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Restaurant in Melbourne, Florida
What should I order at Meg O’Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub?
What to order
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18¢ Bean Soup
The most frequently praised item in the reviews, repeatedly called amazing, tasty, and a must-have. Guests loved the flavorful bean soup and its iconic low price.
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Kilkenny Sandwich
Recommended multiple times for its tender meat and great flavor. Reviewers described it as delicious and a standout Irish-style sandwich.
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Corned Beef And Cabbage Sandwich On Rye
Praised for being very good with strong flavor, and part of a meal described as amazing overall.
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Shepherd's Pie
Called the best by one reviewer and highlighted for its comforting preparation with steamed cabbage and a hot wheat roll.
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Fish And Chips
Described as absolutely outstanding and part of a return visit that was praised as delicious as always.
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Chicken Pot Pie
Recommended for being perfect and so good that one reviewer ordered four to take home after trying it.
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Irish Dumplings
Suggested by a server and described as absolutely scrumptious, with large portions and strong positive reactions.
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Bread Pudding
Praised as incredible and also mentioned as a birthday dessert that was very good with rich sauces.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
About Meg O’Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub
Meg O’Malley’s Restaurant & Irish Pub is in Melbourne, Florida, and serves Irish food as a restaurant, bar, and pub. Reviewers consistently praise the bean soup, shepherd’s pie, Guinness, live music, and the overall service. The space is described as casual, cozy, historic, and lively, with brunch, lunch, dinner, and table service available. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and the price range is about $20 to $30.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Lively
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Meg O’Malley’s Restaurant & Irish Pub known for?
It is best known for the 18-cent bean soup, which comes up repeatedly in reviews and is often called a must-have. Guests also point to the Irish food, especially shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, and Guinness as signature draws.
What dishes are most recommended at Meg O’Malley’s Restaurant & Irish Pub?
Reviewers most often recommend the 18-cent bean soup, shepherd’s pie, Kilkenny sandwich, corned beef and cabbage sandwich, fish and chips, and chicken pot pie. Other favorites mentioned are scotch eggs, potato dumplings, Irish stew, and the crab cake benedict at brunch.
What is the atmosphere like at Meg O’Malley’s Restaurant & Irish Pub?
The vibe is casual, cozy, historic, and lively, with Irish music and a clear pub feel. It works well for groups and tourists, but reviewers also mention quiet corners and solo dining, so it can suit a more relaxed meal too.
Is Meg O’Malley’s Restaurant & Irish Pub good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the food is reasonably priced for the portion sizes, with the menu generally in the $20 to $30 range. The 18-cent bean soup is the standout value item, and several reviews mention huge portions and shareable plates like corned beef and cabbage and shepherd’s pie.
What should I know about wait times or when to visit Meg O’Malley’s Restaurant & Irish Pub?
The restaurant often has a wait, and reviewers suggest adding your name to the wait list, especially during busy lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch times. Happy hour also comes up in reviews, including a 2 to 4 p.m. window in the bar area, so that can be a useful time to go.
Is parking available at Meg O’Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Meg O’Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub kid-friendly?
Yes, Meg O’Malley's Restaurant & Irish Pub is good for kids.
