Best Irish Pubs Hartford Near Me

4worldlovers: Vaughan’s Public House of Pratt Street, Hartford promises true Irish warmth and hospitality all day, every day. Wander in sometime for lunch, dinner, after-dinner drinks, pre-show pints, or just because. Sit. Stay. Stay some more. You may not ever want to leave. And we really don’t want you to. At Vaughan’s, today can wait till tomorrow…and tomorrow can wait till some time next week.


Come on down to the pub for a pint and a bite before—and after—all of your favorite XL Center events! To see their full calendar, head to www.XLCenter.com/events.


Our pints of Guinness were recognized nationally as a “Top 10” pint poured on this side of the pond. We offer many local Hartford suds and a healthy IPA & seasonal selection to please all palates.


Pratt Street is home to many events, from Puppy Hours to Salsa Socials to Silent Discos. Grab your furry friend, put on your dancing shoes, and grab a pint while you enjoy everything Pratt has to offer!


Here at Vaughan’s, we pride ourselves on exceptional pub grub and have been nominated and won many awards over the years for our offerings. Particular pub faves are the Shepherds Pie, Farmhouse Pie, Fish & Chips, Corned Beef Reuben, our famous Pub Burger, and many more from our diverse menu that has something for everyone—even a separate kids menu to please the wee ones!

4worldlovers: HARTFORD, CT – The Half Door, a beloved Irish Gastropub in central Connecticut for over 20 years, will close on January 23, 2023.

Locals 8 Hospitality Group was unable to reach an agreement with the landlord on how to move forward at the current location. The restaurant group is determined to reopen the restaurant at a new location later this year.

Generations of Connecticut residents have come to The Half Door in Hartford to enjoy their famous cobblestones, have an Irish pint, and celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day.

“It is tragic that this Hartford institution is forced to move, but change can be invigorating,” said Founder and CEO Allie J. Gamble. “We want to thank our many patrons for their loyalty over the last twenty-plus years and the generations of staff who made The Half Door such a beloved community resource.”

4worldlovers: Friendly local bar with craft beers, decorated walls (pigs & more), happy hour, pool & a patio.