Claddagh Bar Restaurant

The concept of the Irish pub, if carried out in the same manner as the pubs actually found in Ireland, is a beautiful thing. To meet such standards, there are things a patron should expect; among them, the following Traditional, classic interior appearance and furnishings Welcoming atmosphere Attentiveness and friendliness in service A proper selection of libations Classic, flavorful food offerings that fill the plate and the appetite So if these are the measures by which we should determine the authenticity and value of an Irish pub, how does High Point's Claddagh measure up? As for the setting, it feels a bit more like a hometown sports bar. There's not really the sense of polish and pride in either the layout or the furnishings that one finds in the prototypical pub. It's not a dive bar feel, mind you, but the ambiance doesn't match what I expect from a place labeling itself as an Irish pub. This carries over to the atmosphere and staff as well. Yes, they'll get your order, and in my experiences they'll get it right. But there's no heart in what they're doing, no particular rush to tend to the customer, no effort towards conversation except to ask what you want. Again, it just doesn't line up with my experiences in other quality pubs stateside or Ireland. I've even noticed that folks who appear to be frequent visitors don't even seem to get engaged by the staff, so this doesn't even feel like it's got a neighborhood bar vibe. The bar seems reasonably well stocked, and as best I can tell the drafts, bottles, and mixed concoctions they offer are appropriate. But of course I will judge the bar setting quite heavily on the Guinness they pour. And a place calling itself an Irish pub should not give out Guinness in anything but true imperial pints. The price they're charging for a glass certainly demands a REAL pint and not one of those sissy pints they're hawking. When it comes to the food, it's been a mixed bag for me. I've had a few appetizers here and they've been...okay. By that I mean they're not bad, but I get the sense they're just buying stuff from a supplier rather than crafting the food from their own refined recipes. As for the entrees, well, their shepherd's pie is more like a poor version of cottage pie, and the stew lacks flavor. Sure, maybe I'm setting my sights too high. Maybe I've got unreasonable expectations. But I think when you call yourself something that has a well defined identity, you should make it more than just a name; there ought to be an effort to not only meet the mark but to excel in it. That's especially true in a region where there aren't many other options for those seeking the pub experience. These folks have an opportunity to make themselves something special in the Triad, and yet they aren't taking advantage of it.

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Cold, dreary day so we thought we'd head out for some comfort food. My husband is British and we both adore many dishes from the UK. Had the fish n chips (always a good bet) and the chicken rasher bacon boxty.(a new to me fave) On our last visit I had a boxty for the first time and had the Reuben one. So yummy! Very skimpy portions of ketchup and tartar sauce. We had to ask for more but we were nearly finished with the dish by the time we saw someone to ask for more. We opted for bread pudding since my husband is a big fan of bread pudding in general but I cannot recommend this one. It has a congealed look and texture and just did not hit the mark at all. A squirt of canned whipped cream didn't do anything to add to the experience. Bread pudding is so easy to make, not sure why this one was just so...well, odd. Service was great and the place was quite empty given the rainy day so I can't really speak to the ambiance other than it was a bit bright for a dinner service. We will visit again as it is in the neighborhood and gives us a taste of our happy place.

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Honestly, it's just an Irish pub in high point. Nothing fancy. Irish darts and Irish billiards. Irish food and Irish beverages. The owner is kinda a jack a but he's cool and he runs a fine establishment that has been in business for years now. I also enjoy the company that tends to be floating around the atmosphere. Heck of a place to be on saint pattys day

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Got fish and chips, unfortunately there was a rat tail in my tartar sauce. Also, didn 't get ketchup. When I called the person on the other line told me to, shut the fluff up except she didn 't use fluff. Might come back, who knows.

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We love Sunday brunch between the **** Mary's and mimosas; stuffed French toast or potato pancakes anything we've tried on the menu has not disappointed They've got Ruben egg rolls too and holy smokes they are amazing

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