Great food and awesome beer selection on tap. You can't go wrong with this place. Just make sure if there is live music that you don't sit near the door as it can get pretty loud there. That's about the only negative I can think of with Padriac's. Order the lobster nachos and you won't be disappointed!
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Holly C.
Great place to watch a game and/or grab a drink. Went on a Friday night for dinner and there was no wait. Was not impressed with the Gouda Tots, but we did enjoy the Boneless Pork Chops very much. The portion was large enough to share and we still had leftovers to take home!
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Kimberly J.
I always have a good time at Padriac's. I used my Yelp deal yesterday and had no problems at all. The lobster nachos are the BEST!
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Carrie Neal W.
I have a soft spot for Padriac's. Various nights out in my 20s with the gang, a good friend who met her now-husband there, one particularly memorable lunch with my best-ever boss after we lost a sale. Yes, it can be a very frat-tastic place, but it's still solid in my book. Good bar-type food, from the chicken soup to the sandwiches. Fries are mostly average, of that thicker-cut variety that brings some a little chewy and others over-done. Service is generally ok, especially if it's nice and you can sit on the patio, or if you sit at the actual bar. I'm not over in Smynings that often, but it's a solid spot when I am.
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Shane H.
I've loved this place for over 12 years now. Always a fun time and the food is great too. Love it
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Sam L.
This is a standard pub up in the Cumberland/Vikings/Smyrna/whatever you want to call it area. They show all sporting events and will change the TV nearest to you in most cases. There is nothing special about it - they've got good service, regular bar/grill food, and a parking lot. Also, they are really cheap. I had 3 pitchers of beer and 2 entrees with a friend and it was $40. That's cheap as hell when considering the prices I normally pay in midtown. I shall return!
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Jane V.
The atmosphere is very inviting and a great place to spend an evening with friends. My first time in on a Friday evening that had live music. Not a band only a singer and his guitar. I must say he should be out on tour and not in a local establishment. I do not know his name since I am visiting friends in the area. This was July 17th for those locals that my know who I am referring to. Awesome, unique voice one could listen to for hours. The atmosphere, the service, and entertainment top notch, but the food we ordered not so much. I saw many burgers go by and thought that may have been a much better choice. We ordered two sets of the chicken tacos, chicken enchilada, and the Gouda tots. The tots were good but one definitely needed the ranch or other dipping sauce since eating them as they were seemed quite dry. The chicken tacos were made on a double layer of corn tortillas, some chicken and a lot of finely chopped lettuce, tomato, little avocado and a bowl of spicy salsa on the side. We had to ask for sour cream which made it much better. They were nothing to write home about. The enchilada seemed quite small in comparison to other restaurants for the price and also not a dish that stood out. These dishes were good but I would recommend trying something else.
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Travis R.
Good deals on beer, good exotic food, and good times! Loved the calamaris, so exotic!
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Sam M.
I was told this place is more of a local drinking spot that it is known for it's food. Unfortunately, all of what I was told was true, however I needed to check for myself. My gf and I stopped here after picking me up from a long flight back from San Antonio as it was one of the only places open around the area. The place had a small crowd of folks who looked like they just finished playing in their sports league. Upon entering, you can tell this place is a little worn, and their advertisements for a wide variety of specials and promotions such as trivia. It reminded me of the best local college bar a town could offer but without the douchebaggery. I must admit that is was clean despite showing some age. As for the food, it left something to be desired. The fries I had with my burger were the best part of my meal as I reluctantly ate my burger indecisively, telling myself it was better than it really was. I'm pretty sure is was one of those pre-frozen burgers that you serve during a summer BBQ just by the way it looked and tasted. At least a cold Blue Moon helped me wash it down. My gf had tenders that were serviceable, yet uninspiring for casual bar fare. Our server was attentive, and did a standard job as the night went out. We both left considering whether we should have went somewhere else or ate something different. The place has potential however it seems satisfied getting a C+ and it shows.
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Mikee R.
This is a bar. A bar with sub par food. I am thinking they should take away the menu and just focus on drinks. I ordered the meatloaf. Yuck! It was the oldest two chunks of meat laying around out back. All of the ketchup in the world would not make it taste better. Absolutely not baked fresh that day or even yesterday. How about the mashed potatoes? They weren't even fresh. They were made today, but not recently. I think the potato was softer before it was cooked and mashed. The corn on the cobb was the best part of the meal. Farm fresh and cooked perfectly. The drinks were right. But then how can you really screw up beer and water?
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MacLean H.
Reeks of cigarettes, desperation, and despair. Like "Cheers," but in desperate need of oxygen tanks, antidepressants, and cosmetic surgery. I was studiously ignored by the staff, who could tell I didn't fit in by virtue of my self respect and lack of emphysema. After it became clear that I wasn't going to get served, I walked out without ever having been so much as greeted hello. I can't help but think their rudeness a blessing: no way could anything coming it of there be sanitary.
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Karen C.
Third time at Padriac's and I order the Buffalo Shrimp EVERY time! The Crab Mac & Cheese are bomb! My last visit the waitress recommended the Lobster Tacos. I wasn't impressed. I wish I would've gotten the Buff Shrimp as a meal instead. Other than that, the menu really isn't that appealing to me since my diet is limited to seafood. I order straight from the apps. Something funny happened the last time we were there. The hubs ordered Lemon Pepper wings and he asked the waitress "please make them really lemony peppery" That's exactly what he got and had the nerves to complain LOL He thought the cooks were trying to be funny. He stated that the first time he ordered the wings with lemon pepper, they were just sprinkled on there. Too funny. I'll prob take a visit for lunch one day this week.
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Steve B.
It is a cool pub for what it is. Location right off 285 in Vinings. The service is spotty, either hit or miss. Mostly miss. I love the lobster nachos appetizer. Very on point. Their burger is very good and have a decent beer selection. The menu is more than what you bargain for on a pub. They have live music (if you want to count the guy playing a guitar). The customers that visit are cool. Mix of both men and women mingling, hanging out with friends. Small room altogether but cool if you're in the area just to catch up with friends, hang out, have some food, watch the game. Grade: C
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Rhonda M.
Wow, I must have gone on a good night because I didn't have any of the problems that everyone else mentioned. We went on Fri night and had an opportunity to experience the 1 man band "John Amoroso". John alone made my 1st time visit to Padriac's most enjoyable. So enjoyable we're planning to go back to hear him perform Feb 15th. We ordered 3 apps and 2 out of 3 were outstanding. You must try the crab, artichoke, and spinach dip. It was the best I've had and I like that they opted to serve bread instead of chips. The fish bites were excellent as well with a light batter and spicy dip to give it just the right complement. The cajun shrimp was good as well but I would say it was our least favorite. It was good but not great. We cashed in on the $10 for $20 Yelp deal with absolutely no problems at all. So I think all of the people who complained about using the deal were heard because it was a flawless experience for us. I would definitely go back again and I recommend not being discouraged from some of the bad reviews here. Give 'em a chance.
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Kat W.
Went in and sat at the bar for a beer and it was entirely pleasant. Went back the next week for a meal and wished I hadn't. The service was molasses. The food was not great (we ordered burgers medium and they came beyond well). Shoulda gone to 5 Guys and then had a beer here after.
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Alayne H.
Decided to check out this Bills bar on football Sunday. I didn't know how crowded it would get so arrived 30 minutes before the game started. There was basically no one there. This worked in my favor as I was able to get a seat at the bar in front of the big TV. Kim was the bartender and provided great service. Closer to game time, people started rolling in and she kept her efficiency. They have several beer specials - not sure if all the time or just during games. As far as food, I ordered the Rueben sandwich with a side of pasta salad. Both were excellent! I'm sure I'll be back.
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Lilly Y.
I wasn't impressed and am confused as to what their concept is: Irish or regular restaurant? I've driven by Padriac's tons of times going to the Publix across the street, but haven't stopped in until this past weekend. We were looking for a smaller place to watch a football game, and Padriac's seemed to be off-the-radar enough for us to get seats and some food. We managed to find a spot at the bar with a decent view of the TV. This was after we waited awkwardly by the abandoned hostess stand. Apparently, they don't have a hostess (or didn't that night) and I probably waited 10 minutes for an already busy server to acknowledge me. Either have a full time hostess, or get rid of the stand/sign altogether. Anyway, we sat at the bar and had mediocre service. The bartenders seemed to have a lot of regulars they were fond of, and were just blah with everyone else. No enthusiasm, just going through the motions. Granted, the bar was crowded and the two girls were working hard serving everyone during a pretty major prime time college football game, but still. They didn't seem happy to encounter anyone who wasn't one of their regulars. After we got some beer (reasonably priced, by the way), I ordered a Chicken Caesar Salad to offset the pizza we had earlier that day, and boyfriend had chicken tacos. The salad was good, and exactly what I'd expect for a CCS. Except for it had some weird tomatoes on it. The menu description says "roasted tomatoes" but they were this funky gray/brown color and didn't look appetizing at all. Boyfriend enjoyed his tacos, and they pile enough toppings on there for four tacos instead of two. We could have split them if we wanted to. The rest of the menu seemed really random: meatloaf, burgers, wings, chicken cordon bleu (that's not breaded), and other stuff. I was under the impression that Padriac's is an Irish bar, but the menu has nothing Irish on it. And the decor isn't Irish, just random sports bar stuff in a dark, heavy restaurant. I'm just really confused as to what this place is supposed to be. Also, some prices are a little high in my opinion. Oh, and their "Gulf Coast Fish Bites" aren't made with Gulf seafood. It's a misnomer and should be renamed or taken off the menu. Blasphemy to name something after the Gulf Coast without making sure it's somewhat authentic. Overall, I wasn't impressed and probably won't be back. I'll be in the area for Einstein's or Willy's, but don't anticipate coming back to Padriac's. The only thing that saved this place was their smoke-free interior.
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Jade C.
Just regular american bar. Food is ok and service is ok. Nothing special. Asian chicken salad is a little too salty for my liking. I didn't really try other dishes in the menu so I don't know how good other dishes are. They do have pretty good environment to talk and you get your food pretty fast. If you have a business lunch, I would recommend this place.
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Edward L.
This is a heaven for happy hour after work if you live in the Vinings area. I work across the street, so it's easy to get to and I can avoid 285 which can get a little hectic after 5pm. Padriac's isn't very loud or that crowded. The parking lot here is pretty awful though. If you can find parking, the experience is worth it for this price range. There is trivia here one day of the week, but I can't remember which day that is. I usually miss the trivia night, but that is OKAY, because I still have a good time! The food is typical tavern food. The beer menu is pretty large and they have daily specials! The service is fast yet effective. I would highly suggest Padriac's for an after work spot!
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Elizabeth S.
Just had lunch a bit ago...pretty empty but hostess seemed offended that I didn't want to sit in the bar. Food was ok but a pretty limited menu...not very well seasoned. The pasta in the house pasta salad was overcooked and mushy.
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Matt S.
I'm pretty happy with my dinner here. I had the teriyaki salmon with sticky rice and grilled veggies. For the price, it was really good. Service was fast and attentive. They had a good beer selection. All around, a decent restaurant.
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Elizabeth S.
Oh My Goodness. The Lobster Nachos. Those amazing Lobster Nachos. Plus, the atmosphere is great. It's not divey nor is it pretentious- it's a perfect mix of people. Whether you're out for Irish car bombs or just a casual meal, I would definitely recommend Pads.
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Thomas D.
One of the best neighborhood bars around the area of Vinings, GA. I've been going here for years. Best food items if you're willing the pay the price is the pork chops. They have a great late night menu after 10pm. They have live music which is fun if it is not too loud. Every night they have different drink specials, and during lunch they may have a special or two. The bartenders are some of the best around as well. Great local feel.
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David M.
Great service, beer list is awesome, wine list very nice and food excellent w very reasonable pricing. This place is awesome!
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Angie B.
Manager is very rude! We asked for him to put a game on and he told us no and he does not care of we come back. I have lived here a long time and have always come here and supported this place but his attitude just changed that.
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Christy M.
I dropped in at Padriac's on a lazy Saturday afternoon for a casual lunch. The place was a ghost town at about 1:30, which might be a bad sign. But the bar area at least seemed to have some folks hanging out, so we grabbed a couple of stools. We started off by taking advantage of the $6 pitcher special...can't remember what the beer was but it wasn't a super cheap one, so it was a decent deal. The bartenders were excellent, personable and interesting. I definitely think sitting at the bar was the right choice based on their personalities. Service was ok, nothing exceptional, but they were fun to hang out with while we ate. Lunch was pretty basic, they have lots of sandwich options and some soups and salads as well. I was really hoping for a classic turkey club but since that wasn't up for grabs, I opted for a Cuban wrap instead. My friend got the Rueben, and we both had a big pile of fries on the side. The sandwiches were alright. Again, nothing amazing, but solid. The fries were just so-so, a little too chewy for my taste. This was a fine, reasonably priced stop in for a non-fast food lunch. I'd go back if I were in the area and looking for something basic.
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Ernie U.
My neighborhood standby for a bar. I've been going here 10+ yrs. Always friendly staff, good food and decent draft beer selection.
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Mick D.
I went to Padriac's for the Monday night trivia thing. I was expecting regular bar/pub fare. Boy, was I surprised! There are two menus here, the bar fare I expected is on a "late menu." But there's another menu with a selection of slightly more "upscale" dining options on it. And that had all my attention. It was a busy night, but that didn't stop staff from being polite, and helping our team get comfortable seats in preparation for the aforementioned trivia thing. Placing an order took some time, but staff made some really good recommendations, and looked after our every need. I must say, everyone at the table seemed really happy with their food. The burgers looked good. My friends and I shared some of the Gouda Tots. (These do more closely resemble hush-puppies, but they were indeed tasty.) I then had a dish which instantly transported me back to New Orleans, reminding me of a Crawfish Fra Diavolo dish I once had there. Based on server recommendation, I had Padriac's Jambalaya Pasta (grilled chicken, andouille, crawfish, peppers and onions, tossed in a Cajun cream sauce). Man, they really knocked it out of the park with that dish! I can see why it's a best seller. Or trivia team missed first place by two points. But we'll be back, both to see if we can prevail in trivia, and to enjoy some more of that delicious Jambalaya Pasta. Holler if you're coming with.
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Taraneka S.
Hot mama shrimp all amazing!!!! Oh my goodness. And the cheese fries just took the cake! Yummy!
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Bridget P.
Stopped in here last night as a dinner and beer spot after arriving in town for work. The place is very clean and welcoming, nicely decorated and has a nice large patio that quite a few patrons were taking advantage of when i stopped by. I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by a friendly bartender (Liz?) who gave me a run down of the specials and then helped me find the local brews that they were featuring as well. I ended up trying a few local beers - Sweetwater, Red Hare and Terrapin which were all really great, especially the Terrapin Rye. It was awesome. I ordered the Gouda tater tots or balls as an app and started watching the hockey game on the giant TV in fron to me - when they8 came they were less like a tot and more like fried mashed potato which wasnt the texture i was hoping for - but they were tasty nonetheless. The Chicken Ceasar salad i ordered was great - fresh grilled chicken on top for only 8 bucks. The bartender always checked on me despite how busy she was back there on martini night and overall i was really impressed. Would visit again for sure.
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Susan J.
Great food and prices. Parking isn't good though.
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Suzy S.
Salmon entree was amazing! We also tried the pulled pork lettuce wraps. Go to trivia on Monday nights with Andre. Great service and atmosphere.
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Dmitry D.
Had a bad experience with the server here once. It was enough to stop me from going... however, the call of Yelp coupon is just a tad bit stronger than the bad experience so I came back for another try. I ordered that half baked chicken with mashed potatoes and boiled carrots. Its pretty good. The chicken is baked nicely and the mashed potato was good as well.. I did not care about the boiled carrots... I actually didnt eat them. My other half bought burger and fries and that was a tad bit better than mediocre. The ambiance is ok as well. Nothing too impressive. This place is a small hole in the wall place that I imagine a lot of business people around the area come by and grab a drink from. All in all it is a-ok. If you are around the area and is hungry, sure, stop by and try the baked chicken... but other than that, there's really nothing much to really come here specifically for...
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Ana G.
This place is not bad at all....honestly I really wasn't expecting much from it but I was pleasantly surprised. Hannah C. and I went here after a concert on a Friday night to have a drink or two along with an appetizer before we called it a night. When we came in I was really surprised about just how many people there were here...they really had a good crowd going (mostly the fratty type if you ask me). They also had a band playing a lot of 90s covers, and a couple of dance-able songs here and there....they were not bad, but I have heard better (maybe they have bad acoustics?). I was also pleasantly surprised to see a decent beer menu...they had a pretty good selection of draft and bottle beers. I decided to go with a Hoegarden go accompany the calamari that we had ordered. Our beers were served quickly and not much longer our huge appetizer arrived. The calamari order had fried okra as well as fried jalapenos on the side (I'm not a fan of the heat). The okra was actually pretty good, and the calamari were pretty decent, but I will say that they were very, very greasy. Maybe they should have fried them in hotter oil? Anyway, they were still tasty, especially with the sauce that was served with it. I believe it was vinegar based....very, very good! Overall our experience here was very good.....until random drunk guys started bugging us to dance, which we declined but apparently they didn't get message....we actually ended leaving because of those douches, prob should have complained to the bouncer but oh well.... Anyway, ladies just make sure you go with a big group or with a guy so that horny drunkards don't become annoyances but rather spectacles. #365Yelp 39/365
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Bryant M.
This was a great place to stop and get a drink. Pleasant atmosphere and great late-night food.
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GenerXdad D.
i went during the day a couple of times to watch the world cup and it was cool
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Foodie T.
If you're looking for a laid back, cool place to "hang out" that just happens to have excellent food then this is the place. If you go once it'll quickly become a tradition. They have pint nights and trivia nights. Every time I've been it's been a little different but I always have a good time and it's nice that they have a late night menu. Those can be hard to find in this town. Especially good ones.
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Nancy C.
Was there on St. Patrick's Day...not a good idea! It was super crowded, full of people dressed in green with hats and celebratory spirits, watching the NCAA basketball game [I was too]. Walked in, there was no one to seat us even though I saw several waitresses/hostesses walk by...nonchalant look on their faces. Took us about 5 minutes to get someone's attention, and another 10 to get an empty table...After that, our waitresses was nice and friendly about getting our order in and bringing drinks first. We were expecting a full menu, but since it was holiday, they limited the menu to 6-8 items only with St. Patrick's Day/Irish themes :( I ordered an Irish Car Bomb [drink] and some kind of Irish Soup with beef and potatoes, it was pretty delicious :) My friend ordered a burger and coke, I think it was okay. During our meal, it was of course, super loud/noisy atmosphere and the doors were open at the entrance and back to the patio/deck tables. That wasn't so great because there were people smoking outside right by the doors, and the smoke would get in and everything basically smelled like smoke - my soup didn't taste so great then. We had to wait about 15-20 minutes to get the attention of our waitress to bring the check, she was off busy or who knows? We were in a hurry to go somewhere else, it really shouldn't take that long if she was paying attention after we finished our food and sat with empty plates/bowls/drinks. Overall, a decent place - go if you like pubs/bars, not if you want a restaurant or attentive service on busy days.
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Katherine A.
This is a chill place to spend a Sunday afternoon for a Falcon's game, or to partake in bottomless mimosas. If you are looking for something nicer than American 'pub' food or something unique, then I would skip it. However, you will receive friendly service while snagging a drink at a decent price.
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Kathleen M.
We stopped in to Padriac's late on a Monday because we wanted a bite and saw the Yelp deal on the handy Yelp app. $10 for $20 worth of goodies? Yeah, we can do that. Trivia had just ended, the Braves game was on (loudly), and we settled in to a gigantic booth. The waitress was super perky and greeted us and recited the specials for the evening. I was pleased to see they had Red Stripe Light for a mere $3: hooray! The menu is upscale bar food with nicer than normal options, like the tomato caprese salad I chose. It was fine, pretty much what you expect at a bar. My man's gouda tots looked, um, fried. A little bit of a hiccup when we went to use the Yelp deal. We had paid, waitress had taken our money, written down the code, and then came back and said we had to spend at least $30 to redeem it. What the what? There was absolutely nothing in the deal's terms and conditions that mentioned a minimum tab. We reluctantly ordered another round at the waitress' suggestion, as she said it'd cover it. Well, turns out we were still $3 short, and knowing I'd likely not be back here to use the deal at a later date, we paid for $3 worth of air. Awesome. I'm really leaning toward a 2 here due to the Deal issues, but I know that's not commonplace. Just be wary if you're planning on using one.
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Jang C.
If you're young, single and want a nice place to drink and mingle; this place is decent for you. If you want to go get something to eat, this place is NOT the place to go. I'm old and married. And I didn't come here to drink and mingle. We were hungry and wanted a new place to eat dinner, unfortunately we decided to come here. They have a very limited yet expensive food menu. The food tastes bad. Really bad. In fact, I never thought something can be too spicy and too bland at the same time. My wife had a similar experience with her food. I was so disappointed. Normally, I would finish what is put in front of me. But this was probably the first time I just wanted to just stop eating and leave. We wanted get out of this place so fast. Also, we spent around $35 on our meals. That did not justify the quality of food we just ate. We could've went to Willy's next door and had a more satisfying meal for half the price. For hanging out and drinks, this place might not be bad. For food, head somewhere else. I was going to give it 1 star, but I didn't think that would be completely fair because this place is more of a drinking establishment than a restaurant.
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Queenie D.
It is sad to see a place that we enjoyed once to get such an appalling review compared from the last time.. and all because of the SERVICE. Whoever waited on us was slow... really slow... I mean so slow we must have stayed an extra 45 minutes to an hour waiting on our waitress to come back to our table. That is a looong time folks to not have service. I am so upset with this restaurant I almost dont want to write a review. So to keep in simple: Not only was our waitress slow, but when we told her that we are going to use Yelp coupon (courtesy of my parents buying it for us as gifts since we enjoyed the last visit here so much), she ROLLED HER EYES and told us we cannot use it on the same table. FIRST OF ALL: there is NOTHING on the agreement that says it can only be used for one table only. SECOND: If you do not know how to use a product that is promoted by the company you are working for, DO NOT GET AN ATTITUDE. Simply tell the customer you will check on it, and WALK AWAY. and please do come back in a timely manner. Rolled her eyes??! For those of you who knows, I almost got Madea on her! Anyways, so there. Dear Management: Please find better employees. The one who understands your promotions, and doesn't get attitude. PS: It was a coupon for twenty bucks. It said minimum purchase of 20 bucks. WE HAVE DONE THESE COUPON-THING A MILLION TIMES. And she comes back, once again with attitude, and tells us that there needs to be at least one dollar difference to charge the credit card. Since our total was $20.25. I was already forced to buy an extra beer, and I told her I do not want any more food. She gives me this "dumb" stare until I told her to go ahead and charge a dollar FOR NOTHING just so that we can get the hell out of this place. She comes back and gives us a receipt for $2. Now, I dont mind $1.75, but $1.75 FOR NOTHING on a restaurant and a server that was rude, and on the other check they also added some more change on it.. SERIOUSLY GUYS? I said a buck. and not 1.75 ... I was already forced to purchase an extra beer to go over 20 bucks (when in the agreement it doesnt say you have to go over 20 bucks..on other deals you just lose the difference) but this waitress forced us to go over what we wanted to spend. Driving home became a dilemma because I cant drive well in Atlanta and my hubby had to drink that extra beer ... and we were still over charged. I feel bad for leaving a 15% tip.... this one shouldve been a stiff.
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Kyle A.
a great place to go to have a drink and a converstion.
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Jonny P.
Great place to have/host a happy hour. We always order from the "bar food" menu. The wings and burgers are great. Also, try a half order of the lobster nachos. There are usually good music acts as well on Friday or Saturday. Parking can be a problem, so get there early.
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Kristine D.
Service was fast, beer selection is good. Great place to watch sports. Very affordable.
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Matt T.
Supposedly this is the "it" spot in Vinings and it certainly was busy enough for a Saturday night, but it didn't seem like anything special to me. I had the burger, which was pretty good; of course it's hard to screw up a hamburger. My date had the chicken enchilada, which she devoured. All in all, it's not bad...but not great either.
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Megan B.
Came here a while back with my significant other to use a restaurant.com certificate. We had to spend $50 I think, and we went during lunch - it was a LOT of food for us. The price points are quite high, but the portions are large. We found everything to be good, average really. The calamari had okra in it, which I think is awesome. The service was friendly and quick. Lots of tvs, comfortable booths and awkward tables in the middle. I've never been here at night, and since the prices go way up, I don't expect I ever will.
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Shica B.
We had a restaurant.com gift certificate for this spot we'd never tried, so after church yesterday, we went ahead and tried it out. Not sure when they open, but we must have arrived around 12:30ish. COMPLETLEY empty - sweet. We had the complete attention of the waitstaff and she was quite sweet & helpful. The restaurant.com certificate said that we had to order at least $35 worth of food. Usually, the problem is that you'll go way over the minimum, in this case, we had to figure out how to approach the total. The most expensive item on the menu was an appetizer of lobster nachos for $17. NOTHING else was even near close in the price. Since we had so much of a cushion, we decided to go for it. We found hat they have a half-order, so that helped greatly to get something else. The dude loves soup, so he had a bowl and was quite pleased, some chicken/ vegetable something. Said it tasted homemade. He got some pasta vegetable dish, I ordered the portabello burger and added some bacon to it after ruling out another really attractive sandwich. The nachos were HUGE, we were baffled that this was a half-order. Pretty tasty, glad that we tried it. Not really sure about the quality of the meat, though. I hope it wasn't fake. Then... I was stuffed. I couldn't eat another bite. Wish I could tell you about the sandwich, but I never took a bite, its in the fridge for my lunch today. I couldn't even muster up the strength to take a bite of his. I had a few nibbles on my fries, they were pretty tasty. I really liked it, service was great, the menu was expansive. They seem to be more of a bar than anything, though. We don't drink, so we'll stick with the after church non-crowd. The music was GREAT on the overhead speakers, some ol' school R&B. There are several TV's, they had sports and news showing. Parking for this lot is absolutely deplorable though. Confusing and confined, would not be surprised if there were a lot of little fender benders.
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Russ G.
Douchebag heaven. Being so close to Vinings, the patrons of this bar act like it, it's basically a fashion show of egomaniacal fratboys and their Paris Hilton wannabe girlfriends. That alone makes it absolutely miserable to go to, but add overpriced and watered down drinks into the mix and you've got a sad attempt at a 'too cool' place that's trying too hard. I prefer a bar, not a 'scene'. If you're still convinced, good luck parking closeby. You'll have to walk from the RiteAid next door or the Home Depot.
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Charlie B.
If you live near this place I can definitely see coming here for a drink or two after work or to watch a game. We came here after having already had desert (pinkberry FTW!) and popped in for a drink and something to nosh on. My date had a salad and I had some potato Gouda balls (which were fried, cheesy and delicious). Lots of TVs, alcohol, bar food, cute servers, drink specials, comfy booths, its a good place if you're sick of places like taco mac. A word of warning, we had an issue with the $10 for $20 yelp coupon, so be sure to let them know you have it and that there aren't any stipulations for using it. As this is covered in someone else's review already I will leave it at that, but I probably won't be back due to the issue we had. Id give this place a 2.5 if I could (can we make that happen yelp?), but I can't so 2 it is.
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Josh B.
Burger and fries are great. Used the yelp $10 for $20 deal. I would definitely come back
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Britters B.
I bought the Yelp deal a while back and checked this place out with a friend for lunch. Decent selection for lunch and nice service. If I were in the area again, I would go back :)
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Gabrielle J.
Since I went here and didn't have a lick of alcohol, I think I did myself a disservice. Apparently, drinking alcohol must make the food taste better. It was, in fact, bar food. Chicken fingers, fries... I was surprised to see gnocci on here, which wasn't half bad. If you want to go for a drink then I would imagine this'll be the place for you. If you're 12 weeks in to AA meetings, skip this joint and hit up Chick Fil A across the street.
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Malika B.
Good for meeting friends after work, it has a great selection of beers at reasonable prices. The decor is very similar to nearby bars Meehans and Marlowe's - dark wood and dim lighting. As far as the food goes, they are creaetive with their dishes. I love the Latin flair to their dishes (think spices like chipotle and cilantro). Much more than typical bar food, I love the Steak Tostada appetizer and their peach glazed pork. Just writing this is making my mouth water! Once caveat: Parking is crazy here. They have waaaay too many stores for the amount of parking. And so many lazy people like to park near the curb making it difficult to get in and out. Do yourself a favor and park next door in the hotel parking lot and walk over.
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Allen B.
its a cool place if you are not cdx or industry dont bother! They cater to both of these and the coupon is a rip off here on yelp. They are not happy if you use it and I have had the same issues as everyone else here. The first time it was a fun place but once you see their true service colors avoid at all costs. Service is slow, and you would have a better experience at Chick Filet as suggested by an earlier reviewer.
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Jose P.
I like Padriac, it's probably one of my favorite bars in the area (we don't have many good ones). Pros: Nice atmosphere - dim lit. Nice layout of T.V.s Great for dates or football Good live music Food is pretty good and usually healthy Nice people Cons: Parking, especially on a busy night. Expensive - both food and drinks... dinner is about 15 a dish
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Mack L.
This is the first time I've eaten at Padriacs and the experience was great. I've always heard they had good burgers and they certainly do. The service was good as always and the beer specials were a treat. As others have mentioned parking blows but hey you can't have everything! Definitely a great place to keep in the rotation for drinks and even dinner now.
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Joe M.
A good stop anytime. Menu is just the right mix of standard and adventurous. Solid selections at the bar. A good choice for the informal or comfortable outing.
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Tinzley B.
The BEST Sour Apple Martina in the land of alcohol haven't tried the food yet but the environment is great for large groups who wanna hang after work or just a small group of friends. Had a fun time here.
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Alicia W.
First off i'd say the 4 stars is for goin in the evenings/ night and not during the day for lunch. At night or after work the crowd gathers here to unwind, meet up and socialize with new and current friends, and to play a little golf on the arcade. You get your draft beer and you just unwind with good company. Great feeling! During the day when i've been, it's only been us and the bartender at lunch time. We both had cheeseburgers and fries and honestly Mcdonalds could have done better, and I don't even like Mcdonalds so that says alot. I would recommend checking it out in the evenings; Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays are good nights to go. It has an old school pub feel to it, the bathrooms are clean, but you've gotta have alot of patience if your standing up because service at the bar can take a minute due to how crowded it can become and you'll always have someone bumping into you. It's not always a bad thing. lol It's a good place to go though. Many enjoyable evenings there with friends.
If you want a good place to hang out and get wasted with your frat-boy buds and big-boobed sorority chicks, this is it. If you want to eat...skip it. There wasn't anything on the menu that really interested me. I finally decided on the fish salad (which turned out to be some pre-frozen salmon chunks, mixed greens, and tomatoes...that's it). I was craving an appetizer, but hubby was there to keep my diet in check, so I skipped the queso dip or $17 lobster nachos. At first, I anguished over not having my sinfully precious fatty goodness, but after we got our meals, it was clear that we were lucky to have missed the opportunity to overspend on food that ranks "Meh" at best. Yeah, if you're going out for happy hour and think that you might wanna eat while you're there, here's some friendly advice from this simi-picky peanut gallery: 1) spare yourself the trouble and eat a Willy's first or something...or even Chik-fil-a across the street, OR 2) get so drunk that you don't know what you're tasting after you order it. Food-wise: Not impressed. But they always seem to have fun events and drink specials going on every night of the week. Tonight, we just happened to stumble upon Guitar Hero night...costumes included. So, it was pretty entertaining to watch these guys take it so seriously. Not as entertaining as say, UFC , but it was funny to watch after downing a $3 Sam Adams (yay for beer)! I also read that Wednesday nights they have live music and $5 martinis for da ladies (love me some martinis)...I'd be willing to check it out. All in all, there is a 69% chance that I won't be running back, as I'm not your typical bar-fly, and even if I were, this experience solidifies that my heart belongs to Marlow's. But the servers at Padriac's are really pretty, so if you wanted to check it out, I wouldn't blame you! ;) Hamster sayz: 2.666 stars.
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Adree O.
Padriacs is a cool little spot to go for drinks. Dark lighting inside, Cool little patio. Intimate little bar.
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Dio S.
One of several pretty good bars in the Vinings area. (The others are Marlow's Tavern, Meehan's Pub, and Tavern At Riverside) Decent live music on occasion. One gigantic TV screen. Respectable selection of beers. Food used to be great for a pub but menu changed in '07 and food just decent since. What these Vinings bars have in common is that they are all nice and clean and have good TVs. Crowd is more OTP. Lots of people who just got out of college. Those that are a little older are almost identical to the Buckhead crowd. Basically, places that might be culturally lacking, but doesn't change the fact that they are very comfortable places to relax in and watch sports or to hit on cute young guys and girls. They have a cute little patio but wouldn't let me smoke cigar there. : ( I don't live in Vinings anymore and have no reason to go here. But pretty good place vis-a-vis similar establishments.
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Dana T.
Best sports bar in Vinings hands down. The staff is helpful fun and courteous. Even when their swamped they are always polite and there to serve. Likewise The food is amazingly good for a a venue of this size. Best of all they add sound for the "BIG" game when you would really want to hear it, and will accommodate your game request if they can. Great place and really decent prices.
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Stuart W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
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Adam T.
I tried something spicy and I blacked out! The next think I know I'm in a Bangkok emergency room missing half my organs! Other than that it was okay.
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Austin J.
Padriac's has the distinct honor of being my 100th review...wooohooo! This is a cool restaurant to hit up with you friends. We've always sat on the patio and found it to be a great meeting place to laugh and reconnect. Definitely the coolest perk is that on Thursdays they give you free glasses with every beer purchase. Thus if you just moved into a new apartment or something and you need to stock up on some cool glassware, Padriac's is an excellent choice. The service rocks, we never had a moment where we needed anything that wasn't preempted by our waitress. The food's great as well, tons of great apps to choose from if you're hanging out with friends after work. Check them out for a solid restaurant experience if you're in the area.
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Michael T.
Padriac's is a place I need to visit more often... It has a nice variety of dishes (burgers, chicken, salads, pasta) and they all seem to have a creative and unique flair. They have an extensive beer list, and all at pretty good prices. Padriac's is great for lunch and perfect for after-work drinks on the patio.
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S W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
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Queenie D.
It is sad to see a place that we enjoyed once to get such an appalling review compared from the last time.. and all because of the SERVICE. Whoever waited on us was slow... really slow... I mean so slow we must have stayed an extra 45 minutes to an hour waiting on our waitress to come back to our table. That is a looong time folks to not have service. I am so upset with this restaurant I almost dont want to write a review. So to keep in simple: Not only was our waitress slow, but when we told her that we are going to use Yelp coupon (courtesy of my parents buying it for us as gifts since we enjoyed the last visit here so much), she ROLLED HER EYES and told us we cannot use it on the same table. FIRST OF ALL: there is NOTHING on the agreement that says it can only be used for one table only. SECOND: If you do not know how to use a product that is promoted by the company you are working for, DO NOT GET AN ATTITUDE. Simply tell the customer you will check on it, and WALK AWAY. and please do come back in a timely manner. Rolled her eyes??! For those of you who knows, I almost got Madea on her! Anyways, so there. Dear Management: Please find better employees. The one who understands your promotions, and doesn't get attitude. PS: It was a coupon for twenty bucks. It said minimum purchase of 20 bucks. WE HAVE DONE THESE COUPON-THING A MILLION TIMES. And she comes back, once again with attitude, and tells us that there needs to be at least one dollar difference to charge the credit card. Since our total was $20.25. I was already forced to buy an extra beer, and I told her I do not want any more food. She gives me this "dumb" stare until I told her to go ahead and charge a dollar FOR NOTHING just so that we can get the hell out of this place. She comes back and gives us a receipt for $2. Now, I dont mind $1.75, but $1.75 FOR NOTHING on a restaurant and a server that was rude, and on the other check they also added some more change on it.. SERIOUSLY GUYS? I said a buck. and not 1.75 ... I was already forced to purchase an extra beer to go over 20 bucks (when in the agreement it doesnt say you have to go over 20 bucks..on other deals you just lose the difference) but this waitress forced us to go over what we wanted to spend. Driving home became a dilemma because I cant drive well in Atlanta and my hubby had to drink that extra beer ... and we were still over charged. I feel bad for leaving a 15% tip.... this one shouldve been a stiff.
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Mikee R.
This is a bar. A bar with sub par food. I am thinking they should take away the menu and just focus on drinks. I ordered the meatloaf. Yuck! It was the oldest two chunks of meat laying around out back. All of the ketchup in the world would not make it taste better. Absolutely not baked fresh that day or even yesterday. How about the mashed potatoes? They weren't even fresh. They were made today, but not recently. I think the potato was softer before it was cooked and mashed. The corn on the cobb was the best part of the meal. Farm fresh and cooked perfectly. The drinks were right. But then how can you really screw up beer and water?
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Nancy C.
Was there on St. Patrick's Day...not a good idea! It was super crowded, full of people dressed in green with hats and celebratory spirits, watching the NCAA basketball game [I was too]. Walked in, there was no one to seat us even though I saw several waitresses/hostesses walk by...nonchalant look on their faces. Took us about 5 minutes to get someone's attention, and another 10 to get an empty table...After that, our waitresses was nice and friendly about getting our order in and bringing drinks first. We were expecting a full menu, but since it was holiday, they limited the menu to 6-8 items only with St. Patrick's Day/Irish themes :( I ordered an Irish Car Bomb [drink] and some kind of Irish Soup with beef and potatoes, it was pretty delicious :) My friend ordered a burger and coke, I think it was okay. During our meal, it was of course, super loud/noisy atmosphere and the doors were open at the entrance and back to the patio/deck tables. That wasn't so great because there were people smoking outside right by the doors, and the smoke would get in and everything basically smelled like smoke - my soup didn't taste so great then. We had to wait about 15-20 minutes to get the attention of our waitress to bring the check, she was off busy or who knows? We were in a hurry to go somewhere else, it really shouldn't take that long if she was paying attention after we finished our food and sat with empty plates/bowls/drinks. Overall, a decent place - go if you like pubs/bars, not if you want a restaurant or attentive service on busy days.
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Katherine A.
This is a chill place to spend a Sunday afternoon for a Falcon's game, or to partake in bottomless mimosas. If you are looking for something nicer than American 'pub' food or something unique, then I would skip it. However, you will receive friendly service while snagging a drink at a decent price.
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Kathleen M.
We stopped in to Padriac's late on a Monday because we wanted a bite and saw the Yelp deal on the handy Yelp app. $10 for $20 worth of goodies? Yeah, we can do that. Trivia had just ended, the Braves game was on (loudly), and we settled in to a gigantic booth. The waitress was super perky and greeted us and recited the specials for the evening. I was pleased to see they had Red Stripe Light for a mere $3: hooray! The menu is upscale bar food with nicer than normal options, like the tomato caprese salad I chose. It was fine, pretty much what you expect at a bar. My man's gouda tots looked, um, fried. A little bit of a hiccup when we went to use the Yelp deal. We had paid, waitress had taken our money, written down the code, and then came back and said we had to spend at least $30 to redeem it. What the what? There was absolutely nothing in the deal's terms and conditions that mentioned a minimum tab. We reluctantly ordered another round at the waitress' suggestion, as she said it'd cover it. Well, turns out we were still $3 short, and knowing I'd likely not be back here to use the deal at a later date, we paid for $3 worth of air. Awesome. I'm really leaning toward a 2 here due to the Deal issues, but I know that's not commonplace. Just be wary if you're planning on using one.
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Charlie B.
If you live near this place I can definitely see coming here for a drink or two after work or to watch a game. We came here after having already had desert (pinkberry FTW!) and popped in for a drink and something to nosh on. My date had a salad and I had some potato Gouda balls (which were fried, cheesy and delicious). Lots of TVs, alcohol, bar food, cute servers, drink specials, comfy booths, its a good place if you're sick of places like taco mac. A word of warning, we had an issue with the $10 for $20 yelp coupon, so be sure to let them know you have it and that there aren't any stipulations for using it. As this is covered in someone else's review already I will leave it at that, but I probably won't be back due to the issue we had. Id give this place a 2.5 if I could (can we make that happen yelp?), but I can't so 2 it is.
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Josh B.
Burger and fries are great. Used the yelp $10 for $20 deal. I would definitely come back
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Britters B.
I bought the Yelp deal a while back and checked this place out with a friend for lunch. Decent selection for lunch and nice service. If I were in the area again, I would go back :)
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GenerXdad D.
i went during the day a couple of times to watch the world cup and it was cool
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Foodie T.
If you're looking for a laid back, cool place to "hang out" that just happens to have excellent food then this is the place. If you go once it'll quickly become a tradition. They have pint nights and trivia nights. Every time I've been it's been a little different but I always have a good time and it's nice that they have a late night menu. Those can be hard to find in this town. Especially good ones.
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Karen C.
Third time at Padriac's and I order the Buffalo Shrimp EVERY time! The Crab Mac & Cheese are bomb! My last visit the waitress recommended the Lobster Tacos. I wasn't impressed. I wish I would've gotten the Buff Shrimp as a meal instead. Other than that, the menu really isn't that appealing to me since my diet is limited to seafood. I order straight from the apps. Something funny happened the last time we were there. The hubs ordered Lemon Pepper wings and he asked the waitress "please make them really lemony peppery" That's exactly what he got and had the nerves to complain LOL He thought the cooks were trying to be funny. He stated that the first time he ordered the wings with lemon pepper, they were just sprinkled on there. Too funny. I'll prob take a visit for lunch one day this week.
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Sam L.
This is a standard pub up in the Cumberland/Vikings/Smyrna/whatever you want to call it area. They show all sporting events and will change the TV nearest to you in most cases. There is nothing special about it - they've got good service, regular bar/grill food, and a parking lot. Also, they are really cheap. I had 3 pitchers of beer and 2 entrees with a friend and it was $40. That's cheap as hell when considering the prices I normally pay in midtown. I shall return!
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Sam M.
I was told this place is more of a local drinking spot that it is known for it's food. Unfortunately, all of what I was told was true, however I needed to check for myself. My gf and I stopped here after picking me up from a long flight back from San Antonio as it was one of the only places open around the area. The place had a small crowd of folks who looked like they just finished playing in their sports league. Upon entering, you can tell this place is a little worn, and their advertisements for a wide variety of specials and promotions such as trivia. It reminded me of the best local college bar a town could offer but without the douchebaggery. I must admit that is was clean despite showing some age. As for the food, it left something to be desired. The fries I had with my burger were the best part of my meal as I reluctantly ate my burger indecisively, telling myself it was better than it really was. I'm pretty sure is was one of those pre-frozen burgers that you serve during a summer BBQ just by the way it looked and tasted. At least a cold Blue Moon helped me wash it down. My gf had tenders that were serviceable, yet uninspiring for casual bar fare. Our server was attentive, and did a standard job as the night went out. We both left considering whether we should have went somewhere else or ate something different. The place has potential however it seems satisfied getting a C+ and it shows.
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MacLean H.
Reeks of cigarettes, desperation, and despair. Like "Cheers," but in desperate need of oxygen tanks, antidepressants, and cosmetic surgery. I was studiously ignored by the staff, who could tell I didn't fit in by virtue of my self respect and lack of emphysema. After it became clear that I wasn't going to get served, I walked out without ever having been so much as greeted hello. I can't help but think their rudeness a blessing: no way could anything coming it of there be sanitary.
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Jane V.
The atmosphere is very inviting and a great place to spend an evening with friends. My first time in on a Friday evening that had live music. Not a band only a singer and his guitar. I must say he should be out on tour and not in a local establishment. I do not know his name since I am visiting friends in the area. This was July 17th for those locals that my know who I am referring to. Awesome, unique voice one could listen to for hours. The atmosphere, the service, and entertainment top notch, but the food we ordered not so much. I saw many burgers go by and thought that may have been a much better choice. We ordered two sets of the chicken tacos, chicken enchilada, and the Gouda tots. The tots were good but one definitely needed the ranch or other dipping sauce since eating them as they were seemed quite dry. The chicken tacos were made on a double layer of corn tortillas, some chicken and a lot of finely chopped lettuce, tomato, little avocado and a bowl of spicy salsa on the side. We had to ask for sour cream which made it much better. They were nothing to write home about. The enchilada seemed quite small in comparison to other restaurants for the price and also not a dish that stood out. These dishes were good but I would recommend trying something else.
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Travis R.
Good deals on beer, good exotic food, and good times! Loved the calamaris, so exotic!
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Jade C.
Just regular american bar. Food is ok and service is ok. Nothing special. Asian chicken salad is a little too salty for my liking. I didn't really try other dishes in the menu so I don't know how good other dishes are. They do have pretty good environment to talk and you get your food pretty fast. If you have a business lunch, I would recommend this place.
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Edward L.
This is a heaven for happy hour after work if you live in the Vinings area. I work across the street, so it's easy to get to and I can avoid 285 which can get a little hectic after 5pm. Padriac's isn't very loud or that crowded. The parking lot here is pretty awful though. If you can find parking, the experience is worth it for this price range. There is trivia here one day of the week, but I can't remember which day that is. I usually miss the trivia night, but that is OKAY, because I still have a good time! The food is typical tavern food. The beer menu is pretty large and they have daily specials! The service is fast yet effective. I would highly suggest Padriac's for an after work spot!
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Alayne H.
Decided to check out this Bills bar on football Sunday. I didn't know how crowded it would get so arrived 30 minutes before the game started. There was basically no one there. This worked in my favor as I was able to get a seat at the bar in front of the big TV. Kim was the bartender and provided great service. Closer to game time, people started rolling in and she kept her efficiency. They have several beer specials - not sure if all the time or just during games. As far as food, I ordered the Rueben sandwich with a side of pasta salad. Both were excellent! I'm sure I'll be back.
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Lilly Y.
I wasn't impressed and am confused as to what their concept is: Irish or regular restaurant? I've driven by Padriac's tons of times going to the Publix across the street, but haven't stopped in until this past weekend. We were looking for a smaller place to watch a football game, and Padriac's seemed to be off-the-radar enough for us to get seats and some food. We managed to find a spot at the bar with a decent view of the TV. This was after we waited awkwardly by the abandoned hostess stand. Apparently, they don't have a hostess (or didn't that night) and I probably waited 10 minutes for an already busy server to acknowledge me. Either have a full time hostess, or get rid of the stand/sign altogether. Anyway, we sat at the bar and had mediocre service. The bartenders seemed to have a lot of regulars they were fond of, and were just blah with everyone else. No enthusiasm, just going through the motions. Granted, the bar was crowded and the two girls were working hard serving everyone during a pretty major prime time college football game, but still. They didn't seem happy to encounter anyone who wasn't one of their regulars. After we got some beer (reasonably priced, by the way), I ordered a Chicken Caesar Salad to offset the pizza we had earlier that day, and boyfriend had chicken tacos. The salad was good, and exactly what I'd expect for a CCS. Except for it had some weird tomatoes on it. The menu description says "roasted tomatoes" but they were this funky gray/brown color and didn't look appetizing at all. Boyfriend enjoyed his tacos, and they pile enough toppings on there for four tacos instead of two. We could have split them if we wanted to. The rest of the menu seemed really random: meatloaf, burgers, wings, chicken cordon bleu (that's not breaded), and other stuff. I was under the impression that Padriac's is an Irish bar, but the menu has nothing Irish on it. And the decor isn't Irish, just random sports bar stuff in a dark, heavy restaurant. I'm just really confused as to what this place is supposed to be. Also, some prices are a little high in my opinion. Oh, and their "Gulf Coast Fish Bites" aren't made with Gulf seafood. It's a misnomer and should be renamed or taken off the menu. Blasphemy to name something after the Gulf Coast without making sure it's somewhat authentic. Overall, I wasn't impressed and probably won't be back. I'll be in the area for Einstein's or Willy's, but don't anticipate coming back to Padriac's. The only thing that saved this place was their smoke-free interior.
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Elizabeth S.
Just had lunch a bit ago...pretty empty but hostess seemed offended that I didn't want to sit in the bar. Food was ok but a pretty limited menu...not very well seasoned. The pasta in the house pasta salad was overcooked and mushy.
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Matt S.
I'm pretty happy with my dinner here. I had the teriyaki salmon with sticky rice and grilled veggies. For the price, it was really good. Service was fast and attentive. They had a good beer selection. All around, a decent restaurant.
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Elizabeth S.
Oh My Goodness. The Lobster Nachos. Those amazing Lobster Nachos. Plus, the atmosphere is great. It's not divey nor is it pretentious- it's a perfect mix of people. Whether you're out for Irish car bombs or just a casual meal, I would definitely recommend Pads.
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Thomas D.
One of the best neighborhood bars around the area of Vinings, GA. I've been going here for years. Best food items if you're willing the pay the price is the pork chops. They have a great late night menu after 10pm. They have live music which is fun if it is not too loud. Every night they have different drink specials, and during lunch they may have a special or two. The bartenders are some of the best around as well. Great local feel.
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David M.
Great service, beer list is awesome, wine list very nice and food excellent w very reasonable pricing. This place is awesome!
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Angie B.
Manager is very rude! We asked for him to put a game on and he told us no and he does not care of we come back. I have lived here a long time and have always come here and supported this place but his attitude just changed that.
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Christy M.
I dropped in at Padriac's on a lazy Saturday afternoon for a casual lunch. The place was a ghost town at about 1:30, which might be a bad sign. But the bar area at least seemed to have some folks hanging out, so we grabbed a couple of stools. We started off by taking advantage of the $6 pitcher special...can't remember what the beer was but it wasn't a super cheap one, so it was a decent deal. The bartenders were excellent, personable and interesting. I definitely think sitting at the bar was the right choice based on their personalities. Service was ok, nothing exceptional, but they were fun to hang out with while we ate. Lunch was pretty basic, they have lots of sandwich options and some soups and salads as well. I was really hoping for a classic turkey club but since that wasn't up for grabs, I opted for a Cuban wrap instead. My friend got the Rueben, and we both had a big pile of fries on the side. The sandwiches were alright. Again, nothing amazing, but solid. The fries were just so-so, a little too chewy for my taste. This was a fine, reasonably priced stop in for a non-fast food lunch. I'd go back if I were in the area and looking for something basic.
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Steve B.
It is a cool pub for what it is. Location right off 285 in Vinings. The service is spotty, either hit or miss. Mostly miss. I love the lobster nachos appetizer. Very on point. Their burger is very good and have a decent beer selection. The menu is more than what you bargain for on a pub. They have live music (if you want to count the guy playing a guitar). The customers that visit are cool. Mix of both men and women mingling, hanging out with friends. Small room altogether but cool if you're in the area just to catch up with friends, hang out, have some food, watch the game. Grade: C
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Ernie U.
My neighborhood standby for a bar. I've been going here 10+ yrs. Always friendly staff, good food and decent draft beer selection.
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Mick D.
I went to Padriac's for the Monday night trivia thing. I was expecting regular bar/pub fare. Boy, was I surprised! There are two menus here, the bar fare I expected is on a "late menu." But there's another menu with a selection of slightly more "upscale" dining options on it. And that had all my attention. It was a busy night, but that didn't stop staff from being polite, and helping our team get comfortable seats in preparation for the aforementioned trivia thing. Placing an order took some time, but staff made some really good recommendations, and looked after our every need. I must say, everyone at the table seemed really happy with their food. The burgers looked good. My friends and I shared some of the Gouda Tots. (These do more closely resemble hush-puppies, but they were indeed tasty.) I then had a dish which instantly transported me back to New Orleans, reminding me of a Crawfish Fra Diavolo dish I once had there. Based on server recommendation, I had Padriac's Jambalaya Pasta (grilled chicken, andouille, crawfish, peppers and onions, tossed in a Cajun cream sauce). Man, they really knocked it out of the park with that dish! I can see why it's a best seller. Or trivia team missed first place by two points. But we'll be back, both to see if we can prevail in trivia, and to enjoy some more of that delicious Jambalaya Pasta. Holler if you're coming with.
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Taraneka S.
Hot mama shrimp all amazing!!!! Oh my goodness. And the cheese fries just took the cake! Yummy!
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Bridget P.
Stopped in here last night as a dinner and beer spot after arriving in town for work. The place is very clean and welcoming, nicely decorated and has a nice large patio that quite a few patrons were taking advantage of when i stopped by. I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by a friendly bartender (Liz?) who gave me a run down of the specials and then helped me find the local brews that they were featuring as well. I ended up trying a few local beers - Sweetwater, Red Hare and Terrapin which were all really great, especially the Terrapin Rye. It was awesome. I ordered the Gouda tater tots or balls as an app and started watching the hockey game on the giant TV in fron to me - when they8 came they were less like a tot and more like fried mashed potato which wasnt the texture i was hoping for - but they were tasty nonetheless. The Chicken Ceasar salad i ordered was great - fresh grilled chicken on top for only 8 bucks. The bartender always checked on me despite how busy she was back there on martini night and overall i was really impressed. Would visit again for sure.
(4)
Susan J.
Great food and prices. Parking isn't good though.
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Suzy S.
Salmon entree was amazing! We also tried the pulled pork lettuce wraps. Go to trivia on Monday nights with Andre. Great service and atmosphere.
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Rhonda M.
Wow, I must have gone on a good night because I didn't have any of the problems that everyone else mentioned. We went on Fri night and had an opportunity to experience the 1 man band "John Amoroso". John alone made my 1st time visit to Padriac's most enjoyable. So enjoyable we're planning to go back to hear him perform Feb 15th. We ordered 3 apps and 2 out of 3 were outstanding. You must try the crab, artichoke, and spinach dip. It was the best I've had and I like that they opted to serve bread instead of chips. The fish bites were excellent as well with a light batter and spicy dip to give it just the right complement. The cajun shrimp was good as well but I would say it was our least favorite. It was good but not great. We cashed in on the $10 for $20 Yelp deal with absolutely no problems at all. So I think all of the people who complained about using the deal were heard because it was a flawless experience for us. I would definitely go back again and I recommend not being discouraged from some of the bad reviews here. Give 'em a chance.
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Kat W.
Went in and sat at the bar for a beer and it was entirely pleasant. Went back the next week for a meal and wished I hadn't. The service was molasses. The food was not great (we ordered burgers medium and they came beyond well). Shoulda gone to 5 Guys and then had a beer here after.
(2)
Steve M.
Great food and awesome beer selection on tap. You can't go wrong with this place. Just make sure if there is live music that you don't sit near the door as it can get pretty loud there. That's about the only negative I can think of with Padriac's. Order the lobster nachos and you won't be disappointed!
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Holly C.
Great place to watch a game and/or grab a drink. Went on a Friday night for dinner and there was no wait. Was not impressed with the Gouda Tots, but we did enjoy the Boneless Pork Chops very much. The portion was large enough to share and we still had leftovers to take home!
(3)
Kimberly J.
I always have a good time at Padriac's. I used my Yelp deal yesterday and had no problems at all. The lobster nachos are the BEST!
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Carrie Neal W.
I have a soft spot for Padriac's. Various nights out in my 20s with the gang, a good friend who met her now-husband there, one particularly memorable lunch with my best-ever boss after we lost a sale. Yes, it can be a very frat-tastic place, but it's still solid in my book. Good bar-type food, from the chicken soup to the sandwiches. Fries are mostly average, of that thicker-cut variety that brings some a little chewy and others over-done. Service is generally ok, especially if it's nice and you can sit on the patio, or if you sit at the actual bar. I'm not over in Smynings that often, but it's a solid spot when I am.
(3)
Shane H.
I've loved this place for over 12 years now. Always a fun time and the food is great too. Love it
(5)
Dmitry D.
Had a bad experience with the server here once. It was enough to stop me from going... however, the call of Yelp coupon is just a tad bit stronger than the bad experience so I came back for another try. I ordered that half baked chicken with mashed potatoes and boiled carrots. Its pretty good. The chicken is baked nicely and the mashed potato was good as well.. I did not care about the boiled carrots... I actually didnt eat them. My other half bought burger and fries and that was a tad bit better than mediocre. The ambiance is ok as well. Nothing too impressive. This place is a small hole in the wall place that I imagine a lot of business people around the area come by and grab a drink from. All in all it is a-ok. If you are around the area and is hungry, sure, stop by and try the baked chicken... but other than that, there's really nothing much to really come here specifically for...
(3)
Ana G.
This place is not bad at all....honestly I really wasn't expecting much from it but I was pleasantly surprised. Hannah C. and I went here after a concert on a Friday night to have a drink or two along with an appetizer before we called it a night. When we came in I was really surprised about just how many people there were here...they really had a good crowd going (mostly the fratty type if you ask me). They also had a band playing a lot of 90s covers, and a couple of dance-able songs here and there....they were not bad, but I have heard better (maybe they have bad acoustics?). I was also pleasantly surprised to see a decent beer menu...they had a pretty good selection of draft and bottle beers. I decided to go with a Hoegarden go accompany the calamari that we had ordered. Our beers were served quickly and not much longer our huge appetizer arrived. The calamari order had fried okra as well as fried jalapenos on the side (I'm not a fan of the heat). The okra was actually pretty good, and the calamari were pretty decent, but I will say that they were very, very greasy. Maybe they should have fried them in hotter oil? Anyway, they were still tasty, especially with the sauce that was served with it. I believe it was vinegar based....very, very good! Overall our experience here was very good.....until random drunk guys started bugging us to dance, which we declined but apparently they didn't get message....we actually ended leaving because of those douches, prob should have complained to the bouncer but oh well.... Anyway, ladies just make sure you go with a big group or with a guy so that horny drunkards don't become annoyances but rather spectacles. #365Yelp 39/365
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Bryant M.
This was a great place to stop and get a drink. Pleasant atmosphere and great late-night food.
(4)
Jang C.
If you're young, single and want a nice place to drink and mingle; this place is decent for you. If you want to go get something to eat, this place is NOT the place to go. I'm old and married. And I didn't come here to drink and mingle. We were hungry and wanted a new place to eat dinner, unfortunately we decided to come here. They have a very limited yet expensive food menu. The food tastes bad. Really bad. In fact, I never thought something can be too spicy and too bland at the same time. My wife had a similar experience with her food. I was so disappointed. Normally, I would finish what is put in front of me. But this was probably the first time I just wanted to just stop eating and leave. We wanted get out of this place so fast. Also, we spent around $35 on our meals. That did not justify the quality of food we just ate. We could've went to Willy's next door and had a more satisfying meal for half the price. For hanging out and drinks, this place might not be bad. For food, head somewhere else. I was going to give it 1 star, but I didn't think that would be completely fair because this place is more of a drinking establishment than a restaurant.
(2)
Gabrielle J.
Since I went here and didn't have a lick of alcohol, I think I did myself a disservice. Apparently, drinking alcohol must make the food taste better. It was, in fact, bar food. Chicken fingers, fries... I was surprised to see gnocci on here, which wasn't half bad. If you want to go for a drink then I would imagine this'll be the place for you. If you're 12 weeks in to AA meetings, skip this joint and hit up Chick Fil A across the street.
(2)
Dio S.
One of several pretty good bars in the Vinings area. (The others are Marlow's Tavern, Meehan's Pub, and Tavern At Riverside) Decent live music on occasion. One gigantic TV screen. Respectable selection of beers. Food used to be great for a pub but menu changed in '07 and food just decent since. What these Vinings bars have in common is that they are all nice and clean and have good TVs. Crowd is more OTP. Lots of people who just got out of college. Those that are a little older are almost identical to the Buckhead crowd. Basically, places that might be culturally lacking, but doesn't change the fact that they are very comfortable places to relax in and watch sports or to hit on cute young guys and girls. They have a cute little patio but wouldn't let me smoke cigar there. : ( I don't live in Vinings anymore and have no reason to go here. But pretty good place vis-a-vis similar establishments.
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Dana T.
Best sports bar in Vinings hands down. The staff is helpful fun and courteous. Even when their swamped they are always polite and there to serve. Likewise The food is amazingly good for a a venue of this size. Best of all they add sound for the "BIG" game when you would really want to hear it, and will accommodate your game request if they can. Great place and really decent prices.
(4)
Stuart W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
(3)
Adam T.
I tried something spicy and I blacked out! The next think I know I'm in a Bangkok emergency room missing half my organs! Other than that it was okay.
(3)
Austin J.
Padriac's has the distinct honor of being my 100th review...wooohooo! This is a cool restaurant to hit up with you friends. We've always sat on the patio and found it to be a great meeting place to laugh and reconnect. Definitely the coolest perk is that on Thursdays they give you free glasses with every beer purchase. Thus if you just moved into a new apartment or something and you need to stock up on some cool glassware, Padriac's is an excellent choice. The service rocks, we never had a moment where we needed anything that wasn't preempted by our waitress. The food's great as well, tons of great apps to choose from if you're hanging out with friends after work. Check them out for a solid restaurant experience if you're in the area.
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Michael T.
Padriac's is a place I need to visit more often... It has a nice variety of dishes (burgers, chicken, salads, pasta) and they all seem to have a creative and unique flair. They have an extensive beer list, and all at pretty good prices. Padriac's is great for lunch and perfect for after-work drinks on the patio.
(4)
S W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
(3)
Malika B.
Good for meeting friends after work, it has a great selection of beers at reasonable prices. The decor is very similar to nearby bars Meehans and Marlowe's - dark wood and dim lighting. As far as the food goes, they are creaetive with their dishes. I love the Latin flair to their dishes (think spices like chipotle and cilantro). Much more than typical bar food, I love the Steak Tostada appetizer and their peach glazed pork. Just writing this is making my mouth water! Once caveat: Parking is crazy here. They have waaaay too many stores for the amount of parking. And so many lazy people like to park near the curb making it difficult to get in and out. Do yourself a favor and park next door in the hotel parking lot and walk over.
(4)
Allen B.
its a cool place if you are not cdx or industry dont bother! They cater to both of these and the coupon is a rip off here on yelp. They are not happy if you use it and I have had the same issues as everyone else here. The first time it was a fun place but once you see their true service colors avoid at all costs. Service is slow, and you would have a better experience at Chick Filet as suggested by an earlier reviewer.
(1)
Jose P.
I like Padriac, it's probably one of my favorite bars in the area (we don't have many good ones). Pros: Nice atmosphere - dim lit. Nice layout of T.V.s Great for dates or football Good live music Food is pretty good and usually healthy Nice people Cons: Parking, especially on a busy night. Expensive - both food and drinks... dinner is about 15 a dish
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Mack L.
This is the first time I've eaten at Padriacs and the experience was great. I've always heard they had good burgers and they certainly do. The service was good as always and the beer specials were a treat. As others have mentioned parking blows but hey you can't have everything! Definitely a great place to keep in the rotation for drinks and even dinner now.
(4)
Joe M.
A good stop anytime. Menu is just the right mix of standard and adventurous. Solid selections at the bar. A good choice for the informal or comfortable outing.
(4)
Tinzley B.
The BEST Sour Apple Martina in the land of alcohol haven't tried the food yet but the environment is great for large groups who wanna hang after work or just a small group of friends. Had a fun time here.
(4)
Alicia W.
First off i'd say the 4 stars is for goin in the evenings/ night and not during the day for lunch. At night or after work the crowd gathers here to unwind, meet up and socialize with new and current friends, and to play a little golf on the arcade. You get your draft beer and you just unwind with good company. Great feeling! During the day when i've been, it's only been us and the bartender at lunch time. We both had cheeseburgers and fries and honestly Mcdonalds could have done better, and I don't even like Mcdonalds so that says alot. I would recommend checking it out in the evenings; Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays are good nights to go. It has an old school pub feel to it, the bathrooms are clean, but you've gotta have alot of patience if your standing up because service at the bar can take a minute due to how crowded it can become and you'll always have someone bumping into you. It's not always a bad thing. lol It's a good place to go though. Many enjoyable evenings there with friends.
If you want a good place to hang out and get wasted with your frat-boy buds and big-boobed sorority chicks, this is it. If you want to eat...skip it. There wasn't anything on the menu that really interested me. I finally decided on the fish salad (which turned out to be some pre-frozen salmon chunks, mixed greens, and tomatoes...that's it). I was craving an appetizer, but hubby was there to keep my diet in check, so I skipped the queso dip or $17 lobster nachos. At first, I anguished over not having my sinfully precious fatty goodness, but after we got our meals, it was clear that we were lucky to have missed the opportunity to overspend on food that ranks "Meh" at best. Yeah, if you're going out for happy hour and think that you might wanna eat while you're there, here's some friendly advice from this simi-picky peanut gallery: 1) spare yourself the trouble and eat a Willy's first or something...or even Chik-fil-a across the street, OR 2) get so drunk that you don't know what you're tasting after you order it. Food-wise: Not impressed. But they always seem to have fun events and drink specials going on every night of the week. Tonight, we just happened to stumble upon Guitar Hero night...costumes included. So, it was pretty entertaining to watch these guys take it so seriously. Not as entertaining as say, UFC , but it was funny to watch after downing a $3 Sam Adams (yay for beer)! I also read that Wednesday nights they have live music and $5 martinis for da ladies (love me some martinis)...I'd be willing to check it out. All in all, there is a 69% chance that I won't be running back, as I'm not your typical bar-fly, and even if I were, this experience solidifies that my heart belongs to Marlow's. But the servers at Padriac's are really pretty, so if you wanted to check it out, I wouldn't blame you! ;) Hamster sayz: 2.666 stars.
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Kristine D.
Service was fast, beer selection is good. Great place to watch sports. Very affordable.
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Matt T.
Supposedly this is the "it" spot in Vinings and it certainly was busy enough for a Saturday night, but it didn't seem like anything special to me. I had the burger, which was pretty good; of course it's hard to screw up a hamburger. My date had the chicken enchilada, which she devoured. All in all, it's not bad...but not great either.
(3)
Megan B.
Came here a while back with my significant other to use a restaurant.com certificate. We had to spend $50 I think, and we went during lunch - it was a LOT of food for us. The price points are quite high, but the portions are large. We found everything to be good, average really. The calamari had okra in it, which I think is awesome. The service was friendly and quick. Lots of tvs, comfortable booths and awkward tables in the middle. I've never been here at night, and since the prices go way up, I don't expect I ever will.
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Shica B.
We had a restaurant.com gift certificate for this spot we'd never tried, so after church yesterday, we went ahead and tried it out. Not sure when they open, but we must have arrived around 12:30ish. COMPLETLEY empty - sweet. We had the complete attention of the waitstaff and she was quite sweet & helpful. The restaurant.com certificate said that we had to order at least $35 worth of food. Usually, the problem is that you'll go way over the minimum, in this case, we had to figure out how to approach the total. The most expensive item on the menu was an appetizer of lobster nachos for $17. NOTHING else was even near close in the price. Since we had so much of a cushion, we decided to go for it. We found hat they have a half-order, so that helped greatly to get something else. The dude loves soup, so he had a bowl and was quite pleased, some chicken/ vegetable something. Said it tasted homemade. He got some pasta vegetable dish, I ordered the portabello burger and added some bacon to it after ruling out another really attractive sandwich. The nachos were HUGE, we were baffled that this was a half-order. Pretty tasty, glad that we tried it. Not really sure about the quality of the meat, though. I hope it wasn't fake. Then... I was stuffed. I couldn't eat another bite. Wish I could tell you about the sandwich, but I never took a bite, its in the fridge for my lunch today. I couldn't even muster up the strength to take a bite of his. I had a few nibbles on my fries, they were pretty tasty. I really liked it, service was great, the menu was expansive. They seem to be more of a bar than anything, though. We don't drink, so we'll stick with the after church non-crowd. The music was GREAT on the overhead speakers, some ol' school R&B. There are several TV's, they had sports and news showing. Parking for this lot is absolutely deplorable though. Confusing and confined, would not be surprised if there were a lot of little fender benders.
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Russ G.
Douchebag heaven. Being so close to Vinings, the patrons of this bar act like it, it's basically a fashion show of egomaniacal fratboys and their Paris Hilton wannabe girlfriends. That alone makes it absolutely miserable to go to, but add overpriced and watered down drinks into the mix and you've got a sad attempt at a 'too cool' place that's trying too hard. I prefer a bar, not a 'scene'. If you're still convinced, good luck parking closeby. You'll have to walk from the RiteAid next door or the Home Depot.
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Kyle A.
a great place to go to have a drink and a converstion.
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Adree O.
Padriacs is a cool little spot to go for drinks. Dark lighting inside, Cool little patio. Intimate little bar.
(4)
Jonny P.
Great place to have/host a happy hour. We always order from the "bar food" menu. The wings and burgers are great. Also, try a half order of the lobster nachos. There are usually good music acts as well on Friday or Saturday. Parking can be a problem, so get there early.
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Steve M.
Great food and awesome beer selection on tap. You can't go wrong with this place. Just make sure if there is live music that you don't sit near the door as it can get pretty loud there. That's about the only negative I can think of with Padriac's. Order the lobster nachos and you won't be disappointed!
(4)Holly C.
Great place to watch a game and/or grab a drink. Went on a Friday night for dinner and there was no wait. Was not impressed with the Gouda Tots, but we did enjoy the Boneless Pork Chops very much. The portion was large enough to share and we still had leftovers to take home!
(3)Kimberly J.
I always have a good time at Padriac's. I used my Yelp deal yesterday and had no problems at all. The lobster nachos are the BEST!
(4)Carrie Neal W.
I have a soft spot for Padriac's. Various nights out in my 20s with the gang, a good friend who met her now-husband there, one particularly memorable lunch with my best-ever boss after we lost a sale. Yes, it can be a very frat-tastic place, but it's still solid in my book. Good bar-type food, from the chicken soup to the sandwiches. Fries are mostly average, of that thicker-cut variety that brings some a little chewy and others over-done. Service is generally ok, especially if it's nice and you can sit on the patio, or if you sit at the actual bar. I'm not over in Smynings that often, but it's a solid spot when I am.
(3)Shane H.
I've loved this place for over 12 years now. Always a fun time and the food is great too. Love it
(5)Sam L.
This is a standard pub up in the Cumberland/Vikings/Smyrna/whatever you want to call it area. They show all sporting events and will change the TV nearest to you in most cases. There is nothing special about it - they've got good service, regular bar/grill food, and a parking lot. Also, they are really cheap. I had 3 pitchers of beer and 2 entrees with a friend and it was $40. That's cheap as hell when considering the prices I normally pay in midtown. I shall return!
(3)Jane V.
The atmosphere is very inviting and a great place to spend an evening with friends. My first time in on a Friday evening that had live music. Not a band only a singer and his guitar. I must say he should be out on tour and not in a local establishment. I do not know his name since I am visiting friends in the area. This was July 17th for those locals that my know who I am referring to. Awesome, unique voice one could listen to for hours. The atmosphere, the service, and entertainment top notch, but the food we ordered not so much. I saw many burgers go by and thought that may have been a much better choice. We ordered two sets of the chicken tacos, chicken enchilada, and the Gouda tots. The tots were good but one definitely needed the ranch or other dipping sauce since eating them as they were seemed quite dry. The chicken tacos were made on a double layer of corn tortillas, some chicken and a lot of finely chopped lettuce, tomato, little avocado and a bowl of spicy salsa on the side. We had to ask for sour cream which made it much better. They were nothing to write home about. The enchilada seemed quite small in comparison to other restaurants for the price and also not a dish that stood out. These dishes were good but I would recommend trying something else.
(3)Travis R.
Good deals on beer, good exotic food, and good times! Loved the calamaris, so exotic!
(5)Sam M.
I was told this place is more of a local drinking spot that it is known for it's food. Unfortunately, all of what I was told was true, however I needed to check for myself. My gf and I stopped here after picking me up from a long flight back from San Antonio as it was one of the only places open around the area. The place had a small crowd of folks who looked like they just finished playing in their sports league. Upon entering, you can tell this place is a little worn, and their advertisements for a wide variety of specials and promotions such as trivia. It reminded me of the best local college bar a town could offer but without the douchebaggery. I must admit that is was clean despite showing some age. As for the food, it left something to be desired. The fries I had with my burger were the best part of my meal as I reluctantly ate my burger indecisively, telling myself it was better than it really was. I'm pretty sure is was one of those pre-frozen burgers that you serve during a summer BBQ just by the way it looked and tasted. At least a cold Blue Moon helped me wash it down. My gf had tenders that were serviceable, yet uninspiring for casual bar fare. Our server was attentive, and did a standard job as the night went out. We both left considering whether we should have went somewhere else or ate something different. The place has potential however it seems satisfied getting a C+ and it shows.
(3)Mikee R.
This is a bar. A bar with sub par food. I am thinking they should take away the menu and just focus on drinks. I ordered the meatloaf. Yuck! It was the oldest two chunks of meat laying around out back. All of the ketchup in the world would not make it taste better. Absolutely not baked fresh that day or even yesterday. How about the mashed potatoes? They weren't even fresh. They were made today, but not recently. I think the potato was softer before it was cooked and mashed. The corn on the cobb was the best part of the meal. Farm fresh and cooked perfectly. The drinks were right. But then how can you really screw up beer and water?
(2)MacLean H.
Reeks of cigarettes, desperation, and despair. Like "Cheers," but in desperate need of oxygen tanks, antidepressants, and cosmetic surgery. I was studiously ignored by the staff, who could tell I didn't fit in by virtue of my self respect and lack of emphysema. After it became clear that I wasn't going to get served, I walked out without ever having been so much as greeted hello. I can't help but think their rudeness a blessing: no way could anything coming it of there be sanitary.
(1)Karen C.
Third time at Padriac's and I order the Buffalo Shrimp EVERY time! The Crab Mac & Cheese are bomb! My last visit the waitress recommended the Lobster Tacos. I wasn't impressed. I wish I would've gotten the Buff Shrimp as a meal instead. Other than that, the menu really isn't that appealing to me since my diet is limited to seafood. I order straight from the apps. Something funny happened the last time we were there. The hubs ordered Lemon Pepper wings and he asked the waitress "please make them really lemony peppery" That's exactly what he got and had the nerves to complain LOL He thought the cooks were trying to be funny. He stated that the first time he ordered the wings with lemon pepper, they were just sprinkled on there. Too funny. I'll prob take a visit for lunch one day this week.
(4)Steve B.
It is a cool pub for what it is. Location right off 285 in Vinings. The service is spotty, either hit or miss. Mostly miss. I love the lobster nachos appetizer. Very on point. Their burger is very good and have a decent beer selection. The menu is more than what you bargain for on a pub. They have live music (if you want to count the guy playing a guitar). The customers that visit are cool. Mix of both men and women mingling, hanging out with friends. Small room altogether but cool if you're in the area just to catch up with friends, hang out, have some food, watch the game. Grade: C
(3)Rhonda M.
Wow, I must have gone on a good night because I didn't have any of the problems that everyone else mentioned. We went on Fri night and had an opportunity to experience the 1 man band "John Amoroso". John alone made my 1st time visit to Padriac's most enjoyable. So enjoyable we're planning to go back to hear him perform Feb 15th. We ordered 3 apps and 2 out of 3 were outstanding. You must try the crab, artichoke, and spinach dip. It was the best I've had and I like that they opted to serve bread instead of chips. The fish bites were excellent as well with a light batter and spicy dip to give it just the right complement. The cajun shrimp was good as well but I would say it was our least favorite. It was good but not great. We cashed in on the $10 for $20 Yelp deal with absolutely no problems at all. So I think all of the people who complained about using the deal were heard because it was a flawless experience for us. I would definitely go back again and I recommend not being discouraged from some of the bad reviews here. Give 'em a chance.
(4)Kat W.
Went in and sat at the bar for a beer and it was entirely pleasant. Went back the next week for a meal and wished I hadn't. The service was molasses. The food was not great (we ordered burgers medium and they came beyond well). Shoulda gone to 5 Guys and then had a beer here after.
(2)Alayne H.
Decided to check out this Bills bar on football Sunday. I didn't know how crowded it would get so arrived 30 minutes before the game started. There was basically no one there. This worked in my favor as I was able to get a seat at the bar in front of the big TV. Kim was the bartender and provided great service. Closer to game time, people started rolling in and she kept her efficiency. They have several beer specials - not sure if all the time or just during games. As far as food, I ordered the Rueben sandwich with a side of pasta salad. Both were excellent! I'm sure I'll be back.
(3)Lilly Y.
I wasn't impressed and am confused as to what their concept is: Irish or regular restaurant? I've driven by Padriac's tons of times going to the Publix across the street, but haven't stopped in until this past weekend. We were looking for a smaller place to watch a football game, and Padriac's seemed to be off-the-radar enough for us to get seats and some food. We managed to find a spot at the bar with a decent view of the TV. This was after we waited awkwardly by the abandoned hostess stand. Apparently, they don't have a hostess (or didn't that night) and I probably waited 10 minutes for an already busy server to acknowledge me. Either have a full time hostess, or get rid of the stand/sign altogether. Anyway, we sat at the bar and had mediocre service. The bartenders seemed to have a lot of regulars they were fond of, and were just blah with everyone else. No enthusiasm, just going through the motions. Granted, the bar was crowded and the two girls were working hard serving everyone during a pretty major prime time college football game, but still. They didn't seem happy to encounter anyone who wasn't one of their regulars. After we got some beer (reasonably priced, by the way), I ordered a Chicken Caesar Salad to offset the pizza we had earlier that day, and boyfriend had chicken tacos. The salad was good, and exactly what I'd expect for a CCS. Except for it had some weird tomatoes on it. The menu description says "roasted tomatoes" but they were this funky gray/brown color and didn't look appetizing at all. Boyfriend enjoyed his tacos, and they pile enough toppings on there for four tacos instead of two. We could have split them if we wanted to. The rest of the menu seemed really random: meatloaf, burgers, wings, chicken cordon bleu (that's not breaded), and other stuff. I was under the impression that Padriac's is an Irish bar, but the menu has nothing Irish on it. And the decor isn't Irish, just random sports bar stuff in a dark, heavy restaurant. I'm just really confused as to what this place is supposed to be. Also, some prices are a little high in my opinion. Oh, and their "Gulf Coast Fish Bites" aren't made with Gulf seafood. It's a misnomer and should be renamed or taken off the menu. Blasphemy to name something after the Gulf Coast without making sure it's somewhat authentic. Overall, I wasn't impressed and probably won't be back. I'll be in the area for Einstein's or Willy's, but don't anticipate coming back to Padriac's. The only thing that saved this place was their smoke-free interior.
(2)Jade C.
Just regular american bar. Food is ok and service is ok. Nothing special. Asian chicken salad is a little too salty for my liking. I didn't really try other dishes in the menu so I don't know how good other dishes are. They do have pretty good environment to talk and you get your food pretty fast. If you have a business lunch, I would recommend this place.
(3)Edward L.
This is a heaven for happy hour after work if you live in the Vinings area. I work across the street, so it's easy to get to and I can avoid 285 which can get a little hectic after 5pm. Padriac's isn't very loud or that crowded. The parking lot here is pretty awful though. If you can find parking, the experience is worth it for this price range. There is trivia here one day of the week, but I can't remember which day that is. I usually miss the trivia night, but that is OKAY, because I still have a good time! The food is typical tavern food. The beer menu is pretty large and they have daily specials! The service is fast yet effective. I would highly suggest Padriac's for an after work spot!
(4)Elizabeth S.
Just had lunch a bit ago...pretty empty but hostess seemed offended that I didn't want to sit in the bar. Food was ok but a pretty limited menu...not very well seasoned. The pasta in the house pasta salad was overcooked and mushy.
(3)Matt S.
I'm pretty happy with my dinner here. I had the teriyaki salmon with sticky rice and grilled veggies. For the price, it was really good. Service was fast and attentive. They had a good beer selection. All around, a decent restaurant.
(4)Elizabeth S.
Oh My Goodness. The Lobster Nachos. Those amazing Lobster Nachos. Plus, the atmosphere is great. It's not divey nor is it pretentious- it's a perfect mix of people. Whether you're out for Irish car bombs or just a casual meal, I would definitely recommend Pads.
(5)Thomas D.
One of the best neighborhood bars around the area of Vinings, GA. I've been going here for years. Best food items if you're willing the pay the price is the pork chops. They have a great late night menu after 10pm. They have live music which is fun if it is not too loud. Every night they have different drink specials, and during lunch they may have a special or two. The bartenders are some of the best around as well. Great local feel.
(4)David M.
Great service, beer list is awesome, wine list very nice and food excellent w very reasonable pricing. This place is awesome!
(5)Angie B.
Manager is very rude! We asked for him to put a game on and he told us no and he does not care of we come back. I have lived here a long time and have always come here and supported this place but his attitude just changed that.
(1)Christy M.
I dropped in at Padriac's on a lazy Saturday afternoon for a casual lunch. The place was a ghost town at about 1:30, which might be a bad sign. But the bar area at least seemed to have some folks hanging out, so we grabbed a couple of stools. We started off by taking advantage of the $6 pitcher special...can't remember what the beer was but it wasn't a super cheap one, so it was a decent deal. The bartenders were excellent, personable and interesting. I definitely think sitting at the bar was the right choice based on their personalities. Service was ok, nothing exceptional, but they were fun to hang out with while we ate. Lunch was pretty basic, they have lots of sandwich options and some soups and salads as well. I was really hoping for a classic turkey club but since that wasn't up for grabs, I opted for a Cuban wrap instead. My friend got the Rueben, and we both had a big pile of fries on the side. The sandwiches were alright. Again, nothing amazing, but solid. The fries were just so-so, a little too chewy for my taste. This was a fine, reasonably priced stop in for a non-fast food lunch. I'd go back if I were in the area and looking for something basic.
(3)Ernie U.
My neighborhood standby for a bar. I've been going here 10+ yrs. Always friendly staff, good food and decent draft beer selection.
(3)Mick D.
I went to Padriac's for the Monday night trivia thing. I was expecting regular bar/pub fare. Boy, was I surprised! There are two menus here, the bar fare I expected is on a "late menu." But there's another menu with a selection of slightly more "upscale" dining options on it. And that had all my attention. It was a busy night, but that didn't stop staff from being polite, and helping our team get comfortable seats in preparation for the aforementioned trivia thing. Placing an order took some time, but staff made some really good recommendations, and looked after our every need. I must say, everyone at the table seemed really happy with their food. The burgers looked good. My friends and I shared some of the Gouda Tots. (These do more closely resemble hush-puppies, but they were indeed tasty.) I then had a dish which instantly transported me back to New Orleans, reminding me of a Crawfish Fra Diavolo dish I once had there. Based on server recommendation, I had Padriac's Jambalaya Pasta (grilled chicken, andouille, crawfish, peppers and onions, tossed in a Cajun cream sauce). Man, they really knocked it out of the park with that dish! I can see why it's a best seller. Or trivia team missed first place by two points. But we'll be back, both to see if we can prevail in trivia, and to enjoy some more of that delicious Jambalaya Pasta. Holler if you're coming with.
(4)Taraneka S.
Hot mama shrimp all amazing!!!! Oh my goodness. And the cheese fries just took the cake! Yummy!
(5)Bridget P.
Stopped in here last night as a dinner and beer spot after arriving in town for work. The place is very clean and welcoming, nicely decorated and has a nice large patio that quite a few patrons were taking advantage of when i stopped by. I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by a friendly bartender (Liz?) who gave me a run down of the specials and then helped me find the local brews that they were featuring as well. I ended up trying a few local beers - Sweetwater, Red Hare and Terrapin which were all really great, especially the Terrapin Rye. It was awesome. I ordered the Gouda tater tots or balls as an app and started watching the hockey game on the giant TV in fron to me - when they8 came they were less like a tot and more like fried mashed potato which wasnt the texture i was hoping for - but they were tasty nonetheless. The Chicken Ceasar salad i ordered was great - fresh grilled chicken on top for only 8 bucks. The bartender always checked on me despite how busy she was back there on martini night and overall i was really impressed. Would visit again for sure.
(4)Susan J.
Great food and prices. Parking isn't good though.
(4)Suzy S.
Salmon entree was amazing! We also tried the pulled pork lettuce wraps. Go to trivia on Monday nights with Andre. Great service and atmosphere.
(5)Dmitry D.
Had a bad experience with the server here once. It was enough to stop me from going... however, the call of Yelp coupon is just a tad bit stronger than the bad experience so I came back for another try. I ordered that half baked chicken with mashed potatoes and boiled carrots. Its pretty good. The chicken is baked nicely and the mashed potato was good as well.. I did not care about the boiled carrots... I actually didnt eat them. My other half bought burger and fries and that was a tad bit better than mediocre. The ambiance is ok as well. Nothing too impressive. This place is a small hole in the wall place that I imagine a lot of business people around the area come by and grab a drink from. All in all it is a-ok. If you are around the area and is hungry, sure, stop by and try the baked chicken... but other than that, there's really nothing much to really come here specifically for...
(3)Ana G.
This place is not bad at all....honestly I really wasn't expecting much from it but I was pleasantly surprised. Hannah C. and I went here after a concert on a Friday night to have a drink or two along with an appetizer before we called it a night. When we came in I was really surprised about just how many people there were here...they really had a good crowd going (mostly the fratty type if you ask me). They also had a band playing a lot of 90s covers, and a couple of dance-able songs here and there....they were not bad, but I have heard better (maybe they have bad acoustics?). I was also pleasantly surprised to see a decent beer menu...they had a pretty good selection of draft and bottle beers. I decided to go with a Hoegarden go accompany the calamari that we had ordered. Our beers were served quickly and not much longer our huge appetizer arrived. The calamari order had fried okra as well as fried jalapenos on the side (I'm not a fan of the heat). The okra was actually pretty good, and the calamari were pretty decent, but I will say that they were very, very greasy. Maybe they should have fried them in hotter oil? Anyway, they were still tasty, especially with the sauce that was served with it. I believe it was vinegar based....very, very good! Overall our experience here was very good.....until random drunk guys started bugging us to dance, which we declined but apparently they didn't get message....we actually ended leaving because of those douches, prob should have complained to the bouncer but oh well.... Anyway, ladies just make sure you go with a big group or with a guy so that horny drunkards don't become annoyances but rather spectacles. #365Yelp 39/365
(3)Bryant M.
This was a great place to stop and get a drink. Pleasant atmosphere and great late-night food.
(4)GenerXdad D.
i went during the day a couple of times to watch the world cup and it was cool
(3)Foodie T.
If you're looking for a laid back, cool place to "hang out" that just happens to have excellent food then this is the place. If you go once it'll quickly become a tradition. They have pint nights and trivia nights. Every time I've been it's been a little different but I always have a good time and it's nice that they have a late night menu. Those can be hard to find in this town. Especially good ones.
(5)Nancy C.
Was there on St. Patrick's Day...not a good idea! It was super crowded, full of people dressed in green with hats and celebratory spirits, watching the NCAA basketball game [I was too]. Walked in, there was no one to seat us even though I saw several waitresses/hostesses walk by...nonchalant look on their faces. Took us about 5 minutes to get someone's attention, and another 10 to get an empty table...After that, our waitresses was nice and friendly about getting our order in and bringing drinks first. We were expecting a full menu, but since it was holiday, they limited the menu to 6-8 items only with St. Patrick's Day/Irish themes :( I ordered an Irish Car Bomb [drink] and some kind of Irish Soup with beef and potatoes, it was pretty delicious :) My friend ordered a burger and coke, I think it was okay. During our meal, it was of course, super loud/noisy atmosphere and the doors were open at the entrance and back to the patio/deck tables. That wasn't so great because there were people smoking outside right by the doors, and the smoke would get in and everything basically smelled like smoke - my soup didn't taste so great then. We had to wait about 15-20 minutes to get the attention of our waitress to bring the check, she was off busy or who knows? We were in a hurry to go somewhere else, it really shouldn't take that long if she was paying attention after we finished our food and sat with empty plates/bowls/drinks. Overall, a decent place - go if you like pubs/bars, not if you want a restaurant or attentive service on busy days.
(3)Katherine A.
This is a chill place to spend a Sunday afternoon for a Falcon's game, or to partake in bottomless mimosas. If you are looking for something nicer than American 'pub' food or something unique, then I would skip it. However, you will receive friendly service while snagging a drink at a decent price.
(3)Kathleen M.
We stopped in to Padriac's late on a Monday because we wanted a bite and saw the Yelp deal on the handy Yelp app. $10 for $20 worth of goodies? Yeah, we can do that. Trivia had just ended, the Braves game was on (loudly), and we settled in to a gigantic booth. The waitress was super perky and greeted us and recited the specials for the evening. I was pleased to see they had Red Stripe Light for a mere $3: hooray! The menu is upscale bar food with nicer than normal options, like the tomato caprese salad I chose. It was fine, pretty much what you expect at a bar. My man's gouda tots looked, um, fried. A little bit of a hiccup when we went to use the Yelp deal. We had paid, waitress had taken our money, written down the code, and then came back and said we had to spend at least $30 to redeem it. What the what? There was absolutely nothing in the deal's terms and conditions that mentioned a minimum tab. We reluctantly ordered another round at the waitress' suggestion, as she said it'd cover it. Well, turns out we were still $3 short, and knowing I'd likely not be back here to use the deal at a later date, we paid for $3 worth of air. Awesome. I'm really leaning toward a 2 here due to the Deal issues, but I know that's not commonplace. Just be wary if you're planning on using one.
(3)Jang C.
If you're young, single and want a nice place to drink and mingle; this place is decent for you. If you want to go get something to eat, this place is NOT the place to go. I'm old and married. And I didn't come here to drink and mingle. We were hungry and wanted a new place to eat dinner, unfortunately we decided to come here. They have a very limited yet expensive food menu. The food tastes bad. Really bad. In fact, I never thought something can be too spicy and too bland at the same time. My wife had a similar experience with her food. I was so disappointed. Normally, I would finish what is put in front of me. But this was probably the first time I just wanted to just stop eating and leave. We wanted get out of this place so fast. Also, we spent around $35 on our meals. That did not justify the quality of food we just ate. We could've went to Willy's next door and had a more satisfying meal for half the price. For hanging out and drinks, this place might not be bad. For food, head somewhere else. I was going to give it 1 star, but I didn't think that would be completely fair because this place is more of a drinking establishment than a restaurant.
(2)Queenie D.
It is sad to see a place that we enjoyed once to get such an appalling review compared from the last time.. and all because of the SERVICE. Whoever waited on us was slow... really slow... I mean so slow we must have stayed an extra 45 minutes to an hour waiting on our waitress to come back to our table. That is a looong time folks to not have service. I am so upset with this restaurant I almost dont want to write a review. So to keep in simple: Not only was our waitress slow, but when we told her that we are going to use Yelp coupon (courtesy of my parents buying it for us as gifts since we enjoyed the last visit here so much), she ROLLED HER EYES and told us we cannot use it on the same table. FIRST OF ALL: there is NOTHING on the agreement that says it can only be used for one table only. SECOND: If you do not know how to use a product that is promoted by the company you are working for, DO NOT GET AN ATTITUDE. Simply tell the customer you will check on it, and WALK AWAY. and please do come back in a timely manner. Rolled her eyes??! For those of you who knows, I almost got Madea on her! Anyways, so there. Dear Management: Please find better employees. The one who understands your promotions, and doesn't get attitude. PS: It was a coupon for twenty bucks. It said minimum purchase of 20 bucks. WE HAVE DONE THESE COUPON-THING A MILLION TIMES. And she comes back, once again with attitude, and tells us that there needs to be at least one dollar difference to charge the credit card. Since our total was $20.25. I was already forced to buy an extra beer, and I told her I do not want any more food. She gives me this "dumb" stare until I told her to go ahead and charge a dollar FOR NOTHING just so that we can get the hell out of this place. She comes back and gives us a receipt for $2. Now, I dont mind $1.75, but $1.75 FOR NOTHING on a restaurant and a server that was rude, and on the other check they also added some more change on it.. SERIOUSLY GUYS? I said a buck. and not 1.75 ... I was already forced to purchase an extra beer to go over 20 bucks (when in the agreement it doesnt say you have to go over 20 bucks..on other deals you just lose the difference) but this waitress forced us to go over what we wanted to spend. Driving home became a dilemma because I cant drive well in Atlanta and my hubby had to drink that extra beer ... and we were still over charged. I feel bad for leaving a 15% tip.... this one shouldve been a stiff.
(1)Kyle A.
a great place to go to have a drink and a converstion.
(4)Jonny P.
Great place to have/host a happy hour. We always order from the "bar food" menu. The wings and burgers are great. Also, try a half order of the lobster nachos. There are usually good music acts as well on Friday or Saturday. Parking can be a problem, so get there early.
(4)Kristine D.
Service was fast, beer selection is good. Great place to watch sports. Very affordable.
(4)Matt T.
Supposedly this is the "it" spot in Vinings and it certainly was busy enough for a Saturday night, but it didn't seem like anything special to me. I had the burger, which was pretty good; of course it's hard to screw up a hamburger. My date had the chicken enchilada, which she devoured. All in all, it's not bad...but not great either.
(3)Megan B.
Came here a while back with my significant other to use a restaurant.com certificate. We had to spend $50 I think, and we went during lunch - it was a LOT of food for us. The price points are quite high, but the portions are large. We found everything to be good, average really. The calamari had okra in it, which I think is awesome. The service was friendly and quick. Lots of tvs, comfortable booths and awkward tables in the middle. I've never been here at night, and since the prices go way up, I don't expect I ever will.
(3)Shica B.
We had a restaurant.com gift certificate for this spot we'd never tried, so after church yesterday, we went ahead and tried it out. Not sure when they open, but we must have arrived around 12:30ish. COMPLETLEY empty - sweet. We had the complete attention of the waitstaff and she was quite sweet & helpful. The restaurant.com certificate said that we had to order at least $35 worth of food. Usually, the problem is that you'll go way over the minimum, in this case, we had to figure out how to approach the total. The most expensive item on the menu was an appetizer of lobster nachos for $17. NOTHING else was even near close in the price. Since we had so much of a cushion, we decided to go for it. We found hat they have a half-order, so that helped greatly to get something else. The dude loves soup, so he had a bowl and was quite pleased, some chicken/ vegetable something. Said it tasted homemade. He got some pasta vegetable dish, I ordered the portabello burger and added some bacon to it after ruling out another really attractive sandwich. The nachos were HUGE, we were baffled that this was a half-order. Pretty tasty, glad that we tried it. Not really sure about the quality of the meat, though. I hope it wasn't fake. Then... I was stuffed. I couldn't eat another bite. Wish I could tell you about the sandwich, but I never took a bite, its in the fridge for my lunch today. I couldn't even muster up the strength to take a bite of his. I had a few nibbles on my fries, they were pretty tasty. I really liked it, service was great, the menu was expansive. They seem to be more of a bar than anything, though. We don't drink, so we'll stick with the after church non-crowd. The music was GREAT on the overhead speakers, some ol' school R&B. There are several TV's, they had sports and news showing. Parking for this lot is absolutely deplorable though. Confusing and confined, would not be surprised if there were a lot of little fender benders.
(4)Russ G.
Douchebag heaven. Being so close to Vinings, the patrons of this bar act like it, it's basically a fashion show of egomaniacal fratboys and their Paris Hilton wannabe girlfriends. That alone makes it absolutely miserable to go to, but add overpriced and watered down drinks into the mix and you've got a sad attempt at a 'too cool' place that's trying too hard. I prefer a bar, not a 'scene'. If you're still convinced, good luck parking closeby. You'll have to walk from the RiteAid next door or the Home Depot.
(1)Charlie B.
If you live near this place I can definitely see coming here for a drink or two after work or to watch a game. We came here after having already had desert (pinkberry FTW!) and popped in for a drink and something to nosh on. My date had a salad and I had some potato Gouda balls (which were fried, cheesy and delicious). Lots of TVs, alcohol, bar food, cute servers, drink specials, comfy booths, its a good place if you're sick of places like taco mac. A word of warning, we had an issue with the $10 for $20 yelp coupon, so be sure to let them know you have it and that there aren't any stipulations for using it. As this is covered in someone else's review already I will leave it at that, but I probably won't be back due to the issue we had. Id give this place a 2.5 if I could (can we make that happen yelp?), but I can't so 2 it is.
(2)Josh B.
Burger and fries are great. Used the yelp $10 for $20 deal. I would definitely come back
(4)Britters B.
I bought the Yelp deal a while back and checked this place out with a friend for lunch. Decent selection for lunch and nice service. If I were in the area again, I would go back :)
(4)Gabrielle J.
Since I went here and didn't have a lick of alcohol, I think I did myself a disservice. Apparently, drinking alcohol must make the food taste better. It was, in fact, bar food. Chicken fingers, fries... I was surprised to see gnocci on here, which wasn't half bad. If you want to go for a drink then I would imagine this'll be the place for you. If you're 12 weeks in to AA meetings, skip this joint and hit up Chick Fil A across the street.
(2)Malika B.
Good for meeting friends after work, it has a great selection of beers at reasonable prices. The decor is very similar to nearby bars Meehans and Marlowe's - dark wood and dim lighting. As far as the food goes, they are creaetive with their dishes. I love the Latin flair to their dishes (think spices like chipotle and cilantro). Much more than typical bar food, I love the Steak Tostada appetizer and their peach glazed pork. Just writing this is making my mouth water! Once caveat: Parking is crazy here. They have waaaay too many stores for the amount of parking. And so many lazy people like to park near the curb making it difficult to get in and out. Do yourself a favor and park next door in the hotel parking lot and walk over.
(4)Allen B.
its a cool place if you are not cdx or industry dont bother! They cater to both of these and the coupon is a rip off here on yelp. They are not happy if you use it and I have had the same issues as everyone else here. The first time it was a fun place but once you see their true service colors avoid at all costs. Service is slow, and you would have a better experience at Chick Filet as suggested by an earlier reviewer.
(1)Jose P.
I like Padriac, it's probably one of my favorite bars in the area (we don't have many good ones). Pros: Nice atmosphere - dim lit. Nice layout of T.V.s Great for dates or football Good live music Food is pretty good and usually healthy Nice people Cons: Parking, especially on a busy night. Expensive - both food and drinks... dinner is about 15 a dish
(4)Mack L.
This is the first time I've eaten at Padriacs and the experience was great. I've always heard they had good burgers and they certainly do. The service was good as always and the beer specials were a treat. As others have mentioned parking blows but hey you can't have everything! Definitely a great place to keep in the rotation for drinks and even dinner now.
(4)Joe M.
A good stop anytime. Menu is just the right mix of standard and adventurous. Solid selections at the bar. A good choice for the informal or comfortable outing.
(4)Tinzley B.
The BEST Sour Apple Martina in the land of alcohol haven't tried the food yet but the environment is great for large groups who wanna hang after work or just a small group of friends. Had a fun time here.
(4)Alicia W.
First off i'd say the 4 stars is for goin in the evenings/ night and not during the day for lunch. At night or after work the crowd gathers here to unwind, meet up and socialize with new and current friends, and to play a little golf on the arcade. You get your draft beer and you just unwind with good company. Great feeling! During the day when i've been, it's only been us and the bartender at lunch time. We both had cheeseburgers and fries and honestly Mcdonalds could have done better, and I don't even like Mcdonalds so that says alot. I would recommend checking it out in the evenings; Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays are good nights to go. It has an old school pub feel to it, the bathrooms are clean, but you've gotta have alot of patience if your standing up because service at the bar can take a minute due to how crowded it can become and you'll always have someone bumping into you. It's not always a bad thing. lol It's a good place to go though. Many enjoyable evenings there with friends.
(4)Kelly I.
Stopped in on a drive down to Orlando from Chicago. Wonderful beer selection, I had a local IPA that was really good. My fiancé and I split lobster nachos for dinner. They were Layered nicely with a decent amount of lobster. There was an outdoor seating area as well. I'd definitely come back on my next pass through Atlanta.
(4)Hannah C.
If you want a good place to hang out and get wasted with your frat-boy buds and big-boobed sorority chicks, this is it. If you want to eat...skip it. There wasn't anything on the menu that really interested me. I finally decided on the fish salad (which turned out to be some pre-frozen salmon chunks, mixed greens, and tomatoes...that's it). I was craving an appetizer, but hubby was there to keep my diet in check, so I skipped the queso dip or $17 lobster nachos. At first, I anguished over not having my sinfully precious fatty goodness, but after we got our meals, it was clear that we were lucky to have missed the opportunity to overspend on food that ranks "Meh" at best. Yeah, if you're going out for happy hour and think that you might wanna eat while you're there, here's some friendly advice from this simi-picky peanut gallery: 1) spare yourself the trouble and eat a Willy's first or something...or even Chik-fil-a across the street, OR 2) get so drunk that you don't know what you're tasting after you order it. Food-wise: Not impressed. But they always seem to have fun events and drink specials going on every night of the week. Tonight, we just happened to stumble upon Guitar Hero night...costumes included. So, it was pretty entertaining to watch these guys take it so seriously. Not as entertaining as say, UFC , but it was funny to watch after downing a $3 Sam Adams (yay for beer)! I also read that Wednesday nights they have live music and $5 martinis for da ladies (love me some martinis)...I'd be willing to check it out. All in all, there is a 69% chance that I won't be running back, as I'm not your typical bar-fly, and even if I were, this experience solidifies that my heart belongs to Marlow's. But the servers at Padriac's are really pretty, so if you wanted to check it out, I wouldn't blame you! ;) Hamster sayz: 2.666 stars.
(3)Adree O.
Padriacs is a cool little spot to go for drinks. Dark lighting inside, Cool little patio. Intimate little bar.
(4)Dio S.
One of several pretty good bars in the Vinings area. (The others are Marlow's Tavern, Meehan's Pub, and Tavern At Riverside) Decent live music on occasion. One gigantic TV screen. Respectable selection of beers. Food used to be great for a pub but menu changed in '07 and food just decent since. What these Vinings bars have in common is that they are all nice and clean and have good TVs. Crowd is more OTP. Lots of people who just got out of college. Those that are a little older are almost identical to the Buckhead crowd. Basically, places that might be culturally lacking, but doesn't change the fact that they are very comfortable places to relax in and watch sports or to hit on cute young guys and girls. They have a cute little patio but wouldn't let me smoke cigar there. : ( I don't live in Vinings anymore and have no reason to go here. But pretty good place vis-a-vis similar establishments.
(3)Dana T.
Best sports bar in Vinings hands down. The staff is helpful fun and courteous. Even when their swamped they are always polite and there to serve. Likewise The food is amazingly good for a a venue of this size. Best of all they add sound for the "BIG" game when you would really want to hear it, and will accommodate your game request if they can. Great place and really decent prices.
(4)Stuart W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
(3)Adam T.
I tried something spicy and I blacked out! The next think I know I'm in a Bangkok emergency room missing half my organs! Other than that it was okay.
(3)Austin J.
Padriac's has the distinct honor of being my 100th review...wooohooo! This is a cool restaurant to hit up with you friends. We've always sat on the patio and found it to be a great meeting place to laugh and reconnect. Definitely the coolest perk is that on Thursdays they give you free glasses with every beer purchase. Thus if you just moved into a new apartment or something and you need to stock up on some cool glassware, Padriac's is an excellent choice. The service rocks, we never had a moment where we needed anything that wasn't preempted by our waitress. The food's great as well, tons of great apps to choose from if you're hanging out with friends after work. Check them out for a solid restaurant experience if you're in the area.
(4)Michael T.
Padriac's is a place I need to visit more often... It has a nice variety of dishes (burgers, chicken, salads, pasta) and they all seem to have a creative and unique flair. They have an extensive beer list, and all at pretty good prices. Padriac's is great for lunch and perfect for after-work drinks on the patio.
(4)S W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
(3)Queenie D.
It is sad to see a place that we enjoyed once to get such an appalling review compared from the last time.. and all because of the SERVICE. Whoever waited on us was slow... really slow... I mean so slow we must have stayed an extra 45 minutes to an hour waiting on our waitress to come back to our table. That is a looong time folks to not have service. I am so upset with this restaurant I almost dont want to write a review. So to keep in simple: Not only was our waitress slow, but when we told her that we are going to use Yelp coupon (courtesy of my parents buying it for us as gifts since we enjoyed the last visit here so much), she ROLLED HER EYES and told us we cannot use it on the same table. FIRST OF ALL: there is NOTHING on the agreement that says it can only be used for one table only. SECOND: If you do not know how to use a product that is promoted by the company you are working for, DO NOT GET AN ATTITUDE. Simply tell the customer you will check on it, and WALK AWAY. and please do come back in a timely manner. Rolled her eyes??! For those of you who knows, I almost got Madea on her! Anyways, so there. Dear Management: Please find better employees. The one who understands your promotions, and doesn't get attitude. PS: It was a coupon for twenty bucks. It said minimum purchase of 20 bucks. WE HAVE DONE THESE COUPON-THING A MILLION TIMES. And she comes back, once again with attitude, and tells us that there needs to be at least one dollar difference to charge the credit card. Since our total was $20.25. I was already forced to buy an extra beer, and I told her I do not want any more food. She gives me this "dumb" stare until I told her to go ahead and charge a dollar FOR NOTHING just so that we can get the hell out of this place. She comes back and gives us a receipt for $2. Now, I dont mind $1.75, but $1.75 FOR NOTHING on a restaurant and a server that was rude, and on the other check they also added some more change on it.. SERIOUSLY GUYS? I said a buck. and not 1.75 ... I was already forced to purchase an extra beer to go over 20 bucks (when in the agreement it doesnt say you have to go over 20 bucks..on other deals you just lose the difference) but this waitress forced us to go over what we wanted to spend. Driving home became a dilemma because I cant drive well in Atlanta and my hubby had to drink that extra beer ... and we were still over charged. I feel bad for leaving a 15% tip.... this one shouldve been a stiff.
(1)Mikee R.
This is a bar. A bar with sub par food. I am thinking they should take away the menu and just focus on drinks. I ordered the meatloaf. Yuck! It was the oldest two chunks of meat laying around out back. All of the ketchup in the world would not make it taste better. Absolutely not baked fresh that day or even yesterday. How about the mashed potatoes? They weren't even fresh. They were made today, but not recently. I think the potato was softer before it was cooked and mashed. The corn on the cobb was the best part of the meal. Farm fresh and cooked perfectly. The drinks were right. But then how can you really screw up beer and water?
(2)Nancy C.
Was there on St. Patrick's Day...not a good idea! It was super crowded, full of people dressed in green with hats and celebratory spirits, watching the NCAA basketball game [I was too]. Walked in, there was no one to seat us even though I saw several waitresses/hostesses walk by...nonchalant look on their faces. Took us about 5 minutes to get someone's attention, and another 10 to get an empty table...After that, our waitresses was nice and friendly about getting our order in and bringing drinks first. We were expecting a full menu, but since it was holiday, they limited the menu to 6-8 items only with St. Patrick's Day/Irish themes :( I ordered an Irish Car Bomb [drink] and some kind of Irish Soup with beef and potatoes, it was pretty delicious :) My friend ordered a burger and coke, I think it was okay. During our meal, it was of course, super loud/noisy atmosphere and the doors were open at the entrance and back to the patio/deck tables. That wasn't so great because there were people smoking outside right by the doors, and the smoke would get in and everything basically smelled like smoke - my soup didn't taste so great then. We had to wait about 15-20 minutes to get the attention of our waitress to bring the check, she was off busy or who knows? We were in a hurry to go somewhere else, it really shouldn't take that long if she was paying attention after we finished our food and sat with empty plates/bowls/drinks. Overall, a decent place - go if you like pubs/bars, not if you want a restaurant or attentive service on busy days.
(3)Katherine A.
This is a chill place to spend a Sunday afternoon for a Falcon's game, or to partake in bottomless mimosas. If you are looking for something nicer than American 'pub' food or something unique, then I would skip it. However, you will receive friendly service while snagging a drink at a decent price.
(3)Kathleen M.
We stopped in to Padriac's late on a Monday because we wanted a bite and saw the Yelp deal on the handy Yelp app. $10 for $20 worth of goodies? Yeah, we can do that. Trivia had just ended, the Braves game was on (loudly), and we settled in to a gigantic booth. The waitress was super perky and greeted us and recited the specials for the evening. I was pleased to see they had Red Stripe Light for a mere $3: hooray! The menu is upscale bar food with nicer than normal options, like the tomato caprese salad I chose. It was fine, pretty much what you expect at a bar. My man's gouda tots looked, um, fried. A little bit of a hiccup when we went to use the Yelp deal. We had paid, waitress had taken our money, written down the code, and then came back and said we had to spend at least $30 to redeem it. What the what? There was absolutely nothing in the deal's terms and conditions that mentioned a minimum tab. We reluctantly ordered another round at the waitress' suggestion, as she said it'd cover it. Well, turns out we were still $3 short, and knowing I'd likely not be back here to use the deal at a later date, we paid for $3 worth of air. Awesome. I'm really leaning toward a 2 here due to the Deal issues, but I know that's not commonplace. Just be wary if you're planning on using one.
(3)Charlie B.
If you live near this place I can definitely see coming here for a drink or two after work or to watch a game. We came here after having already had desert (pinkberry FTW!) and popped in for a drink and something to nosh on. My date had a salad and I had some potato Gouda balls (which were fried, cheesy and delicious). Lots of TVs, alcohol, bar food, cute servers, drink specials, comfy booths, its a good place if you're sick of places like taco mac. A word of warning, we had an issue with the $10 for $20 yelp coupon, so be sure to let them know you have it and that there aren't any stipulations for using it. As this is covered in someone else's review already I will leave it at that, but I probably won't be back due to the issue we had. Id give this place a 2.5 if I could (can we make that happen yelp?), but I can't so 2 it is.
(2)Josh B.
Burger and fries are great. Used the yelp $10 for $20 deal. I would definitely come back
(4)Britters B.
I bought the Yelp deal a while back and checked this place out with a friend for lunch. Decent selection for lunch and nice service. If I were in the area again, I would go back :)
(4)GenerXdad D.
i went during the day a couple of times to watch the world cup and it was cool
(3)Foodie T.
If you're looking for a laid back, cool place to "hang out" that just happens to have excellent food then this is the place. If you go once it'll quickly become a tradition. They have pint nights and trivia nights. Every time I've been it's been a little different but I always have a good time and it's nice that they have a late night menu. Those can be hard to find in this town. Especially good ones.
(5)Karen C.
Third time at Padriac's and I order the Buffalo Shrimp EVERY time! The Crab Mac & Cheese are bomb! My last visit the waitress recommended the Lobster Tacos. I wasn't impressed. I wish I would've gotten the Buff Shrimp as a meal instead. Other than that, the menu really isn't that appealing to me since my diet is limited to seafood. I order straight from the apps. Something funny happened the last time we were there. The hubs ordered Lemon Pepper wings and he asked the waitress "please make them really lemony peppery" That's exactly what he got and had the nerves to complain LOL He thought the cooks were trying to be funny. He stated that the first time he ordered the wings with lemon pepper, they were just sprinkled on there. Too funny. I'll prob take a visit for lunch one day this week.
(4)Sam L.
This is a standard pub up in the Cumberland/Vikings/Smyrna/whatever you want to call it area. They show all sporting events and will change the TV nearest to you in most cases. There is nothing special about it - they've got good service, regular bar/grill food, and a parking lot. Also, they are really cheap. I had 3 pitchers of beer and 2 entrees with a friend and it was $40. That's cheap as hell when considering the prices I normally pay in midtown. I shall return!
(3)Sam M.
I was told this place is more of a local drinking spot that it is known for it's food. Unfortunately, all of what I was told was true, however I needed to check for myself. My gf and I stopped here after picking me up from a long flight back from San Antonio as it was one of the only places open around the area. The place had a small crowd of folks who looked like they just finished playing in their sports league. Upon entering, you can tell this place is a little worn, and their advertisements for a wide variety of specials and promotions such as trivia. It reminded me of the best local college bar a town could offer but without the douchebaggery. I must admit that is was clean despite showing some age. As for the food, it left something to be desired. The fries I had with my burger were the best part of my meal as I reluctantly ate my burger indecisively, telling myself it was better than it really was. I'm pretty sure is was one of those pre-frozen burgers that you serve during a summer BBQ just by the way it looked and tasted. At least a cold Blue Moon helped me wash it down. My gf had tenders that were serviceable, yet uninspiring for casual bar fare. Our server was attentive, and did a standard job as the night went out. We both left considering whether we should have went somewhere else or ate something different. The place has potential however it seems satisfied getting a C+ and it shows.
(3)MacLean H.
Reeks of cigarettes, desperation, and despair. Like "Cheers," but in desperate need of oxygen tanks, antidepressants, and cosmetic surgery. I was studiously ignored by the staff, who could tell I didn't fit in by virtue of my self respect and lack of emphysema. After it became clear that I wasn't going to get served, I walked out without ever having been so much as greeted hello. I can't help but think their rudeness a blessing: no way could anything coming it of there be sanitary.
(1)Jane V.
The atmosphere is very inviting and a great place to spend an evening with friends. My first time in on a Friday evening that had live music. Not a band only a singer and his guitar. I must say he should be out on tour and not in a local establishment. I do not know his name since I am visiting friends in the area. This was July 17th for those locals that my know who I am referring to. Awesome, unique voice one could listen to for hours. The atmosphere, the service, and entertainment top notch, but the food we ordered not so much. I saw many burgers go by and thought that may have been a much better choice. We ordered two sets of the chicken tacos, chicken enchilada, and the Gouda tots. The tots were good but one definitely needed the ranch or other dipping sauce since eating them as they were seemed quite dry. The chicken tacos were made on a double layer of corn tortillas, some chicken and a lot of finely chopped lettuce, tomato, little avocado and a bowl of spicy salsa on the side. We had to ask for sour cream which made it much better. They were nothing to write home about. The enchilada seemed quite small in comparison to other restaurants for the price and also not a dish that stood out. These dishes were good but I would recommend trying something else.
(3)Travis R.
Good deals on beer, good exotic food, and good times! Loved the calamaris, so exotic!
(5)Jade C.
Just regular american bar. Food is ok and service is ok. Nothing special. Asian chicken salad is a little too salty for my liking. I didn't really try other dishes in the menu so I don't know how good other dishes are. They do have pretty good environment to talk and you get your food pretty fast. If you have a business lunch, I would recommend this place.
(3)Edward L.
This is a heaven for happy hour after work if you live in the Vinings area. I work across the street, so it's easy to get to and I can avoid 285 which can get a little hectic after 5pm. Padriac's isn't very loud or that crowded. The parking lot here is pretty awful though. If you can find parking, the experience is worth it for this price range. There is trivia here one day of the week, but I can't remember which day that is. I usually miss the trivia night, but that is OKAY, because I still have a good time! The food is typical tavern food. The beer menu is pretty large and they have daily specials! The service is fast yet effective. I would highly suggest Padriac's for an after work spot!
(4)Alayne H.
Decided to check out this Bills bar on football Sunday. I didn't know how crowded it would get so arrived 30 minutes before the game started. There was basically no one there. This worked in my favor as I was able to get a seat at the bar in front of the big TV. Kim was the bartender and provided great service. Closer to game time, people started rolling in and she kept her efficiency. They have several beer specials - not sure if all the time or just during games. As far as food, I ordered the Rueben sandwich with a side of pasta salad. Both were excellent! I'm sure I'll be back.
(3)Lilly Y.
I wasn't impressed and am confused as to what their concept is: Irish or regular restaurant? I've driven by Padriac's tons of times going to the Publix across the street, but haven't stopped in until this past weekend. We were looking for a smaller place to watch a football game, and Padriac's seemed to be off-the-radar enough for us to get seats and some food. We managed to find a spot at the bar with a decent view of the TV. This was after we waited awkwardly by the abandoned hostess stand. Apparently, they don't have a hostess (or didn't that night) and I probably waited 10 minutes for an already busy server to acknowledge me. Either have a full time hostess, or get rid of the stand/sign altogether. Anyway, we sat at the bar and had mediocre service. The bartenders seemed to have a lot of regulars they were fond of, and were just blah with everyone else. No enthusiasm, just going through the motions. Granted, the bar was crowded and the two girls were working hard serving everyone during a pretty major prime time college football game, but still. They didn't seem happy to encounter anyone who wasn't one of their regulars. After we got some beer (reasonably priced, by the way), I ordered a Chicken Caesar Salad to offset the pizza we had earlier that day, and boyfriend had chicken tacos. The salad was good, and exactly what I'd expect for a CCS. Except for it had some weird tomatoes on it. The menu description says "roasted tomatoes" but they were this funky gray/brown color and didn't look appetizing at all. Boyfriend enjoyed his tacos, and they pile enough toppings on there for four tacos instead of two. We could have split them if we wanted to. The rest of the menu seemed really random: meatloaf, burgers, wings, chicken cordon bleu (that's not breaded), and other stuff. I was under the impression that Padriac's is an Irish bar, but the menu has nothing Irish on it. And the decor isn't Irish, just random sports bar stuff in a dark, heavy restaurant. I'm just really confused as to what this place is supposed to be. Also, some prices are a little high in my opinion. Oh, and their "Gulf Coast Fish Bites" aren't made with Gulf seafood. It's a misnomer and should be renamed or taken off the menu. Blasphemy to name something after the Gulf Coast without making sure it's somewhat authentic. Overall, I wasn't impressed and probably won't be back. I'll be in the area for Einstein's or Willy's, but don't anticipate coming back to Padriac's. The only thing that saved this place was their smoke-free interior.
(2)Elizabeth S.
Just had lunch a bit ago...pretty empty but hostess seemed offended that I didn't want to sit in the bar. Food was ok but a pretty limited menu...not very well seasoned. The pasta in the house pasta salad was overcooked and mushy.
(3)Matt S.
I'm pretty happy with my dinner here. I had the teriyaki salmon with sticky rice and grilled veggies. For the price, it was really good. Service was fast and attentive. They had a good beer selection. All around, a decent restaurant.
(4)Elizabeth S.
Oh My Goodness. The Lobster Nachos. Those amazing Lobster Nachos. Plus, the atmosphere is great. It's not divey nor is it pretentious- it's a perfect mix of people. Whether you're out for Irish car bombs or just a casual meal, I would definitely recommend Pads.
(5)Thomas D.
One of the best neighborhood bars around the area of Vinings, GA. I've been going here for years. Best food items if you're willing the pay the price is the pork chops. They have a great late night menu after 10pm. They have live music which is fun if it is not too loud. Every night they have different drink specials, and during lunch they may have a special or two. The bartenders are some of the best around as well. Great local feel.
(4)David M.
Great service, beer list is awesome, wine list very nice and food excellent w very reasonable pricing. This place is awesome!
(5)Angie B.
Manager is very rude! We asked for him to put a game on and he told us no and he does not care of we come back. I have lived here a long time and have always come here and supported this place but his attitude just changed that.
(1)Christy M.
I dropped in at Padriac's on a lazy Saturday afternoon for a casual lunch. The place was a ghost town at about 1:30, which might be a bad sign. But the bar area at least seemed to have some folks hanging out, so we grabbed a couple of stools. We started off by taking advantage of the $6 pitcher special...can't remember what the beer was but it wasn't a super cheap one, so it was a decent deal. The bartenders were excellent, personable and interesting. I definitely think sitting at the bar was the right choice based on their personalities. Service was ok, nothing exceptional, but they were fun to hang out with while we ate. Lunch was pretty basic, they have lots of sandwich options and some soups and salads as well. I was really hoping for a classic turkey club but since that wasn't up for grabs, I opted for a Cuban wrap instead. My friend got the Rueben, and we both had a big pile of fries on the side. The sandwiches were alright. Again, nothing amazing, but solid. The fries were just so-so, a little too chewy for my taste. This was a fine, reasonably priced stop in for a non-fast food lunch. I'd go back if I were in the area and looking for something basic.
(3)Steve B.
It is a cool pub for what it is. Location right off 285 in Vinings. The service is spotty, either hit or miss. Mostly miss. I love the lobster nachos appetizer. Very on point. Their burger is very good and have a decent beer selection. The menu is more than what you bargain for on a pub. They have live music (if you want to count the guy playing a guitar). The customers that visit are cool. Mix of both men and women mingling, hanging out with friends. Small room altogether but cool if you're in the area just to catch up with friends, hang out, have some food, watch the game. Grade: C
(3)Ernie U.
My neighborhood standby for a bar. I've been going here 10+ yrs. Always friendly staff, good food and decent draft beer selection.
(3)Mick D.
I went to Padriac's for the Monday night trivia thing. I was expecting regular bar/pub fare. Boy, was I surprised! There are two menus here, the bar fare I expected is on a "late menu." But there's another menu with a selection of slightly more "upscale" dining options on it. And that had all my attention. It was a busy night, but that didn't stop staff from being polite, and helping our team get comfortable seats in preparation for the aforementioned trivia thing. Placing an order took some time, but staff made some really good recommendations, and looked after our every need. I must say, everyone at the table seemed really happy with their food. The burgers looked good. My friends and I shared some of the Gouda Tots. (These do more closely resemble hush-puppies, but they were indeed tasty.) I then had a dish which instantly transported me back to New Orleans, reminding me of a Crawfish Fra Diavolo dish I once had there. Based on server recommendation, I had Padriac's Jambalaya Pasta (grilled chicken, andouille, crawfish, peppers and onions, tossed in a Cajun cream sauce). Man, they really knocked it out of the park with that dish! I can see why it's a best seller. Or trivia team missed first place by two points. But we'll be back, both to see if we can prevail in trivia, and to enjoy some more of that delicious Jambalaya Pasta. Holler if you're coming with.
(4)Taraneka S.
Hot mama shrimp all amazing!!!! Oh my goodness. And the cheese fries just took the cake! Yummy!
(5)Bridget P.
Stopped in here last night as a dinner and beer spot after arriving in town for work. The place is very clean and welcoming, nicely decorated and has a nice large patio that quite a few patrons were taking advantage of when i stopped by. I sat at the bar and was immediately greeted by a friendly bartender (Liz?) who gave me a run down of the specials and then helped me find the local brews that they were featuring as well. I ended up trying a few local beers - Sweetwater, Red Hare and Terrapin which were all really great, especially the Terrapin Rye. It was awesome. I ordered the Gouda tater tots or balls as an app and started watching the hockey game on the giant TV in fron to me - when they8 came they were less like a tot and more like fried mashed potato which wasnt the texture i was hoping for - but they were tasty nonetheless. The Chicken Ceasar salad i ordered was great - fresh grilled chicken on top for only 8 bucks. The bartender always checked on me despite how busy she was back there on martini night and overall i was really impressed. Would visit again for sure.
(4)Susan J.
Great food and prices. Parking isn't good though.
(4)Suzy S.
Salmon entree was amazing! We also tried the pulled pork lettuce wraps. Go to trivia on Monday nights with Andre. Great service and atmosphere.
(5)Rhonda M.
Wow, I must have gone on a good night because I didn't have any of the problems that everyone else mentioned. We went on Fri night and had an opportunity to experience the 1 man band "John Amoroso". John alone made my 1st time visit to Padriac's most enjoyable. So enjoyable we're planning to go back to hear him perform Feb 15th. We ordered 3 apps and 2 out of 3 were outstanding. You must try the crab, artichoke, and spinach dip. It was the best I've had and I like that they opted to serve bread instead of chips. The fish bites were excellent as well with a light batter and spicy dip to give it just the right complement. The cajun shrimp was good as well but I would say it was our least favorite. It was good but not great. We cashed in on the $10 for $20 Yelp deal with absolutely no problems at all. So I think all of the people who complained about using the deal were heard because it was a flawless experience for us. I would definitely go back again and I recommend not being discouraged from some of the bad reviews here. Give 'em a chance.
(4)Kat W.
Went in and sat at the bar for a beer and it was entirely pleasant. Went back the next week for a meal and wished I hadn't. The service was molasses. The food was not great (we ordered burgers medium and they came beyond well). Shoulda gone to 5 Guys and then had a beer here after.
(2)Steve M.
Great food and awesome beer selection on tap. You can't go wrong with this place. Just make sure if there is live music that you don't sit near the door as it can get pretty loud there. That's about the only negative I can think of with Padriac's. Order the lobster nachos and you won't be disappointed!
(4)Holly C.
Great place to watch a game and/or grab a drink. Went on a Friday night for dinner and there was no wait. Was not impressed with the Gouda Tots, but we did enjoy the Boneless Pork Chops very much. The portion was large enough to share and we still had leftovers to take home!
(3)Kimberly J.
I always have a good time at Padriac's. I used my Yelp deal yesterday and had no problems at all. The lobster nachos are the BEST!
(4)Carrie Neal W.
I have a soft spot for Padriac's. Various nights out in my 20s with the gang, a good friend who met her now-husband there, one particularly memorable lunch with my best-ever boss after we lost a sale. Yes, it can be a very frat-tastic place, but it's still solid in my book. Good bar-type food, from the chicken soup to the sandwiches. Fries are mostly average, of that thicker-cut variety that brings some a little chewy and others over-done. Service is generally ok, especially if it's nice and you can sit on the patio, or if you sit at the actual bar. I'm not over in Smynings that often, but it's a solid spot when I am.
(3)Shane H.
I've loved this place for over 12 years now. Always a fun time and the food is great too. Love it
(5)Dmitry D.
Had a bad experience with the server here once. It was enough to stop me from going... however, the call of Yelp coupon is just a tad bit stronger than the bad experience so I came back for another try. I ordered that half baked chicken with mashed potatoes and boiled carrots. Its pretty good. The chicken is baked nicely and the mashed potato was good as well.. I did not care about the boiled carrots... I actually didnt eat them. My other half bought burger and fries and that was a tad bit better than mediocre. The ambiance is ok as well. Nothing too impressive. This place is a small hole in the wall place that I imagine a lot of business people around the area come by and grab a drink from. All in all it is a-ok. If you are around the area and is hungry, sure, stop by and try the baked chicken... but other than that, there's really nothing much to really come here specifically for...
(3)Ana G.
This place is not bad at all....honestly I really wasn't expecting much from it but I was pleasantly surprised. Hannah C. and I went here after a concert on a Friday night to have a drink or two along with an appetizer before we called it a night. When we came in I was really surprised about just how many people there were here...they really had a good crowd going (mostly the fratty type if you ask me). They also had a band playing a lot of 90s covers, and a couple of dance-able songs here and there....they were not bad, but I have heard better (maybe they have bad acoustics?). I was also pleasantly surprised to see a decent beer menu...they had a pretty good selection of draft and bottle beers. I decided to go with a Hoegarden go accompany the calamari that we had ordered. Our beers were served quickly and not much longer our huge appetizer arrived. The calamari order had fried okra as well as fried jalapenos on the side (I'm not a fan of the heat). The okra was actually pretty good, and the calamari were pretty decent, but I will say that they were very, very greasy. Maybe they should have fried them in hotter oil? Anyway, they were still tasty, especially with the sauce that was served with it. I believe it was vinegar based....very, very good! Overall our experience here was very good.....until random drunk guys started bugging us to dance, which we declined but apparently they didn't get message....we actually ended leaving because of those douches, prob should have complained to the bouncer but oh well.... Anyway, ladies just make sure you go with a big group or with a guy so that horny drunkards don't become annoyances but rather spectacles. #365Yelp 39/365
(3)Bryant M.
This was a great place to stop and get a drink. Pleasant atmosphere and great late-night food.
(4)Jang C.
If you're young, single and want a nice place to drink and mingle; this place is decent for you. If you want to go get something to eat, this place is NOT the place to go. I'm old and married. And I didn't come here to drink and mingle. We were hungry and wanted a new place to eat dinner, unfortunately we decided to come here. They have a very limited yet expensive food menu. The food tastes bad. Really bad. In fact, I never thought something can be too spicy and too bland at the same time. My wife had a similar experience with her food. I was so disappointed. Normally, I would finish what is put in front of me. But this was probably the first time I just wanted to just stop eating and leave. We wanted get out of this place so fast. Also, we spent around $35 on our meals. That did not justify the quality of food we just ate. We could've went to Willy's next door and had a more satisfying meal for half the price. For hanging out and drinks, this place might not be bad. For food, head somewhere else. I was going to give it 1 star, but I didn't think that would be completely fair because this place is more of a drinking establishment than a restaurant.
(2)Gabrielle J.
Since I went here and didn't have a lick of alcohol, I think I did myself a disservice. Apparently, drinking alcohol must make the food taste better. It was, in fact, bar food. Chicken fingers, fries... I was surprised to see gnocci on here, which wasn't half bad. If you want to go for a drink then I would imagine this'll be the place for you. If you're 12 weeks in to AA meetings, skip this joint and hit up Chick Fil A across the street.
(2)Dio S.
One of several pretty good bars in the Vinings area. (The others are Marlow's Tavern, Meehan's Pub, and Tavern At Riverside) Decent live music on occasion. One gigantic TV screen. Respectable selection of beers. Food used to be great for a pub but menu changed in '07 and food just decent since. What these Vinings bars have in common is that they are all nice and clean and have good TVs. Crowd is more OTP. Lots of people who just got out of college. Those that are a little older are almost identical to the Buckhead crowd. Basically, places that might be culturally lacking, but doesn't change the fact that they are very comfortable places to relax in and watch sports or to hit on cute young guys and girls. They have a cute little patio but wouldn't let me smoke cigar there. : ( I don't live in Vinings anymore and have no reason to go here. But pretty good place vis-a-vis similar establishments.
(3)Dana T.
Best sports bar in Vinings hands down. The staff is helpful fun and courteous. Even when their swamped they are always polite and there to serve. Likewise The food is amazingly good for a a venue of this size. Best of all they add sound for the "BIG" game when you would really want to hear it, and will accommodate your game request if they can. Great place and really decent prices.
(4)Stuart W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
(3)Adam T.
I tried something spicy and I blacked out! The next think I know I'm in a Bangkok emergency room missing half my organs! Other than that it was okay.
(3)Austin J.
Padriac's has the distinct honor of being my 100th review...wooohooo! This is a cool restaurant to hit up with you friends. We've always sat on the patio and found it to be a great meeting place to laugh and reconnect. Definitely the coolest perk is that on Thursdays they give you free glasses with every beer purchase. Thus if you just moved into a new apartment or something and you need to stock up on some cool glassware, Padriac's is an excellent choice. The service rocks, we never had a moment where we needed anything that wasn't preempted by our waitress. The food's great as well, tons of great apps to choose from if you're hanging out with friends after work. Check them out for a solid restaurant experience if you're in the area.
(4)Michael T.
Padriac's is a place I need to visit more often... It has a nice variety of dishes (burgers, chicken, salads, pasta) and they all seem to have a creative and unique flair. They have an extensive beer list, and all at pretty good prices. Padriac's is great for lunch and perfect for after-work drinks on the patio.
(4)S W.
Nice bar with good quality food, and it's very poplar after work for the Vinings crowd. This is definitely not my favorite Irish pub, since I am always looking for the more NYC style pubs with warm, dark decor. They would make me happier if they had a larger draft beer selection. All in all, not a bad bar/restaurant.
(3)Malika B.
Good for meeting friends after work, it has a great selection of beers at reasonable prices. The decor is very similar to nearby bars Meehans and Marlowe's - dark wood and dim lighting. As far as the food goes, they are creaetive with their dishes. I love the Latin flair to their dishes (think spices like chipotle and cilantro). Much more than typical bar food, I love the Steak Tostada appetizer and their peach glazed pork. Just writing this is making my mouth water! Once caveat: Parking is crazy here. They have waaaay too many stores for the amount of parking. And so many lazy people like to park near the curb making it difficult to get in and out. Do yourself a favor and park next door in the hotel parking lot and walk over.
(4)Allen B.
its a cool place if you are not cdx or industry dont bother! They cater to both of these and the coupon is a rip off here on yelp. They are not happy if you use it and I have had the same issues as everyone else here. The first time it was a fun place but once you see their true service colors avoid at all costs. Service is slow, and you would have a better experience at Chick Filet as suggested by an earlier reviewer.
(1)Jose P.
I like Padriac, it's probably one of my favorite bars in the area (we don't have many good ones). Pros: Nice atmosphere - dim lit. Nice layout of T.V.s Great for dates or football Good live music Food is pretty good and usually healthy Nice people Cons: Parking, especially on a busy night. Expensive - both food and drinks... dinner is about 15 a dish
(4)Mack L.
This is the first time I've eaten at Padriacs and the experience was great. I've always heard they had good burgers and they certainly do. The service was good as always and the beer specials were a treat. As others have mentioned parking blows but hey you can't have everything! Definitely a great place to keep in the rotation for drinks and even dinner now.
(4)Joe M.
A good stop anytime. Menu is just the right mix of standard and adventurous. Solid selections at the bar. A good choice for the informal or comfortable outing.
(4)Tinzley B.
The BEST Sour Apple Martina in the land of alcohol haven't tried the food yet but the environment is great for large groups who wanna hang after work or just a small group of friends. Had a fun time here.
(4)Alicia W.
First off i'd say the 4 stars is for goin in the evenings/ night and not during the day for lunch. At night or after work the crowd gathers here to unwind, meet up and socialize with new and current friends, and to play a little golf on the arcade. You get your draft beer and you just unwind with good company. Great feeling! During the day when i've been, it's only been us and the bartender at lunch time. We both had cheeseburgers and fries and honestly Mcdonalds could have done better, and I don't even like Mcdonalds so that says alot. I would recommend checking it out in the evenings; Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays are good nights to go. It has an old school pub feel to it, the bathrooms are clean, but you've gotta have alot of patience if your standing up because service at the bar can take a minute due to how crowded it can become and you'll always have someone bumping into you. It's not always a bad thing. lol It's a good place to go though. Many enjoyable evenings there with friends.
(4)Kelly I.
Stopped in on a drive down to Orlando from Chicago. Wonderful beer selection, I had a local IPA that was really good. My fiancé and I split lobster nachos for dinner. They were Layered nicely with a decent amount of lobster. There was an outdoor seating area as well. I'd definitely come back on my next pass through Atlanta.
(4)Hannah C.
If you want a good place to hang out and get wasted with your frat-boy buds and big-boobed sorority chicks, this is it. If you want to eat...skip it. There wasn't anything on the menu that really interested me. I finally decided on the fish salad (which turned out to be some pre-frozen salmon chunks, mixed greens, and tomatoes...that's it). I was craving an appetizer, but hubby was there to keep my diet in check, so I skipped the queso dip or $17 lobster nachos. At first, I anguished over not having my sinfully precious fatty goodness, but after we got our meals, it was clear that we were lucky to have missed the opportunity to overspend on food that ranks "Meh" at best. Yeah, if you're going out for happy hour and think that you might wanna eat while you're there, here's some friendly advice from this simi-picky peanut gallery: 1) spare yourself the trouble and eat a Willy's first or something...or even Chik-fil-a across the street, OR 2) get so drunk that you don't know what you're tasting after you order it. Food-wise: Not impressed. But they always seem to have fun events and drink specials going on every night of the week. Tonight, we just happened to stumble upon Guitar Hero night...costumes included. So, it was pretty entertaining to watch these guys take it so seriously. Not as entertaining as say, UFC , but it was funny to watch after downing a $3 Sam Adams (yay for beer)! I also read that Wednesday nights they have live music and $5 martinis for da ladies (love me some martinis)...I'd be willing to check it out. All in all, there is a 69% chance that I won't be running back, as I'm not your typical bar-fly, and even if I were, this experience solidifies that my heart belongs to Marlow's. But the servers at Padriac's are really pretty, so if you wanted to check it out, I wouldn't blame you! ;) Hamster sayz: 2.666 stars.
(3)Kristine D.
Service was fast, beer selection is good. Great place to watch sports. Very affordable.
(4)Matt T.
Supposedly this is the "it" spot in Vinings and it certainly was busy enough for a Saturday night, but it didn't seem like anything special to me. I had the burger, which was pretty good; of course it's hard to screw up a hamburger. My date had the chicken enchilada, which she devoured. All in all, it's not bad...but not great either.
(3)Megan B.
Came here a while back with my significant other to use a restaurant.com certificate. We had to spend $50 I think, and we went during lunch - it was a LOT of food for us. The price points are quite high, but the portions are large. We found everything to be good, average really. The calamari had okra in it, which I think is awesome. The service was friendly and quick. Lots of tvs, comfortable booths and awkward tables in the middle. I've never been here at night, and since the prices go way up, I don't expect I ever will.
(3)Shica B.
We had a restaurant.com gift certificate for this spot we'd never tried, so after church yesterday, we went ahead and tried it out. Not sure when they open, but we must have arrived around 12:30ish. COMPLETLEY empty - sweet. We had the complete attention of the waitstaff and she was quite sweet & helpful. The restaurant.com certificate said that we had to order at least $35 worth of food. Usually, the problem is that you'll go way over the minimum, in this case, we had to figure out how to approach the total. The most expensive item on the menu was an appetizer of lobster nachos for $17. NOTHING else was even near close in the price. Since we had so much of a cushion, we decided to go for it. We found hat they have a half-order, so that helped greatly to get something else. The dude loves soup, so he had a bowl and was quite pleased, some chicken/ vegetable something. Said it tasted homemade. He got some pasta vegetable dish, I ordered the portabello burger and added some bacon to it after ruling out another really attractive sandwich. The nachos were HUGE, we were baffled that this was a half-order. Pretty tasty, glad that we tried it. Not really sure about the quality of the meat, though. I hope it wasn't fake. Then... I was stuffed. I couldn't eat another bite. Wish I could tell you about the sandwich, but I never took a bite, its in the fridge for my lunch today. I couldn't even muster up the strength to take a bite of his. I had a few nibbles on my fries, they were pretty tasty. I really liked it, service was great, the menu was expansive. They seem to be more of a bar than anything, though. We don't drink, so we'll stick with the after church non-crowd. The music was GREAT on the overhead speakers, some ol' school R&B. There are several TV's, they had sports and news showing. Parking for this lot is absolutely deplorable though. Confusing and confined, would not be surprised if there were a lot of little fender benders.
(4)Russ G.
Douchebag heaven. Being so close to Vinings, the patrons of this bar act like it, it's basically a fashion show of egomaniacal fratboys and their Paris Hilton wannabe girlfriends. That alone makes it absolutely miserable to go to, but add overpriced and watered down drinks into the mix and you've got a sad attempt at a 'too cool' place that's trying too hard. I prefer a bar, not a 'scene'. If you're still convinced, good luck parking closeby. You'll have to walk from the RiteAid next door or the Home Depot.
(1)Kyle A.
a great place to go to have a drink and a converstion.
(4)Adree O.
Padriacs is a cool little spot to go for drinks. Dark lighting inside, Cool little patio. Intimate little bar.
(4)Jonny P.
Great place to have/host a happy hour. We always order from the "bar food" menu. The wings and burgers are great. Also, try a half order of the lobster nachos. There are usually good music acts as well on Friday or Saturday. Parking can be a problem, so get there early.
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