James Joyce Irish Pub

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For three star Irish, try James Joyce Irish Pub in Avondale Estates. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a family atmosphere. This restaurant is very affordable. This place features a full bar. This place is handicap accessible.

User Reviews of James Joyce Irish Pub

Yelp.com Review - by Jason W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm always impressed with my experience at the James Joyce Pub. While it's a trek to it's location in Avondale Estates from my midtown abode, I'm always ready and willing. The bar tenders are great,...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Barbara N.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place has kind of gone downhill in the past year or so -- especially when it comes to service. We tried to have lunch there today... after getting menus and silverware, we sat for about 10...
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Katherine N.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love the James Joyce! 99 times out of 100 the service is awesome and the food is great. I highly recommend the Bangers and Mash. The Sheapherd's Pie isn't what most people would expect so it's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by duane m.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of the best brunches in Atlanta! This place is awesome.Their pancakes with pistachio cream cheese are to die for, and the special of two breakfasts and a pitcher of mimosas or bloody Mary's for...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very refreshing! After a bad experience at another restaurant earlier that evening, we decided to drive out to Avondale to try this place that we've seen advertised. We couldn't remember the name,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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Its not as authentic as I had hoped

I first came to this pub about 2 years ago... I enjoyed the fact that they had a great ambience... a fireplace, and a dark wood dining room/bar... the atmosphere is cozy but the food, I believe could be a bit...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Naturally, the James Joyce was my first stop after I became settled into my new place. A sign advertising trivia gets me every time...I enjoy the atmosphere - the interior is handsome, and while I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by lee y.

4.0 of 5 stars. In the wake of all the newly sprouted "gastro pubs' , I would like to clarify that this is just a pub. Pubs are fantastic little watering holes with a variety of drinks and food. Hopefully with a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I could be wrong but I'm pretty sure this is a sister restaurant/bar of Brewhouse CafA� in L5P. If that is true, then it is a homely Irish stepsister. The places have kind of a similar feel, but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Lionel L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am a fan of Irish pubs and this one is pretty good. Of course, there was Guinness on tap. However, being new to the area and not knowing anyone, it is sometimes intimidating to go into a place...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I don't like the word "gastropub", but I can't think of anything better to call it. The corned beef is usually good, and the shepherd's pie is tasty as well. Other favorites: bangers & mash and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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Bad tipping policy

My family has five members and we have enjoyed going to James Joyce Pub since it opened years ago. We typically go 1-2 times a month. Tonight we had a bad experience. The meal was good but when I got the bill...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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Good Brunch

We really enjoyed our brunch at James Joyce. Everything was really tasty. The service is a little hit or miss.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ivan S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Mr. Ivan S. ate with relish the eggs and sausage made of beasts and fowls. He liked the potatoes and the soda bread. Most of all, he liked the bacon, which gave his palate a taste of smokiness and the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bri C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Nice joint. Seemed to have a great selection of wines and beers. Some TV's, but not in your face. Just hung out with some friends, and had a good time. The wait staff was nice and took care of us...
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2008
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Bad bad and bad!

This place is horrible... it's a waste of time! Don't bother. There's nothing Irish about this stupid place. Waitstaff is slow and extremely unprofessional. The bartender was more concerned about personal...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tressi J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Better than average bar food! And if you are hungry at midnight, this is a good choice, since Atlanta seems to be limited on late night eateries..... I love their soysage bangers and mash!
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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Great place to go hangout.

I had the fish and chips and my wife had the reuben. The service was a little slow. Have some drinks kick back and relax. We will come back, but don?t be in a hurry.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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Great local pub

Great local pub, yummy salads, sandwiches, great beer selection. Service is gret and atmosphere is fun for a laid back local place. Trivia on Thurs nights is always fun
kudzu.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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Good Pub Food

We visit James Joyce about once a week on average and would highly recommend the pub food menu. The dinner specials are fine, but the pub food seems to be a better value (in my opinion) and is what an Irish...
kudzu.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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Great Food, Terrible Service

We live in Stone Mountain, and we've visited James Joyce at least once every four months or so for the fish & chips. The positives: Their menu is pretty good, and we've never had a problem with the food. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sadie U.

3.0 of 5 stars. I love to grab a pint of Strongbow at James Joyce. I can walk there, so we go there all the time. Can't hardly eat there, though. I keep forgetting that, and each time I wish I hadn't. BUT the service...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yvette J.

3.0 of 5 stars. James Joyce Pub is a quaint little pub in Avondale Estates. They have a fantastic patio which is great during the Spring and Fall. Service is attentive. The menu offers good pub fare and even some...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tulie L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Nice light smokey Pub.. the place had descent music, ample seating, and some loud boysterous locals. waiter service was descent.. but it's not a very memorable place.. The inside looks like a chain...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kit F.

3.0 of 5 stars. There's 4 grubber items that I seek endlessly and tirelessly for...and they are buffalo wings, nyc 'ZA, phility cheezsteak and fish n chips. I went not too long ago to J.J.'s to sample their fishy...
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2007
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Great looking pub

I just wish the people in Avondale would support it more. "Waltzing...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 12/24/2007
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Amazing

Bartenders and waitstaff are awesome; I have never had a bad experience since I started going there about 3 years ago. People who I have seen have issues there have been rude themselves. If you're nice, the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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Good Place, Nice Atmosphere

Good food, although it is, at times, difficult to get the attention of service personnel. Prices are in-line with expectations.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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Not very Irish, but we like it

This is really not like any pub you'll find in Ireland. Too big, too open, too clean and not smokey enough. The food is good - but not representative of any pub food. The beer and ale selection is good and the...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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No service, rude wait staff

Atrocious service. I can't comment on anything else because we couldn't get anyone to serve us. The restaurant was half-empty around 7:00 pm last Saturday, but the wait staff walked by our table several times...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/27/2007
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nice place, poor service

People in Avondale love JJ because it makes them feel like they are living in a real little town. The food here is generally very good. The athmosphere is nice, laidback but civilized. The service is without...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2007
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where's my waiter

One of our favorite places. Great fish & chips and cold beer. Nice place to enjoy Sunday brunch with a bloody mary. Service has always been pretty good. However our last visit was about 9:30 on a Friday when...
kudzu.com - user review - 01/05/2007
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Avondale aint so bad

This little spot is a grand place for a pint or ten in Avondale. Sure no one that doesnt live near by has any idea where it is but its next to the Waffle House if it helps. Good bartenders and a nice patio for...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2006
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Fun outdoor patio

The patio at the James Joyce is a fantastic place to drink away a sunny afternoon. The menu isn't all that inventive, but the food we had was good bar fare. We'll definitely go back.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/10/2006
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Great Irish Pub! Wonderful atmosphere!

This is a fantastic Irish Pub, very active in the community. It provides a fabulous meeting place for neighbors and visitors to the area and has comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, with fountains and...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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Four star food in an Irish pub with a sense of community that can't be beat.

I discovered the James Joyce Irish Pub a little over two years ago. Since then, I have enjoyed the best food and camaraderie to be found in any bar or pub for miles around. My family, friends and colleagues...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/14/2006
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JOY is back in JOYCE !

Great Irish Pub with all the fixin's! If you haven't been in recently, you must see the changes that I've noticed over the last several years! New menu - that is very Irish and carefully crafted to resemble a...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2006
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James Joyce Pub

We love James Joyce Pub in Avondale Estates!The fish and chips are fantastic, much fresher and more "English" than at other places. Other favorites include chicken fingers, spinach-artichoke dip, ...
judysbook.com - user review - 09/03/2006
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loud, louD, loUD, lOUD, LOUD

The noise level is deafening..food OK, beer super, service?? Do they have service here? Hummm..I must have missed that part...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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Good options

As the name says this is an Irish pub, however don't expect to find many Irish meal on the menu. This is my only compaint. No cornbeef and cabbage or haggass. They do have sheppard's pie, which is very good....
kudzu.com - user review - 06/03/2006
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Great Patio

Really good patio, good food (especially the fish and chips) - fun place for a group or loud family event. Great for St. Patrick's Day.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/23/2006
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tux1313

Great atmosphere. Great food. They change the menu from time to time and try new foods. Great service.
kudzu.com - user review - 03/15/2006
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Great food, atmosphere

I lived in Ireland for 2 years and these folks have gotten it right. Great brown bread, authentic bangers, and tasty shepherd's pie.
kudzu.com - user review - 02/19/2006
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Relaxing

Great place to go with friends, sometimes too many kids running around, menu is fairly good, changes sometimes for the better or worst.
kudzu.com - user review - 01/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Three M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Friendly service, a fantastic beer selection, good hearty pub fare and a nice atmosphere. I love that they have an outside patio with a fireplace. It's an easy, go-to place if you're in the mood for...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2005
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Great Pints

Love this place for pints and the patio is great
citysearch.com - user review - 12/26/2005
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Great atmosphere

A little loud for my taste, but if you're looking for a loud Irish pub, this place is for you. Trivia night always seems packed.
kudzu.com - user review - 12/24/2005
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Great spot

Don't miss out on one of the best patios on Decatur! Great for a sunny day and when it gets cold,the covered porch (with outdoor fireplaces) can't be beat. Food is good, prices are very reasonable and the...
kudzu.com - user review - 12/13/2005
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Great Atmosphere

This authentic-looking pub will make you think you've landed in Dublin. The food is good and reasonably priced, but go for the atmosphere.
kudzu.com - user review - 12/12/2005
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New Menu Takes the "JOY" out of Joyce

James Joyce was a really great place for beer and pub food, until a few weeks ago. James Joyce was a great spot for a Guiness and some really good food, until several weeks ago. That's when they removed all of...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE

The servers were slow. The food took forever. and to top it all off - I was served a BOWL FULL of RED WINE in my salad!! The waitress told me that red wine was similar to vinagerette dressing and to taste it...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2005
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Solid.

Great beer, better than average food that is a tad pricey, but overall a good place to kick back, relax, and cultivate a solid buzz....
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2005
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Don't Forget Brunch

James Joyce has a FABULOUS brunch. My favorite (and the fav of many of my friends) is the crab cakes benedict. Enjoying brunch on the comfortable JJ patio is a perfect weekend morning.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2005
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Best Ribs In Town!!!

This place may be an Irish Pub and specialize in items such as Fish and Chips, Irish Stew, and Sheppards Pie...all of which are great, but the ribs are SPECTACULAR! I've eaten ribs all over this city in BBQ...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/29/2004
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Great Food, Fun, and Staff

If you are looking for a place for great food, fun, and excellent service, James Joyce is the place to go. The patio is great, and Thursday trivia is a blast! The bartenders and wait staff are a delight,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2004
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Worth many visits!

The atmosphere of the James Joyce is wonderful and you'll feel right at home with the pleasant service. The owners and a chef have talked to me and my guests when they have the time. I highly recommend two...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2004
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Gayot

the namesake author peers from behind his spectacles in a large black-and-white photograph. dark woods and tudor-style architecture enhance the ambience. irish breakfast on saturday or sunday comes with all...
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