The Public House - High Point

The brain cake is absolutely amazing, and the sprinkles are fantastic as well. The service was excellent; the staff was always very attentive.

We both enjoyed a beer we liked. My husband ordered the Irish dip with fries while I opted for clam chowder, collard greens, and smoked gouda mac and cheese. According to my husband, the Irish dip was overly dry and really needed the jus. On the bright side, my clam chowder was quite flavorful. Usually, I find myself adding hot sauce to chowder, but it was well-seasoned enough that it didn’t require any enhancements. The collard greens were delicious, bursting with flavor. However, the mac and cheese did not meet my expectations compared to previous experiences. It had a very light cheese sauce, almost like milky macaroni with just a sprinkle of cheese on top. Unfortunately, there was no indication of any smoked flavor present.

My wife and I have been visiting this place for ten years, and we truly enjoy the ambiance of the bar downstairs. Last night, we decided to stop by and ordered a basket of fries for an appetizer, which was $12. I also ordered a beer that was served in a 10-ounce Guinness glass, and I was taken aback. The bartender insisted it was a pint, but I'm old enough to remember when a pint meant 16 ounces. I've come to accept 12 ounces as the standard, but paying $7 for just 10 ounces feels completely unreasonable.

I have not found any Irish pub tariff in this region, which can in any way compare with what is offered by M'coul. In particular, the Lammeintopf together with the Banger-Mash are absolute winners, quality dishes comparable to what you find at serious pubs on the island itself. There are a number of less traditional items on the menu, of which I have tried nothing, but all the pub standards I had were delicious. This is an extremely comfortable place, welcoming and relaxed. The employees pretended they really had a fucking experience. I sat in my first visit with some regulars, but I felt as friendly as she was. When returning, especially when things are a bit slow, I found the staff to be warm, fun and entertainment that makes for a fun way to enjoy a pint or two. Seven dollars for a glass of black stuff (Guinness) or for most other offers on tap seems a bit exaggerated. In one example, I also experienced a bartender who did not understand the process of casting Guinness, and so my beers were served without a real foam head. Luckily, in other cases, I have found more powerful employees, and my glasses have really tasted. The feeling and eating are right for the pub environment, and if I lived closer, I'm pretty sure I would be here regularly, even if prices are above average.

What can I say M'Couls is a typical Irish Pub with an amazing patio, roof top bar, and awesome food. We tried the Irish eggrolls, lamb stew, fish and chips,shepherds pie and the isrish dip. Everything was sooooo good. The service was friendly and we loved the decor as well. We will be back to try brunch!