The Irish in Houston, TX
Houston’s Irish community reflects waves of immigration that shaped the city’s working-class neighborhoods and growing industries in the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, pubs like McGonigel’s Mucky Duck, famed for live music, and Kenneally’s Irish Pub, a longtime favorite on Shepherd Drive, keep the culture alive with food, camaraderie, and traditional tunes. The city also boasts lively spots like Hugh O’Connors and Ducky McSweeney’s. Each March, the Houston St. Patrick’s Parade, one of the largest in the South, fills Midtown with Irish pride and celebration.
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Ducky McShweeney's Irish Pub
2025 Post Oak Blvd
Ducky McShweeney’s brings a modern Irish pub feel to the heart of Uptown Houston. With polished interiors, sports on big screens, and a strong whiskey lineup, it’s perfect for happy hour or a night out. The menu hits both Irish staples and Texas favorites, and the vibe is always friendly and relaxed. It’s the kind of place where business casual meets pub casual. Great for groups, solo sips, or watching the match.
Hugh O’Connors Dincans
McGonigel’s Mucky Duck Pub
Pimlico River Oaks
810 Waugh Dr
Pub owned by Kevin McElroy, whose father owned a Dublin bar on Pimlico in the 60s-70s. Open 7 days a week serving award-winning pints of Guinness (Taytos also available).
Houston, TX, US
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