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O'Connell's Pub

4652 Shaw Ave
St Louis, MO 63110-2222
Phone: (314) 773-6600
Citysearch
Price:
$
Best of Citysearch:
Hamburger 2007, Hamburger 2006
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11am-1:30am, Sun 12pm-11pm

Editorial Review for O'Connell's Pub – by John S. McFarland

The Scene
Somewhere between the earthly paradise of the Botanical Gardens and the culinary one of the Hill (it's 4652 Shaw Avenue, actually) can be found a little bit of the old sod in O'Connell's Pub. The patina of the bar's paneling, dark as the Guinness that has brimmed glasses since proprietor Jack Parker took up residence after the demise of Gaslight Square, puts one in mind of the Dublin of Joyce and Yeats.

The Food
Patrons come to order one of the best burgers in town, thick and flavorful. Fries are thin, crisp and not too salty. Burgers come in two sizes, thankfully, as do many of the other sandwiches on the menu, including a very good one of roast beef. Peel-and-eat shrimp are good, and you can't go wrong with an order of the daily special: Thursdays it's a Reuben, Fridays fish and chips.

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Insider Tips

Eat-N-Shop

Climb the stairs to Jack Parker Antiques to see the finest in late 19th and early 20th century paintings, Mission furniture and American Indian artifacts.

Non-Smokers Beware

It's all smoking all the time, so if you don't like the scent of Marlboros lingering around your food, you may want to find somewhere else to get dinner.

User Reviews for O'Connell's Pub

Citysearch (20), Dine.com (4 ), Trip Advisor (1 ), Judy's Book (1 ), All (26)

3 Star Rating: Average

05/23/2007 Posted by aarti15

I'm a visitor to St. Louis, so I decided to give O'Connell's a try for their famous burgers and maybe complement that with an Irish spirit. The burgers are truly very tasteful, but what made my experience is Mike - the man behind the bar and truly the best bartender I've come across in St. Louis. He knew how to treat a customer and what to suggest especially when it comes to drinks - if you're not sure what to try, just leave it to Mike. The question now is "how will I know it's Mike?" Well, just look for the guy who looks like Sam Elliot with silver hair and mustache standing comfortably behind the bar.

Pros: Good price and excellent service (just ask for Mike)

Cons: Limited parking space

3 Star Rating: Average

09/20/2006 Posted by lcon82

Great food, Absolutely terrible service. I used to put up with it, but now I think no burger is worth being treated like dirt.

Pros: Good food, great burgers

Cons: Terrible service

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Editor's Review

Travel off the beaten path for some of the best burgers and fries.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Eat-N-Shop

Climb the stairs to Jack Parker Antiques to see the finest in late 19th and early 20th century paintings, Mission furniture and American Indian artifacts.

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Restaurant Information

Smoking

  • Yes

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 11am-1:30am
  • Sun 12pm-11pm

Payment Types

  • Cash
  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard

Cuisines

  • Hamburgers
  • American (Traditional)

Meal Price

  • $

Amenities

  • Bar Scene
  • Group Dining
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Brewpub
  • Kid Friendly
  • Date Spot
  • Lunch Spot

Recognition for O'Connell's Pub

2007 Audience Winner - Hamburger
2006 Audience Winner - Hamburger

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