O’Doherty’s Irish Grille

Reviews

• Tom T.

  star star star star star 1 June 2026

  Yum!
  
  I've been to the O'Doherty's on the north end a few times before they closed (sad!).  A friend of mine and I stopped for dinner prior to attending a concert across the way.  I have to be honest . . . everything was even better my previous experiences at the other location.  The services were great and checked back frequently.  I had Guinness and onion rings, and then Fish and Chips . . . the fish and onion rings were perfect; the only problem was that a couple of the fries showed signs of freezer burn, and I am not deducting a star for that when everything else was perfect.
  
  Outstanding . . . thanx!

• Jil S.

  star star star star star_border 1 June 2026

  Had a nice meal here. We sat outside. Only complaint is food wasn't as hot as I would have liked it.
  Our waiter was very friendly and service was excellent.
  The fried fish was good but we live in the OR Coast so we're super picky. Of course we've had a bit better but that doesn't make it bad. Just not exactly like fresh caught that morning.
  Scotch eggs were good, salads were good. Overall it was a nice place to eat at. We ate outside and the weather was perfect.
  Fun little store around the corner if you have have any extra time.

• Eric L.

  star star star star star 28 May 2026

  As such things go, it doesn't get better.
  
  Fish and chips include a Gorgo level monstrosity of a slab-o-fish breaded and fried so deliciously that if you're visiting Spokane from out of town and don't like Irish food or fish and chips, you will want to move to an apartment upstairs from O'Doherty's in order to be close to that moment of heaven.
  
  I *may* be exaggerating a bit, but probably only by the 12.5 percent of me that's Irish. ;-)

• John B.

  star star star star star 22 May 2026

  We went here for Restaurant Week, February 2019. We had a great time.
  
  Parking can be tricky if there is a ton of snow around as there are few street parking spaces and the parking lots are well used.
  
  The decor really does elicit  a street grunge feel with Irish undertones. If you switched the dollars for euros you could imagine you're actually in a pub in Dublin. There are just fewer people drinking pints of Guinness.
  
  My meal consisted of Irish stew, fish and chips, and apple crisp. Each course was excellent. Most notably, the fish was wonderful, moist, tender, and very filling. And the chips, when smothered in vinegar, were delicious.
  
  The wait staff were busy yet we did not feel neglected at any time. We were there on a Saturday evening at about 5:30 and the place was packed.
  
  A very pleasant experience. Worth repeated visits.

• Gayl B.

  star star star star star 17 May 2026

  Review: Restaurant Week Menu 2019
  
  It's Saturday night and the last night of Restaurant Week, so whatya gonna do? Run to the next restaurant on your list. For me, it was this pub. They have Guinness on draft, but I refrained because I'd done my research and had the Irish Coffee pegged as my third course (beer and whiskey doesn't mix well in my stomach). Luckily, the waitress was on her game and asked if I'd like my "dessert" to come early. Absolutely. Bring it on.
  
  First course: Irish stew with two huge chunks of bread. Filled with veggies and flavor, this stew was an excellent starter. Next course: fish n chips. I believe my plate included the whole fish. If you're familiar with the size of cod, then you know how much fish was on my plate. Chips were thick and just the right amount of salt. There was a small little plastic cup of coleslaw (tasty). The fish was excellent. Bring your appetite. My last course: the Irish coffee was savored throughout the meal, which worked out perfectly for me.
  
  Interior is fun. You can participant in decorating their interior by bringing a US dollar and placing your own "design" on it before sticking it on the wall or ceiling. Parking is not fun (paid at the lot next door)--easily done but added cost.
  
  Pro tip: the waitstaff doesn't seat you. You have to be aggressive! When you see someone leaving, RUN, grab the table. The waitstaff will clear the previous parties' mess later.
  
  I'll be back to experience their Guinness on draft and other entrees when parking is free. Hope I can find street parking on a Sunday.