Crabcakes at murphys irish pub #5
Crabcakes at murphys irish pub #5

Murphy’s Irish Pub: A Taste of Ireland in Alexandria

The Best Irish Food In Town If you’re looking for a taste of Ireland in Alexandria, look no further than Murphy’s Irish Pub. This restaurant is a beloved local spot that offers not only delicious made-to-order Irish cuisine, but also friendly bar service and lively weekly events. Whether you’re a local or just passing through,

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The Flavors of Murphy’s Sunday Brunch

Did you know that the foods you eat on a daily basis can be broken down into just a few basic tastes? To be exact, there’s five: sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami. Let’s take a tour of what these unique taste sensations have to offer – and, we’ll pair them up with some tasty

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A Very Irish 4th Of July Celebration!

The Fourth of July is a special holiday that Americans all over the country enjoy celebrating. Besides it being a great day to spend time with loved ones and relax, it’s the day we celebrate our freedoms. And what better way to celebrate life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness than fine dining in Alexandria

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Have Your Fish and Chips And Eat Them Too

What do you need from your favorite place? Let’s discuss.  Yesterday, I was chatting at the bar with a woman while she waited for her friend. We struck up an easy conversation as I was not-so-inconspicuously taking a photo of the Murphy’s Irish Pub Shrimp Killarney. It happens every time. And the conversation went like

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Lobster Tails Are Back In Season

Like you need another reason to bite into some fresh locally sourced lobster, right? When speaking of food fit for a king, there is very little chance that anyone would miss out on pointing out a lobster a couple of times as it has traditionally been the most extravagant and royal of all cuisines. Lobster is

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Kick It Up A Notch: Blue Cheese or Swiss Burgers

Making your burger perfect can be an art form. That is why we have spent time researching the best ways to add a new flare of taste to your Murphy’s Pub burger with a selection of different cheese options. Today we wanted to bring the focus onto Blue Cheese and Swiss! Both of these cheeses

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Jameson Steak and vegetables

BEST STEAK AND POTATOES IN ALEXANDRIA VA

Merriam-Webster indicated that “meat-and-potatoes” are “of fundamental importance” — and that’s what we believe at Murphy’s, too. Sizzling steaks are our passion, and while all our Signature Sides make a great complement to any entrée, nothing hits the spot quite like red meat and potatoes. This combination is so warm and filling, it’s no wonder

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Looking For Good Eats in Alexandria VA?

First of all we might have a different idea of what good eats is in Alexandria, Virginia? In my quest for good eats in Alexandra I tried to find some definition or standard that I could use to show how much Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub In Alexandria offers good eats to all who enter it’s

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Health Benefits Of Crab

Anything you do should be done in moderation, crab legs included. I do not like hearing that but you can overindulge on anything. That being said, crab legs offer a lot of health benefits. I will confess, health and nutrients do not even cross my mind when the cravings for fresh crab legs hit. Nevertheless,

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Sustainable Seafood In Alexandria Is About Trust

Sustainable seafood starts with a choice. The simple choice to dine in an Alexandria restaurant that follows sustainable practices, can make an ocean of difference. While the seafood you eat is a renewable resource, it can be overused to extinction. Without sound practices that protect the habitat, we can deplete the oceans. This could leave

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Sunday: 
Champagne Brunch: 10am-3pm.

Monday: 
Homemade Ale Burgers: 11am-3pm.

Tuesday: 
½ Price Burgers: 4-9pm
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Trivia at 8:15pm

Wednesday:
Wing Night

Thursday: 
Steak Night: 5-9pm

Friday: 
Freedom Fridays: Discounts for Military Families

Saturday: 
Breakfast 9am-Noon
Seafood Saturday

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HAPPY HOUR: From 3pm-7pm
$2.25 OFF Irish and Craft Beers
$1.25 OFF Domestic Beers
$3.25 OFF Jameson Irish Whiskey

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Join us every Tuesday night at 8:15 pm for Pub Trivia! We are proud to partner with Brainstormer Trivia to make this event possible.

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murphys party room

Murphy’s has 40 years of experience hosting private events of all sizes. We offer a private room with special menus created by our chef.

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Murphy’s has a locally sourced and seasonal menu.

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Murphy’s has two locations to serve you. Click the link below for information about our Alexandria location.

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