B.D. Riley's Irish Pub at Mueller
Irish pub · Rmma
1905 Aldrich St #130, Austin, TX 78723
Highlights
Craft beer & proper Guinness pours with upscale pub fare.
Craft beer & proper Guinness pours with upscale pub fare.
"The version at this spacious Mueller sports bar leans classic, with thick hunks of fish and a small mound of ultra-crispy fries. It arrives with two slabs of flaky, flavorful cod, but an added perk is that you can order a half-portion and save room for shepherd’s pie or some Irish nachos." - nicolai mccrary
"B.D. Riley’s has everything we want in an Irish pub: proper pours of Guinness, a great selection of local and Irish beers, and really solid pub fare. It’s located in Mueller, with a pretty large patio that spills out into the rest of the shopping development, so there’s a good amount of space. And with a handful of TVs, both inside and on the patio, there aren’t a lot of bad seats in the house." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"Just like a visit to Barton Springs on a warm Saturday afternoon or a stop at Hot Topic in the mall, you know exactly what to expect when you walk into an Irish pub. There’s a formula that generally involves some combination of a long wooden bar, a laid back atmosphere, and pints of Guinness. B.D. Riley’s is a mostly typical Irish pub, but it’s one with much better food and a nicer patio than you might expect. There’s a pretty large menu of classic Irish staples—including some very good fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, and bangers and mash—that pair just as well with a pint of Smithwicks or with something local on draft. But there are also dishes like a Guinness and steak poutine that’ll have you knuckles-deep in a mountain of thick-cut crispy potatoes, gravy, and melted cheese curds before you can piece together how this Canadian-Irish fusion even came about. The inside is modeled after classic Irish pubs—like many others around the world, it was built in Ireland, and assembled locally—and it’s a dark, cozy escape from a sunny afternoon at Mueller Lake Park. The large patio sprawls out onto the sidewalks and walkways on either side of the pub, while the largest fan we’ve ever seen spins overhead and provides a light breeze for all 365 days of the year that they’re open. It’s a relaxed place on most evenings, but both the inside and the patio become pretty lively during soccer matches and football games (they’re a Patriots bar). Grab a pint of Guinness, order some snacks for the table or a full Irish breakfast at any time of day, and enjoy one of our favorite patios in Mueller. There might not be a giant spring-fed pool to cool off in, but we’ve found a cold pint to be a decent alternative. Food Rundown Fish & Chips One of our favorite versions in town. Every piece of fish somehow manages to be the thickest cut, with a shockingly thin and crispy fried batter on the outside. No surprises here, just a really well done (and massive) plate of a classic pub staple. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary Guinness & Steak Poutine This vaguely Irish take on a classic Canadian staple is a strong contender for best in Austin (there’s not a ton of competition). Thick cut, crispy potatoes act as a bed for stretchy curds of melted cheese and a rich Guinness gravy. And some thick slices of steak on top of it all are just the savory icing on the proverbial poutine cake. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary Bangers & Mash The mashed potatoes are made in house, the sausages are seasoned well, and the Guinness and onion gravy adds a savory, almost sweet element to it all. It’s a massive portion–order this when you need some energy to build a deck later in the day or want something to soak up all the pints you just took down. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary Riley's Reuben This is a pretty standard Reuben, with all of the components you would expect out of one. It’s a solid sandwich all around—it’s not our favorite Reuben in Austin, but fans of corned beef will still be left satisfied. photo credit: Nicolai McCrary" - Nicolai McCrary
"B.D. Riley’s vaguely Irish take on a classic Canadian staple is a strong contender for the best poutine in Austin (there’s not a ton of competition). Crispy, thick-cut potatoes act as a bed for stretchy curds of melted cheese and a rich Guinness gravy. The substantial slices of steak on top are just the savory icing on the proverbial poutine cake." - nicolai mccrary
"B.D. Riley’s vaguely Irish take on a classic Canadian staple is a strong contender for the best poutine in Austin (there’s not a ton of competition). Crispy, thick-cut potatoes act as a bed for stretchy curds of melted cheese and a rich Guinness gravy. The substantial slices of steak on top are just the savory icing on the proverbial poutine cake." - nicolai mccrary
