Claddagh Irish Pub

Our meals were very good. The server was very good. Sitting near the fireplace was very cozy.

Food is just like home, The service is great. I was surprised the bar specials and Tv’s around the bar as I thought of this as more of a restaurant.
This is where I’ll be watching Football on Sunday’s

Went last night for a late night bite to eat.
#1 The bar master Josiah was really awesome, attentive and honest. Not to mention he really knew his brews! I love that.
#2 The food was phenomenal. I had been here (happily) before but for some reason it seemed even better this time around. So hats off to the chef last night. (9÷20÷15)
#3 The Monte Cristo is out of this world. Probably the best I’ve ever had anywhere. Save the Fish and Chips for your second visit :)
Cheers.

This is a chain restaurant and I underestimated it. I’ve seen the Claddagh in many predominantly white, upper middle class neighborhoods. I expect a blah menu from places like this: Champs, Bahama Breeze, Beni Hana, Max and Erma’s because they are all American middle class mainstays and cater to a certain crowd.
I’ve been corrected. The Claddagh has Whiskey, Bourbon and Scotch flights. I’m won over! Most importantly their menu is not typical American dining. They have some traditional meals like shepherds pie and ruebens but also some things I’ve never heard of and ingredients I’ve never tried. I ordered a special pork dish on a small bread round that was sauced and seasoned well. It is an appetizer but I was complete with it. I also took several fork dives of my friends brussels sprout and bacon. We ordered a second one. It was delicious.
The prices are fair, the outside deck is inviting and comfortable. The inside of the bar is also well decorated and sizable enough to accommodate a real Friday night crowd in the colder seasons. I felt welcomed and the service was genuine and friendly.
Try them out, you’ll be happy.

I’d sort of give them a 2.5. The beer list was outstanding, and the rooms were comfortable. However, I was unimpressed with the food — had some apps with a group and the mac and cheese (I was looking for something other than meat and fried fish). One would think an «irish» pub might have some lamb or a broader fish selection (they were actually out of Salmon, and it was only about 8pm).

$ 10 for 7 wings felt like a bad practical joke. The inattentive bartender (it wasn’t even remotely busy) only made it worse.

Very yummy, fish is good and so is the monte Cristo, I have tried most of their menu and I liked it, cool décor and they stay open late.

This place was a gem when it opened years ago. It was alive and full of character. Now it’s kind of just the final choice when everyone can’t decide on where to eat – because it’s there.
I reluctantly return here about twice a year. Every time I find the beer selection lackluster (it’s an Irish restaurant for God’s sake), the staff seeming like they’re there ’cause they have to be and, nearly always, some cutback to the food.
The Monday fish and chips BOGO may be what keeps the place running. Note that the once awesome chips have been replaced with some bland kind that may have come from the grocery freezer. Gone are the little touches like seasoning on top of the special sour cream etc etc.
The waitstaff is sometimes polite and sometimes competent. Tonight the person serving the food never brought back what was asked of them, the waitress came back and forth three times to get the bill right and, well, basically I’m consistently underwhelmed.
Look elsewhere unless no one can agree on dinner. Cause that’s about what it’s worth.

Maybe my expectations were set too high. I orders a chicken spinach sandwich of some sort that came with pub fries. The fries were the star of the meal– The chicken was dry and the sandwich lacked flavor.
I should’ve ordered the fish and chips (like everyone else). Unless my next meal is close to free I won’t be returning.

Pretty standard chain pub. Nice atmosphere, ok food (good house burger), and nice Sunday night drink specials on pints. Biggest complaint is how early the kitchen closes. Late night menu but not great if you need actual food.

People looking for authentic Irish food, or anything other than overpriced and mediocre bar food would do well to look elsewhere. Service was atrocious, called for a reservation and didn’t have one when we arrived. Long wait times and messed up drink orders. would not recommend.

My favorite Irish Pub in the United States. Some of the best fish and chips I’ve ever had and a respectable beer and liquor selection. Belly up to the bar or enjoy your meal at a table, you’ll get good quality food and service at a reasonable price.

Went here recently food was bland looked great but had no taste tarter sauce can only do so much for a piece of fish. Also waitress was slow and seemed to not care much about our table and lastly it had a horrible smell we were sat next to the kitchen exit not sure what the smell was but I hope it was not added to the food I ordered.

I was looking for an irish pub in the Lansing area and found this place! When I came across their website, I found out that they had Irish Whisky specials every Wed night. AKA «Whisky Wednesday». Everytime I am in town on a Wed night I will stop in for a $ 3 shot of Tullamore Dew and a Boddingtons on draft. For what you get, prices are reasonable. I have only had a meal here once so far, and of course I had to try the sheppards pie! It was really tasty and hearty, just what you want when you order such a meal. Overall no complaints at all. A great Irish pub hidden in the camouflage of a shopping area.

Yes, yet another chain restaurant review but I cannot deny the fact that I loved this place when I lived in East Lansing. The décor at the Eastwood Towne Center location is beautiful with it’s half-​moon archways, roaring fireplaces and exposed brick walls. These definitely give Claddagh’s an Irish pub feel… or at least what I imagine the pubs to feel like since I’ve never been to Ireland. :-)
I’ve had a number of menu items at Claddagh’s. All of them good, some of them memorable. For starters, we always enjoyed ordering the Fried Onion Rings, which were hula hoop sized onion rings. Okay, maybe not that big but they were really large. So crispy and so delicious! For lunch, I’d say that the Monte Cristo sandwich is a good pick. It’s your traditional (and lovely) Monte Cristo sandwich, but battered and deep fried. Please note that I did not say it was the healthiest option! For dinner, I’ve had the Fish and Chips, Shepard’s Pie, Bangers and Mash, and the Irish Beef Stew. Of all these, my favorite has always been the beef stew because I simply LOVE beef stew of any kind. For dessert, I’ve had the Bread Pudding, which was good but not mind-​blowing. An item not on the menu but worth mentioning is their Potato and Ham Soup. This was always a nice soup to have when it got cold out. It’s very rich and hearty, a good one for those that like ham.
Overall, I know it’s a chain but I would likely continue to go to Claddagh’s if I lived in the area and had a hankering for a hearty meal!

Food was very plain and bland. Scottish eggs app was neat but a bit pricey for 2 eggs. Burger wasn’t that great which was surprising since bar burgers tend to have a tasty juicy greasy rep but this one failed. Irish breakfast had quite the variety but sadly everything had no flavor. Fish and chips disappointed as well. I did enjoy the pub chips. The environment is cozy though. Had a nice spot right by the fireplace.

This is a fun Irish pub style restaurant and bar. They have amazing happy hour drink specials and the food is pretty good, I would recommend the potato pancakes. They always accommodate large groups well and are friendly.

Some of the best fish and chips I’ve had. I must of came in on the right day because I got buy one get one. They even brought me the second one in a take out container. Thanks!

Went here to watch Monday night football. Last call was at 10:27pm, two minutes into the third quarter ( Unilocal said it was open until 1am.). Not a place to go if you want to watch sports.
Update: tried to go back a couple days later after a wedding when Unilocal said it was the only place open around us. Got there at 12:25am, Unilocal said they were open until 2:00am. Doors were locked. Unilocal definitely needs to update the hours of operation.

The reason I give Claddagh’s three stars is not because their food isn’t good, it is. The service was also exceptional. But, you are looking at $ 20 minimum for a meal that might leave you hungry an hour later.