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(512) 539-0968
214 W Fourth St
(Colorado Street)
Austin,
TX
78701
30.2666
-97.744984
Neighborhood: Downtown
What People Are Saying About Fado Irish Pub - Austin
The Owner
Fado Irish Pub - Austin
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Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant, located on 4th Street between Colorado and Lavaca, tells the story of Ireland's rich and celebrated pub culture throughout its design. Fado is Austin's most popular Irish pub, offering a perfect spot for lunch, after work, dinner, European sporting matches, late night fun or corporate or private parties. Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant is distinguished by genuine Irish hospitality, quality food, the perfect pint and craic (Gaelic for good times). Become a Fan of Fado on Facebook Follow Fado on Twitter
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Citysearch
In Short – During the day, Fado hosts quiet sippers and diners; at night, it's packed with cheery students, professionals and Irish expats, all with tongues loosened by free-flowing Hibernian beverages. The pipes of Shane, Elvis and Van are sometimes replaced by live musicians. There's Guinness on tap, plus Bass Ale, Murphy's Irish Amber and Boddington's Pub Ale. For hard drinkers, there's always Jameson Irish whiskey. The extensive menu includes classic fish-and-chips and baked Brie in phyllo pastry.
09/14/09
One of the best meals I have had in over a year!
by PubTour2009 at Citysearch
We travel a lot and always visit an Irish Pub in the area. This is, by far, my most favorite Pub that we've visited to date. We have visited Fado on many occasions and have always experienced great service, great beer, and great meals. We absolutely love the decor & atmosphere. If planned right, you can have a very nice romantic meal (avoiding time slots of televised sporting events), an awesome night out with live music, or a great time watching those sporting events with friends while making new ones with the staff and crowd around you. If you like soccer, this is the place to watch the game as it's always a blast!
If you like seafood, the Blackened Chicken & Shrimp Boxty is the must have item on the menu! The description of this menu item does not serve it justice as this dish is just heavenly and makes my mouth water as I write this! If we are in the area but do not have time to eat in, we call ahead for this wonderful meal to-go! It is rich, flavorful, has huge shrimp, and a large portion. Just ask your server and I bet they'll recommend the Blackened Chicken and Shrimp Boxty as well!
- Pros: You Must Try Their Blackened Chicken & Shrimp Boxty
- Cons: We Haven't Experienced Any Cons Yet
01/01/09
Watery DRINKS!@
by chris807 at Citysearch
Over the years I have been to Fado's on many an occasion, and for the most part have had a great time, however.. i think management MUST have changed! Simply put, they are watering the Non-beer or wine drinks down! Over the past month I have been there twice, and a simple vodka and cranberry has ZERO vodka in it! After getting our round of drinks on New Years Eve, we all tasted, and suprise suprise... little if ANY real alchohol! I would say mostly club soda and water...
All of us patron's MUST start sending drinks back and demanding to speak with management on this!
- Pros: Lot's of great people watching
- Cons: zero alcohol in mixed drinks!
11/26/08
Great Pub
by JohnPicgo at Citysearch
Love this place, think the decor is awesome and the staff do a great job. Can get a little crowded on weekends but if you like being where the people are than it's for you
- Pros: quality draught beer, staff, atmosphere
- Cons: Parking, can get crowded
The Details on Fado Irish Pub - Austin
Parking:
Park at the free Fourth and San Antonio garage (you can park in reserved spots on weekends), two blocks away.
The Extras:
TVs feature an impressive array of televised football and rugby matches. Looking for a team to join? Ask for details on Fado's involvement in football, rugby, Gaelic games and international sports.
What to Drink:
The Irish whiskey selection is very extensive, most likely the largest in Austin.
Outdoor Seating:
Sit on the outside patio, which has a separate bar. Heat lamps are provided in the winter.
Category:
Bars & Clubs, Sports Bars, Nightclubs, Restaurants, Singles Bars, Bars & Pubs, Taverns, Irish Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
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Minimum Age:
21
Message from Fado Irish Pub - Austin
- Authentic Irish Food & Drink
- Televised Euro Sporting Events
- Corporate & Private Parties
Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant, located on 4th Street between Colorado and Lavaca, tells the story of Ireland's rich and celebrated pub culture throughout its design.
Fado is Austin's most popular Irish pub, offering a perfect spot for lunch, after work, dinner, European sporting matches, late night fun or corporate or private parties.
Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant is distinguished by genuine Irish hospitality, quality food, the perfect pint and craic (Gaelic for good times).
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