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BIDDY O’ MALLEY’ S NORTHVALE
BRADY’ S AT THE STATION RAMSEY
FROM TOP LEFT: KEVIN R. WEXLER; CARMINE GALASSO
NORTHVALE
BIDDY O’ MALLEY’ S IRISH BISTRO AND BAR 191 PARIS AVE., 201-564-7893 Apopular newcomer in Bergen County, owners Noel and Eileen“ Biddy” O’ Malley have brought ataste of County Clare to northeastern Bergen County. The menu features“ contemporary American with an Irish flair” including fish and chips, shepherd’ s pie and a“ full Irish” breakfast on Sunday. All food is cooked from scratch and can accommodate special dietary needs, including gluten-free beer.
POMPTON LAKES
THATCHER MCGHEE’ S 6WANAQUE AVE.,( 973) 839-3377 Guinness BBQ baby back ribs, shamrock cod and Irish meatloaf are among the popular ethnic fare you will find at this restaurant and sports bar. Plenty of TV screens so that you can watch the game while you enjoy your pub grub.
RAMSEY
BRADY’ S AT THE STATION 5-7 WEST MAIN ST., 201-327-9748 Brady’ s is the place“ where you’ re only astranger once” and boasts dining rooms and bars on two floors, a varied menu in addition to its traditional Irish fare, a popular late-night bar scene and darts tournaments. Irish specialties include bangers and mash, shepherd’ s pie and fish and chips; an Irish breakfast is served on Sundays. It is an ideal destination for all types of celebrations, events and parties, or for asmall group of friends looking to enjoy ameal and drink.
THE SHANNON ROSE 1200 ROUTE 17 NORTH, 201-962-7602 A traditional pub atmosphere and traditional Irish fare, including Guinness beef stew. There are 19 beers on tap at four bars, including Guinness, Harp and Smithwick’ s, in addition to scotch malts and Irish whiskeys. Also featured are live entertainment, televised sporting matches, and special events. Traditional Irish fare includes shepherd’ s pie, bangers and mash, Guinness beef stew, and Harp beer-battered fish and chips – all served with Irish soda bread.
RIDGEWOOD
MACMURPHY’ S 8GODWIN AVE., 201-444-0500 Casual eatery withaworking fireplace, popular among local residents, with traditional Irish fare as part of the regular menu, including shepherd’ s pie. Regular specials on draft beers attract young patrons for a bustling late-night scene.
TEANECK
THE COTTAGE BAR & RESTAURANT 178 CEDAR LANE, 201-692-0016 Irish-born proprietors John Dillon and Mickey Dawson offer a full Irish breakfast on weekends and claim to pour the“ best pint of Guinness in Bergen.” The friendly Irish bar has a full menu with daily lunch and dinner specials, along with 12 beers on tap. Patrons can partake in karaoke night every Wednesday, while sports fans can enjoy European and FIFA soccer or NFL Sunday Ticket on one of the eight plasma television screens. Irish specialties on the menu include bangers and mash, fish and chips, and atasty dish of sausage, baked beans and fries.
WAYNE
GRASSHOPPER TOO 26 ERIE AVE.,( 973) 696-9698 The Fitzpatrick family brings its customers highquality Irish dishes at reasonable prices. Favorites include corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash and shepherd’ s pie, all homemade.
WESTWOOD
P. J. FINNEGAN’ S 274 FAIRVIEW AVE., 201-664-7576 Winner of the“ Best of Bergen” 2014 award for Best Irish bar. The cozy space is filled with old-time sports memorabilia. Look for the Irish and American flags above the door. Patrons can enjoy traditional Irish pub fare like fish and chips and the justifiably famous shepherd’ s pie, as well as the enormously popular Dublin steak sandwich.
PEARL RIVER, N. Y.
T. F. NOONAN’ S 16 EAST CENTRAL AVE.,( 845) 735-6427 Pearl River locals say this pub is afave for Irish fare and everything in between.
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