Murphy's Grand Irish Pub

4.8

366 Reviews

$30 and under

European

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2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Charming
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

---- IF FOR SOME REASON, ALL RESERVATIONS SLOTS ARE GONE, PLEASE KNOW THAT WE ONLY ALLOW FOR 30% OF OUR ENTIRE RESTAURANT TO BE RESERVED AT ANY ONE TIME TO ALLOW ROOM FOR WALK-INS ----
Opened in 1978 and located in the heart of historic Old Town, Alexandria, Murphy's Grand Irish Pub is one of Alexandria's best-loved and most inviting restaurants. Murphy's offers an extensive menu and top-class traditional cuisine in the welcoming ambiance of its cozy settings.

A short 10-15-minute drive from the nation's capital, this landmark establishment is located at the main intersection in Old Town, King & Washington.

Today, the tradition of great food and drink remains as steadfast as when the doors first opened back in 1978

Murphy's has Live Irish Music seven nights a week and on weekends, on both floors.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
European, Irish, English
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
Phone number
(703) 548-1717
Website
http://www.murphyspub.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
With 40+ years of experience in catering to large groups, Murphy's has you covered. We have successfully hosted all types of events ranging from military wetting-downs, tour group dining, rehearsal dinners, retirement parties, fund-raising events, and even small group gatherings.
Private party contact
Luiza Madzharova: (703) 548-1717

Location
713 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Neighborhood
Old Town Alexandria
Cross street
King St and Washington St
Parking details
After 6pm parking in available outside the 700 block on a first come first serve basis. All side streets offer meter parking in addition to city parking garages.
Public transit
Metro - Blue and Yellow lines at King street Metro
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Washington, D.C. Area
Best Value
Washington, D.C. Area
Neighborhood gem
Washington, D.C. Area
Lively
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Best Value
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Kid-friendly
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Neighborhood gem
Virginia - DC Suburbs
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Murphy's Grand Irish Pub is a beloved spot in Alexandria, known for its "excellent breakfast" and "delicious brunch." Patrons rave about the "friendly and efficient" staff and "great service." The pub exudes a neighborhood charm with its cozy atmosphere and "wonderful evening" patio dining. While noise levels vary, the food consistently delights.

366 Reviews

R
Rosemary
VIP
Cincinnati
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had Sunday brunch and it was great. Glad we had made a reservation though as it was busy. Very reasonably priced food and good atmosphere. Enjoyed the music playlist too!
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Ed
VIP
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
cozy spot to watch football, hang out with friends...
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time at Murphy’s. Ambiance is cozy and warms the soul. The people are great!
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Nathan
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good atmosphere, good food, good drink, good times.
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Mike
VIP
Washington DC
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Place is an original gem of Old Town— always a great experience.
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Carol
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the Fish&Chips dinner, which was great. Flaky white fish, not fishy tasting, and the batter was crispy and perfect. I didn't even finish the tasty fries, there was plenty to eat. The Irish Stew was said to be Delicious! The bread was just the right compliment for it, and it was very filling. Two men had the Jameson New York steak. It was done perfectly to their satisfaction. The green beans were scrumptious, and the loaded potato yummy. We finished with some Irish Coffee that hit the spot 😋 The four of us were very happy with our meals. Our server, Dillon, was the best!
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Stacey
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brunch at Murphys is always delicious! Service is always wonderful. And the price is right probably the cheapest brunch on King Street. One person had the seafood omelette, which was delicious! Another had the Irish country breakfast, which was absolutely delicious. Eggs were cooked to perfection. And our third person had waffles and bacon, and they were terrific too.
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Mary
VIP
Washington DC
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great location and chill atmosphere. Well priced drinks. Food inexpensive but subpar. Appetizers are like defrosted appetizers from BJs with exception of tuna. French dip, salmon, and tuna entrees were fine. Steaks covered in salty tasteless gravy. Pulled pork incredibly dry. Hard to see how the kitchen could mess up so bad on such easy dishes. Good service and friendly hostess.
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Seth
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a reservation of 12. Table was ready when wet got there. Drinks were great, food was delicious. Great atmosphere.
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Brian
South Dakota
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent crab cakes and a good pint of Guinness.
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FAQs

Murphy's Grand Irish Pub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 548-1717.

Murphy's Grand Irish Pub is rated 4.8 stars by 366 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

713 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Additional information

Cross street
King St and Washington St
Neighborhood
Old Town Alexandria
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 am Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
European, Irish, English
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
After 6pm parking in available outside the 700 block on a first come first serve basis. All side streets offer meter parking in addition to city parking garages.
Public transit
Metro - Blue and Yellow lines at King street Metro
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.murphyspub.com/
Phone number
(703) 548-1717
Private party facilities
With 40+ years of experience in catering to large groups, Murphy's has you covered. We have successfully hosted all types of events ranging from military wetting-downs, tour group dining, rehearsal dinners, retirement parties, fund-raising events, and even small group gatherings.
Private party contact
Luiza Madzharova: (703) 548-1717

Murphy's Grand Irish Pub

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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What 366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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