This Pub Was Actually Built in Ireland, Dismantled, and Brought to Texas

B.D. Riley's is the oldest Irish pub in Austin, Texas, first established downtown in 2000 before moving to the Mueller neighborhood in 2017. It's also the city's most authentic pub. Not only does this popular watering hole serve up Dublin-brewed Guinness beer, but the pub itself was actually built in Ireland. The entire building (inside and out!) was constructed on the Emerald Isle, disassembled, shipped overseas, and rebuilt as an authentic Irish pub in Texas.

Experience a true taste of Ireland when you visit B.D. Riley's Irish Pub at Mueller. Located in the heart of downtown Austin on Aldrich Street in the Mueller neighborhood, this award-winning watering hole offers strong Guinness, hearty pub grub, and a fun, lively atmosphere.

B.D. Riley's isn't your average, everyday Irish pub. It's as authentic as they come because the building (both interior and exterior) was built in Ireland by Irish craftsmen, dismantled, shipped across the sea to the U.S., and reconstructed in Austin by craftsmen from both Ireland and Texas in 2017. Everything from the furniture to the flooring to even the pictures hanging on the walls was constructed on the Emerald Isle.

When you come here for a drink, it's truly like being transported across the pond, giving visitors an true Irish pub experience.

With musical entertainment, trivia nights, and a packed house most of the time, B.D. Riley's has an upbeat vibe that is nothing short of infectious.

There is plenty of indoor seating, but if it's a particularly nice day, you might enjoy snagging a table out on the patio. Is there anything better than the combination of cold beer, good company, and gorgeous weather? Or sit inside at a table or a bar, with the wood interior creating a warm, cozy vibe just like the pubs of Ireland.

When it comes to beer, there's something for everyone. Whether you prefer a traditional Irish brew like Dublin-made Guinness Draught or a local craft beer, rest assured you'll find your perfect sip. Emphasis on the word "perfect." B.D. Riley's takes the art of brewing the perfect beer very seriously. The temperature is ideal thanks to insulated beer lines, and all Guinness brews are poured in two parts to achieve that signature frothy head.

The pub also offers a full menu of delicious eats. From appetizers like potato skins and Guinness poutine to hearty entrees such as Irish stew and corned beef and cabbage, the food is just as good as the beer. If you prefer a handheld, you can't go wrong with a classic Reuben or French dip sandwich. Add a side of chips (fries) for the full Irish experience! Of course, B.D. Riley's Fish and Chips is a must, with beer-battered fish fried perfectly and paired with a side of thick-cut chips — it's a customer favorite at this Irish pub in Austin, Texas.

Have you ever visited B.D. Riley's Irish Pub in Austin, Texas? Head to the B.D. Riley's Irish Pub website or B.D. Riley's Irish Pub Facebook page for more information about this Irish pub in Austin, Texas, including current hours of operation, a full menu, and an events calendar.

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