Bull McCabe's Irish Pub
Phone: (919) 682-3061
This Irish pub might have the largest outdoor space in downtown Durham. In addition to the massive lawn space, there is a wraparound patio that seats nearly 85 guests. It’s the perfect spot to take in the Durham skyline from picnic benches sprawled across the expansive lawn. The Premier League soccer bar has been known to open early for a Saturday morning game, and with access to all the sports packages and streaming content, you can be sure that it will be possible to watch your game of choice there. It's also a popular Durham hangout with excellent downtown people-watching and sunset views, so you can bring your crew even if they’re not so into sports. The twenty beers on tap and Irish pub food menu will keep anyone entertained.
Cuisines
- Casual Dining
- International
Hours
Monday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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Google Rating
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
Bull McCabe's Irish Pub has an incredible atmosphere! The decor and vibe absolutely capture the feeling of being in an authentic Irish pub. It's a great spot to hang out and enjoy a few drinks. The drink pours were perfect, and I have no complaints in that area. This place has an amazing outdoor green area with a live band, in the heart of downtown.
However, I was a bit disappointed with the food. The menu was pretty basic, and the options seemed more like frozen, pre-made items rather than freshly cooked meals. I was expecting a bit more variety and quality, especially considering how authentic the atmosphere felt.
That said, it's still a great place to relax with friends and enjoy the pub environment. While the food didn’t meet my expectations, I’d definitely come back to hang out for the atmosphere. -
I have been enjoying the food oh so much since the TANDURM Kitchen open ant Bull McCabes. Everything is cooked and prepared well and the food is simply delicious 😋 all of thee time. It’s very similar to the consistency we all love and expect when dining at VICEROY. Raj, provides impeccable service to the experience each and every time!
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I know this might sound nuts, but I had chicken fingers and fries and they were so delicious and tasty that a week later I wanted to drive up from Atlanta for more. I know it sounds crazy bc I am not 7 years old but they were that yummy. The weather was perfect for outdoor dining. There was music and a huge table for our party of 8. A great experience. Everyone enjoyed their food. (And obviously my brother enjoyed his black and tan.)
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Wow, this new spot is a total game-changer compared to the old kitchen that used to be here. The atmosphere alone is so much more inviting and modern. Their menu is incredibly creative and the flavors are just out of this world. Seriously, every dish we tried was a delightful surprise and executed perfectly. I'm already planning my next visit because it's that good!
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The food was pretty disappointing. To be fair, the popcorn chicken and fries were above average, but I ordered a smash burger ($14) with cheese (+$0.50) that was pretty bad.
For the price, I would've expected something better than what I got, which reminded me of the kind of burgers you eat at family reunions - the ones you buy in big boxes from Walmart and nobody likes but you don't complain because it's free. But this one wasn't. Plus, there was an up-charge for cheese, and it's worth pointing out that it didn't even come with fries.
My friend had ordered one before me, so I got a chance to see what was coming. I went to ask if I could cancel my order. They said no because it was almost ready. I'm not one to send food back, but I don't think it's a crazy request to ask to cancel an order that hasn't come out yet. I even would've been okay with switching it for something else.
The meat was tough. No flavor. Expensive.
All that said, the bar itself was a great place to grab a beer and hangout outside. There was live music. The barkeep was great. I'll definitely be going back for drinks.
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