Just got back from Dublin and miss it so randomly decided to go to McCarthy. The Irish coffee is so good, if you like Buena Vista Irish Coffee ask for 2 sugar cubes, it's Ireland Irish coffee level good. Love it. Good vibe. Good place to watch a game with friendly strangers. Food is from Franco's Latin Table ( also one of my favorite restaurant in West Portal). ☘️

No dart board, no pool table, lots of smoke in the room. $6 beers. Small typical dive bar. Tj's was better. Could have been years since it was open down the block.. Not too many places like it in the west portal hood... Except for philosophers club and its better too. Up by the muni station in uloa. Last thought. Beer was cold and fresh.

A real Irish Bar. If you are looking for a good pint and a shot of Irish Whiskey this is the place. The vibe was relaxed. It was the 23rd of December so I didn't expect to much. Only downside is hard liquor variety is limited. I will go back however
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10

Very nice. Eileen (sorry if I've misspelled your name) is very kind and attentive. The only things missing were some single Irish guys, though that's not the fault of the bar. Overall very clean and a relaxed atmosphere. Drinks are pretty good, and not overpriced.
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$20–30

This is a neighborhood Irish bar where locals gather to watch ball games in the city while enjoying a pint of Guinness away from the crowded SF. They serve popular Irish fairs from Franco's Latin table next door.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Food: 5
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4

We popped in a couple of times recently, and I enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere. Irene behind the bar is great to chat with. Her Irish accent is fully preserved even after decades here. She's charming and down to earth. Go visit her and have a brew or cocktail.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Can order from the Peruvian place next door has great food. Very "at home " feeling when you're here can't say enough good things. Definitely would visit again.
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Adobo Sliders

McCarthy's is a classic neighborhood pub with really great energy. Friendly bartenders, owner who treats her customers really well, puts out free food during 49er games. Great place to watch football games with friends while having some cold beers, I highly recommend this business

Nice bar with friendly staff. Don't do food but will let you send out.
Service
Delivery
Meal type
Brunch
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: No
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: No
Delivery: No
Curbside pickup: No

Giving this a 5 stars, cant comment on the food as I just came for the Guinness. If looking for a good of the black stuff, well this has to be on the list when you’re visiting San Francisco. I went to three pubs for the Guinness on my trip

Good mood, cozy, awesome beer and nice people. That's a good combination. The owner said his bar serves the best Guinness in town and yes, it was poured real good. It was just a pity they hadn't some craft beers.

Staff were extremely rude and ignorant. If you are looking to watch football (soccer) don't go to this bar as they don't show it …so called Irish bar ha!
Food: 1
Service: 1
Atmosphere: 1

Second visit Great brunch
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 4
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Avocado Toast
Vegetarian options
Avocado toast

Great Irish bar, with good beer menu. Fun atmosphere to hang out.
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Nice, local Irish Pub in the West Portal area of SF. We played the pipes for them on St. Patrick's day to thunderous applause and free Guinness. :-)

Honestly one of the best real Irish bars in SF also go to West Portal if you have not visited great exurbs for SF good restaurants and bookstore.

Seems pretty lively. I was at a nearby restaurant, dining outdoors, and enjoyed the music emanating from here. Must check it out sometime soon.

Brought a couple houseguests to the bar, they loved it, especially Dave (Bartender). We had some great laughs. Thx for a fun night!!

Nice quiet spot in West Portal area. Friendly atmosphere. Bartender is top notch. Can even catch some sports.

Great happy-hour drink prices. The bartenders are very nice . . . especially Danielle. Good, friendly crowd.

Such a lovely pub. We had A lovely time spending some of our honeymoon here! Thank you so much x

Absolutely delightful and friendly clientele and staff. And the Irish coffees rocked! …

Patrick was a gentleman, full of welcome to a fellow Gael and his other customers

Irish Bar in West Portal. Local spot to watch a Niner game or catch a Giants Game

Love this bar. Always feels like home because everyone is warm and welcoming.

Not an Irish bar, with bright lights and dirty glassware
Atmosphere: 1

Fantastic, friendly truly Irish bar with lovely staff and great atmosphere.

Good bar
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$30–50

Good bar, good bartender, delicious Guiness on very short tap lines

Nice location and good tap selection. Staff is less than friendly

Good drinks and friendly folks. Very cramped and crowded inside.

A friendly pub with good service. Glad to have happened upon it!

Nice Irish bar in West Portal. Friendly staff and good drinks.

Cool place to grab a beer. Nice bartender, very welcoming!

Great staff and friendly locals. A great neighbourhood bar

None of the staff members were wearing masks.Rude servers

Great location, friendly bartender, lots of character.

Friendly staff. This pub let's you bring in take out!

Great local
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Nice little place in West Portal. Check it out!

Always great to be at McCarthys. Wonderful bar.

Incredible staff! Always good craic!

Nice bartenders and friendly crowd.

COVID beeer garden patio in alley

Great bar with a good local crowd

2nd best gay bar in west portal!

Nice place to watch the game!!

Bring your dog, leash required

Good drinks but "Brrrrrr!!!"

Usual Irish pub. No food.

Great place. Great fun.

Awesome bartender

Great spot

Cool place

Very nice

Fun place

Fun