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7 Best Irish Pubs in Munich

Looking for an Irish pub in Munich? The right choice depends on whether you want relaxed drinks, a casual meal, live football or a sociable evening with friends.

Compare the atmosphere, food options, sport coverage and location before setting out. For busy fixtures or group plans, check availability and consider reserving with time, especially when you need a table.

How this guide is ordered

The options are ordered by how clearly they suit common pub plans: food, live sport, group atmosphere, solo visits and convenient central locations. Availability for major matches and larger parties should always be confirmed before travelling. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.

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Munich's Top Irish-Style Pubs

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#1
The Old Irish
4.7574 reviews
Relaxed evening drinksCasual dinners
#2
Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant
4.48314 reviews
Watching sport in a lively pubLunch or dinner near Sendlinger Tor
#3
Kilians Irish Pub
4.47597 reviews
Watching live sport on multiple screensLively group evenings with food and drinks
#4
Irish Pub Dubliner
4.41348 reviews
Watching football
#5
Molly Malone's
4.31406 reviews
Watching football over beerDrinks-focused evenings in Au-Haidhausen
#6
Shamrock Irish Pub
4.21597 reviews
Student nights and karaoke
#7
Scholars Lounge Irish Pub
4.21521 reviews
Solo visitors who want food at the bar and a sociable atmosphere

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Compare 7 Irish Pubs in Munich

The Old Irish #1
What stands out

  • Outdoor seating

The Old Irish

4.7574 reviews
Giselastraße 11, 80802 München-Schwabing-Freimann, Germany
Best for
Relaxed evening drinksCasual dinners

The Old Irish is a cozy Irish folk pub on Giselastraße 11 in Schwabing. Its warm, wooden atmosphere suits relaxed evenings over beer, cocktails, wine or spirits, while the menu covers dinner, light food and late-night bites. Outdoor seating adds flexibility when the weather allows.

The pub also offers vegan options, making it easier to plan a casual meal with a mixed group. Its welcoming character and intimate setting work particularly well for after-work drinks, low-key dates and an unhurried night in one of Munich’s most lively neighborhoods.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant #2
What stands out

  • plenty of screens

  • lunch and dinner

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant

4.48314 reviews
Sendlinger-Tor-Platz 11, 80336 München-Altstadt-Lehel, Germany
Best for
Watching sport in a lively pubLunch or dinner near Sendlinger Tor

Kennedy's brings a lively Irish-pub atmosphere to Sendlinger-Tor-Platz in central Munich, with plenty of screens that make sport a major part of the experience. Its energetic crowd and familiar pub setting are particularly well suited to social get-togethers.

Food is served at lunch and dinner, alongside beer, cocktails, coffee and other alcoholic drinks. Visitors can dine in, order takeaway or take a seat outdoors, while the setup is also comfortable for a solo meal. Queues can form when the pub is busy, so reserving well ahead is a sensible step for anyone arranging a planned visit or sports outing.

Kilians Irish Pub #3

Kilians Irish Pub

4.47597 reviews
Frauenplatz 11, 80331 München, Germany
Best for
Watching live sport on multiple screensLively group evenings with food and drinks

Set beside the Frauenkirche in Munich’s old town, Kilians combines an Irish pub with Ned Kelly’s Australian Bar under one roof. The central Frauenplatz setting makes it an easy fit for a meal, drinks or an evening built around live entertainment.

Live sport is a major draw, with multiple screens and a projector helping the room work well for big fixtures. Music and dancing add another layer to the lively atmosphere, while the drinks selection spans beer and cocktails. The room can become loud during a game, which is part of the appeal for groups seeking energy rather than a quiet pint. Food is served for lunch and dinner, and the service stands out for being attentive even when the pub is busy. Outdoor seating adds another option, and solo diners are also accommodated.

Irish Pub Dubliner #4

Irish Pub Dubliner

4.41348 reviews
Platzl 2, 80331 München-Altstadt-Lehel, Germany
Best for
Watching football

At Platzl in the heart of Munich, Irish Pub Dubliner delivers a busy, energetic pub atmosphere with a proper Guinness, large screens for live sport and a broad international food offer. Pizza, pasta, Indian dishes and Irish favourites give groups plenty of flexibility, while cocktails, coffee, small plates and late-night food keep the menu going beyond the match.

The compact interior adds to the close-knit pub feel, with outdoor seating and dancing extending the occasion when the crowd is lively. It suits football nights, informal celebrations and visitors looking for an Irish-style pub close to the city centre.

Molly Malone's #5

Molly Malone's

4.31406 reviews
Kellerstraße 21, 81667 München-Au-Haidhausen, Germany
Best for
Watching football over beerDrinks-focused evenings in Au-Haidhausen

Molly Malone's is an Irish pub in Au-Haidhausen where beer, cocktails and football provide the clearest draw. Its lively match-night atmosphere works well for watching a game over drinks, although service can slow when the pub fills for football.

Food is served at the bar from lunch through dinner, with late-night options and familiar fare such as fish and chips. Dining is a less consistent strength than the drinks-led pub experience. Outdoor seating adds another option at its Kellerstraße 21 location.

Shamrock Irish Pub #6

Shamrock Irish Pub

4.21597 reviews
Trautenwolfstraße 6, 80802 München-Schwabing-Freimann, Germany
Best for
Student nights and karaoke

Shamrock Irish Pub brings a lively late-night atmosphere to Trautenwolfstraße 6 in Schwabing. The offer includes beer, cocktails, spirits, coffee, food and bar snacks, with dancing, happy-hour drinks and late-night options adding to its social focus. Its location near LMU makes it particularly appealing to students and younger groups looking for an energetic Irish-pub night.

Tuesday student karaoke is one of the venue’s clearest draws, while other evenings center on music, dancing and a busy crowd. It is better suited to social nightlife than a quiet meal, especially when karaoke or other events are taking place.

Scholars Lounge Irish Pub #7
What stands out

  • visually striking interior and lively atmosphere

  • The attentive, friendly and welcoming service

Scholars Lounge Irish Pub

4.21521 reviews
Hochbrückenstraße 3, 80331 München-Altstadt-Lehel, Germany
Best for
Solo visitors who want food at the bar and a sociable atmosphere

Set in Munich’s Altstadt-Lehel district, Scholars Lounge brings a distinctly social Irish-pub format to Hochbrückenstraße 3. Its visually striking interior and lively atmosphere make the room part of the appeal, and it has also hosted karaoke for a more animated night out.

The drinks selection spans beer, spirits and cocktails, with coffee also available. Food is served for seated dining and at the bar, covering quick bites, small plates and late-night orders. The format works for stopping in alone as well as settling in with company. The attentive, friendly and welcoming service is a genuine strength. With options suited to both a quick stop and a fuller pub meal, the combination of responsive hospitality, flexible food choices and energetic entertainment gives Scholars Lounge a clear identity among Munich’s Irish pubs.

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Map of Irish pubs in Munich

The listed pubs cover several useful parts of Munich, including venues near Sendlinger Tor, the Frauenkirche and Au-Haidhausen. Central options can work well when your evening already includes sightseeing, shopping or a meal nearby.

Use the map to compare each pub with your starting point and planned route. A slightly farther venue may be worthwhile for a particular match, food plan or atmosphere, while central locations can be more convenient for spontaneous drinks.

What you can find

  • Relaxed drinksChoose a comfortable setting for an easy evening over drinks, either alone or with a small group.
  • Casual pub mealsSeveral options suit lunch, dinner or a simple meal at the bar alongside drinks.
  • Live footballSome venues focus on football and live sport, with screens suited to match-day viewing.
  • Multiple-screen sportFor important fixtures, look for pubs offering live sport across multiple screens.
  • Group eveningsSome pubs are a practical fit for lively gatherings with food and drinks.
  • Solo pub visitsFood at the bar and a sociable atmosphere can make certain venues comfortable for solo visitors.
  • Karaoke nightsIf you want entertainment beyond sport, one option is associated with student nights and karaoke.

How to choose an Irish pub

  1. Decide whether the priority is food, drinks, football or live entertainment.
  2. For a major match, ask which fixture is being shown and whether tables can be reserved.
  3. Choose a central venue near Sendlinger Tor or the Frauenkirche if you are combining the pub with sightseeing.
  4. Consider Au-Haidhausen for a drinks-focused evening rather than a central sightseeing route.
  5. For a group, confirm table availability before travelling, particularly on match nights.
  6. If visiting alone, check whether the venue offers food at the bar and a comfortable social setting.

Frequently asked questions

Which Irish pub in Munich is best for watching football?

Several listed pubs cater to football fans, but the best fit depends on the fixture, atmosphere and screen setup you want. Kennedy’s Bar and Restaurant, Kilians Irish Pub, Irish Pub Dubliner and Molly Malone’s all suit different match-day plans.

Confirm the game, start time and table availability before travelling, as popular fixtures can fill quickly.

Can I find an Irish pub near Sendlinger Tor?

Yes. Kennedy’s Bar and Restaurant is suited to lunch or dinner near Sendlinger Tor, as well as watching sport in a lively setting.

Its location can be convenient if you are already spending time in the surrounding central area. For a match or a larger party, contact the pub ahead of time rather than relying on a walk-in table.

Which Munich Irish pub is suitable for a casual meal?

The Old Irish is a natural option for casual dinners, while Kennedy’s Bar and Restaurant also suits lunch or dinner. Kilians Irish Pub is another choice for combining food and drinks with a lively group evening.

Check the current food service and seating situation before setting out, especially outside standard meal times.

Are there Irish pubs in Au-Haidhausen?

Molly Malone’s is associated with drinks-focused evenings in Au-Haidhausen and can suit visitors who want to stay in that part of Munich. It is also a possible choice for watching football over beer.

Compare the location with your route and confirm what is being shown if live sport is the main reason for your visit.

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