An Irish pub thrives in Washington DC

Nestled next to Washington DC’s Phoenix Park Hotel a property noted for its legendary Irish hospitality is the Dubliner Pub. This public house is a Capitol Hill institution and it seems to fit right in whether it’s on Dublin’s O’Connell Street or the District of Columbia’s Massachusetts Avenue.

It’s all Irish right down to the richly wooded paneling to the friendly publican attired in a white apron, white shirt and a neck tie tucked into the buttoned up front. You’re greeted in Irish style “Ce Ad Mile Faitle” which translates into A Hundred Thousand Welcomes!

The menu offer many authentic Irish specialties like Beef Stew. This filling dish consists of choice pieces of beef, fresh garden vegetables, and hearty chunks of potatoes simmered in rich brown gravy. Another favorite is the Shepherd’s Pie, a casserole of ground sirloin, chopped onions, peas, carrots, garlic, and brown gravy then smothered with buttery smooth smashed potatoes.

A refreshing pint or two of Guinness or Smithwicks adds to the authenticity of your dining experience.

For desert be sure try the Irish Cheese Cake which incorporates Irish liquor in the traditional recipe and is served chilled with shaved chocolate garnishing the dish.

The Irish Stew, a few pints, desert and gratuity set me back about $30.00 but the experience was well worth every cent.

For more information be sure to visit: http://www.dublinerdc.com.

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