The Irish Harp Pub in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Quality home food. Great buzz

Real Irish pub with great food and drinks. Every Friday live band plays.

Food was good. Whisky selection was also good. The live music was excellent. A great evening

Always, always enjoy having drinks there.

Excellent space ! The food was amazing, service excellent. Authentic Irish Pub.

Great atmosphere. The food was plentiful and very tasty!! Kate did a great job taking care of us.

Amazing staff and great music! Shelly and Molly, our servers were very tentative even with the place being packed! Great atmosphere and positive energy here. This is our 2nd time and we are slready looking forward to our third! I highly recommend this place!

Excellent service !

Great traditional Irish pub food and excellent service

A true Irish pub!

Best pub food Ive had, 6/5

There reservation policy is quite frustrating. You call and it says we keep some spaces open for walk-ins we were there at 4 30 and they said they had nothing till 9 30... now I dont know, but those are kinda contradicting statements. Also the host made us feel a little naive for thinking we could get a space. I think some transparency wouldnt go a miss. Now I have been previously and the food is always fine, not the best portion sizes but good.

Warm friendly pub. Excellent French dip sandwiches and fries! Parking: Also street parking Food : 5/5 |

Great atmosphere and were very accommodating about our short timelines as we went to tour the Holidays houses. Thank you! Parking: December is free parking - advised by a local!

The place was packed, got the last two seats at the bar. Great selection of spirits, beautifully made cocktails, staff was great, service was fast, the place is adorable. Dietary restrictions: Gluten free options

I had the Liver & Onions. People who like liver & onions know it can be very hit or miss to order at a restaurant. I can confidently say this is one of the best I have ever had. Compliments to the chef! Will be back.

We had lunch with friends, ordered their Battered Haddock Fish and chips, Chicken Pot pie and Shepherd s Pie. Everything was excellent. Fish was fresh , soft and batter was perfect to the T. Vegetable with the Pot pie was perfectly sautéed. All in all an amazing experience. Will recommend anyone who is in the area

Lovely venue! I ve been coming here for years when I m in the area . Extremely disappointed this past weekend! The curry was terrible served with a wedge of bread . Tasteless , beige mess ! Do they have a new cook ? The food was always delicious! Others at my table complained about the quality and taste! The potato skins a favourite now terrible ! The host and young people at the door amazing so helpful and friendly.Our server unfortunately was miserable I will return for a drink but not for food ! 10 disappointed visitors

Mel is great! So happy to walk in to the Harp and see my favourite waitress here today It

Hostess appeared angry when we asked for a particular table to be seated at. Then our drinks took a very long time to arrive even though it didnt seem busy at 2pm on a Friday. Enjoyed the lunch specials. Food

This is a popular place in Niagara on the Lake. My favorite place to eat and enjoy some live music. Food is great. Reservations recommended.

This place is as delicious as it is charming. Irish music and a terrific pub vibe. Wait staff is tremendous. Recommend to all who are in the area!

A pub with many

We came in as a work team for the live music. Fabulous night! Everything was awesome.

Good food and service. My beer tasted questionable but still worth a visit.

Great vibes and good food!

Great team work at this establishment! Really enjoyed the food service and entertainment! You will need a reservation! The muscles, pudding and cheesecake here are worth it!

Parking: Limited street parking. Paid lot within walking distance. Food

Lovely place to have lunch. Great staff, delicious food and a great atmosphere.

Steven and Mel were great. Everyone we encountered were fabulous. Steven took the time to explain menu items and make recommendations. Will definitely return.

The potato chip nachos were amazing. Actually all the food was great. Fun 2 piece band. Outdoor seating. Clean washrooms. Friendly staff.

The food was fantastic. The thing that really made this experience truly stand out was the staff and their incredible customer service . Talk about team work. Every staff member was friendly and attentive. Many went above and beyond. Highly recommended

Steven was a Great Waiter, he made our Dining experience Terrific!

Adam, Liza and all the staff are amazing at the Harp! Food is always great, beer is cold and the live music is entertaining.

10/26/24. Thanks to Steven and all the team that made our moment so great! You can also buy shirts or goodies from the pub, just ask! There was a couple from n.o.t.l. at the bar who were also so friendly. That DJs made my day. Take care of you guys.

The pub was really nice, staff are great, but the food was not good. It had obviously been sitting under a heat lamp for an extended period of time as the plates were searing hot and the food was super dry. Kid-friendliness: They were welcoming to children.

My family and I stopped in for a late lunch today, based on the Google rating. I must say the service was excellent, attentive but not intrusive. The French fries were from the freezer, the fish was fishy and the batter was a little heavy. I ordered the potato appetizer, it made me sad, fried? glue textured mashed potatoes with some sad toppings. Didn t say anything to the waiter as we didn t want him to suffer, he was great. We just ate and left. Aprox $80 for 1 cider, one appetizer, 2- 1 piece fish and chips.

We went to a reading of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow performed by Lezlie Wade .Good Food , great entertainment and new friends.

Awesome food, service and live music. Parking: City parking lot to the rear of the building with a small walk or attempt on street parking. Can be busy at times during the day depending on the tourism season. Recommended dishes Shepherds Pie, Irish Hot Pot Parking options

Sydney was the best, she helped me to plan and execute my friends surprise birthday party Vegetarian options: I have seen the salad options next time I will definitely try this. Parking: Plenty of parking space available.

Great place to try out just off the main street. Very popular, wide selection of beer and food. Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, but the interior is tight. Outside seating on nice days.

Great place

Melanie and her coworkers are awesome!! We initially had a table at Olde Angel Inn and the service was incredibly slow. We moved over to The Irish Harp Pub and the service was quick, friendly and the atmosphere was amazing. The live music, constant circulating servers asking if you need anything, 10/10 experience.

Great service and staff

Fantastic! Exceeded my expectations, food was wonderful.

Cozy atmosphere, smiling service, with good food and reasonable prices.

Perfect experience. Food was absolutely amazing. Miriam was the best. Highly recommended, definitely coming back.

Music is fun and vibe is cheery.

Had lunch with friends here for the first time it was absolutely fabulous The food was superb and the service was fantastic definitely will be going back Food

Good food, pleasant experience. Sitting outside in a very helpful wait person.

Really great service, but that was about the only positive. The live music (whilst good!) was so loud you couldnt talk to anyone at the table without yelling (which of course everyone else is doing too). The poutine was extremely disappointing, gravy was congealed

Great place. Tuesday Trivia was so much fun!!!

The Irish Harp Pub in Niagara-on-the-Lake is a warm and inviting spot that instantly transports you to the heart of Ireland. Housed in a charming old building with gorgeous wooden construction, the pub s rustic décor adds to the authentic Irish atmosphere. From the intricate woodwork to the cozy nooks and crannies, the venue feels like a step back in time. The menu doesn t disappoint either offering a wide variety of delicious, hearty dishes that cater to every palate. Whether youre craving traditional Irish fare like fish and chips or something more adventurous, the food is consistently yummy and well-prepared. Paired with a perfectly poured pint of Guinness, it s the ideal place to enjoy a relaxed meal or catch up with friends. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, contributing to the warm, welcoming atmosphere that keeps locals and visitors coming back. If youre in Niagara-on-the-Lake and looking for great food, an incredible ambiance, and a taste of Ireland, the Irish Harp Pub is a must-visit!

Fantastic spot. Love the Thornbury Blood Orange cider. Food was fantastic and a great little patio

Always good food and good times!!

We really enjoyed the atmosphere as well as the food. I must say the highlight was our waitress, Amber. We dine out frequently and I am certain she is one of the best that we have ever encountered! Well done.

Burger and beers were good but not amazing. Friendly staff and very nice atmosphere in an amazing city!

Love visiting this place when close by. Great atmosphere, great service. Glad we arrived when we did, as there was plenty of space (1230) but within 30 minutes it was packed!! On a Monday in September no less!! Great Irish dishes and regular pub options

Only Irish pub I have ever been to that you need a reservation to drink. Worth the 1.5 hour wait, music was awesome.

Great experience dining here. Good was delicious. Onion rings and Fish and chips were a bit oily. Could have been better. Other than this the whole experience was great.

Good food, especially if you want something other than burgers and the like. Service quick and friendly. Without a reservation you wont have good tickets or you may have to wait a while for a seat.

Everything was delicious. Our waitress, Lexy, has very good memory, she remembered all our orders without writing it down. LOL

Great food and fun atmosphere.

Was super thrilled with our experience at the Irish Haro Pub! The atmosphere was wonderful, food and drink equally good and we loved meeting the Town Crier.

Try the Irish sampler - a few of the best items together in one serving! Great first visit, reasonable prices for the area. Will be back!

My friend and I had a great time and enjoyed a few beers whilst visiting Niagara On The Lake - we had a great time listening to the band!

Authentic Irish Pub in Old Town notl. They accommodated us for dinner, without a reservation and they were pretty full. The food and service was excellent, and they had live music ( a fiddler) to enhance the experience.

We had a great lunch. The staff were outstanding. A true Irish Pub experience. Thanks

When we stayed recently we at dinner there twice, amazing food and drinks. And if youre gluten free I promise you wont be disappointed with the options available. Thank you guys for having GF options! Delicious. Great service. The live music from 9/19/24 was great too. Band member came and talked to us during a break, really nice fellow. We plan to make a return trip to Ontario and we will be having dinner here again at least once!

We came for the delicious food and stayed for the great music.

1 Hour 45min wait with no one in here at 7pm on a Saturday? Ill take my money elsewhere.

We were on vacation and we loved everything! Super recommended place to try good food and beer with good prices

The prime rib sandwich paired with French onion soup is every time my wife and I come to the area we always drop by to eat here.

Amazing place to chill and have a few drinks and a great meal. Spent the night in one of the rooms upstairs. Perfect getaway !!

Satisfy having lunch here with family ..everything is delicious. And the restaurant s ambience is cozy too. Highly recommend, won t regret.

We unexpectingly dropped in Saturday night for a quick drink and appetizer. It was really busy and we waited longer for our drinks than we liked. Our waitress was excellent and the heated outdoor area was accommodating.

If youre visiting Niagara-on-the-Lake and looking for a laid-back spot to eat, I highly recommend the Irish Pub. They have so many food and drink options, its great. I love their chicken pot pie and cobb salad. The service and ambiance are also 10/10. Highly recommend!

My wife and I look forward to The Irish Harp Pub meals and atmosphere as part of our Shaw Festival experience for 10 years now. Couldnt do without it!

The best! Loved it, will come back, live music was great. Shoutout to the town crier also.

A really good irish pub. The nachos were excellent and the reuben was very good. Serice was really good too.

I loved this place. And definitely get the loaded potato farls!

Great food and ambience. Highly recommend all their Irish dishes!

***Original review from 2019***: Great atmosphere and good service for a busy Friday night. However, the portions were undersized for the price. The quality of the food was also so-so. My Guinness steak pie contained a few morsels of beef and three or four button mushrooms. My son had fish & chips, which was good but small. Roasted potatoes were overdone (and perhaps reheated one too many times). Pints of Guinness were well poured. Irish tunes were an excellent addition to ambience. In short, good place with great potential needs better food to match the price. *****UPDATED review 2023*****: Returned to the Irish Harp a few more times since this earlier review. The food was amazing. Ambience, service, and pace were perfect. Loved the Irish tunes. Our server was superb. We didnt feel rushed. The Guinness pour was outstanding. This has become one of my favourite pubs. I felt I needed to update my 3 to a 5 ! ****UPDATED review 2024*** Almost everything about this pub is still spectacular. Had the Guinness Steak pie again. Lots of mushrooms and beef. Delicious. Guinness pour is top tier, too. The only complaint this time was service. Pleasant server, but pacing was terrible. I was still eating my starter salad when main dishes arrived ten minutes after we sat down. Our server never asked us how the meal was going, and she brought the bill before I could order another pint, or my wife could order a desert. In all fairness, it was a Friday night, so rushing patrons through might be her top priority. There were still empty spots, though. We made 4:30 reservations in the main area, and we were whisked out just after 5 pm. I would have enjoyed a better paced meal.

Mussels were good, BBQ wings were good, corned beef and cabbage was borderline disgusting. Service outstanding.

Wonderful place! Friendly staff, fantastic food and beer. Would definitely come back!

What an amazing experience. The food is delicious Very nice atmosphere Ithis restaurant Food : 5/5 |

This is my first time here, but I had a couple of drinks with some coworkers post work, and damn did we have a great time!! The live band played amazing songs that got us all singing along, they had a great drink list (I ordered their sober mule, definitely tasted great!!). All of us ordered two rounds of drinks, my friends managed to get their second drink within a 5 minute period while I waited an additional 15ish minutes for my second drink, my friend went up to the bar on my behalf to ask where my second drink order was and apparently somewhere along the way they forgot to make my second drink...We didn t order any food, just the drinks. The servers were great, they checked in on us a few times, but wish the service could ve been slightly better! Would definitely go again!

Straight 5 stars. Lovely atmosphere, incredible food

The nachos were anything but and beyond disappointing

Dog Friendly :) Food and Service was Fantastic.

As always it was a great experience!

The girl at the door makes you feel awful if you dont have a reservation. Even though web site says half bar is open, half reservations She literally then puts you in a time out chair outside to wait. We r from cleveland. Im sure food awesome but get a new person at the door. Just awful. Service

We had an amazing meal and the servers were so friendly. Highly recommend.

Love the place but you need more bathrooms.

This place came highly recommended by a local, and it did not disappoint. We are meatless on Mondays, so I had the squash soup and the caesar salad. He had the spinach salad, also delicious.

Smells like home!! If you want comfort go here!! I wish we could have stayed for food everything looked and smelt divine!

Just had drinks but they were very good, staff were nice, and atmosphere was fun.

We drive in from Burlington and last night was our third time at the Harp. The service was excellent. Our server was fun and engaging despite being very busy. The food was very good - never a disappointment and the cost was reasonable. Overall a very positive experience. We will be back! Thank you!

This was the third time weve been there. Its a staple of when we go to Niagara on the Lake. Excellent food, great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Excellent dining experience we did go on an unusually warm weekend in October- so it was very busy, fortunately I had made a reservation. Our server was very attentive though, despite the full house- which we definitely appreciated. The food was delicious, and the beverage menu was exactly on par for what you would expect in wine country. We would absolutely visit again, and I highly recommend the Guinness Pie - very authentic Irish all around!

Great service, friendly staff, dessert was to die for cannot recommend enough to stop In here next time youre in niagara

Had the Prime Rib dinner, was very very good, looking forward to our next visit. Have lived in the area for over 30 years and it was our first visit.

Parking: Un vrai enfer cette ville pour se garer ... Service

Vegetarian options: Garlic Parmesan fries are the best Food

Enjoyed the whole experience. Was so pleased to have my veg side dish turn out to be fresh corn on the cob. I dont think I have ever been offered it at a restaurant. My steak and mushroom pie and baked potato was perfect. Interesting to see the menu included items for your dog. Staff were friendly, knowledgeable and the whole team worked together clearing tables, delivering meals and chatting to patrons. They made our visit.

Love the atmosphere of this place! Drinks and food are always great. Service is a hit or miss but will be back regardless !

Had a delicious and hearty meal. Our server Rob kept the drinks coming and had great energy. The kettle chips were a surprisingly tasty addition to the artichoke dip.

Ate outdoors at their back patio at a high top. Lots of outdoor seating with shade cover. Food was delicious and large portions. They handled dietary restrictions well (Gluten Free). Atmosphere was good, music pumped outside, but service was a bit slow, probably because of being outside. Would definitely recommend though! Our party enjoyed the corned beef and cabbage (enough leftover for hash the next day!), curried ale mussels, Dublin dog and soup of the day, Reuben sandwich, and blueberry halloumi salad. Everything was delicious, served appropriate temperature, and plentiful! Dietary restrictions: Members of our party were gluten free and there were options for them and staff was kind about making accommodations. Kid-friendliness: Patio was kid friendly- kids menu available. Lots of high tops outdoors so depending on age of kids it might be tricky.

Id recommend going when you can reserve a table which doesnt happen during summer season. Food was fantastic. Enjoyed the salmon with peach salsa and husband loved the Shepherds pie. The mocktail selection was also great! They have a wide selection of whiskeys too. Seating was kinda meh. Service was the same. Plan to go again in the fall to see if the overall experience changes. Wheelchair accessibility: Its not wheelchair accessible to my knowledge unless theres an alternate entry I was not made aware of. It requires the ability to use a stair up to get into the restaurant and for someone to hold the door open for you as you navigate.

Awesome food, perfect staff. Keep in mind its just a bit noisy which is totally normal for a pub.

We love to come here in the summer on the patio with our dog. The food we get is usually alway the same. Salad and mussels . Check out our photos

Like to go there often from hamilton with wife

Crazy busy, but the service was quick, friendly, and efficient. I am looking forward to returning.

So fun we went 2 nights in a row. Great food and bands.

Nice Irish pub in Niagara on the lake. One block off the main Street. Friendly staff and lots of beers

Our go to spot in NOTL. Great staff, good atmosphere. Shepherds Pie is spot on. Chicken pot pie is not heavy. Our semiannual gift to ourselves.

I ordered the Irish sprcial. Taste of The food was ususl. The worst part was finding hair in the dish which they took of the bill.

We shared appetizers here - wings and opion rings - and was perfectly nice. Service was good and the real reason we were here was for the live music - delivered 5/5 on expectations. Will come back again

Went here for a bite to eat and some cold drinks. Awesome place to sit and enjoy company. Food and service were both great.

Had an amazing time. Morgan was the absolute best server!!! Food and drinks were fantastic. Don t pass this restaurant up. A definite must do!!

I can easily say this is the best Irish Restaurant I have eaten at. Food, service, and atmosphere is excellent. I really like visiting with the staff for they treat you like family. I was so impressed with the hostess who was seated outside arranging table seating for guess. The parking on the street and signing was confusing. I asked her about that and she asked multiple questions to be sure she understood where I was parked. She was genuinely concerned and wanted to make sure I wouldnt get towed or ticketed where I was parked. So, so kind of a person who made me feel comfortable about the issuse so I could go in a enjoy me meal. She treated as family. I went in and thought about her kindness. I went back out and joked with her about being my personal valet. I took out a tip for her which really surprised her and flattered her. I asked her if I could take her picture with the tip.... she agreed and later I noticed her telling and showing her tip to other staff. She is the type of person who make great memories and and a vacation enjoyable. I you are in Niagara Falls Canada be sure to treat yourself to a great experience and visit this restaurant that your taste buds will never forget and a atmosphere you will never forget. Thank you everyone for being a important part of my vacation

The atmosphere is pleasant, family. The food is good. The service is fast. A little noise but its okay. I imagine this recreates the Irish style well

Decent place. Everything was OK. Would go back.

3rd time here in 3 years. Love the place. Love the little clover imprint on top of my pint of Guiness. I ve not been to Ireland, but in my mind it is as close as it gets!!

We ordered the Irish Experience. The serving was enough for two. Everything was absolutely delicious.

We sat outside in the sun Staff were very friendly and we had a bit of banter as we like to call it Service

Good food and fun atmosphere. Love the music playing in the restaurant.

Perfect place in every way! Greeted with friendly staff- had great live music outside, and every waitress we had was professional and personable, and took care of our table extremely well. Food matched with authentic Irish cuisine. Very tasty and exceeded our expectations! Would return sooner if we didn t live so far away! Hoping to come back again someday. Highly recommend!

Food and service were excellent. Loved the atmosphere and the irish pub experience! Our server Sydney was professional and efficient!

Came for dinner and food and service was really good! We ve gone to two other places before and this was the only one that was pet-friendly and allowed us to sit on the patio with our dog - by the way, they have a dog menu! I loved it! We tried the irish classic pie, salmon and bbq ribs. For entree we had a garlic bread that was delicious!!! Atmosphere 4/5 just because it was too dark, however, they offered us to sit in the tent that was lighter. We highly recommend this place!

We arrived in front of the Irish Harp and were told it would be 40 min wait for the first available table. No mention that the first available table could be, and likely would be, a white tent at the back door of the pub under fluorescent lights. I don t know who would want to go to an Irish pub and sit in a tent at the rear of the building. No ambiance or vibe. Brutal. Needless to say we left.

Great restaurant with a perfect collection on tap! Kid-friendliness: They had high chairs and gave our little one some crayons and a leprechaun to color in (as you would in an Irish pub ;) Food : 5/5 |

I wanted wings and this place did not disappoint - they were the biggest chicken wings I ve eaten, ever. Delicious - though more than enough, I couldn t consume the last one. Washed down with a pint of Smithwicks, my companions had quality pub food. In terms of its authenticity as an Irish pub, and though I probably could ve gone with a Guinness pie to keep to an emerald isle experience, this place from the decor to the Celtic music piped through and the labyrinth walk to the bathroom with their tiny sinks exuded the charm of a typical pub in Dublin or Galway. This is the most Irishy of Irish pubs I know. Amber our waitress, friendly and efficient, helped make this place get the top billing for stars.

Great food, there was live music when we went so it was an extra for a good time

This was the most mid Irish food I ve ever tasted. Never in the history of Great Britain has the malt vinegar even been bland. The fish tastes like the chips, tastes like everything else- nothing. Tartar sauce with no bite. Nice atmosphere, supremely bland food

Best Irish pub iv ever been to.... Thumbs up all around.... Parking: Depends how busy it is, its wine country so busy at times, if I had to walk to the Harp, I would just to eat there again. Kid-friendliness: Did see an kids there...

Amazing food , I thoroughly enjoy very bite of my Steak and Guinness pie. I cant wait to go back. Our server Stephen was the best , so attentive. Thank you so much for a stellar meal.

A great Irish pub at Niagara-on-the-lake!

Great atmosphere and friendly staff

HUGE PORTIONS. You were warned. Just a wonderful place with an eclectic charm. Staff are great and the food is simply wonderful. Would gladly come back here again !! Food : 5/5 |

Nice place, friendly staff and food was tasty. Delicious Lindemans cherry beer. Parking: Park about 350 meters further past the park

Fantastic food, live music, great place, cant wait to visit again.

The Reuben was, unfortunately, inedible. Cole slaw was tasteless. Onion rings were good. Very noisy and crowded atmosphere. Won t be back.

Come only if you want to wait more than 2 hours to get food. Very slow service.

A great place to enjoy Niagara on the lake.

We read the reviews and decide to try the restaurant. It had an odd smell when we walked in. The place was crowded but we were seated right away. It took a little bit for the waitress to come by but she was friendly. We ordered a Caesar salad to start. It was a large serving but found the dressing bland. We ordered fish and chips and a cheeseburger with upgraded garlic and Parmesan fries. The fish and chips were good. The cheeseburger was dry and overcooked in my opinion. The upgraded fries were heavy on the garlic. My husband enjoyed them though.

The food was great, and the service was also.

Great food, great service.

Great food, great service

We had a fantastic time at Irish Harp last night. The service was top notch. The food very good. The staff was very accommodating in finding us the perfect table to stay after dinner and enjoy the band. Thanks!

Friendly, very attentive staff, everything was very clean. The food tasted excellent and I got my Guinness. The visit rounded off our day trip to Canada nicely.

The cuisine is excellent. Friendly staff and perfect atmosphere. I recommend.