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James Joyce Irish Pub in Baltimore's Harbor East - James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant, Baltimore, MD

James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant

4.5 (153)
$30 and under
Irish
616 President St, Baltimore, MD 21202

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for craft beers
Experience an authentic Irish pub experience in Baltimore with our cozy and inviting atmosphere that has welcomed locals and tourists alike for over 18 years. With its decor and furnishings imported directly from Ireland, James Joyce will transport you across thousands of miles of ocean to The Emerald Isle.

With a menu featuring traditional Irish fare and a large selection of draft beers, James Joyce will complete the true Irish pub experience by hosting live music 7 nights a week.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–02:00 Sat 11:00–02:00 Sun 11:00–01:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Brocht
  • Private party facilities
    The Private Dining Room at James Joyce is a lively choice for all seasons. The room features aretractable roof with heating for the cooler months, and a private bar. The private dining room offers premium privacy for all occasions and serves as amemorable space for celebratory events.Maximum Capacity: 46 Seated/100 Standing
  • Area
    Harbor East
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine

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What 153 people are saying

James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baltimore

    Good for groups

  • Baltimore

    Hot spot

  • Baltimore

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant offers a "perfect location" with "great service and ambiance." Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "amazing service," especially noting the impressive crab cakes and drinks. The "beautiful outdoor space" and live music create a lively atmosphere, making it a must-visit destination.
153 Reviews
  1. Bill

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good place to grab a pint & a burger before a show at Pier 6 . . .

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  2. Candy

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shout out to our waitress Candyce and the manager.

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  3. Imogen

    Baltimore / Maryland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely time! I took two of my friends out for dinner because my one friend was celebrating his birthday week. We started off at the bar for a round of beers before going to our table and the bartender was very pleasant. Once we were seated we ordered the cheese curds as our appetizer and my friends ordered the bison burger and French dip sandwich respectively while I ordered the French onion soup. Our server was very friendly and we didn't have to wait long to get our food. Everything was absolutely delicious! The French onion soup had a generous amount of cheese and the soup itself was hearty, but not overly salty. I could distinctly taste a hint of red wine in the soup which was a lovely touch with the cheese, broth and caramelized onions. We all practically INHALED the cheese curds because they were so deliciously gooey on the inside and paired well with the red pepper sauce. All-in-all I would highly recommend checking this place out!

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  4. judy VIP

    Greater Boston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    everytime we go to baltimore we eat there. on this trip we ate there twice. we love it food is great thanks

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  5. Wen-Wen VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill48 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 4 July 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect location within walking distance of our hotel. Great service and ambience.

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  6. SANAZ VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Customer Service and food! Keep it up! !
    James Joyce Irish Pub and RestaurantResponded on 3 July 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed both the food and our service. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Management

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  7. Janice VIP

    Baltimore / Maryland16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 May 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Server was very helpful and friendly. Husband had fish and chips and said it was very good. I had the hangar steak which was recommended by server. It was ok but I wouldn't rush to get it again. I was told it was very tender because it was marinated and although I can't say that it was tough - it was chewier than I would like.

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  8. Jane VIP

    Philadelphia County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food, great service, beautiful outdoor space.

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  9. Dre

    Washington, D.C. Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So I never write reviews but I found this experience I had at this establishment amazing. I came the night before with about 30 co-workers visiting for a convention. The bar was super crowded so my buddy asked one of the workers if we could sit on the patio & that we did. The manager (I think his name is Donovan) took care of literally all of us by hisself. He had the game on all the tv’s for us was super friendly and accommodating. I look forward to coming back next year.

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  10. courtney

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this sport - will definitely be back. Food was great, great location and overall vibe in the restaurant. Our server Candace was fantastic.

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FAQs

James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 801-6596.

James Joyce Irish Pub and Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 153 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Harbor East

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616 President St, Baltimore, MD 21202

Additional information

  • Area
    Harbor East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–02:00 Sat 11:00–02:00 Sun 11:00–01:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kyle Brocht
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The Private Dining Room at James Joyce is a lively choice for all seasons. The room features aretractable roof with heating for the cooler months, and a private bar. The private dining room offers premium privacy for all occasions and serves as amemorable space for celebratory events.Maximum Capacity: 46 Seated/100 Standing
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