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Lady Gregory's

A warm atmosphere and delicious menu using locally sourced ingredients is what you will find at Lady Gregory’s. Service is friendly and the menu is packed with comfort foods like sweet potato fries and meatloaf. Provides a classic and enjoyable Irish pub feel.

Ada Street

Ada Street offers a seasonal menu of eclectic dishes and a memorable mix of amazing cocktails. The vibe is electric and the service is excellent. The entrance is a little unusual and hard to find, but consider it an adventure well worth the trip!

Billy Sunday

Billy Sunday offers an adventurous beverage and cocktail program, as well as an eclectic menu of food items from entrées to small plates and snacks. The atmosphere is classy and the servers are friendly and knowledgeable.

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