Irish pub food & drink along with weekly trivia & karaoke nights in classic dark-wood tavern digs.
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Address: 1423 S 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Phone: (910) 899-4112
Website: https://www.harpwilmington.com/
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The Harp Irish pub and restaurant re-opened after a brief renovation at 1423 S. Third St. in Wilmington, NC in May 2025.
Reviews
Sara Bear
Been coming to the harp for well over 10yr now. I really hate leaving bad reviews but although the inside and outside both look incredible these days the food w a nt as good as it used to be. I will go back at some point. Maybe theyre having an off day or someone forgot to order fryer oil. But for about 20.00 a person for the most basic Irish food menu items. It should have tasted better. Presentation was good though. The server seemed very new. A little more experience and a can do attitude and she’ll probably be good one day. Sorry again. Hope to see positive changes. Maybe I came on an off day or the fryer oil get changed on Tuesdays
… morelisa damico
What a really neat place to go. Just a little original looking Irish pub. This was our first time there. I had the corned beef and my husband had the fish and chips. The corned beef was absolutely delicious!!! How do they make it so good?? My husband said his fish and chips were very good. The atmosphere was awesome! Copper looking ceilings and just a small homey feeling pub, we loved it and we will be back, especially for that delicious corned beef!!!
… moreMonica Pileggi
This place is under new ownership. The new outside paint job, wow, it’s pretty bold! It reminds me of a Chinese restaurant with the bright red and yellow colors. The building certainly needed a paint job.
Four of us had reservations and our table was ready when we arrived. We’ve eaten here several times in the past and were looking forward to a good dinner. The place was pretty full. We ordered drinks to start. Mine was missing for 7-8 minutes after the rest got theirs. Our waitress was apologetic.
I ordered the Shepherd’s pie, which was always my favorite there, and a side salad with blue cheese on the side. My husband ordered the fish and chips. One friend ordered the Irish fried chicken sandwich and a side salad, also with blue cheese dressing. Our other friend wanted a Caesar salad (but it’s no longer on the menu) and soup of the day. The waitress said the chef was not making soup because it was hot outside. We scratched our heads at that comment. My friend ended up ordering the steak salad.
While waiting, the waitress came out with a very small bowl of blue cheese dressing. Hmmm, was that for two of us to share?
Three entrees came out, followed by one salad a few minutes later. The fried chicken sandwich and other salad didn’t show up….for long time. The waitress could have brought the salad out. Something happened that the kitchen dropped the ball on his order.
His finally came out after the three of us were just about done with our meal. His chicken breast was small. He had to ask for his blue cheese dressing and the waitress looked at the bowl that was in front of me with an expression that made us think we did have to share it. It was enough for one salad, not two. She did bring out some for him.
My friends steak salad was served in a huge, deep bowl. The amount of salad could have fed all four of us. It was topped with the steak, which wasn’t a big portion and on the dry side.
I was disappointed with the Shepherd’s pie. The mashed potatoes, thick dollops instead of the potatoes spread out in an even layer, were on the dry side, not creamy at all. The ground beef and vegetables were okay, just not a lot of flavor.
My husband’s fish and chips were very good. A big piece of battered fish! The fries were good too. It was probably the best meal of the night.
The waitress gave a 10% discount to our friend who had to wait a long time for his meal. My husband and I also got a 10% discount, which was unnecessary. Honestly, our friend’s meal should have been taken off the bill in its entirety.
Then when we get the bill, there is some sort of surcharge, which the waitress couldn’t explain was it was for. The staff should know, and it should be annotated on the menu. Be up front with your extra charges, don’t make customers find out at the end of the meal. I even heard one person at the table next to us also question this surcharge.
Overall, a disappointing dinner. There were too many negatives over positives. We did note that there were only two waitresses and if I remember correctly, ours was fairly new to the place. But what happened with the missing meal that took so long to get to the table?
Will we come back? I’m not sure.
… moreFour of us had reservations and our table was ready when we arrived. We’ve eaten here several times in the past and were looking forward to a good dinner. The place was pretty full. We ordered drinks to start. Mine was missing for 7-8 minutes after the rest got theirs. Our waitress was apologetic.
I ordered the Shepherd’s pie, which was always my favorite there, and a side salad with blue cheese on the side. My husband ordered the fish and chips. One friend ordered the Irish fried chicken sandwich and a side salad, also with blue cheese dressing. Our other friend wanted a Caesar salad (but it’s no longer on the menu) and soup of the day. The waitress said the chef was not making soup because it was hot outside. We scratched our heads at that comment. My friend ended up ordering the steak salad.
While waiting, the waitress came out with a very small bowl of blue cheese dressing. Hmmm, was that for two of us to share?
Three entrees came out, followed by one salad a few minutes later. The fried chicken sandwich and other salad didn’t show up….for long time. The waitress could have brought the salad out. Something happened that the kitchen dropped the ball on his order.
His finally came out after the three of us were just about done with our meal. His chicken breast was small. He had to ask for his blue cheese dressing and the waitress looked at the bowl that was in front of me with an expression that made us think we did have to share it. It was enough for one salad, not two. She did bring out some for him.
My friends steak salad was served in a huge, deep bowl. The amount of salad could have fed all four of us. It was topped with the steak, which wasn’t a big portion and on the dry side.
I was disappointed with the Shepherd’s pie. The mashed potatoes, thick dollops instead of the potatoes spread out in an even layer, were on the dry side, not creamy at all. The ground beef and vegetables were okay, just not a lot of flavor.
My husband’s fish and chips were very good. A big piece of battered fish! The fries were good too. It was probably the best meal of the night.
The waitress gave a 10% discount to our friend who had to wait a long time for his meal. My husband and I also got a 10% discount, which was unnecessary. Honestly, our friend’s meal should have been taken off the bill in its entirety.
Then when we get the bill, there is some sort of surcharge, which the waitress couldn’t explain was it was for. The staff should know, and it should be annotated on the menu. Be up front with your extra charges, don’t make customers find out at the end of the meal. I even heard one person at the table next to us also question this surcharge.
Overall, a disappointing dinner. There were too many negatives over positives. We did note that there were only two waitresses and if I remember correctly, ours was fairly new to the place. But what happened with the missing meal that took so long to get to the table?
Will we come back? I’m not sure.
ART R Birch Thompson (ART490)
The most authentic Irish pub I’ve ever been to (and I’m half Irish, like everyone else). Hannah, our waitress was amazing, kind, and super helpful. The food was actually made in house. The atmosphere was perfectly Irish and we all felt like we were lost somewhere between Dublin and the green hills. And we came just at the right time on a Saturday when a group of Irish style musicians with great skill were gathering to play. Apparently the musicians jam together on Saturdays between. Unbelievable! We definitely want to come back! One of the best kept secrets in Wilmington.
… moreLucy Valerien
The bookmaker sandwich is absolutely the best. The fried onions on top take it out of the ordinary and into fantastic. My server, Savanna was attentive without being obtrusive. I’ll definitely be coming back.
… moreCorey Swann
We came here for a late lunch and it was fairly empty but still took a few minutes to be seated, seems like they only had one gentleman working the entire floor. He was very friendly and he knew the menu well, he also knew what they were out of and it was a list almost half the menu long…which isn’t a good look for a first time visitor and limited our selections greatly. I ordered a black and tan and the picture of a muddled mess is the first one they brought out. The waiter said that the bartender promised it was a black and tan she just wasn’t good at making them. That’s another thing that didn’t bode well for this place. I sent it back and asked for a proper black and tan and thankfully the second beer picture is what was brought out. The waiter made good recommendations for food choices (from the limited list they had) and they were good choices! My friend ordered the beef and cabbage, my wife ordered the Sheppard’s Pie, and I ordered the chicken pot pie. All the food choices were good, needed salt (which is fine because it’s better than over salty), and smelled good. The dings on the rating are for the improper black and tan, the limited food options, but mostly the flies; there were flies…well, seemingly everywhere. Overall I would come here again but I would hope they would get those few things taken care of first.
… moreEmily
Laid back place with delicious comfort food. The Harp Burger is very good. Had the curry fries as an appetizer. Very nicely seasoned sauce. Highly recommend for great food and good prices.
… moreLaura S.
10/10 experience. We came around 6p on a Monday so there weren’t many people and the food was great. It took no time at all for the food to come out, it was piping hot and delicious! The service was amazing, I think our server was Christina. She was the only server there and when it started to gain more customers, she didn’t forget us. We would definitely come back again. They also have Music Bingo every Monday from 7-9pm!
We had the Irish Fried Chicken Sandwhich, Bookmakers Steak Sandwhich, Cheese Fritters and the Original Beef and Guinness Pie.
PS. Although their website menu is accurate on what they serve, their prices have gone up on a few menu items (by like a $1) that they haven’t changed digitally and slight menu changes have been made. Nothing too major.
… moreWe had the Irish Fried Chicken Sandwhich, Bookmakers Steak Sandwhich, Cheese Fritters and the Original Beef and Guinness Pie.
PS. Although their website menu is accurate on what they serve, their prices have gone up on a few menu items (by like a $1) that they haven’t changed digitally and slight menu changes have been made. Nothing too major.
James A Goodnight
I’m only giving this restaurant one star because of a bartender named Melissa. Her behavior was unacceptable and completely ruined what was supposed to be a simple night out.
I own multiple businesses in Raleigh, and we intentionally seek out small-town, local establishments to support community businesses. Unfortunately, this place made it very clear they don’t value their customers.
Melissa refused to serve my fiancé based on what appeared to be a catty or jealous hormonal female episode of some sorts whatever it was she was outright rude and she was completely dismissive toward my fiancé. She wouldn’t even acknowledge her. No customer deserves to be treated with hostility or disrespect.
Melissa was using shocking profanity towards other customers as well and carried herself with a miserable, trashy attitude that made the entire bar uncomfortable. She needed some mouthwash. She clearly does not want to be there, and someone like that will absolutely scare away paying customers.
I will protect my fiancé’s feelings at all cost. I won’t support or stay silent about a business that allows an employee to behave this way. Management needs to decide whether they are going to address this behavior or continue losing customers because of it.
Disgusting experience. One bartender single-handedly destroyed any chance of us ever returning or recommending this place. Heard the new owner was a cool guy I love supporting local Irish pubs. The owner should really reconsider hiring somnolent female bartenders. No man wants to enjoy a beer to that, especially if she’s uncanny to any beautiful lady walking in.
… moreI own multiple businesses in Raleigh, and we intentionally seek out small-town, local establishments to support community businesses. Unfortunately, this place made it very clear they don’t value their customers.
Melissa refused to serve my fiancé based on what appeared to be a catty or jealous hormonal female episode of some sorts whatever it was she was outright rude and she was completely dismissive toward my fiancé. She wouldn’t even acknowledge her. No customer deserves to be treated with hostility or disrespect.
Melissa was using shocking profanity towards other customers as well and carried herself with a miserable, trashy attitude that made the entire bar uncomfortable. She needed some mouthwash. She clearly does not want to be there, and someone like that will absolutely scare away paying customers.
I will protect my fiancé’s feelings at all cost. I won’t support or stay silent about a business that allows an employee to behave this way. Management needs to decide whether they are going to address this behavior or continue losing customers because of it.
Disgusting experience. One bartender single-handedly destroyed any chance of us ever returning or recommending this place. Heard the new owner was a cool guy I love supporting local Irish pubs. The owner should really reconsider hiring somnolent female bartenders. No man wants to enjoy a beer to that, especially if she’s uncanny to any beautiful lady walking in.
Beth Randise
Came here for brunch at 1 pm on a Sunday. I hadn’t been here in a few years. Ordered a Rueben. Super soggy, little meat and no thousand island dressing. A friend wanted the Shepards pie. They had NO mashed potatoes. Decided on a chicken sandwich. Asked to have it grilled and chicken came out fried.
Bloody Mary was ok. Service was good. Only 1 other table. I found it overpriced and mediocre food.
2 beers, 4 drinks and 3 sandwiches $95. Thought a bit pricey for bar food.
… moreBloody Mary was ok. Service was good. Only 1 other table. I found it overpriced and mediocre food.
2 beers, 4 drinks and 3 sandwiches $95. Thought a bit pricey for bar food.