Dana Pauley
The Harp is hands down a great place for some Irish food. The atmosphere is great, the service is top-notch, and you feel welcome when you walk in.
A big shout-out to the bartender who served us—the one who was in the military. He was absolutely amazing: friendly, respectful, and really attentive. You can tell he brings that same discipline and professionalism into his work, and it shows in how well he takes care of customers.
The owner is also awesome and clearly cares about the place and the people who come in. That kind of leadership makes a difference, and it shows in the overall vibe. Great people, great service, and a great experience every time.
… moreKim Jennings
I don’t know how they could get less than 5 *s. We are from out of state and walked over for dinner near our hotel. An Irish Band was playing, people cheering and clapping. Great drinks, great food, great staff. We had sooo much fun. You can’t beat a good neighborhood Irish Pub! Went back our 2nd night and brought local family. They treated us so well. Mazy is amazing. We will be back next time we visit Meridian. If you live there or visit, it’s a must visit
… moreChloe Reid
We saw this place while visiting so decided to stop in and give it a try. First impressions, the ambiance is nice. Lots of memorabilia on the walls and a fair number of things to do. There’s a pinball machine, a pool table, and some board games. The bartender and waitress was the same person, but there was only about 2 other people when we came in so we did not have to wait long to get service. We were informed that the kitchen did not open until 1 (it was 12:40 at the time) but we were unsure of where else to go so we decided to just wait. At 1 the waitress came back and said it would actually be around 1:10 and the back wasn’t quite ready yet. It just seemed odd to be a place that serves food and be open for lunch time but to not start lunch until 1. Our orders were taken; our table got a beer and a few entrees. We asked the waitress what a few things were as we were new to Irish cuisine, and she just said she didn’t know (I am pretty sure she was new.) After a few minutes the waitress came back and said she forgot what we ordered and asked if we could repeat. We got our orders in; it took about 40 minutes for us to get our food. The beer was never delivered, and my dad’s salad came last, after about 50 mins, and it was just a small side salad. He had ordered the wedge salad, which still shouldn’t take super long. At this point we just wanted to head out. The food was alright in flavor, but we probably won’t be back.
… moreNadra
Enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and the service. It wasn’t my absolute favorite, and the portions were sorta small for what you pay, though it did feel pretty high quality. Got the Shepards pie, lamb soup, and corned beef Mac n cheese. I personally didn’t care for the Mac n cheese but my partner really liked it. We enjoyed our meal, and the woman serving us was polite and did a good job. I’d recommend, especially for fun occasions or when the mood strikes for some Irish-based food.
… moreLinda Archbold
The Harp reflects the atmosphere of an Irish Pub and offers a nice selection of Irish food choices. I went there with a small group for lunch. There were some nice options on the menu..the server recommended the Guinness Lamb Stew with a side of soda bread…perfect for a cold overcast day…it did not disappoint. The staff was friendly and helpful…I am already looking forward to my next visit!
… moreCass Herbst
First time to try this Pub. Atmosphere was good. The server and bartenders which was the same person was very polite and nice. It took 45 minutes and we still had not received our food and there were only two customers in there at the time we arrived. We left We were starving. Cook was outside smoking. Not sure how this place stays open. I wish it was a better experience.
… moreNicholas Wootten
Great pub to go and visit with friends. The food is great and they have a good selection of drink options. They only have 1 pool table so if you go on a busy night and want to play be aware you may have to wait a little bit. Stopping by for a meal and a beer is about $25 before tip.
… moreDavid Johnson
Cold, slow, and incompetent . The building was cold. My food was served lukewarm in a cold dish. While my dining partner’s food was served hot, it was on a cold plate, which chilled the contents quickly.
It seems to take an extended time for everything to show up. I am fine with that, but you should know you won’t be in and out quickly.
Lastly, my lunch was served somewhere around 10 or 15 minutes before my dining partner’s. As it was lukewarm, I couldn’t wait for her’s to arrive without my own meal congealing. I had to eat while she waited. Then we waited together for her food to arrive. Then I waited while she ate. It was ridiculous.
Lastly, the low, metal tables we were seated were terribly designed, with supports that dug into your legs. I have no idea why a bar or restaurant owner would keep something so uncomfortable for their patrons.
The food itself tasted fine. However, I won’t be returning.
… moreAdele Belmont
Highly recommended. A group of six of us came in and everyone had the lamb stew which was delicious! For dessert we had the Bailey’s mousse, which was AMAZING! Service was friendly and we definitely plan to return. We are all looking forward to our next visit.
… moreJordan Gehrman
My recent lunch at The Harp left much to be desired, transforming what should have been a pleasant midday meal into a frustrating experience. While the service was undeniably friendly, the culinary execution fell drastically short, leaving me with a lingering sense of disappointment.
The most glaring issue was the reuben. Priced at an exorbitant $14.50, I received a sandwich that can only be described as a soggy travesty. The bread, a light, marbled rye reminiscent of a grocery store sandwich loaf, was disappointingly untoasted and saturated, lacking any structural integrity. It felt like a sad, homemade attempt, far from the restaurant-quality experience I anticipated. The side? A handful of classic Lay’s potato chips and two floppy pickle spears adding to the underwhelming and frankly, summer camp-esque feel of the meal.
The wait time was 50 minutes, during which patrons who arrived shortly before us were served and finished their meals. If the food had been of a higher quality, i could understand a wait time of that amount, as bread takes time to toast, and sides take time to plate.
The “LLT” (Lamb, Lettuce, Tomato) fared no better. The lamb, a crucial component of the dish, was overcooked and tough, rendering it unpalatable.
For comparison, Quinns offers a superior Reuben for $8.99, featuring a flat-top cooked sandwich on actual dark rye, a generous portion of house-made corned beef, and you’ll usually receive your food in 15-20 minutes. Prost, another local establishment, provides a phenomenal Reuben for $13, accompanied by a respectable side, not just a bag of chips. These comparisons highlight the significant disparity in quality and value offered at The Harp.
While the service was indeed a bright spot, it couldn’t salvage the overall experience. The combination of soggy bread, an excessive wait time, overcooked lamb, and an overpriced, underwhelming side left me feeling cheated. For a $14.50 Reuben, I expected far more than a soggy, homemade-quality sandwich and a handful of chips that i could put together in a fraction of the time. I cannot recommend this restaurant based on my experience.
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