The Most Delectable Pubs in Newark

Johnny's Pub

★★★★☆ 4.3 (49) • $

"Friendly neighborhood dive bar. Rhonda is amazing and their Friday night karaoke with Adonis is not to be missed. Definitely worth a visit."

Brew City Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (750) • $$

"I like the atmosphere. However, we must have visited on an off day because our entire party left food on the table. We were one of four tables, so it wasn't busy. Onion rings were greasy. Sandwich was poorly made. Steak was grisly. Pizza arrived at the table with the cheese sliding off one edge. Mushroom burger had few mushrooms. Fries were unevenly salted- one side extra salty, other side unsalted.The curds were great and the only item completely eaten. But the portion seemed less than a full portion when compared with pictures from other yelpers."

Buddies Pub

★★★★☆ 3.9 (73) • $$

"The pizza was pretty good. The bread wasn't too thick and the toppings tasted fresh. The service was excellent. The woman server who took care of us did excellent job checking on my table multiple times for refills and if we needed anything else. The inside of the place is clean and very new looking."

Good Karma Fine Ales Food HiFi

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $

"Have you ever been in a space where you are looking for something, but you can't quite put your finger on it? I came here on a random Thursday evening when San Jose Block Party was taking place. A friend told me he was going to have a pop up show, and remembering this was a place that always seemed to have great beers on tap, I threw on my Moms That Beer shirt, mustered up some energy for positivity, and arrived to Good Karma around 7:15 pm. I was immediately indecisive when I saw the beers on tap. Too many good choices, and the the first beer you pick to drink will generally set the feel of my drinking pace. Who was I tonight: Was I feeling like something outside of my comfort zone, or an agreeable hazy? Seeing the sour selection and hearing the beer tender talk to the customers in front of me, I decided to start with a Blueberry sour. And it did not disappoint. The Lysn Band started warming up, and it was to my dismay that outside seating was pretty full. But, what I did not expect was the warmth of the welcoming I received from 3 friends eating dinner and drinking beer who allowed me to join in their table, but also conversation. And just like that, I had 3 new friends, and soon a 4th, and I quickly realized, Good Karma is not just a restaurant. Good Karma is a living community of energy. Bob, the owner, cultivates a friendly staff, from the chef to the beer tender, and it attracts the type of people you want to get to know over a new beer. So, I came out that night without knowing what I wanted in that moment. What I found: great beers, yummy food, and community. But, one thing that always makes me happy: live music. So if your routine could benefit from more music, every Sunday at 7 pm, catch a live jazz session with the Sunday Messengers Quartet until 9 pm. A weekly dose of Jazz always does a body good."

The Village Pub

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$$

"Hands down, the best Michelin restaurant in the peninsula. We had a reservation for a Sunday night, at 5pm. We were probably the third party to be seated so not bad. It quickly filled up throughout the night, but it wasn't overly packed. I really liked our table, as we sat right in front of the mini kitchen window, w/ a glimpse of one of the chefs grilling the meat every now and then. Service was phenomenal: so many good things to say about our waitress. Friendly, knowledgeable, attentive, patience, respectful - the list can go on and on. Food is exceptional: from appetizer, to entrees, to dessert. Everything was on point. The only thing I would request next time is a little less salt on our food. They went a little extra on our appetizer/entrees so I was extremely thirsty with every bite I took. Nonetheless, the presentation and the actual dish were spectacular. My absolute favorite was the duck breast. I highly, highly recommend that you don't skip out on it. The sear on it was exactly to perfection and the crust. Oh my. You would have to try it to know exactly what I'm talking about.As for the dessert: I was excited to try a chocolate soufflé; however, 1/2 way through I realize that if you're not that much of a fan on chocolate, as much as it sounds appetizing, it's heavy. No way I could've finished it even if I wanted to. There are a couple of other options so we will try out the others next time we're back. Their menu changes but duck will always be on their menu, just w/ minor slight changes. After a weekend in Carmel, I am so glad we ended the night here."

The Rose & Crown

★★★★☆ 3.6 (514) • $$

"An institution in downtown Palo Alto. Service is friendly and pleasant. Food is serviceable with nothing that stands out. Lots of tables inside and out. Fills up on Stanford football game days. Great beer selection!"

Firehouse No.1 Gastropub

★★★★☆ 3.9 • $$$

"I went with a group of 7 ladies for drinks and food and everything was delicious. We ordered the cheesesteak, cheeseburger, the ribeye, rosemary garlic chicken, and mac n cheese, mushroom pasta and then a shrimp pasta dish. We made it kind of family style to try everything, and each dish was amazing. I was raving about it to my bf and daughter and I told them they had to try it. Needless to say, I'll be back. The service was great, and we were checked on a lot through our meal. It gets super loud inside, but it's a good place to get together with people."

Britannia Arms

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (581) • $$

"They are not your average British Pub and there is nothing wrong with that!O R D E R E D- Fish and Chips- Sausage Rolls- Fried Artichoke- Shepherd's Pie- Mushroom Chicken- Potato SkinsV E R D I C TTheir service is great and their team is so friendly and gave great recommendations on food and drinks. They have such a huge drink selection in by drinks. I'm talking about your mock tails, cocktails, and beers. Their cocktails are so creative and for anyone who just wants to have a good time without a little bit of booze you are in the right spot and for those who do want a bit of booziness to their drink, definitely ask your server or bartender what the monthly cocktail specials are because they change those every month to keep you on your toes! They have some drinks that are more on the fruity side. They also have some that are more on the floral side. You just gotta be specific on what you like and want.Food did not disappoint and to be honest, I didn't know bar / pub food could taste so good, like full restaurant quality. Hot plate, fresh ingredients and oh so tasty! I will tell you this right now that their fish and chips is award-winning because of their secret ingredient which I won't expose, but it is hands-down, the best! My second favorite item is a tough one because it's actually between their shepherds pie and their appetizer sausage rolls, which is like their version of pigs in a blanket. They use a style sausage and if you've never tried it, you have to! Again, you will not be disappointed here in any department whether is drink food or entertainment. Did I mention that their outdoor patio also has TV screens available to watch any sports game of your choice? Well, I just did so don't miss out on having happy hours, birthday celebrations, or any group gatherings here because you will have an awesome time!"

Out of the Barrel

★★★★☆ 4.3 (231) • $$

"My wife and I love goto the pruneyard for date nights as they have some of the coolest restaurants (Luna, Orchard City Kitchen, ect.) Whenever we goto Luna - there's generally a 20-30+ wait when we arrive so we usually make our way next door to Out of the Barrel for a drink. This place is a small but super cool taproom. There's limited seating inside but the outdoors have plenty of bench and table seating. It's a very friendly and informal environment which makes it very approachable and enjoyable when hanging with great company over a craft beer. Every time I've visited, the bartenders have good and positive energy and will seek you out even through a busy crowd. I used to be an avid beer drinker - primarily IPA's but I have transitioned mainly to wine and whiskey over the last few years. This place sources from independent craft breweries so you'll find some hidden gems that you won't find at your local grocery store. For the wine lovers - while there is a limited selection, I'm just happy that they offer an option for us. They essentially offer one of each type of wine (Pinot noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, ect.) We ordered a bottle of red wine - Cabernet Sauvignon. It was fairly priced and delivered for its priced point. I will point out that red wine typically needs to be stored around 55-65 Fahrenheit. When we got the bottle, the temp felt like it was stored with the beers, just something to note for ownership.Overall, always have a great time here. Perfect place to enjoy company over some drinks and even catch a sports game. They also have craft beer you can purchase to go. Come check this place out!"

IBU Taproom & Bottle Shop

★★★★☆ 4.4 (231) • $$

"Hidden little gem in a random strip mall next to a daycare center. The taproom is connected to a pizza place. They have a large variety of beer, cider and other drinks. Everyone was super friendly and knowledgeable. Plenty of sitting room, large tables, lots of TVs. I would definitely recommend giving this place a try. Casual setting and great vibes."

Lanesplitter Pizza & Pub

★★★☆☆ 3 (335) • $$

"Okay, it's April 1st, 2022, April Fools Day! DoorDash sends me this offer of "40%-off or $9.00 off" any pizza from Lanesplitter Pizza in Emeryville. What? Is this some kind of joke? Hey, I'm taking this deal. But wait, what's up with all these mixed Yelp reviews? Yikes.....oh well, time to earn that Maverick Badge. Ok, so I ordered a 15" Medium Neapolitan Pepperoni Pizza. It arrives in a plain brown box. No coupons, no thank you card. Nothing to try and get repeat business. Also, no free Parmesan cheese or Pepper packets. So it's like a generic pizza. This is not a good sign.So, this is supposed to be an East Coast style pizza. What's that mean?-large slices-thin, crispy crust, sometimes charred-traditional and classic style pizza-made with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and meat/veggie toppingsYes, that's what I received, an East Coast pizza. Big, thin, foldable slices. I warmed up my pizza in the oven for 6-mins @ 400*F. It came out hot, with beautiful colors and good taste. A little on the oily side. I like my pizza with more cheese.When you're hungry, any pizza is good pizza.This pizza was okay, so 3-stars."

Raleigh's Pub

★★★★☆ 4 (250) • $$

"I was kind of not looking forward to coming here for our work outing, which was at AxeVentures, but I was pleasantly surprised when we arrived. Very clean, bright, and the menu was really extensive! Food was pretty decent, affordable, and had lots of pescetarian and vegetarian options."

St. Stephen's Green

★★★★☆ 3.5 (729) • $$

"St Stephen's Green Mountain View CA Tue 8/22/23Meeting Google Analytics Director for beers! Irish pub I've frequented plenty when I had Mountain View office on Castro!Found my old review! Update time is due!©Silicon Valley Irish Fleadh! Sláinte!My dearest friends don't you forget, It's All In A Day's Work they say! And by that I mean the actual workday From sunrise to waaaay past the sunset!This Tuesday early evening visit we ordered Buffalo wings & Sausage & Colcannon, and drunk beers & Irish whiskey! Celebratory ambiance in the air & people come to enjoy outside patio, play music & sing songs!Space Dust beer, Irish whiskey, life's good!A little bit of business, a tad of relaxation!Stephen's Green offers Super Happy Hour SHH 4-5:30 & Happy Hour HH staggered over it 5:30-6:30. Would you've guessed we stayed through both, you'd be 100% correct!Buffalo wings SHH $13 & HH $13Sausage & Colcannon SHH $13 & HH $22My Space Dust SHH $7 & HH $8Drafts SHH $5 & HH $6Vodka, Gin, Tequila, Whiskey, Scotch, RumSHH $5 & HH $6I do have to bring up one memorable experience from the past! A friend & a colleague celebrated milestone birthday catered by Stephen's Green one summer 7-8 years ago. A scavenger hunt with lunch here, it was fun! Classic simple dishes & I still remember, Mac-n-Cheese, Chicken wings, crispy lettuce salad, good ole beers, great times! Meeting friends & catching up is better nowhere else but at St Stephen's Green! Solid food, reliable service, original charm retained over the years! Lotsa spots on Castro dissipated, this one survives the turbulence of times, because it sticks to its guns! The vibe makes you some back every time!*Well, you're walkin' through a city street, you could be in PeruAnd you hear a distant calling & you know it's meant for youThen you drop what you were doing & you join the merry mobAnd before you know just where you are, you're in an Irish pub!So whether you sing or pull a pint, you'll always have a job'Cause wherever you go around the world you'll find an Irish pub![ Update Review #775 w 4 pix on Aug 24, 2023 ]Sláinte! @Stephen's Green Mountain View CA Tue 8/22/23Silicon Valley Irish Fleadh! @Stephen's Green Mountain View CA Tue 8/22/23Irish Whiskey! @St Stephen's Green Mountain View CA Tue 8/22/23St Stephen's Green Mountain View CA Tue 8/22/23"

Monkey King Pub & Grub

★★★★☆ 3.5 • $$

"My first impressions of Monkey King Pub & Grub were that they are certainly the place to be for late night eating and drinking! Our host/waiter was a very friendly guy who greeted us and we waited a few minutes to be seated at our table. The place was very busy and a bit noisy but that's what to expect since this pub was filled with families and friends who were there to get their "Grub-On"!!! By the looks of things at other tables there were quite a few dishes that looked really good and delicious...this being my first time there my friend and I ordered their Wonton Soup (we ordered extra Wonton), an order of Garlic Noodles, Spicy/Sweet Korean Style Chicken Wings, Mango Lemonade and their Lychee Lemonade. Everything that we ordered was delicious especially the Korean Style Chicken Wings...they were Tangy and Sweet just the way we like them."

Evergreen Inn & Pub

★★★★☆ 3.7 (465) • $$

"Service here is great. Our waitress came by to check on us couple times to make sure everything's good. Food came out fairly quick. The interior gives me a nostalgic feeling of the 2000s :)Would come back more often since it's close by and the food portion was huge."

Triple Rock Brewery & Ale House

★★★★☆ 3.7 • $$

"My friends and I came here to attend a friend's band's concert. Hubby dropped my friend and I off and another couple of friends drove but had a hard time finding parking on a Friday night so they parked in a lot. This is a humongous place with two big rooms and a rooftop with seating. I hadn't eaten dinner so using the QR code on the table, you can order drinks and meal and/or appetizers and pay on your phone, very convenient! They have a huge menu! We had a Diamond Dealer moscow mule, beer, cheese croquettes, fried brussel sprouts, a basket of french fries and a buttermilk fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw. The drinks and food came out pretty quickly and there is plenty of seating inside the venue. I thoroughly enjoyed the Diamond drink, along with the crispy french fries and fried chicken sandwich. Next time, I'll try one of their beers since it is a brewery!"

Ben 'N Nick's

★★★★☆ 4.3 (82) • $$

"Ben 'N Nick's is one of my favorite places to grab a pint and a quick bite to eat. It's good pub food at a good price point. Service is always super friendly, and there are a few tables outside, if that's your preference (heat lamps don't always work, though). A minor gripe is that aside from salads and a few celery sticks, there are hardly any vegetables on the menu. It's a cash-free establishment."

The Starry Plough

★★★★☆ 4.1 (404) • $$

"Absolutely baller Irish dancing night. I also love that you can stash your bag behind the bar to keep it safe while dancing. Solid beer menu. Didn't try the food."

Seawolf

★★★★☆ 4.1 (299) • $$

"Awesome neighborhood spot. Great place to watch a game and grab a bite in a nice chill, relaxed, atmosphere. Great service and food with outdoor seating.There tacos are awesome here I highly recommend them.Mix n matchem for $10 for 3."

Rice Junky

★★★★☆ 4.4 (509) • $$

"Weekday dinner turned into an absolute FEAST! My friend and I decided to treat ourselves, and wow, did we go all in! The vibes here are top-tier! Cute decor, super welcoming staff, and an easy tablet ordering system. We kicked things off with their ice cream soju drinks, which seemed light and cute... until they hit us with a sneaky punch. Food-wise, we skipped the rice bowls (gotta keep the figures in check) and went for a mix of their pan dishes. The CC Pan Dish (Cocaine Chicken) + corn cheese was an elite combo: sweet, flavorful, and comforting. The pork pan dish with macaroni salad was just as delicious, and the Pig Ponzu Salad? Easily my favorite. If you love ponzu, you need to try it! The seafood pancake was crispy and tasty, but I wish it came with more dipping sauce. Also tried their skewers, which were fun to share, but honestly, a bit too much work for me. Huge shoutout to the store manager who checked in on us and convinced us to try the $5 hot sake deal. Let's just say it took our night up a notch. Portions were generous, and we had plenty to take home for lunch the next day. Definitely coming back with friends, especially since they stay open late!"

The Rake at Admiral Maltings

★★★★☆ 3.8 (119) • $$

"I have been here at least five times and I keep forgetting to write a review. Love this little spot to drop in and grab an ice cold beer, especially in the warmer months... and these pretzels are one of a kind with a honey butter sauce and a beer sauce that are ridiculously delicious. You almost have to get two pretzels one for each of the sauces so you can enjoy both the gluttony is real and yes, they are THAT good.I've legit gone out of my way just to come here and buy six pretzels to share with friends. The seating is grown since the last time I was here inside outside deck, shaded, and Non with a bowl or two spread around for the four-legged friends. Of course, do not bring your four good friends if they are not already trained as there's not a lot of maneuverability when this place is crowded because it's soooo good, it often is.The selection changes and so do some of the staff. This round we didn't have the friendliest server when they brought our food out. Not sure what that was about because we didn't even interact with them previously. However, the person that took our order was incredibly friendly, very helpful and quite knowledgeable about the offerings. His choices were pristine!Great place to visit connect with friends and just hang out in the open air and great weather."

Duke of Edinburgh

★★★★☆ 3.6 (644) • $$

"Sadly, this place is no longer in a good location. When it opened, Hewlett-Packard was across the street, and many of its employees would come there after work. Now that Apple is there, workers leave on the buses right away, or they eat at one of Apple's many cafeterias. In addition, the shopping centre next-door was much much smaller, and wasn't ethnically focused. Because of the Asian mall, it's easy to overlook this place. Consequently, this places very often nearly empty.Despite no longer being the place for after work drinks or watching English football with rowdy fans, it's still nice. I think the food has improved, and the drink selection is as large as it has always been. The staff is very responsive to guests and even to suggestions for the menu. If you have a large group, you will easily be accommodated either in the back room or in the back half of the main room. There are also nice places for two or four diners along the side."

The Bistro

★★★★☆ 4 (236) • $$

"The Bistro has been in downtown Hayward for years! They have live bands on certain nights which is great! They are a cash only bar, but don't fret as they do have an ATM inside. Their beer selection changes as they bring in new bears to try. In my most recent visit I saw they now offer charcuterie boards as a snack as they also have a wine list to choose from. They have plenty of seating inside as well as an outdoor patio to enjoy in a nice day or if you want to bring your dog. The staff is always nice every time I decide to stop in. During SF beer week in February they also have the Double IPA festival where they have over 100 breweries and you can sample their beers for a free. It's a very nice festival to have here in Hayward. If you want some chill vibes, check them out!"

Ryan's Pub

★★★★☆ 4.2 (76) • $$

"Had way too much fun!! Karaoke night was crazy! Nice casual spot, good drinks, nice people. Definitely going back!"