Hennessey's Tavern

Attractive and tasty Philly cheesesteak sandwich was especially nice with some au jus. Savory beef and complimenting peppers. The reuben might look somewhat pedestrian, but it was surprisingly flavorful. Tangy and tart kraut, vividly flavored corned beef, a subtle richness from the Thousand Island, and the rye toast itself was impressive. The beef was thickly sliced (I prefer thin or shaved), but it was tender and juicy. Open late, even on a Tuesday, which made nearby curbside parking easy (can be very challenging to park at peak times), but the small lot behind the restaurant is plenty for the non-busy hours. For my late Tuesday visit, the dining room was tranquil with only a few families present, but it was not dead. A nice playlist of classic rock (Rolling Stones, ELO, Rush, ...) was piping in at a comfortable, room-filling volume. Service was friendly and attentive. 10-minute wait for two sandwiches ordered at the register. For a take-out order it was a quick first visit but pleasant and delicious. Looking forward to a chance to dine in and try one of the burgers and other options.

This is an interesting little local bar and grill in the heart of Carlsbad village. It is obviously a place where a lot of the locals go. The burgers and the sandwiches looked really good, so we tried a little bit of everything. I don't think you could go wrong with anything on the menu. Don't expect a fancy restaurant or anything of that nature, but they do have really good food and a great bar.

Overall, not bad. I liked the Dublin Benedict — 5 stars for that. But the coffee was disappointing: no latte, cappuccino, or anything like that, just regular drip.

Went to Hennesy’s for the Thursday Smashburger special - food was great! Ashley and Nate at the bar were awesome. We’ve been back a few times since and an always have great experience. Just wanted to leave a review and say thanks to everyone at Hennesy’s’

Had the crispy Calamri appetizer It was pretty tender. And “Lads steak and shrimp plate” It was pretty good steak was tender, spinach seasoned well. No complaints.

Wanted to try something new in town and I’m so glad we came here for an early lunch. My family and I shared an appetizer of loaded nachos then my husband tried their French onion soup and got Shepards pie which he loved. I got eggs Benedict and they were able to add brisket to them (for an extra $2.00) and it was so worth it. I hadn’t had eggs Benedict with brisket since I’d been to the Ranch Cafe in Albuquerque, NM over a year ago now and it was very nostalgic and I was elated to just be able to try it again. Our blue moons were served in cold glasses so that’s always a plus and my daughter loved her Nutella stuffed, banana french toast. It looked so good and she was generous enough to share a bite and I can confirm: it was amazing! Our waitress was nice but sometimes could’ve been a bit more attentive. There wasn’t many other tables while we were there. Like 2 others and some older men at the bar, then some more people came as we were getting ready to leave. Overall, it was a traditional looking Irish pub with a beautiful skylight and great food.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Lauren is absolutely amazing! She goes above and beyond every single time, making sure everyone feels welcome and taken care of. Her customer service is unmatched—she’s consistent, friendly, and always has a smile on her face. Whether it’s remembering details from your last visit or just creating a fun, comfortable atmosphere, she truly stands out behind the bar. Lauren is the kind of person who turns a good day into a great experience!!!

Weary shoppers needed to stop and have a break. We discovered the outdoor patio and thought it was the perfect place to sit outside in the Carlsbad sunlight. The name made us think of Irish Coffee and it is one of their signature drinks. Excellent Irish coffee...it hit the spot.