Siamsa Irish Pub
636 Main St, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360
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Address :
636 Main St
Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 - Phone (570) 421-8434
- Website https://siamsairishpub.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Music : DJ
Good For Dancing : Yes
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Coat Check : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
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Kelly R.
Cute Irish Pub! Service was very good. The waitress was attentive and did not rush us at all. The Curry Chicken was excellent! The Fish and Chips were crispy and tender but the tartar sauce missed the mark a bit. They pour a decent Guinness and have a nice craft beer selection.
(3)Richie D.
This place smells like a frat house. Stale beer on the floor does not impress patrons, fyi. Did not stay for dinner as my party could mot get past the smell. Can anyone say ecoli? Thankful we did not eat here.
(1)Cassie M.
This is a great place to grab some Shepards pie, burgers or Irish stew. The apps are also good and so is the penne ala vodka. Their French fries are very good and I am surprised no one has taken notice of the French fries! I'm not a French fry enthusiast but they are particularly delicious. I highly recommend their creme brûlée also! This is a great place and have not been disappointed except for once with a dish I ordered ( whiskey chicken ) it was far from what I expected it to be. Other than that I am always pleased. Great place for Irish comfort food .
(4)George B.
Great Old Irish Pub with good OL fashion Irish Pub Food. Very very very very very slow table service!! I should have took a seat at the bar!!! A few people came in after me and received their food before me! In a table for 1!!!!!!
(3)Anthony M.
Beer prices were good. I had the whiskey chicken, expecting it to have a punch, but it was kind of bland. Same for the side rice. The salad was nothing special. Nicest thing was the outdoor seating -- the temperature outside was perfect for dinner. Great company -- wished the food matched more.
(3)Carlos C.
Came here to eat, would not come back. My two sodas were completely flat, my corn beef on rye was very dry and tasteless. My girlfriend's chicken sandwich was very tough, they cooked it far too long. We did not finish our meals and for the price this place was not worth it.
(2)Andreas H.
Food and drinks: 4 stars Night Club: 2 stars This place tries too hard, but if you want to enjoy a laid back evening (not LATE NIGHT), then it's alright. The food is quite tasty, if extremely caloric, and the drinks are spot on. The service we had was always friendly and the bartenders have been pretty hilarious. BUT... as a night club? PLEASE. Maybe it's the only place in the area, but COME ON...
(3)Danielle P.
A great place to eat during the day and party at night!
(4)Panda Bear C.
We really loved the atmosphere of this pub; mixed, somewhat matured crowd, which is good. We only came here for apps & drinks; for apps, we had the mushroom raviolis & French onion soup. They were both delicious... definitely ask for a side of bread with the mushroom raviolis, the creamy sauce is great for dipping. We are suckers for French Onion Soup, and theirs had a hint of curry flavor, which was so yum! We would definitely come back here for dinner next time.
(4)Jim M.
This is so great. Just need to get beyond my comfort zone and Order something different next time
(4)Bill B.
Seemed like a good place. Just stopped in with friends to grab a beer before going off to dinner. The service was very prompt and courteous. The atmosphere is that of a typical Irish-Style bar in the U.S. I'd stop back in if I was in the area.
(3)N M.
I guess I should know not to order shrimp scampi from an Irish place huh? I really can't say anyone else enjoyed theirs either though. And as for night life, not into sweaty drunk college guys trying to hump anything in heels. Yuck!
(2)Paul R.
There are 2 Irish pubs next to each other on main street. We went to both this is the better one but the meals could have been hotter.
(3)Michael D.
Good Irish Pub in setting of old bank! Food was ok at best, typical bar food. Atmosphere was the draw.
(4)Joanne K.
I've been here several times during my frequent Pocono golf weekends. I'm posting this review for a specific reason. It is a cautionary tale; please only order the pub food. This includes their excellent burgers, shepherd's pie, bangers and mash, etc. My husband and I made the mistake of going there this past Saturday night, during Memorial Day weekend. The downstairs bar needed to issue ear plugs for the decibel level, so we chose to be seated upstairs. Nice and quiet, but I think they put the trainee waitress up there. My husband's Whiskey Chicken, supposedly a house specialty, was tough and leathery, and his mashed potatoes were ice cold in the middle. Luckily, a supervisory came around and asked how everything was, because the waitress reappeared about the time we were finishing our meal. Again, can't stress enough, we have had lots of great burgers and beer here, and they import their Guinness direct from Ireland(not the US brewed facsimile). So stick to that and you'll be fine. Stray into anything more "exotic" and eat at your own risk.
(2)Momo B.
Siamsa holds a special place in my heart as the bar my high school friends and I would go to when we were home from college for the holidays. Once upon a time, we even ran into our favorite teacher in there, who we all had a crush on at one point or another. He had such dreamy blue eyes... I digress. Drinks are good, food is good... and I think it's probably one of the nicer (if not the nicest) bar/pub in the area. Usually when we went, they had pretty good cover bands. I think I even remember celebrating a new year here, with some Argentine ski instructors who were eventually kicked out... But, in general, my go-to bar when I am home.
(4)Alex S.
Food is pretty good, but it's impossible to stay after 10 on the weekends. The supposed 'dance party' is fun if you like pushing your way through ESU D-Bag meatheads and poorly dressed overweight girls, only to pay too much money for a beer.
(2)Terri C.
We ate lunch here and it was alright. I had the fish and chips and I have had better. I wished I had ordered something else.
(3)markeaux m.
The corn beef and cabbage was so very good! Nice serving of perfectly cooked cabbage and the beef was Prime A Number 1. Good service also by Andrea serving our large business party.
(4)j j.
Great place! We have only been here for dinner so I can't comment on the night life, but it always seems to start cooking when we leave from dinner! Nice friendly crowd. Great selection of food and beer. We got to sit in the bank safe this time! Fun for the kids. A warm and friendly place and I wish we could hang out more there!
(4)Ester B.
A ok place. I've been to Ireland and I am very familiar with Irish food. We were seated downstairs. It took 40 minutes to bring just bread. The food itself was nothing special. I had better Irish food in NY.
(3)Alex L.
I came across Siamsa while on a quick trip through Stroudsburg. Stopped by for a light lunch - onion soup, a house salad and a pint of Guinness. The food was very good, the people were friendly and I got a good vibe from the place even though 3 pm on a weekday afternoon is probably their slowest time of the day. Maybe this summer I'll take a drive over there for dinner.
(3)Vanessa V.
I was impressed with my dinner here last weekend. My friends and I were driving back to the city from a long day at Sunset Hill and Camelbeach (it's a fun and unusual combination!), and we decided to stop in Stroudsburg for a bite to eat. Being vegetarian, we weren't expecting much-- small towns usually lack things for us to eat. But we picked the three veg options at Siamsa and were pleasantly surprised. We all shared the veggie burger and fries, the potato skins (sans bacon), and the nachos. Healthy? No. Delicious? Yes. Minor gripes-- the potato skins could have used some salt or something-- they were a tad bland. Nachos were huge but toppings were done in sections instead of layers, so getting everything in one bite was a challenge. Waitress was super nice and it was really refreshing to eat outside after the cold water of the water park. Compared to my expectations of the town, this is a 4 star place to me!
(4)Mandy O.
Siamsa is defintiely one of the nicest bars in Stroudsburg atmosphere wise. They have a pretty full menu with everything from soups, salads, sandwiches to entrees that include anything from chicken to traditional Irish fare. It's a very popular "happy hour" spot for the locals who live and work in the area and they frequently have live music after 9 or 10 p.m. Even many of the bartenders are from Ireland and they are all very friendly and remember who you are and what you drink. The only thing I caution against is going there Thurs through Sat night after 9 as it has a d.j. all 3 nights and it is sardine-can packed with loud, drunk 22 year old students and you can barely make your way to the bar or bathroom let alone sit down or even hear anything that anybody is saying. Otherwise, it's a great little place to hang out - they have over 20 beers on tap, though they are slightly pricier than the other local bars (but not by much).
(4)Rob R.
I've always been a little weary of restaurant-pubs that advertise on highway billboards, because they tend to be overly tacky and reminiscent of regional chains (like Applebee's, etc.). However, this place offers decent food and a respectable beer selection. I love wings and I tend to be overly critical, but these wings were B-A-D. I've had better wings from my local grocery store (and that's not saying much). What saves this place is the rest of the menu - which is fitting enough to be called traditional "pub" fare. Their Irish breakfast was great (and a steal at $10). The atmosphere is great to meet a (small or large) group of friends. The TVs aren't so large or loud that you can't enjoy a conversation, but plentiful enough to catch every major sporting event that happens to be on. If you're staying in the area on business, trust the concierge this time - this place is legit.
(4)Chelsea P.
Pretty good Irish Pub with plenty of drinking madness and good-natured people. I've never had the food here, but I've never been disappointed in the drinks or service here. Probably one of the safest bests of Main Street Stroudsburg. Not that there are too many other options.
(3)Don M.
A bit pricey, but the food was great! I had the pecan encrusted trout and it was delicious. The mashed potatoes weren't great, but not horrible either. My wife had the apple pork chop and sweet potato fries and she thought it was delicious as well. The atmosphere was loud, but fun. Andrea was our waitress and was good and as attentive as she could be with as busy as it was. She did seem like she was in a hurry for us to leave, but then when we finished didn't seem ready for us to leave. All in all, great meal and experience.
(5)Anthony A.
An old bank turned into an Irish pub! Yes it's a " US" Irish pub but at least it's got Irish people owning it and working in it. Great crowd at the bar, all ages. Food is good with great lunch deals. For me it is too noisy after 8 pm, when the music starts(depending on the band).
(4)Emily R.
I don't eat at Irish pubs often so when I most recently went to Siamsa, I decided to have some real Irishy "meat and potatoes" dish. The Guinness beef stew sounded good but I went with the Shepherd's pie. The mashed potatoes on top were sooo creamy and the dish was much better than I expected. The night we went, Siamsa had $1 pints of Coors Light after 9 (I think $1.50 for Miller Light). They turn up the music really loud as it gets later and there's often a band playing. I wasn't there late enough to see the crowds that others have mentioned.
(4)Melissa K.
I went here shortly after Christmas 2007. It was my first time out in the bustling city (sarcasm) of Stroudsburg. After indulging in drink specials at Front Row, my best friends and I stumbled over to Siamsa to continue the fun. Well, at about 12 or 1230 we walked into Siamsa. I think I flirted my way out of paying a cover and thank god--this place was packed! Not what I was looking for when I just wanted to have fun with my friends whom I hadn't seen in four months. We could barely squeak by all the humping--I mean dancing--couples. It was hot and sweaty, spinning Top 40 hip hop hits and of course overplayed ones such as "Get Low" and "Soulja Boy." I think drinks were around $7-8 which IMO is expensive for the area, especially when Front Row is a few doors down doing $0.25 drafts of Coors or Yuengling. If the above tickles your fancy, go to Siamsa on Thursday nights. Or even worse, if you live in or around Stroudsburg this is probably one of your only options for late night fun. Hell, when I was outside waiting for my friends to get their fill of Siamsa, a man came up to me saying he had come all the way from Wilkes-Barre. Living in Southern California I have come to expect more than Siamsa offers in a nightspot!
(1)Mike S.
Great atmosphere, awesome service from the bartender and the prime rib was excellent. Our first night in the area and we chose this restaurant. We made the right choice.
(4)C H.
Just to be clear, upstairs gets 4 stars. As many other reviewers noted, the downstairs area sucks and definitely drags down the rating. Just walking through the first floor was the suck. Anyway, the food really was good. I didn't expect such yumminess in Stroudsburg PA. The shepherd's pie was delish, the corned beef and cabbage was not bad, but of all things, the French onion soup was out of this world. Yeah, that's right. The French onion soup was the standout dish that had all of us at one table fighting over the last drop. Believe it. The menu noted that the soup had curry and honey and we quizzed the waiter but were unable to drag more details out of him. Apparently there are cops swarming just outside most nights, so there's also entertainment to be had. We also got to observe drunk older American guys harassing young Australian women, and that really makes you feel patriotic. Did I mention the French onion soup?
(3)Chris T.
Nice place to stop for a beer. This inside is very reminiscent of an true Irish pub. The best part of it was the staff, they were very funny. Didn't have any food, but saw they had a dartboard that I imagine they were going to hang. Didn't stay for the supposed dance party in the evenings.
(4)Scott R.
Stroudsburg is making a go of the "main street" charm, with a fair number of interesting restaurants; even Starbucks set up here, they must be betting on the long term prospects for downtown. I wanted to try the Turkish grill a few doors down, but my wife was pressing for Irish pub. Guess where we went .... We had a table outdoors. Indoors was nicely reminiscent of a real pub in Ireland, lots of people already in high spirits - but it was dark, cold, and smoky, and we had our 10 year old with us - so we sat outside at one of the few tables on the sidewalk. That was interesting. Some college kids walking by wanted directions to Taco Bell (the waiter explained there was none); a cleanly dressed man was asking all the tables to "spare some change", and a group of skateboard chicks walked by loudly cussing like sailors. But it was a beautiful October evening, and there were some interesting old buildings to admire. So I guess the impact of local color on the star rating was net neutral. The meal itself was solid. My wife raved about her "whiskey chicken" and the mashed potatoes were real ($16). She's of Irish descent - she knows potatoes. And these were the real thing. I had the Guiness beef stew from the "traditional Irish" side of the menu, and it was hearty as advertised. A touch salty, but still good ($12). They also had sandwiches, serious entrees (frenched rack of lamb for $26), and a few out of the place dishes (would you order ravioli at an Irish pub??). There were also a half dozens (mostly fried) kids menu selections from $3-5. Worth a visit. Closer to the real thing than the tourist schlock that seems to predominate this general region.
(4)Carrie F.
For an irish pub they have great salmon dinner and salads. They have bands on selected weekends or they just have a juke box. The decor is nice. Enjoyed the setting alot. I recommend.
(4)Jeff S.
Great dinner out but you will want to sit upstairs if you're there for the food and not the bar scene. Great food, never have been disappointed.
(4)Lisa S.
Happy hour at the bar then dinner upstairs ... a pleasant, laid back evening of good food, atmosphere & service.
(4)Ruth R.
We had a prenuptial dinner last Friday night. The party room was great for our group. The food & service were both great. Thanks Kenny & Lisa, & the staff for the wonderful evening.
(5)Stormie P.
I went to Siamsa for lunch with a wedding party. I had the turkey club wrap, my boyfriend had the southwest chicken wrap, my friend had fish tacos, and her fiance had bangers and mash. We all loved our lunch as well as our alcoholic drinks. We were a party of 12, so it was hard to say how everyone else liked their food, however no one seemed to have any complaints. I saw some people had the corned beef sandwich, steak sandwich, and paninis. All looked excellent and judging from their empty plates, tasted just as good. Our waitress (forgot her name, unfortunately) was very good. She was attentive, quick, and friendly throughout the whole lunch. We informed her at the very beginning that each couple needed separate checks (which I know can be a pain), but she had no problem fulfilling our request. In the end, we all got our separate checks without error. We all had a great time and were finished in 1.5 hours- excellent service all around. If I am in the area again I will be sure to revisit Siamsa.
(4)Joseph I.
Shepherds pie was great, goulash was sub par. Service was slow but the atmosphere was really nice. We went while vacationing and likely will not return the next time we're up.
(3)Nez B.
$3 cover, $2 bud light, $9 long island, pop music. I played the arcade game In the back for a half hour though and had the 2 of the $1 jello shots. I dig it.
(3)Rebecca R.
Pretty good service. I love the house salad with grilled chicken and balsamic dressing. Cool crowd. Great for events and large gatherings. Really good menu.
(4)Mark S.
When we sat down at the both, there were knives, but no forks. We had to ask for forks. My knife was pretty dirty, so I asked for another one. The waitress threw the dirty knife in the bus pan, took out another one, and threw it in as well. The third one was clean. I ordered the chicken pot pie, and my date ordered the crab cakes. The pot pie was nothing great. It was heated very unevenly - some parts were hot, some were barely warm. It made me wonder. The crab cakes she ordered were a little better, but again, not served hot. The service was good. The food was a disappointment. Considering the fact that there are other restaurants just a few doors down, I probably won't be returning any time soon.
(2)Theresa B.
Lousy food. Especially the corner from and cabbage which is pretty hard to do considering how easy it is to make
(1)Stephy S.
Another local place in the downtown area. Slightly better food than other places, but there were flies everywhere. Gross. Guiness on tap though -the only redeeming quality I found during my lunch.
(2)Momo B.
Siamsa holds a special place in my heart as the bar my high school friends and I would go to when we were home from college for the holidays. Once upon a time, we even ran into our favorite teacher in there, who we all had a crush on at one point or another. He had such dreamy blue eyes... I digress. Drinks are good, food is good... and I think it's probably one of the nicer (if not the nicest) bar/pub in the area. Usually when we went, they had pretty good cover bands. I think I even remember celebrating a new year here, with some Argentine ski instructors who were eventually kicked out... But, in general, my go-to bar when I am home.
(4)Alex S.
Food is pretty good, but it's impossible to stay after 10 on the weekends. The supposed 'dance party' is fun if you like pushing your way through ESU D-Bag meatheads and poorly dressed overweight girls, only to pay too much money for a beer.
(2)j j.
Great place! We have only been here for dinner so I can't comment on the night life, but it always seems to start cooking when we leave from dinner! Nice friendly crowd. Great selection of food and beer. We got to sit in the bank safe this time! Fun for the kids. A warm and friendly place and I wish we could hang out more there!
(4)Ester B.
A ok place. I've been to Ireland and I am very familiar with Irish food. We were seated downstairs. It took 40 minutes to bring just bread. The food itself was nothing special. I had better Irish food in NY.
(3)Vanessa V.
I was impressed with my dinner here last weekend. My friends and I were driving back to the city from a long day at Sunset Hill and Camelbeach (it's a fun and unusual combination!), and we decided to stop in Stroudsburg for a bite to eat. Being vegetarian, we weren't expecting much-- small towns usually lack things for us to eat. But we picked the three veg options at Siamsa and were pleasantly surprised. We all shared the veggie burger and fries, the potato skins (sans bacon), and the nachos. Healthy? No. Delicious? Yes. Minor gripes-- the potato skins could have used some salt or something-- they were a tad bland. Nachos were huge but toppings were done in sections instead of layers, so getting everything in one bite was a challenge. Waitress was super nice and it was really refreshing to eat outside after the cold water of the water park. Compared to my expectations of the town, this is a 4 star place to me!
(4)Terri C.
We ate lunch here and it was alright. I had the fish and chips and I have had better. I wished I had ordered something else.
(3)markeaux m.
The corn beef and cabbage was so very good! Nice serving of perfectly cooked cabbage and the beef was Prime A Number 1. Good service also by Andrea serving our large business party.
(4)Mandy O.
Siamsa is defintiely one of the nicest bars in Stroudsburg atmosphere wise. They have a pretty full menu with everything from soups, salads, sandwiches to entrees that include anything from chicken to traditional Irish fare. It's a very popular "happy hour" spot for the locals who live and work in the area and they frequently have live music after 9 or 10 p.m. Even many of the bartenders are from Ireland and they are all very friendly and remember who you are and what you drink. The only thing I caution against is going there Thurs through Sat night after 9 as it has a d.j. all 3 nights and it is sardine-can packed with loud, drunk 22 year old students and you can barely make your way to the bar or bathroom let alone sit down or even hear anything that anybody is saying. Otherwise, it's a great little place to hang out - they have over 20 beers on tap, though they are slightly pricier than the other local bars (but not by much).
(4)Rob R.
I've always been a little weary of restaurant-pubs that advertise on highway billboards, because they tend to be overly tacky and reminiscent of regional chains (like Applebee's, etc.). However, this place offers decent food and a respectable beer selection. I love wings and I tend to be overly critical, but these wings were B-A-D. I've had better wings from my local grocery store (and that's not saying much). What saves this place is the rest of the menu - which is fitting enough to be called traditional "pub" fare. Their Irish breakfast was great (and a steal at $10). The atmosphere is great to meet a (small or large) group of friends. The TVs aren't so large or loud that you can't enjoy a conversation, but plentiful enough to catch every major sporting event that happens to be on. If you're staying in the area on business, trust the concierge this time - this place is legit.
(4)Chelsea P.
Pretty good Irish Pub with plenty of drinking madness and good-natured people. I've never had the food here, but I've never been disappointed in the drinks or service here. Probably one of the safest bests of Main Street Stroudsburg. Not that there are too many other options.
(3)Scott R.
Stroudsburg is making a go of the "main street" charm, with a fair number of interesting restaurants; even Starbucks set up here, they must be betting on the long term prospects for downtown. I wanted to try the Turkish grill a few doors down, but my wife was pressing for Irish pub. Guess where we went .... We had a table outdoors. Indoors was nicely reminiscent of a real pub in Ireland, lots of people already in high spirits - but it was dark, cold, and smoky, and we had our 10 year old with us - so we sat outside at one of the few tables on the sidewalk. That was interesting. Some college kids walking by wanted directions to Taco Bell (the waiter explained there was none); a cleanly dressed man was asking all the tables to "spare some change", and a group of skateboard chicks walked by loudly cussing like sailors. But it was a beautiful October evening, and there were some interesting old buildings to admire. So I guess the impact of local color on the star rating was net neutral. The meal itself was solid. My wife raved about her "whiskey chicken" and the mashed potatoes were real ($16). She's of Irish descent - she knows potatoes. And these were the real thing. I had the Guiness beef stew from the "traditional Irish" side of the menu, and it was hearty as advertised. A touch salty, but still good ($12). They also had sandwiches, serious entrees (frenched rack of lamb for $26), and a few out of the place dishes (would you order ravioli at an Irish pub??). There were also a half dozens (mostly fried) kids menu selections from $3-5. Worth a visit. Closer to the real thing than the tourist schlock that seems to predominate this general region.
(4)Carrie F.
For an irish pub they have great salmon dinner and salads. They have bands on selected weekends or they just have a juke box. The decor is nice. Enjoyed the setting alot. I recommend.
(4)Jeff S.
Great dinner out but you will want to sit upstairs if you're there for the food and not the bar scene. Great food, never have been disappointed.
(4)Lisa S.
Happy hour at the bar then dinner upstairs ... a pleasant, laid back evening of good food, atmosphere & service.
(4)C H.
Just to be clear, upstairs gets 4 stars. As many other reviewers noted, the downstairs area sucks and definitely drags down the rating. Just walking through the first floor was the suck. Anyway, the food really was good. I didn't expect such yumminess in Stroudsburg PA. The shepherd's pie was delish, the corned beef and cabbage was not bad, but of all things, the French onion soup was out of this world. Yeah, that's right. The French onion soup was the standout dish that had all of us at one table fighting over the last drop. Believe it. The menu noted that the soup had curry and honey and we quizzed the waiter but were unable to drag more details out of him. Apparently there are cops swarming just outside most nights, so there's also entertainment to be had. We also got to observe drunk older American guys harassing young Australian women, and that really makes you feel patriotic. Did I mention the French onion soup?
(3)Chris T.
Nice place to stop for a beer. This inside is very reminiscent of an true Irish pub. The best part of it was the staff, they were very funny. Didn't have any food, but saw they had a dartboard that I imagine they were going to hang. Didn't stay for the supposed dance party in the evenings.
(4)Kelly R.
Cute Irish Pub! Service was very good. The waitress was attentive and did not rush us at all. The Curry Chicken was excellent! The Fish and Chips were crispy and tender but the tartar sauce missed the mark a bit. They pour a decent Guinness and have a nice craft beer selection.
(3)Richie D.
This place smells like a frat house. Stale beer on the floor does not impress patrons, fyi. Did not stay for dinner as my party could mot get past the smell. Can anyone say ecoli? Thankful we did not eat here.
(1)Joe M.
I took my family of five here while we were vacationing nearby. My kids are 5, 8, and 10 and it was kid friendly and they had typical kid fair. The curry chicken was amazing and the pot pie was one of the best my daughter has had. Definitely coming back next time we are in the area.
(5)Kim N.
Good food, cute place, but the service was terrible. The place was practically empty - only one other table other than ours (2 adults, 3 kids). The waiter did not acknowledge us until we were there for some time. Drinks took a while - sodas & chocolate milks. Our orders were simple - burgers for the adults, chicken fingers & a grilled cheese for the kiddos. It took over half an hour to get our food. We should have walked out. Won't be going back.
(2)Nah D.
This is actually a really great place. Seating inside and outside. Though inside is a little dark. Has great character and good service. Most of all the food is great!
(5)Derek S.
***the stars are for the restaurant only, the bar is terrible, worst service I've had. Even at a college bar I expect at least half-decent bartenders that don't only serve their friends while the place is packed.. I felt like I was at a frat party. The place is overpriced, drinks are subpar, and the service was actually worse than a frat party, at least they appreciate my money. 5 stars for the food, decor, service, and -1 for the bathrooms (more on that in a little). I've been to siamsas plenty of times, at least a dozen just to eat. The menu is short but everything on it is appealing. The cheese dish was phenomenal, goat cheese is my personal favorite. The artichoke dip was as expected, but my favorite is by far the French onion soup, it is the best I've had in the states. The old bank fault is a nice touch, and the servers are attentive, but the bathroom, my god the bathroom! There was human feces in the urinal, and puke all over the stall. judging from the smell and the flies buzzing around, it must have been left over from the weekend. It was disgusting, and clearly no one there gets paid enough to clean that mess up, but a warning sign would have prevented me from nearly adding to the puddle of vomit on the floor.
(4)Annie C.
They were nice to bring my dog a water bowl. Mussels were overcooked. Curry chicken was horrible. Chicken was too dry. Did not taste like Irish curry chicken at all! They have a good selection if drafts but don't come here for food.
(2)Christine F.
Stopped here for dinner while vacationing in this area. We were a party of 7 and there was no issue seating us on a Saturday night. This pub is so cool looking. The decor is beautiful. Food was incredible. We all had the Onion soup, it was the best onion soup I have ever had. It had a touch of curry and honey, which made it have a slight kick of spice but a delightful sweetness from the honey. The main entrees were delicious and huge portions. Prices were resonable. Great beer selection as well. Waitress was pleasant. We enjoyed our visit to this pub and we plan on returning when we are back in the area again!
(5)Don M.
A bit pricey, but the food was great! I had the pecan encrusted trout and it was delicious. The mashed potatoes weren't great, but not horrible either. My wife had the apple pork chop and sweet potato fries and she thought it was delicious as well. The atmosphere was loud, but fun. Andrea was our waitress and was good and as attentive as she could be with as busy as it was. She did seem like she was in a hurry for us to leave, but then when we finished didn't seem ready for us to leave. All in all, great meal and experience.
(5)Anthony A.
An old bank turned into an Irish pub! Yes it's a " US" Irish pub but at least it's got Irish people owning it and working in it. Great crowd at the bar, all ages. Food is good with great lunch deals. For me it is too noisy after 8 pm, when the music starts(depending on the band).
(4)Emily R.
I don't eat at Irish pubs often so when I most recently went to Siamsa, I decided to have some real Irishy "meat and potatoes" dish. The Guinness beef stew sounded good but I went with the Shepherd's pie. The mashed potatoes on top were sooo creamy and the dish was much better than I expected. The night we went, Siamsa had $1 pints of Coors Light after 9 (I think $1.50 for Miller Light). They turn up the music really loud as it gets later and there's often a band playing. I wasn't there late enough to see the crowds that others have mentioned.
(4)Melissa K.
I went here shortly after Christmas 2007. It was my first time out in the bustling city (sarcasm) of Stroudsburg. After indulging in drink specials at Front Row, my best friends and I stumbled over to Siamsa to continue the fun. Well, at about 12 or 1230 we walked into Siamsa. I think I flirted my way out of paying a cover and thank god--this place was packed! Not what I was looking for when I just wanted to have fun with my friends whom I hadn't seen in four months. We could barely squeak by all the humping--I mean dancing--couples. It was hot and sweaty, spinning Top 40 hip hop hits and of course overplayed ones such as "Get Low" and "Soulja Boy." I think drinks were around $7-8 which IMO is expensive for the area, especially when Front Row is a few doors down doing $0.25 drafts of Coors or Yuengling. If the above tickles your fancy, go to Siamsa on Thursday nights. Or even worse, if you live in or around Stroudsburg this is probably one of your only options for late night fun. Hell, when I was outside waiting for my friends to get their fill of Siamsa, a man came up to me saying he had come all the way from Wilkes-Barre. Living in Southern California I have come to expect more than Siamsa offers in a nightspot!
(1)Mike S.
Great atmosphere, awesome service from the bartender and the prime rib was excellent. Our first night in the area and we chose this restaurant. We made the right choice.
(4)John B.
The cheese plate is a collection of Kraft singles and crumbled cheeses alongside generic Ritz crackers. The wait staff is miserable and there is no drink list. How does a bar not have a drink list!?
(1)Marisa D.
Love the bank-turned-Irish-pub atmosphere - there's even a table in an old bank vault. It lacks that warm, cozy pub feel though, a bit too open and empty. Food is average.
(4)Kristy V.
My husband and I have been eating here since they opened. I love the atmosphere downstairs with the big bank vault. The food has always been good. We've had bangers and mash, shepherds pie, Irish breakfast, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips and more. We really like the onion soup with its hint of curry. We had a large group of family visiting for skiing last year and we brought them here after trying to go to a chain with a 2 hour wait and we called Siamsa and they got us right in. Everyone loved their food and I was glad to share a local business with them. I've always been pleased and will be back for sure.
(4)Richa S.
My boyfriend said its the best thing in East Stroudsburg. We were there for 4 days and spent 2 nights enjoying happy hour deal after 10pm on $1 mixed drinks (vodka + cranberry / rum , tequila) , $2 soco lime - my fav. Never tried southern comfort with lime and simply loved it. We weren't there for food, so i can not comment on that. It had a good crowd and nice music.
(4)George B.
Great Old Irish Pub with good OL fashion Irish Pub Food. Very very very very very slow table service!! I should have took a seat at the bar!!! A few people came in after me and received their food before me! In a table for 1!!!!!!
(3)Anthony M.
Beer prices were good. I had the whiskey chicken, expecting it to have a punch, but it was kind of bland. Same for the side rice. The salad was nothing special. Nicest thing was the outdoor seating -- the temperature outside was perfect for dinner. Great company -- wished the food matched more.
(3)Keith L.
We dropped off a student at ESU and wanted to find a place to eat. I knew we were in trouble with the appetizers came...who needs entrees with appetizers this size? We had the cheese plate and the Irish smoked salmon, excellent and brought the cheese home. I only ordered dinner for the taste. The bangers and mash were wonderful. The other dinner was Irish stew which was just as good. Your food was way above pub fare but the purpose of taking the time to write this review is about your staff. Your Maitre d belongs in Manhattan!! As no tables were ready we started by sitting at the bar and had appetizers, the bar tenders, we had two a man and a woman were top notch. The Maire d came twice to make sure that we are ok and that he had the table that we wanted was ready. The waiter was perfect and the Maitre d said goodnight. Your staff is well above NEPA standards for any restaurant, hats off to you!!
(5)Jeff S.
Stopped in with the family to try somewhere different. We all enjoyed the cheese plater appetizer. The wife and I really liked the flavor of their French onion soup which has a really good flavor from curry. Burgers, chicken fingers, Irish sausage, and open faced Reuben were all really good. Only the chicken pot pie missed the mark a little. All in all a pretty good dinner.
(4)Andi S.
I lived in the Poconos for seven years and had eaten at Siamsa over a dozen times. The food was always barely average, but since there is not much to choose from in the Poconos, we occasionally ate there. My husband and I are known for being generous tippers (20% or more) and we were shocked at how we were treated the last time we were there. My in-laws were visiting us and they wanted to eat at an Irish pub, so we went there. Months earlier, I had been in a terrible car accident and I was still recovering, so had my leg in a cast up to my hip and was in a wheelchair. I needed to be seated where I could prop my leg up on a chair whilst eating. (it had been a few months since my accident, but the pain was still considerable so I needed my leg to remain horizontal) The hostess was nice about this, and eventually, accommodated me, but our soon-to-be waitress, Andrea, was seemingly very annoyed by this. I pretended not to notice. In case you are wondering, we were there when it was not busy and it was early evening on a saturday before the crowds come in. I ordered the fish and chips, which is something I had ordered there several times and it had been okay. (I must add that their french fries are just 'okay', but they are not fresh. They are peeled and are of a low quality variety.) THIS time however, I took a bite of the fish and it immediately tasted rancid. Just to make sure my taste buds weren't being silly, I took another tiny bite and yes, the fish was definitely past it's day of being safe to eat...it was indeed a rotten fish. The waitress took a long time to come around and when she finally did, she asked my husband and my in laws if everything was ok with their food. She ignored me and walked away pretty fast. As I was unable to walk to get the waitress, my husband and I waved her over, she ignored me again and went right to him. He pointed at me so that I could explain the problem.(she really seemed to dislike me for some reason) I politely explained to her that the fish was rotten. She retorted loudly with "Oh! I see that you ate a lot of it already! NO, I won't get you another one! for free" I explained that I only had two small bites. Once again, she accused me of trying to trick her in to "Getting some free fish". I was practically in tears at that point and she aggressively grabbed my plate of food and walked away with it, loudly yelling that she would get me another one. If I hadn't been so hungry, I would have told her to just forget it. She eventually brought back a new order of Fish and chips, slamming it down on the table in front of me with a very mean look on her face. I wanted to ask for a manager, but my husband and in-laws were so disgusted that they just wanted to pay the bill and leave, which we did. Andrea treated me with disdain and insolence, and I will never again return to this establishment.
(1)Rob H.
Great Irish Pub for the family. I've been in a lot of Irish pubs and I would say this is one of the larger ones. It is also kind of a crossover sports bar as they have a lot of TV's dotted around the place. The food is good and beer is tasty. The Guinness was served at a good temp and the service was excellent. I have had the Fish and Chips, Corned Beef and Cabbage and the Irish Stew. All were tasty and priced reasonably. Fairly loud and open floor plan. A good option for dinner in the area.
(3)Erik A.
I've been coming here on and off since they opened a number of years ago. I've had about a total of about 10 meals here. I would say 8 out of 10 have been nothing special, which is odd as many of my friends really enjoy the food. This could be the place that I just have bad luck at when it comes to the food. I have had a couple of good meals so I think there is hope out there, just no luck for me. The atmosphere is nice and I enjoy the place other than the food. Even today the wrap I had was a bit dry and they left the chopped onions on when I requested them to be left off.
(2)M Y.
Good authentic Irish dishes on the menu.
(4)Adam B.
Ok, wouldn't go for much more than a sandwich and a Guinness or two maybe. Wings are Lillaputian in size and not that good for that matter. Bartenders and servers are "just okay" - and there are some strange creatures that come out of the woodwork here. Late nights during the week tend to be full of grinding, gyrating college kids. Depending on your tastes, that might be a good thing. It looks kind of "beat up" as well as the interior has seen some serious wear and tear over the last 10 years that it's been open.
(3)Kim W.
An amazing Irish pub with great food, great music and a great crowd. I have never had a bad night out here. Always full of great memories and good drinks.
(4)Carlos C.
Came here to eat, would not come back. My two sodas were completely flat, my corn beef on rye was very dry and tasteless. My girlfriend's chicken sandwich was very tough, they cooked it far too long. We did not finish our meals and for the price this place was not worth it.
(2)Andreas H.
Food and drinks: 4 stars Night Club: 2 stars This place tries too hard, but if you want to enjoy a laid back evening (not LATE NIGHT), then it's alright. The food is quite tasty, if extremely caloric, and the drinks are spot on. The service we had was always friendly and the bartenders have been pretty hilarious. BUT... as a night club? PLEASE. Maybe it's the only place in the area, but COME ON...
(3)Danielle P.
A great place to eat during the day and party at night!
(4)Panda Bear C.
We really loved the atmosphere of this pub; mixed, somewhat matured crowd, which is good. We only came here for apps & drinks; for apps, we had the mushroom raviolis & French onion soup. They were both delicious... definitely ask for a side of bread with the mushroom raviolis, the creamy sauce is great for dipping. We are suckers for French Onion Soup, and theirs had a hint of curry flavor, which was so yum! We would definitely come back here for dinner next time.
(4)Jim M.
This is so great. Just need to get beyond my comfort zone and Order something different next time
(4)Bill B.
Seemed like a good place. Just stopped in with friends to grab a beer before going off to dinner. The service was very prompt and courteous. The atmosphere is that of a typical Irish-Style bar in the U.S. I'd stop back in if I was in the area.
(3)N M.
I guess I should know not to order shrimp scampi from an Irish place huh? I really can't say anyone else enjoyed theirs either though. And as for night life, not into sweaty drunk college guys trying to hump anything in heels. Yuck!
(2)Paul R.
There are 2 Irish pubs next to each other on main street. We went to both this is the better one but the meals could have been hotter.
(3)Michael D.
Good Irish Pub in setting of old bank! Food was ok at best, typical bar food. Atmosphere was the draw.
(4)Alex L.
I came across Siamsa while on a quick trip through Stroudsburg. Stopped by for a light lunch - onion soup, a house salad and a pint of Guinness. The food was very good, the people were friendly and I got a good vibe from the place even though 3 pm on a weekday afternoon is probably their slowest time of the day. Maybe this summer I'll take a drive over there for dinner.
(3)Joanne K.
I've been here several times during my frequent Pocono golf weekends. I'm posting this review for a specific reason. It is a cautionary tale; please only order the pub food. This includes their excellent burgers, shepherd's pie, bangers and mash, etc. My husband and I made the mistake of going there this past Saturday night, during Memorial Day weekend. The downstairs bar needed to issue ear plugs for the decibel level, so we chose to be seated upstairs. Nice and quiet, but I think they put the trainee waitress up there. My husband's Whiskey Chicken, supposedly a house specialty, was tough and leathery, and his mashed potatoes were ice cold in the middle. Luckily, a supervisory came around and asked how everything was, because the waitress reappeared about the time we were finishing our meal. Again, can't stress enough, we have had lots of great burgers and beer here, and they import their Guinness direct from Ireland(not the US brewed facsimile). So stick to that and you'll be fine. Stray into anything more "exotic" and eat at your own risk.
(2)Cassie M.
This is a great place to grab some Shepards pie, burgers or Irish stew. The apps are also good and so is the penne ala vodka. Their French fries are very good and I am surprised no one has taken notice of the French fries! I'm not a French fry enthusiast but they are particularly delicious. I highly recommend their creme brûlée also! This is a great place and have not been disappointed except for once with a dish I ordered ( whiskey chicken ) it was far from what I expected it to be. Other than that I am always pleased. Great place for Irish comfort food .
(4)John S.
Great place, great food, great atmosphere. My wife an I were going to the Sherman theater for a Mavericks show last Friday night and decided to stop in since it was right across the street from the place we were staying. It was an upbeat atmosphere. We were greeted by a lovely server named Kelly, a student at the college who was absolutely wonderful the whole time we were there. You can tell it was busy but she had no problem to stop and chat when we had questions about the area. I had a plain grilled chicken sandwich which had an awesome grilled flavor and my wife had the Cajun chicken sandwich which had a perfect amount of spice to it. Even the fries were perfect. Happy hour had $1 coors light and shock top which we took advantage of. We stopped Kenny, the manager to let him know that Kelly was awesome and the food was very very good and the restaurant in general was a very pleasing experience. He was gracious enough to chat for a few minutes even though we were Eagles fans :) We both work in nursing and know it's appreciated to hear some feedback every so often. Kelly said to stop by later for some shots because the atmosphere is very clubby after 10. We did stop by after our show and stayed until closing. We figured, we don't have our kids tonight we can act like a couple of old bastards for one night, and so we did. Fun time, fun place, tasty food, definitely recommend Siamsa to anyone visiting the area. It's only about 1:50 minute drive from us near Philly and we may go back this winter because of the great experience we had.
(5)Kali M.
Very cute local pub, though our first bartender seemed a bit frazzled. He brought my husband the wrong beer then tried to claim that that was what he ordered (even though everyone in our group of four clearly remembered otherwise). He gave us a total guilt trip about bringing it to his attention. Sorry, dude, we're not the ones that messed up here! After he passed us off on the other bartender, life was better.
(4)Michelle R.
I really like it here. Staff is friendly, food is good, place is clean. I usually always order the chicken pot pie or the Siamsa fries.
(4)Rebecca H.
Very nice atmosphere. Great service. Mussels were amazing. Price fixed 4 course meal was a great deal at a great price. So happy we found this place.
(4)Bob A.
Outstanding!! An authentic Irish Pub with Guinness served the way God intended it. The food was top-notched and the service excellent. The owner was friendly and checked on us. Will definite be back.
(4)Ashley S.
Neat building , nice view of Main Street. Menu pricey for what is offered. Crappy service. Everyone seems like they don't want to be bothered. Ended up w a large group on a Sunday night last sept, we were a bit loud but the only ones in there. They decided to seat a table of 2 right behind us when the place was empty . The table of 2 complained we were being too loud, and tb server came and said something to us. We frequent mainly at night BC the night bar scene is much better here than elsewhere on main
(3)Thomas N.
pretty place, very irishie looking, very good burger (not cooked rare) though over cooked, great salad
(4)Ester B.
A ok place. I've been to Ireland and I am very familiar with Irish food. We were seated downstairs. It took 40 minutes to bring just bread. The food itself was nothing special. I had better Irish food in NY.
(3)Alex L.
I came across Siamsa while on a quick trip through Stroudsburg. Stopped by for a light lunch - onion soup, a house salad and a pint of Guinness. The food was very good, the people were friendly and I got a good vibe from the place even though 3 pm on a weekday afternoon is probably their slowest time of the day. Maybe this summer I'll take a drive over there for dinner.
(3)Vanessa V.
I was impressed with my dinner here last weekend. My friends and I were driving back to the city from a long day at Sunset Hill and Camelbeach (it's a fun and unusual combination!), and we decided to stop in Stroudsburg for a bite to eat. Being vegetarian, we weren't expecting much-- small towns usually lack things for us to eat. But we picked the three veg options at Siamsa and were pleasantly surprised. We all shared the veggie burger and fries, the potato skins (sans bacon), and the nachos. Healthy? No. Delicious? Yes. Minor gripes-- the potato skins could have used some salt or something-- they were a tad bland. Nachos were huge but toppings were done in sections instead of layers, so getting everything in one bite was a challenge. Waitress was super nice and it was really refreshing to eat outside after the cold water of the water park. Compared to my expectations of the town, this is a 4 star place to me!
(4)Mandy O.
Siamsa is defintiely one of the nicest bars in Stroudsburg atmosphere wise. They have a pretty full menu with everything from soups, salads, sandwiches to entrees that include anything from chicken to traditional Irish fare. It's a very popular "happy hour" spot for the locals who live and work in the area and they frequently have live music after 9 or 10 p.m. Even many of the bartenders are from Ireland and they are all very friendly and remember who you are and what you drink. The only thing I caution against is going there Thurs through Sat night after 9 as it has a d.j. all 3 nights and it is sardine-can packed with loud, drunk 22 year old students and you can barely make your way to the bar or bathroom let alone sit down or even hear anything that anybody is saying. Otherwise, it's a great little place to hang out - they have over 20 beers on tap, though they are slightly pricier than the other local bars (but not by much).
(4)Rob R.
I've always been a little weary of restaurant-pubs that advertise on highway billboards, because they tend to be overly tacky and reminiscent of regional chains (like Applebee's, etc.). However, this place offers decent food and a respectable beer selection. I love wings and I tend to be overly critical, but these wings were B-A-D. I've had better wings from my local grocery store (and that's not saying much). What saves this place is the rest of the menu - which is fitting enough to be called traditional "pub" fare. Their Irish breakfast was great (and a steal at $10). The atmosphere is great to meet a (small or large) group of friends. The TVs aren't so large or loud that you can't enjoy a conversation, but plentiful enough to catch every major sporting event that happens to be on. If you're staying in the area on business, trust the concierge this time - this place is legit.
(4)Chelsea P.
Pretty good Irish Pub with plenty of drinking madness and good-natured people. I've never had the food here, but I've never been disappointed in the drinks or service here. Probably one of the safest bests of Main Street Stroudsburg. Not that there are too many other options.
(3)Don M.
A bit pricey, but the food was great! I had the pecan encrusted trout and it was delicious. The mashed potatoes weren't great, but not horrible either. My wife had the apple pork chop and sweet potato fries and she thought it was delicious as well. The atmosphere was loud, but fun. Andrea was our waitress and was good and as attentive as she could be with as busy as it was. She did seem like she was in a hurry for us to leave, but then when we finished didn't seem ready for us to leave. All in all, great meal and experience.
(5)Anthony A.
An old bank turned into an Irish pub! Yes it's a " US" Irish pub but at least it's got Irish people owning it and working in it. Great crowd at the bar, all ages. Food is good with great lunch deals. For me it is too noisy after 8 pm, when the music starts(depending on the band).
(4)Emily R.
I don't eat at Irish pubs often so when I most recently went to Siamsa, I decided to have some real Irishy "meat and potatoes" dish. The Guinness beef stew sounded good but I went with the Shepherd's pie. The mashed potatoes on top were sooo creamy and the dish was much better than I expected. The night we went, Siamsa had $1 pints of Coors Light after 9 (I think $1.50 for Miller Light). They turn up the music really loud as it gets later and there's often a band playing. I wasn't there late enough to see the crowds that others have mentioned.
(4)Melissa K.
I went here shortly after Christmas 2007. It was my first time out in the bustling city (sarcasm) of Stroudsburg. After indulging in drink specials at Front Row, my best friends and I stumbled over to Siamsa to continue the fun. Well, at about 12 or 1230 we walked into Siamsa. I think I flirted my way out of paying a cover and thank god--this place was packed! Not what I was looking for when I just wanted to have fun with my friends whom I hadn't seen in four months. We could barely squeak by all the humping--I mean dancing--couples. It was hot and sweaty, spinning Top 40 hip hop hits and of course overplayed ones such as "Get Low" and "Soulja Boy." I think drinks were around $7-8 which IMO is expensive for the area, especially when Front Row is a few doors down doing $0.25 drafts of Coors or Yuengling. If the above tickles your fancy, go to Siamsa on Thursday nights. Or even worse, if you live in or around Stroudsburg this is probably one of your only options for late night fun. Hell, when I was outside waiting for my friends to get their fill of Siamsa, a man came up to me saying he had come all the way from Wilkes-Barre. Living in Southern California I have come to expect more than Siamsa offers in a nightspot!
(1)Mike S.
Great atmosphere, awesome service from the bartender and the prime rib was excellent. Our first night in the area and we chose this restaurant. We made the right choice.
(4)C H.
Just to be clear, upstairs gets 4 stars. As many other reviewers noted, the downstairs area sucks and definitely drags down the rating. Just walking through the first floor was the suck. Anyway, the food really was good. I didn't expect such yumminess in Stroudsburg PA. The shepherd's pie was delish, the corned beef and cabbage was not bad, but of all things, the French onion soup was out of this world. Yeah, that's right. The French onion soup was the standout dish that had all of us at one table fighting over the last drop. Believe it. The menu noted that the soup had curry and honey and we quizzed the waiter but were unable to drag more details out of him. Apparently there are cops swarming just outside most nights, so there's also entertainment to be had. We also got to observe drunk older American guys harassing young Australian women, and that really makes you feel patriotic. Did I mention the French onion soup?
(3)Chris T.
Nice place to stop for a beer. This inside is very reminiscent of an true Irish pub. The best part of it was the staff, they were very funny. Didn't have any food, but saw they had a dartboard that I imagine they were going to hang. Didn't stay for the supposed dance party in the evenings.
(4)Scott R.
Stroudsburg is making a go of the "main street" charm, with a fair number of interesting restaurants; even Starbucks set up here, they must be betting on the long term prospects for downtown. I wanted to try the Turkish grill a few doors down, but my wife was pressing for Irish pub. Guess where we went .... We had a table outdoors. Indoors was nicely reminiscent of a real pub in Ireland, lots of people already in high spirits - but it was dark, cold, and smoky, and we had our 10 year old with us - so we sat outside at one of the few tables on the sidewalk. That was interesting. Some college kids walking by wanted directions to Taco Bell (the waiter explained there was none); a cleanly dressed man was asking all the tables to "spare some change", and a group of skateboard chicks walked by loudly cussing like sailors. But it was a beautiful October evening, and there were some interesting old buildings to admire. So I guess the impact of local color on the star rating was net neutral. The meal itself was solid. My wife raved about her "whiskey chicken" and the mashed potatoes were real ($16). She's of Irish descent - she knows potatoes. And these were the real thing. I had the Guiness beef stew from the "traditional Irish" side of the menu, and it was hearty as advertised. A touch salty, but still good ($12). They also had sandwiches, serious entrees (frenched rack of lamb for $26), and a few out of the place dishes (would you order ravioli at an Irish pub??). There were also a half dozens (mostly fried) kids menu selections from $3-5. Worth a visit. Closer to the real thing than the tourist schlock that seems to predominate this general region.
(4)Carrie F.
For an irish pub they have great salmon dinner and salads. They have bands on selected weekends or they just have a juke box. The decor is nice. Enjoyed the setting alot. I recommend.
(4)Jeff S.
Great dinner out but you will want to sit upstairs if you're there for the food and not the bar scene. Great food, never have been disappointed.
(4)Lisa S.
Happy hour at the bar then dinner upstairs ... a pleasant, laid back evening of good food, atmosphere & service.
(4)Ruth R.
We had a prenuptial dinner last Friday night. The party room was great for our group. The food & service were both great. Thanks Kenny & Lisa, & the staff for the wonderful evening.
(5)Derek S.
***the stars are for the restaurant only, the bar is terrible, worst service I've had. Even at a college bar I expect at least half-decent bartenders that don't only serve their friends while the place is packed.. I felt like I was at a frat party. The place is overpriced, drinks are subpar, and the service was actually worse than a frat party, at least they appreciate my money. 5 stars for the food, decor, service, and -1 for the bathrooms (more on that in a little). I've been to siamsas plenty of times, at least a dozen just to eat. The menu is short but everything on it is appealing. The cheese dish was phenomenal, goat cheese is my personal favorite. The artichoke dip was as expected, but my favorite is by far the French onion soup, it is the best I've had in the states. The old bank fault is a nice touch, and the servers are attentive, but the bathroom, my god the bathroom! There was human feces in the urinal, and puke all over the stall. judging from the smell and the flies buzzing around, it must have been left over from the weekend. It was disgusting, and clearly no one there gets paid enough to clean that mess up, but a warning sign would have prevented me from nearly adding to the puddle of vomit on the floor.
(4)Christine F.
Stopped here for dinner while vacationing in this area. We were a party of 7 and there was no issue seating us on a Saturday night. This pub is so cool looking. The decor is beautiful. Food was incredible. We all had the Onion soup, it was the best onion soup I have ever had. It had a touch of curry and honey, which made it have a slight kick of spice but a delightful sweetness from the honey. The main entrees were delicious and huge portions. Prices were resonable. Great beer selection as well. Waitress was pleasant. We enjoyed our visit to this pub and we plan on returning when we are back in the area again!
(5)Annie C.
They were nice to bring my dog a water bowl. Mussels were overcooked. Curry chicken was horrible. Chicken was too dry. Did not taste like Irish curry chicken at all! They have a good selection if drafts but don't come here for food.
(2)Stormie P.
I went to Siamsa for lunch with a wedding party. I had the turkey club wrap, my boyfriend had the southwest chicken wrap, my friend had fish tacos, and her fiance had bangers and mash. We all loved our lunch as well as our alcoholic drinks. We were a party of 12, so it was hard to say how everyone else liked their food, however no one seemed to have any complaints. I saw some people had the corned beef sandwich, steak sandwich, and paninis. All looked excellent and judging from their empty plates, tasted just as good. Our waitress (forgot her name, unfortunately) was very good. She was attentive, quick, and friendly throughout the whole lunch. We informed her at the very beginning that each couple needed separate checks (which I know can be a pain), but she had no problem fulfilling our request. In the end, we all got our separate checks without error. We all had a great time and were finished in 1.5 hours- excellent service all around. If I am in the area again I will be sure to revisit Siamsa.
(4)Joseph I.
Shepherds pie was great, goulash was sub par. Service was slow but the atmosphere was really nice. We went while vacationing and likely will not return the next time we're up.
(3)Nez B.
$3 cover, $2 bud light, $9 long island, pop music. I played the arcade game In the back for a half hour though and had the 2 of the $1 jello shots. I dig it.
(3)Rebecca R.
Pretty good service. I love the house salad with grilled chicken and balsamic dressing. Cool crowd. Great for events and large gatherings. Really good menu.
(4)Mark S.
When we sat down at the both, there were knives, but no forks. We had to ask for forks. My knife was pretty dirty, so I asked for another one. The waitress threw the dirty knife in the bus pan, took out another one, and threw it in as well. The third one was clean. I ordered the chicken pot pie, and my date ordered the crab cakes. The pot pie was nothing great. It was heated very unevenly - some parts were hot, some were barely warm. It made me wonder. The crab cakes she ordered were a little better, but again, not served hot. The service was good. The food was a disappointment. Considering the fact that there are other restaurants just a few doors down, I probably won't be returning any time soon.
(2)Theresa B.
Lousy food. Especially the corner from and cabbage which is pretty hard to do considering how easy it is to make
(1)Stephy S.
Another local place in the downtown area. Slightly better food than other places, but there were flies everywhere. Gross. Guiness on tap though -the only redeeming quality I found during my lunch.
(2)Keith L.
We dropped off a student at ESU and wanted to find a place to eat. I knew we were in trouble with the appetizers came...who needs entrees with appetizers this size? We had the cheese plate and the Irish smoked salmon, excellent and brought the cheese home. I only ordered dinner for the taste. The bangers and mash were wonderful. The other dinner was Irish stew which was just as good. Your food was way above pub fare but the purpose of taking the time to write this review is about your staff. Your Maitre d belongs in Manhattan!! As no tables were ready we started by sitting at the bar and had appetizers, the bar tenders, we had two a man and a woman were top notch. The Maire d came twice to make sure that we are ok and that he had the table that we wanted was ready. The waiter was perfect and the Maitre d said goodnight. Your staff is well above NEPA standards for any restaurant, hats off to you!!
(5)Jeff S.
Stopped in with the family to try somewhere different. We all enjoyed the cheese plater appetizer. The wife and I really liked the flavor of their French onion soup which has a really good flavor from curry. Burgers, chicken fingers, Irish sausage, and open faced Reuben were all really good. Only the chicken pot pie missed the mark a little. All in all a pretty good dinner.
(4)Erik A.
I've been coming here on and off since they opened a number of years ago. I've had about a total of about 10 meals here. I would say 8 out of 10 have been nothing special, which is odd as many of my friends really enjoy the food. This could be the place that I just have bad luck at when it comes to the food. I have had a couple of good meals so I think there is hope out there, just no luck for me. The atmosphere is nice and I enjoy the place other than the food. Even today the wrap I had was a bit dry and they left the chopped onions on when I requested them to be left off.
(2)M Y.
Good authentic Irish dishes on the menu.
(4)John S.
Great place, great food, great atmosphere. My wife an I were going to the Sherman theater for a Mavericks show last Friday night and decided to stop in since it was right across the street from the place we were staying. It was an upbeat atmosphere. We were greeted by a lovely server named Kelly, a student at the college who was absolutely wonderful the whole time we were there. You can tell it was busy but she had no problem to stop and chat when we had questions about the area. I had a plain grilled chicken sandwich which had an awesome grilled flavor and my wife had the Cajun chicken sandwich which had a perfect amount of spice to it. Even the fries were perfect. Happy hour had $1 coors light and shock top which we took advantage of. We stopped Kenny, the manager to let him know that Kelly was awesome and the food was very very good and the restaurant in general was a very pleasing experience. He was gracious enough to chat for a few minutes even though we were Eagles fans :) We both work in nursing and know it's appreciated to hear some feedback every so often. Kelly said to stop by later for some shots because the atmosphere is very clubby after 10. We did stop by after our show and stayed until closing. We figured, we don't have our kids tonight we can act like a couple of old bastards for one night, and so we did. Fun time, fun place, tasty food, definitely recommend Siamsa to anyone visiting the area. It's only about 1:50 minute drive from us near Philly and we may go back this winter because of the great experience we had.
(5)Kali M.
Very cute local pub, though our first bartender seemed a bit frazzled. He brought my husband the wrong beer then tried to claim that that was what he ordered (even though everyone in our group of four clearly remembered otherwise). He gave us a total guilt trip about bringing it to his attention. Sorry, dude, we're not the ones that messed up here! After he passed us off on the other bartender, life was better.
(4)Michelle R.
I really like it here. Staff is friendly, food is good, place is clean. I usually always order the chicken pot pie or the Siamsa fries.
(4)Rebecca H.
Very nice atmosphere. Great service. Mussels were amazing. Price fixed 4 course meal was a great deal at a great price. So happy we found this place.
(4)Bob A.
Outstanding!! An authentic Irish Pub with Guinness served the way God intended it. The food was top-notched and the service excellent. The owner was friendly and checked on us. Will definite be back.
(4)Ashley S.
Neat building , nice view of Main Street. Menu pricey for what is offered. Crappy service. Everyone seems like they don't want to be bothered. Ended up w a large group on a Sunday night last sept, we were a bit loud but the only ones in there. They decided to seat a table of 2 right behind us when the place was empty . The table of 2 complained we were being too loud, and tb server came and said something to us. We frequent mainly at night BC the night bar scene is much better here than elsewhere on main
(3)Thomas N.
pretty place, very irishie looking, very good burger (not cooked rare) though over cooked, great salad
(4)Andi S.
I lived in the Poconos for seven years and had eaten at Siamsa over a dozen times. The food was always barely average, but since there is not much to choose from in the Poconos, we occasionally ate there. My husband and I are known for being generous tippers (20% or more) and we were shocked at how we were treated the last time we were there. My in-laws were visiting us and they wanted to eat at an Irish pub, so we went there. Months earlier, I had been in a terrible car accident and I was still recovering, so had my leg in a cast up to my hip and was in a wheelchair. I needed to be seated where I could prop my leg up on a chair whilst eating. (it had been a few months since my accident, but the pain was still considerable so I needed my leg to remain horizontal) The hostess was nice about this, and eventually, accommodated me, but our soon-to-be waitress, Andrea, was seemingly very annoyed by this. I pretended not to notice. In case you are wondering, we were there when it was not busy and it was early evening on a saturday before the crowds come in. I ordered the fish and chips, which is something I had ordered there several times and it had been okay. (I must add that their french fries are just 'okay', but they are not fresh. They are peeled and are of a low quality variety.) THIS time however, I took a bite of the fish and it immediately tasted rancid. Just to make sure my taste buds weren't being silly, I took another tiny bite and yes, the fish was definitely past it's day of being safe to eat...it was indeed a rotten fish. The waitress took a long time to come around and when she finally did, she asked my husband and my in laws if everything was ok with their food. She ignored me and walked away pretty fast. As I was unable to walk to get the waitress, my husband and I waved her over, she ignored me again and went right to him. He pointed at me so that I could explain the problem.(she really seemed to dislike me for some reason) I politely explained to her that the fish was rotten. She retorted loudly with "Oh! I see that you ate a lot of it already! NO, I won't get you another one! for free" I explained that I only had two small bites. Once again, she accused me of trying to trick her in to "Getting some free fish". I was practically in tears at that point and she aggressively grabbed my plate of food and walked away with it, loudly yelling that she would get me another one. If I hadn't been so hungry, I would have told her to just forget it. She eventually brought back a new order of Fish and chips, slamming it down on the table in front of me with a very mean look on her face. I wanted to ask for a manager, but my husband and in-laws were so disgusted that they just wanted to pay the bill and leave, which we did. Andrea treated me with disdain and insolence, and I will never again return to this establishment.
(1)Rob H.
Great Irish Pub for the family. I've been in a lot of Irish pubs and I would say this is one of the larger ones. It is also kind of a crossover sports bar as they have a lot of TV's dotted around the place. The food is good and beer is tasty. The Guinness was served at a good temp and the service was excellent. I have had the Fish and Chips, Corned Beef and Cabbage and the Irish Stew. All were tasty and priced reasonably. Fairly loud and open floor plan. A good option for dinner in the area.
(3)Adam B.
Ok, wouldn't go for much more than a sandwich and a Guinness or two maybe. Wings are Lillaputian in size and not that good for that matter. Bartenders and servers are "just okay" - and there are some strange creatures that come out of the woodwork here. Late nights during the week tend to be full of grinding, gyrating college kids. Depending on your tastes, that might be a good thing. It looks kind of "beat up" as well as the interior has seen some serious wear and tear over the last 10 years that it's been open.
(3)Kim W.
An amazing Irish pub with great food, great music and a great crowd. I have never had a bad night out here. Always full of great memories and good drinks.
(4)Kelly R.
Cute Irish Pub! Service was very good. The waitress was attentive and did not rush us at all. The Curry Chicken was excellent! The Fish and Chips were crispy and tender but the tartar sauce missed the mark a bit. They pour a decent Guinness and have a nice craft beer selection.
(3)Richie D.
This place smells like a frat house. Stale beer on the floor does not impress patrons, fyi. Did not stay for dinner as my party could mot get past the smell. Can anyone say ecoli? Thankful we did not eat here.
(1)Cassie M.
This is a great place to grab some Shepards pie, burgers or Irish stew. The apps are also good and so is the penne ala vodka. Their French fries are very good and I am surprised no one has taken notice of the French fries! I'm not a French fry enthusiast but they are particularly delicious. I highly recommend their creme brûlée also! This is a great place and have not been disappointed except for once with a dish I ordered ( whiskey chicken ) it was far from what I expected it to be. Other than that I am always pleased. Great place for Irish comfort food .
(4)George B.
Great Old Irish Pub with good OL fashion Irish Pub Food. Very very very very very slow table service!! I should have took a seat at the bar!!! A few people came in after me and received their food before me! In a table for 1!!!!!!
(3)Anthony M.
Beer prices were good. I had the whiskey chicken, expecting it to have a punch, but it was kind of bland. Same for the side rice. The salad was nothing special. Nicest thing was the outdoor seating -- the temperature outside was perfect for dinner. Great company -- wished the food matched more.
(3)Carlos C.
Came here to eat, would not come back. My two sodas were completely flat, my corn beef on rye was very dry and tasteless. My girlfriend's chicken sandwich was very tough, they cooked it far too long. We did not finish our meals and for the price this place was not worth it.
(2)Andreas H.
Food and drinks: 4 stars Night Club: 2 stars This place tries too hard, but if you want to enjoy a laid back evening (not LATE NIGHT), then it's alright. The food is quite tasty, if extremely caloric, and the drinks are spot on. The service we had was always friendly and the bartenders have been pretty hilarious. BUT... as a night club? PLEASE. Maybe it's the only place in the area, but COME ON...
(3)Danielle P.
A great place to eat during the day and party at night!
(4)Panda Bear C.
We really loved the atmosphere of this pub; mixed, somewhat matured crowd, which is good. We only came here for apps & drinks; for apps, we had the mushroom raviolis & French onion soup. They were both delicious... definitely ask for a side of bread with the mushroom raviolis, the creamy sauce is great for dipping. We are suckers for French Onion Soup, and theirs had a hint of curry flavor, which was so yum! We would definitely come back here for dinner next time.
(4)Jim M.
This is so great. Just need to get beyond my comfort zone and Order something different next time
(4)Bill B.
Seemed like a good place. Just stopped in with friends to grab a beer before going off to dinner. The service was very prompt and courteous. The atmosphere is that of a typical Irish-Style bar in the U.S. I'd stop back in if I was in the area.
(3)N M.
I guess I should know not to order shrimp scampi from an Irish place huh? I really can't say anyone else enjoyed theirs either though. And as for night life, not into sweaty drunk college guys trying to hump anything in heels. Yuck!
(2)Paul R.
There are 2 Irish pubs next to each other on main street. We went to both this is the better one but the meals could have been hotter.
(3)Michael D.
Good Irish Pub in setting of old bank! Food was ok at best, typical bar food. Atmosphere was the draw.
(4)Joanne K.
I've been here several times during my frequent Pocono golf weekends. I'm posting this review for a specific reason. It is a cautionary tale; please only order the pub food. This includes their excellent burgers, shepherd's pie, bangers and mash, etc. My husband and I made the mistake of going there this past Saturday night, during Memorial Day weekend. The downstairs bar needed to issue ear plugs for the decibel level, so we chose to be seated upstairs. Nice and quiet, but I think they put the trainee waitress up there. My husband's Whiskey Chicken, supposedly a house specialty, was tough and leathery, and his mashed potatoes were ice cold in the middle. Luckily, a supervisory came around and asked how everything was, because the waitress reappeared about the time we were finishing our meal. Again, can't stress enough, we have had lots of great burgers and beer here, and they import their Guinness direct from Ireland(not the US brewed facsimile). So stick to that and you'll be fine. Stray into anything more "exotic" and eat at your own risk.
(2)Momo B.
Siamsa holds a special place in my heart as the bar my high school friends and I would go to when we were home from college for the holidays. Once upon a time, we even ran into our favorite teacher in there, who we all had a crush on at one point or another. He had such dreamy blue eyes... I digress. Drinks are good, food is good... and I think it's probably one of the nicer (if not the nicest) bar/pub in the area. Usually when we went, they had pretty good cover bands. I think I even remember celebrating a new year here, with some Argentine ski instructors who were eventually kicked out... But, in general, my go-to bar when I am home.
(4)Alex S.
Food is pretty good, but it's impossible to stay after 10 on the weekends. The supposed 'dance party' is fun if you like pushing your way through ESU D-Bag meatheads and poorly dressed overweight girls, only to pay too much money for a beer.
(2)Terri C.
We ate lunch here and it was alright. I had the fish and chips and I have had better. I wished I had ordered something else.
(3)markeaux m.
The corn beef and cabbage was so very good! Nice serving of perfectly cooked cabbage and the beef was Prime A Number 1. Good service also by Andrea serving our large business party.
(4)j j.
Great place! We have only been here for dinner so I can't comment on the night life, but it always seems to start cooking when we leave from dinner! Nice friendly crowd. Great selection of food and beer. We got to sit in the bank safe this time! Fun for the kids. A warm and friendly place and I wish we could hang out more there!
(4)Joe M.
I took my family of five here while we were vacationing nearby. My kids are 5, 8, and 10 and it was kid friendly and they had typical kid fair. The curry chicken was amazing and the pot pie was one of the best my daughter has had. Definitely coming back next time we are in the area.
(5)Kim N.
Good food, cute place, but the service was terrible. The place was practically empty - only one other table other than ours (2 adults, 3 kids). The waiter did not acknowledge us until we were there for some time. Drinks took a while - sodas & chocolate milks. Our orders were simple - burgers for the adults, chicken fingers & a grilled cheese for the kiddos. It took over half an hour to get our food. We should have walked out. Won't be going back.
(2)Nah D.
This is actually a really great place. Seating inside and outside. Though inside is a little dark. Has great character and good service. Most of all the food is great!
(5)John B.
The cheese plate is a collection of Kraft singles and crumbled cheeses alongside generic Ritz crackers. The wait staff is miserable and there is no drink list. How does a bar not have a drink list!?
(1)Marisa D.
Love the bank-turned-Irish-pub atmosphere - there's even a table in an old bank vault. It lacks that warm, cozy pub feel though, a bit too open and empty. Food is average.
(4)Kristy V.
My husband and I have been eating here since they opened. I love the atmosphere downstairs with the big bank vault. The food has always been good. We've had bangers and mash, shepherds pie, Irish breakfast, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips and more. We really like the onion soup with its hint of curry. We had a large group of family visiting for skiing last year and we brought them here after trying to go to a chain with a 2 hour wait and we called Siamsa and they got us right in. Everyone loved their food and I was glad to share a local business with them. I've always been pleased and will be back for sure.
(4)Richa S.
My boyfriend said its the best thing in East Stroudsburg. We were there for 4 days and spent 2 nights enjoying happy hour deal after 10pm on $1 mixed drinks (vodka + cranberry / rum , tequila) , $2 soco lime - my fav. Never tried southern comfort with lime and simply loved it. We weren't there for food, so i can not comment on that. It had a good crowd and nice music.
(4)John S.
Great place, great food, great atmosphere. My wife an I were going to the Sherman theater for a Mavericks show last Friday night and decided to stop in since it was right across the street from the place we were staying. It was an upbeat atmosphere. We were greeted by a lovely server named Kelly, a student at the college who was absolutely wonderful the whole time we were there. You can tell it was busy but she had no problem to stop and chat when we had questions about the area. I had a plain grilled chicken sandwich which had an awesome grilled flavor and my wife had the Cajun chicken sandwich which had a perfect amount of spice to it. Even the fries were perfect. Happy hour had $1 coors light and shock top which we took advantage of. We stopped Kenny, the manager to let him know that Kelly was awesome and the food was very very good and the restaurant in general was a very pleasing experience. He was gracious enough to chat for a few minutes even though we were Eagles fans :) We both work in nursing and know it's appreciated to hear some feedback every so often. Kelly said to stop by later for some shots because the atmosphere is very clubby after 10. We did stop by after our show and stayed until closing. We figured, we don't have our kids tonight we can act like a couple of old bastards for one night, and so we did. Fun time, fun place, tasty food, definitely recommend Siamsa to anyone visiting the area. It's only about 1:50 minute drive from us near Philly and we may go back this winter because of the great experience we had.
(5)Ashley S.
Neat building , nice view of Main Street. Menu pricey for what is offered. Crappy service. Everyone seems like they don't want to be bothered. Ended up w a large group on a Sunday night last sept, we were a bit loud but the only ones in there. They decided to seat a table of 2 right behind us when the place was empty . The table of 2 complained we were being too loud, and tb server came and said something to us. We frequent mainly at night BC the night bar scene is much better here than elsewhere on main
(3)Thomas N.
pretty place, very irishie looking, very good burger (not cooked rare) though over cooked, great salad
(4)Erik A.
I've been coming here on and off since they opened a number of years ago. I've had about a total of about 10 meals here. I would say 8 out of 10 have been nothing special, which is odd as many of my friends really enjoy the food. This could be the place that I just have bad luck at when it comes to the food. I have had a couple of good meals so I think there is hope out there, just no luck for me. The atmosphere is nice and I enjoy the place other than the food. Even today the wrap I had was a bit dry and they left the chopped onions on when I requested them to be left off.
(2)M Y.
Good authentic Irish dishes on the menu.
(4)Adam B.
Ok, wouldn't go for much more than a sandwich and a Guinness or two maybe. Wings are Lillaputian in size and not that good for that matter. Bartenders and servers are "just okay" - and there are some strange creatures that come out of the woodwork here. Late nights during the week tend to be full of grinding, gyrating college kids. Depending on your tastes, that might be a good thing. It looks kind of "beat up" as well as the interior has seen some serious wear and tear over the last 10 years that it's been open.
(3)Kim W.
An amazing Irish pub with great food, great music and a great crowd. I have never had a bad night out here. Always full of great memories and good drinks.
(4)Marisa D.
Love the bank-turned-Irish-pub atmosphere - there's even a table in an old bank vault. It lacks that warm, cozy pub feel though, a bit too open and empty. Food is average.
(4)Kim N.
Good food, cute place, but the service was terrible. The place was practically empty - only one other table other than ours (2 adults, 3 kids). The waiter did not acknowledge us until we were there for some time. Drinks took a while - sodas & chocolate milks. Our orders were simple - burgers for the adults, chicken fingers & a grilled cheese for the kiddos. It took over half an hour to get our food. We should have walked out. Won't be going back.
(2)Nah D.
This is actually a really great place. Seating inside and outside. Though inside is a little dark. Has great character and good service. Most of all the food is great!
(5)Joe M.
I took my family of five here while we were vacationing nearby. My kids are 5, 8, and 10 and it was kid friendly and they had typical kid fair. The curry chicken was amazing and the pot pie was one of the best my daughter has had. Definitely coming back next time we are in the area.
(5)D L.
Sunday afternoon it was loud with all the sports fans. But family friendly. We started with onion rings. They were perfectly prepared with cripsy batter. Very tasty one of the best we've had in a long time and it was a very generous amount. With that beginning we were expecting more. Our entrees: Shepherd's Pie and Chicken Curry were less than spectacular. Shepherd's pie was very heavy on the meat, which was so finely ground as to be mushy and it had a flavor reminiscent of Spam. Ok if you like it, but not when you're expecting something else. Barely any vegetables which it could have used to break up the mushy meat. The potatoes were beautifully piped on top but the flavor was overpowered by the meat. The Chicken Curry was ok, although too salty. Based on the onion rings I expect the fish & chips would be good. We'll probably give them one more try, just not any time soon.
(2)Derek S.
***the stars are for the restaurant only, the bar is terrible, worst service I've had. Even at a college bar I expect at least half-decent bartenders that don't only serve their friends while the place is packed.. I felt like I was at a frat party. The place is overpriced, drinks are subpar, and the service was actually worse than a frat party, at least they appreciate my money. 5 stars for the food, decor, service, and -1 for the bathrooms (more on that in a little). I've been to siamsas plenty of times, at least a dozen just to eat. The menu is short but everything on it is appealing. The cheese dish was phenomenal, goat cheese is my personal favorite. The artichoke dip was as expected, but my favorite is by far the French onion soup, it is the best I've had in the states. The old bank fault is a nice touch, and the servers are attentive, but the bathroom, my god the bathroom! There was human feces in the urinal, and puke all over the stall. judging from the smell and the flies buzzing around, it must have been left over from the weekend. It was disgusting, and clearly no one there gets paid enough to clean that mess up, but a warning sign would have prevented me from nearly adding to the puddle of vomit on the floor.
(4)Christine F.
Stopped here for dinner while vacationing in this area. We were a party of 7 and there was no issue seating us on a Saturday night. This pub is so cool looking. The decor is beautiful. Food was incredible. We all had the Onion soup, it was the best onion soup I have ever had. It had a touch of curry and honey, which made it have a slight kick of spice but a delightful sweetness from the honey. The main entrees were delicious and huge portions. Prices were resonable. Great beer selection as well. Waitress was pleasant. We enjoyed our visit to this pub and we plan on returning when we are back in the area again!
(5)John B.
The cheese plate is a collection of Kraft singles and crumbled cheeses alongside generic Ritz crackers. The wait staff is miserable and there is no drink list. How does a bar not have a drink list!?
(1)Annie C.
They were nice to bring my dog a water bowl. Mussels were overcooked. Curry chicken was horrible. Chicken was too dry. Did not taste like Irish curry chicken at all! They have a good selection if drafts but don't come here for food.
(2)Kristy V.
My husband and I have been eating here since they opened. I love the atmosphere downstairs with the big bank vault. The food has always been good. We've had bangers and mash, shepherds pie, Irish breakfast, corned beef and cabbage, fish and chips and more. We really like the onion soup with its hint of curry. We had a large group of family visiting for skiing last year and we brought them here after trying to go to a chain with a 2 hour wait and we called Siamsa and they got us right in. Everyone loved their food and I was glad to share a local business with them. I've always been pleased and will be back for sure.
(4)Richa S.
My boyfriend said its the best thing in East Stroudsburg. We were there for 4 days and spent 2 nights enjoying happy hour deal after 10pm on $1 mixed drinks (vodka + cranberry / rum , tequila) , $2 soco lime - my fav. Never tried southern comfort with lime and simply loved it. We weren't there for food, so i can not comment on that. It had a good crowd and nice music.
(4)Ruth R.
We had a prenuptial dinner last Friday night. The party room was great for our group. The food & service were both great. Thanks Kenny & Lisa, & the staff for the wonderful evening.
(5)Stormie P.
I went to Siamsa for lunch with a wedding party. I had the turkey club wrap, my boyfriend had the southwest chicken wrap, my friend had fish tacos, and her fiance had bangers and mash. We all loved our lunch as well as our alcoholic drinks. We were a party of 12, so it was hard to say how everyone else liked their food, however no one seemed to have any complaints. I saw some people had the corned beef sandwich, steak sandwich, and paninis. All looked excellent and judging from their empty plates, tasted just as good. Our waitress (forgot her name, unfortunately) was very good. She was attentive, quick, and friendly throughout the whole lunch. We informed her at the very beginning that each couple needed separate checks (which I know can be a pain), but she had no problem fulfilling our request. In the end, we all got our separate checks without error. We all had a great time and were finished in 1.5 hours- excellent service all around. If I am in the area again I will be sure to revisit Siamsa.
(4)Joseph I.
Shepherds pie was great, goulash was sub par. Service was slow but the atmosphere was really nice. We went while vacationing and likely will not return the next time we're up.
(3)Nez B.
$3 cover, $2 bud light, $9 long island, pop music. I played the arcade game In the back for a half hour though and had the 2 of the $1 jello shots. I dig it.
(3)Rebecca R.
Pretty good service. I love the house salad with grilled chicken and balsamic dressing. Cool crowd. Great for events and large gatherings. Really good menu.
(4)Mark S.
When we sat down at the both, there were knives, but no forks. We had to ask for forks. My knife was pretty dirty, so I asked for another one. The waitress threw the dirty knife in the bus pan, took out another one, and threw it in as well. The third one was clean. I ordered the chicken pot pie, and my date ordered the crab cakes. The pot pie was nothing great. It was heated very unevenly - some parts were hot, some were barely warm. It made me wonder. The crab cakes she ordered were a little better, but again, not served hot. The service was good. The food was a disappointment. Considering the fact that there are other restaurants just a few doors down, I probably won't be returning any time soon.
(2)Theresa B.
Lousy food. Especially the corner from and cabbage which is pretty hard to do considering how easy it is to make
(1)Stephy S.
Another local place in the downtown area. Slightly better food than other places, but there were flies everywhere. Gross. Guiness on tap though -the only redeeming quality I found during my lunch.
(2)Keith L.
We dropped off a student at ESU and wanted to find a place to eat. I knew we were in trouble with the appetizers came...who needs entrees with appetizers this size? We had the cheese plate and the Irish smoked salmon, excellent and brought the cheese home. I only ordered dinner for the taste. The bangers and mash were wonderful. The other dinner was Irish stew which was just as good. Your food was way above pub fare but the purpose of taking the time to write this review is about your staff. Your Maitre d belongs in Manhattan!! As no tables were ready we started by sitting at the bar and had appetizers, the bar tenders, we had two a man and a woman were top notch. The Maire d came twice to make sure that we are ok and that he had the table that we wanted was ready. The waiter was perfect and the Maitre d said goodnight. Your staff is well above NEPA standards for any restaurant, hats off to you!!
(5)Jeff S.
Stopped in with the family to try somewhere different. We all enjoyed the cheese plater appetizer. The wife and I really liked the flavor of their French onion soup which has a really good flavor from curry. Burgers, chicken fingers, Irish sausage, and open faced Reuben were all really good. Only the chicken pot pie missed the mark a little. All in all a pretty good dinner.
(4)Rob H.
Great Irish Pub for the family. I've been in a lot of Irish pubs and I would say this is one of the larger ones. It is also kind of a crossover sports bar as they have a lot of TV's dotted around the place. The food is good and beer is tasty. The Guinness was served at a good temp and the service was excellent. I have had the Fish and Chips, Corned Beef and Cabbage and the Irish Stew. All were tasty and priced reasonably. Fairly loud and open floor plan. A good option for dinner in the area.
(3)Kali M.
Very cute local pub, though our first bartender seemed a bit frazzled. He brought my husband the wrong beer then tried to claim that that was what he ordered (even though everyone in our group of four clearly remembered otherwise). He gave us a total guilt trip about bringing it to his attention. Sorry, dude, we're not the ones that messed up here! After he passed us off on the other bartender, life was better.
(4)Andi S.
I lived in the Poconos for seven years and had eaten at Siamsa over a dozen times. The food was always barely average, but since there is not much to choose from in the Poconos, we occasionally ate there. My husband and I are known for being generous tippers (20% or more) and we were shocked at how we were treated the last time we were there. My in-laws were visiting us and they wanted to eat at an Irish pub, so we went there. Months earlier, I had been in a terrible car accident and I was still recovering, so had my leg in a cast up to my hip and was in a wheelchair. I needed to be seated where I could prop my leg up on a chair whilst eating. (it had been a few months since my accident, but the pain was still considerable so I needed my leg to remain horizontal) The hostess was nice about this, and eventually, accommodated me, but our soon-to-be waitress, Andrea, was seemingly very annoyed by this. I pretended not to notice. In case you are wondering, we were there when it was not busy and it was early evening on a saturday before the crowds come in. I ordered the fish and chips, which is something I had ordered there several times and it had been okay. (I must add that their french fries are just 'okay', but they are not fresh. They are peeled and are of a low quality variety.) THIS time however, I took a bite of the fish and it immediately tasted rancid. Just to make sure my taste buds weren't being silly, I took another tiny bite and yes, the fish was definitely past it's day of being safe to eat...it was indeed a rotten fish. The waitress took a long time to come around and when she finally did, she asked my husband and my in laws if everything was ok with their food. She ignored me and walked away pretty fast. As I was unable to walk to get the waitress, my husband and I waved her over, she ignored me again and went right to him. He pointed at me so that I could explain the problem.(she really seemed to dislike me for some reason) I politely explained to her that the fish was rotten. She retorted loudly with "Oh! I see that you ate a lot of it already! NO, I won't get you another one! for free" I explained that I only had two small bites. Once again, she accused me of trying to trick her in to "Getting some free fish". I was practically in tears at that point and she aggressively grabbed my plate of food and walked away with it, loudly yelling that she would get me another one. If I hadn't been so hungry, I would have told her to just forget it. She eventually brought back a new order of Fish and chips, slamming it down on the table in front of me with a very mean look on her face. I wanted to ask for a manager, but my husband and in-laws were so disgusted that they just wanted to pay the bill and leave, which we did. Andrea treated me with disdain and insolence, and I will never again return to this establishment.
(1)Michelle R.
I really like it here. Staff is friendly, food is good, place is clean. I usually always order the chicken pot pie or the Siamsa fries.
(4)Rebecca H.
Very nice atmosphere. Great service. Mussels were amazing. Price fixed 4 course meal was a great deal at a great price. So happy we found this place.
(4)Bob A.
Outstanding!! An authentic Irish Pub with Guinness served the way God intended it. The food was top-notched and the service excellent. The owner was friendly and checked on us. Will definite be back.
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