Also a great place to watch sports and play darts .
THE PORTER HOUSE STEAKHOUSE AND CIGAR BAR 125 KINDERKAMACK ROAD , 201-307-6300 The restaurant is atrue American steakhouse in an elegant setting , but the Irish bar is complete with barrels , agiant “ still ” looming overhead , real Irish antiques and 24 beers on tap . The cigar room known as the Montecristo Lounge features large leather chairs in an intimate , darkwood atmosphere . Many rooms have working fireplaces . Irish specialties include fish and chips , shepherd ’ s pie and Guinness beef stew .
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