Poet & Patriot Irish Pub
| Address: | 320 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA |
| Phone: | +1 831-426-8620 |
| Site: | thepoetandpatriot.com |
| Rating: | 4.1 |
| Working: | 1PM–2AM 1PM–2AM 1PM–2AM 1PM–2AM 1PM–2AM 1PM–2AM 1PM–2AM |
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Luke Cunningham
This pub was the single biggest disgrace to the Irish republic I have encountered on my travels in the US. Not only were the staff unfriendly, rude and unwelcoming they were also terrible craic. When one walks into an irish pub they expect to be met with a jovial, inviting barman and a warm welcoming atmosphere. In this pub we were met with a sour, wicked man who would neither let us stay and drink or even sing some Irish songs. The place was barren of any kind of Irish hospitality, a tacky wasteland of craic void of anything genuinely Irish. When we asked the barman about the political posters hanging on the wall he gave us a blank stare, clearly clueless about anything Irish. Despite our best efforts to make conversation and enjoy our watery bog standard pints of Guinness we were swiftly told to leave the establishment which in hindsight was a blessing as every second spent in that place was another insult to brave men who fought and died for our proud country. Padraig Pearse must be turning in his grave.
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Peter Preciado
Irish bars are a dime a dozen. This one feels like Im actually in Ireland. Great beer selection and friendly service. That is saying a LOT in this day and age of mass produced beverages and cocky, pretentious bartenders who can barely stand your presence long enough to pour you a drink and take your money. The Santa Cruz cider tastes like a true scrupmy dry cider. Yummy!!
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Veronica BelieveItOrNot
Had a weird experience with the bouncer, but got in and felt pretty at-home in this neo-punk kind of run-down place. Very grunge atmosphere, which kind of worked for the type of place. Was almost like being in a big house-party. Bar is cash only, there is an ATM.
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Sam Weber
Comedy show every Monday night! Sometimes famous people that have been on TV come through and perform. Often its locals and bay area comics, but theyre really funny, too. And me. Im funny. Come on down and you could win a free drink.
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Crystal Sanchez
Bartender is super nice and very helpful in finding the drink i felt in the mood for. I played chess with a friend while listening to live music and surrounded but lots of happiness.
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Fidel M
cant miss a visit here on March 17th. now with great local beer from discretion brewery. darts in the backroom and music and sometimes even comedy in the front.
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Xavier Garrido
Nice mellow pub with darts. Good place for a beer on weekdays. Weekends arent very busy either, by comparison to the other drinking spots around the area.
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Mike Matera
Classic Irish bar. Beer and wine. Wonderful bartenders, darts. Left wing decor and lots of history. One of the most essential bars in Santa Cruz.
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Paul Wooding
Musical performances werent quite hitting the right notes or even the chords. But entertaining none the less as the beat an iPod any day.
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Dutch Tessier
Everything you would expect from a true Irish pub. Great beer and conversation without the cheesy shamrocks and green Christmas lights.
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Peeohcee
Not a bad establishment. A decent collection of beer, and the staff I met were pretty chill. Nice, cozy Ave rustic. Just how I like it.
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Burcu Sarıözlü
The most boring bar i have ever seen. That old woman aka bartender with i beat everyone look should disappear. Maybe it helps..
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Zoa Buske
Closest thing to a real Irish pub Ive found this side of the Atlantic. Great beer, local awesome cider, friendly people.
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Richard Beckwith
Beer is flat warm, glasses dirty. Floor is sticky. And dont be English as theyre pretty patriotic as the name suggests.
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James Matthews
The bartender is an obvious racist. We got along very well. Nice to see a other klan member.
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Nicole Obrien
This place is so chill. Weve always met great people. Lives up to the vibe of an Irish pub.
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Hugo Selbie
Only true pub in Santa Cruz. Should show more English sports though.
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Travis Koon
Live comedy durring the week, good beer selection, real dart boards
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Evan Owen
Good beer, just make sure to use their ATM or have cash ready.
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David Kim
love this place, favorite place to grab a drink in Santa Cruz
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Andrei Ignat
Really cozy bar. Doesnt sell hard liquor and is cash only.
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lorena soto
Nivel place
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Natalie
Great beer and cider selection and fantastic bartenders
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Juicy Fresh Inc
Great place for darts, music and tap and bottled beers
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Carrie DeWitte Browde
Great beer and music, fun games, excellent darts room!
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Matt eR
Really nice dive bar. Cash only. I come to play darts
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Matthew Pasquale
Very comfortable atmosphere and great entertainment!
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MIGUEL Aguilar
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Eddie Alex
Great place for local music and great beer on tap.
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Emily Dinnerman
Tight venue, pricey drinks but generous portions.
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Chris Meyer
The board games and darts are a nice touch.
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Alaina Boys
Great atmosphere, good beer, laid back.
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august macbeth
No Irish whiskey... lame. Good service.
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Sarah Durant
They have an anti-Trump notice
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Laurie A
Small but huge dart room.
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Carlos Gutierrez
nice bar in santa cruz!
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MOGUL MAKER
Great spot for a pint.
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Hatib Kadir
Feel a patriot!
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Boaz Vilozny
The locals pub.
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A Private User
Food is ok.
