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The Irish Times Pub & Restaurant
7.8
A family-owned Palms pub that programs its week like a community calendar — trivia, karaoke Wednesday, live bands Friday and Saturday, all no cover — keeping Motor Ave regulars rotating through from noon on. The kitchen runs a tight Irish comfort lineup built around shepherd's pie and a full Irish breakfast, paired with pints in a dimly-lit, high-volume room that rewards groups who want to settle in and stay loud. It works best when you lean into the pub energy rather than fight it.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shepherd's Pie, Full Irish Breakfast, Fish and Chips
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Family-owned Irish pub on historic Motor Ave with weekly trivia, karaoke, and live music drawing a loyal neighborhood crowd since day one.
Who should go: Groups looking for pub games, pints, and hearty Irish fare
When to visit: Weekday happy hour or weekends for trivia and karaoke
What to order: Start with the Irish Poutine, commit to the Shepherd's Pie, and close out with an Irish coffee — the portions are pub-sized so share a starter
Insider tip: Grab the back patio table early on karaoke nights — it's the best seat for drinks without the speaker volume
Logistics & Planning
Parking: No on-site lot — metered street parking directly outside on Motor Ave is free for 2 hours, and free unmetered spots on Irene Street are a 1-minute walk away
Noise level: Loud — a divey, dimly-lit pub where tables of regulars keep the volume up from noon onward, plus live bands Fri/Sat and karaoke Wed with no cover
Dietary Options
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a casual, low-pressure date than a romantic one. This is a dimly-lit neighborhood pub with a divey charm — think pool tables, TVs, and Celtic music rather than candlelit intimacy. There's no table service (you order at the bar and grab a seat), so it's relaxed and unpretentious. Great if your date idea is pints, trivia, or karaoke — not the move if you're going for an upscale impression. Booths offer a bit more privacy. Avoid karaoke nights (Wednesday and Friday) if you want to actually talk.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — most of the time you can walk right in. It's a casual pub where you order at the bar and sit wherever there's space, including booths. Weeknights are easy. Friday and Saturday evenings get busier, especially when live bands are playing, so calling ahead is smart for those nights. No formal reservation system — just ring them at (310) 559-9648 if you want to confirm a spot on weekends.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes, all ages are welcome. It's a family-owned pub with a casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere, so kids won't feel out of place during the daytime and early evening. They serve a full food menu including bar snacks and Irish entrees. That said, it is primarily a bar open until 2am, so the vibe shifts later in the evening — best to visit with kids before 7pm. No specific kids menu has been confirmed, so call ahead if that matters.
Is it good for groups? Yes — this is one of the pub's strengths. They cater to both large and small parties and offer event packages for private gatherings. The spacious layout with booths and open seating makes it easy to fit a group. Built-in entertainment like trivia (Tuesday and Thursday), karaoke (Wednesday and Friday), and live bands (Friday and Saturday, no cover) gives groups something to rally around. For a larger private event, call ahead to discuss arrangements.
Is there outdoor seating? An outdoor seating area is referenced by some sources, but details are conflicting — at least one listing indicates no outdoor seating. Whether a patio is currently available, its size, and whether it's covered or heated are not confirmed. Call the pub directly to verify current outdoor seating availability before planning around it.
Best For
Better for: Groups who want live music (Fri/Sat), trivia nights (Tue/Thu), karaoke (Wed), pool, and a late-night kitchen open till 11pm with pizza slices till 2am
Consider Alternatives If: You need quiet conversation — regulars keep it loud, and the dim, divey atmosphere is built for socializing over pints, not intimate dinners
Hours
Monday11am - 2am
Tuesday11am - 2am
Wednesday11am - 2am
Thursday11am - 2am
Friday11am - 2am
Saturday11am - 2am
Sunday11am - 2am