Waxy's Irish Pub

When we travel, we always end up seeking out the Irish pubs in whatever city we’re in. It’s just our thing. And no, it’s not only about the beer (though a Guinness fresh off a nitro tap is hard to walk past). I genuinely love Irish cuisine for its simplicity and comfort. It’s straightforward, flavorful, and satisfying in a way that doesn’t try too hard. We’re in Ft. Lauderdale waiting for our flight home tomorrow, and we stopped into Waxy’s Irish Pub—and this might be the best one we’ve been to so far. The open-faced brisket sandwich is incredibly tender, with pepper jack, gravy, jalapeños, and crispy fried pickles that somehow keep their crunch under all that savory sauce. Served with handcut chips, made even better with a good splash of malt vinegar. The fish and chips? Definitely not frozen. The fish flakes nicely, and the batter is golden and crisp without being greasy. Portions are huge, so we won’t be doing much else today 😅 And you know it’s the real deal when the local Irish guys are packed in here yelling at the soccer/fútbol match. The atmosphere feels authentic and lively without being chaotic. Great family-friendly spot, excellent food, and solid service. If you’re ever in Ft. Lauderdale, Waxy’s is worth a stop. 🍀🍺

Waxy’s Irish Pub has a great vibe, especially with the nice live music and a welcoming patio that’s perfect for hanging out. The servers are friendly and attentive, which makes the experience enjoyable. The food is okay, nothing extraordinary, but it does the job. Overall, it’s a solid spot to relax, enjoy the music, and have a good time.

My first experiencing Waxy's last night. I had an Amazingly Delicious meal 😋 I received 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 service from my server Sarah. I will spread the word to friends and family. You're top of my list when I return to Ft.Lauderdale. Oh, by the way, think about creating a unique t-shirt design the captures magic of Waxy's. I would have purchased a few last night.

We were in the area for the Women’s Euros final and stumbled upon Waxy’s while searching online for somewhere showing the game. To our surprise and delight, every screen in the bar was playing it; making it the perfect place to watch! We grabbed a spot, ordered some chip shop curry chips and a pizza, and were blown away by how tasty they were, not to mention the generous portions. The drinks were excellent too, with good measures and great value. A special shoutout to Jackie, who was incredibly welcoming and attentive throughout our visit. She really made us feel at home and added to the great atmosphere. This place is an absolute gem if you’re looking for somewhere to watch sports with great food, great drinks, and even better hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!

One of the best Irish pubs in Fort Lauderdale and THE place for soccer, rugby etc matches. Service always friendly and on point - food is excellent fare.

Mrs Denise at Waxy’s was the best waitress. She went above and beyond to make sure our experience at Waxy’s was the best experience. The food was so wonderful we ended up eating here twice. Next time we are in Fort Lauderdale we will definitely be back to visit!!

We are from out of town and Waxy’s was across from our hotel. We fell into the most charming and friendly dining spot imaginable. Great drinks, great food, and a staff that made the evening. Denise slowly pulled us in to an evening that at times brought tears to your eyes. True caring. Just the right amount of entertainment. Just the right amount of sincerity. Laughter. Hugs. Lots of places have good food, and Waxy’s does, but not many places make you leave feeling as though you have just had an evening to remember.

Lunch there today in the rain was an oasis from constant traffic, lookalike eateries, and sameness in menus. Waxy’s served a phenomenal Reuben sandwich and a fried fish sandwich lunch. Service was excellent, bathroom clean, atmosphere calm and unrushed. Comfortable booth to relax in and low lighting without LEDs.

We were in Ft Lauderdale getting ready for a cruise the next day and a bunch of cruise attendees organized a get-together at Waxy's. Nothing fancy, just "grab dinner at Waxy's if you're in town and say hi". We were excited for the live music advertised on the website, and when we arrived we asked to be seated close to where the musician would be playing. The waitress brought us to a specific table where we proceeded to order drinks, food, and chat with others. About an hour later, when there was still no music, we asked when that would start. The staff ended up asking around until they said there was no music that night - disappointing. No complaints otherwise - good bar food, nice ambiance with the outdoor seating.

We were in Ft Lauderdale between cruises and decided to meet friends at Waxy's Irish Pub for lunch. I'd read about the place in a book written by a guy who worked on cruise ships and he and his buddies all went there when they were between cruises. Best idea we've had in years! We were early and waited outside but were greeted by the nicest waitress in town and asked if we wanted to come in! Yes! We had a great chat with this cute Irish gal until our friends came. She even introduced us to Waxy the owner! He was a great guy, too! Lunch was wonderful and next time we're in town we'll definitely be back! Looks like a really fun sports bar, too!!

This used to be one of my favorite spots Sunday afternoons after a busy morning. It's always busy and might get a little loud because of the sports crowd but great ambiance over all. They have happy hour every day and the food and drinks are great for the price. Service could be really great or just mediocre like this afternoon. We have a server that didn't seem welcoming and appeared rushed and over it. No greeting, no suggestion; just a simple order taker. All good, I'll keep coming back and ask for that sweet Irish lady that knows how to make us have a great time!

Always an amazing time at Waxys. This is a hidden gem. I love sitting at the bar. Bartenders are incredible and you never know who you'll meet there. You can have some of the best conversations. Food is authentically Irish..and so good. Large portions so you may want to share. Took my uncle from Ireland there tonight and had fish and chips and he was impressed. It's one of the best places to eat/drink in Fort Lauderdale!

First of all...love the people who work there, they are amazing and very kind! The atmosphere is awesome, plenty of tv s, good music, absolutely a cool Irish Pub and again the best wait staff! BUT...would you Please stop loading your "potato" soup with all onions!! Do you even try or look at it? It's all onions except for always finding a bay leaf! Stop it!! It's absolutely disgusting!!

Stopped in for lunch on a Thursday afternoon, and we were seated immediately. Large, comfortable booths, classic pub decor and design, and good music. Our host was great and was very attentive! Huge portions of food - we ordered the Reuben and the Fish & Chips! Very good food. Indoor and outdoor seating; surface parking available.

Cute pub. Across the street from the embassy suites. I went on a Wednesday. They had live music in the patio. I hung out at the bar. The bartenders were nice. They helped me right away. I started off with the causeway martini. It was gin based with muddled cucumber. It was good, but just a tad bit sweet for me. I ended up getting gin and tonic for my second drink. For food, I ordered the fish and chips. It comes with peas and coleslaw. The fish pieces were a good size. It can definitely be shared. I liked it all. I had the bread pudding for dessert. It came out warm. It was sweet, but not overpowering. They have inside and outside seating. It's seat yourself.

Things we love about Waxy's: The service. We are familiar with about three servers and they are ALL awesome. Always friendly. Always helpful. Phillip is a special guy who just takes care of you like family. This place is lucky to have him and you will be lucky to have him as a server. Trust! The food. I always order fish and chips and it always comes out straight out of the fryer. It's the kind of freshness that you have to wait for it to cool down before you consume it unless you're the daring type. The fries are top tier. Put some malt vinegar on those babies and treat yo'self. The drinks. The Guinness is special here. Poured right. Perfectly cooled. The head is dreamy. The martinis are also scrumdidlyumscious. I love the Porn Star Martini (passion fruit. Sweet but not too sweet) and the Causeway Martini which is cucumbery and just so damn good. The deals. Happy Hours get you half-price cocktails and my martinis go down extra smooth with that awesome deal. If watching soccer is your jam, come in and let the fans' spirit lift you up while everyone watches on the numerous tvs broadcasting. We love Waxy's! Check them out.

Loved it!! The chicken pot pie was one of the best things I put in my mouth. Seriously soooo good. My husband had the fish sandwich which he also loved. We had the fries as an appetizer. The service was top notch. We left our credit card over night and had such a great experience we went the next day for drinks. The bar is fun and inviting. It felt like an Irish pub. We will definitely be back.

Stopped by this place as I recently moved in down the street. Found a place at the bar to eat as most tables were taken. First thing I noticed was they have a large selection of beers. After having a couple I decided on ordering shepherds pie for dinner which was excellent. Service was okay through out the meal, I wish the bartender had checked in on me more as I probably would have ordered more food and drinks. Overall though I was satisfied with my meal and will be back. Everyone needs a good neighborhood Irish pub and this place definitely meets that need.

You go for the ambiance and stay for the fish and chips! What a great pub to watch sporting events! The atmosphere is electric! We had the fish and chips and the chicken tenders and chips. Both were fried to perfection and I especially loved the fish batter not being too thick. Our server was wonderful and I will definitely be back.

Came here for post dinner drinks with friends - our last cheers before we parted. Their porn star martini is fantastic!!! We closed them out! Didn't eat any food. Maybe we should have. Ha. I'd come back.

This is by far the best Irish pub to watch the football and any spots in! Great community of people great service and a great atmosphere

Worst service I've ever had here. Food wasn't very good either. Sat at the bar during happy hour. Two bartenders working. One served us a beer then it felt like we were basically ignored. Had to flag one down to order food. We both ordered a fish sandwich yet the guy only rang in one? Had to flag him down again to be like umm is there another one coming out? I usually love the brussel sprouts here. Somehow they were burnt yet also soggy. The fish sandwich had no flavor except for grease. Will not be coming back here.

This pub is consistently delicious! I have come on many different days and hours of the week. The bartenders are nice and most of them can make a great drink but the food is spot on. The pub is clean and fun to hang out. The Shepard pie and classic Ceasars salad with blackened chicken is some of my faves!

Went here tonight for a quick happy hour and unfortunately it wasn't the greatest experience. Some food that was ordered never made it to the table, and drinks were slow to be replenished. The food that did make it to the table however was delicious. The wings were outstanding. It was happy hour and it was a little busy so maybe that's why the mess ups happened, we have come here before for brunch and the ambiance and service were spectacular. We will be back

Arrived after 16 LONG hours of travel for a very late lite(ish) dinner and some drinks. We were greeted by our amazing bartender and put in our drink orders. We decided to share an order of their nachos. They were airy chips topped with zingy jalapeños, cheese, chili, and veggies. They really hit the spot, and sharing one serving was just enough to take the edge off late at night so we could get some sleep....we'll, a couple of drinks didn't hurt either. The beer was cold, the drinks were well-made, and the bartender was friendly and fun. Great way to cap off our day.

Omg! The food was awesome and delicious !! Service was exceptional ! Huge shout out to our server, Bryanne!!! Bryanne was so much fun , engaging and made our dining experience exceptional! I hope the owners recognize how valuable and fortunate they are to have Bryanne !

Always a go to when we stay at the embassy suites because it's right across the street. Good food and good service. Seems to be a locals favorite spot too. Casual & Irish notes abound. Clean restrooms.

Max and I stopped in for a quick lunch. They make a really nice Rum Punch. For an appetizer, we chose the Smoked Fish Dip. It came with some interesting crispy chips. I asked the waitress what they were, and she said they were deep fried flour tortillas. Max had a Caprese Salad and I had the Rueben. Both were OK. I'd come again for an appetizer and cocktail

When today for a quick business lunch and was served by Phil. What a great guy. Quickly got our drink orders in and came back to get our food orders. The place was jamming but Phil stayed on top of our drinks and made sure the food was delivered correctly and we were all happy. He constantly checked in on us which I really appreciated. I go there a lot and the food and service is always amazing. See you again soon.

Good food, service and price. Guinness, fish and chips tasted like home. Felt like an Irish Pub and people around us were enjoyable. Our server was excellent!

We came for drinks and to watch the soccer game, and we ended up ordering a bunch of apps that were pretty good. The potato skins, the Brussel sprouts, and the Guinness bread were all pretty solid for what I'd consider to be "bar food." Nobody ordered an entree so I can't speak to the meals. There are a decent number of TVs inside, so it's a good place to watch sports, which would be the main draw. If I were to return, it would be to watch a game.

Bryanne was amazing! We were seated in a timely manner. Drinks were in point. The food... oh my...!!! See pics for more information!

Wow.A pleasant surprise. Food was great.Big portions and nice service.A little loud,but it's a bar.Everything came out fast and hot.I would recommend.

Good atmosphere. Plenty of TVs. Lots of draft beers. Friendly bartenders. Best Fish & Chips. Good deals on happy hour and daily specials. Nice Irish Pub in FLL!

This is a great place with good food and great service.... But the smell is terrible!! I'm from Boston and grew up in Irish pubs and Fenway park... Irish pubs and Fenway have there on smells. But tonight it was very rough. We grabbed drinks and went out side. The manger should close for a day and deep clean and air the place out... it's the slow season. But again not a hit to staff service or food. I don't know how manager couldn't smell this issue.

Visited Waxy's Irish Pub for Happy Hour. We were greeted, seated, and served drinks within 10 minutes. Our server, Gianna, was fantastic, knowledgeable, and efficient. The place was busy, and we chose to sit inside in the dining room, as the outside patio was too humid and the bar area was too noisy for me. Their Happy Hour specials were abundant. I chose the Blackened Fish Tacos, which came with French Fries, and my friend ordered Shepherds Pie. The tacos were delicious, and the fries were just as they should be. I sampled my friends Shepherds Pie and found it to be wonderfully prepared, hot, and tasty. Service was great, and our glasses were kept full. Will definitely be back here.

Service - outstanding. Food - out of this world. My kiddo actually said it was the best chicken fingers and fries, ever. We had the fish and chips and the Guinness brisket pie. If I was home I would have licked the sauce from the plate from the brisket. It was so yummy.

The chicken pot pie is beautiful and delicious. But don't be fooled it is smaller underneath and you don't have a whole ton of pie filling I guess. It's a great atmosphere feels like a genuine pub.

Jewels, Barry and Sean are phenomenal servers. They have gone above and beyond, not only in delivering our food, but in making us feel at home. We just moved from Miami and have to admit, the hospitality at Waxys makes us feel like we already found family in our new neck of the woods. FOOD SUGGESTIONS: - Chicken Tenders and chips - Brussels Sprouts - Juicy Cheeseburger

This place was across the street from our hotel, so we walked over to have dinner. We sat outside but didn't realize you could smoke outside. Fortunately, no one was smoking around us. At the table across from us was a cute golden retriever puppy, so we enjoyed watching and petting him. Since the outdoor patio is right off the main drag, it's kind of loud with all the cars going by. It's an Irish pub and we found the menu a bit limiting. We started with the Bangkok Shrimp, which was pretty good. My older son and I got a burger, my youngest son the chicken fingers, and my wife the fish and chips. Overall, we thought our entrees were just average at best. Our server was friendly but overall pace of service was too slow for our liking. Not a place we will likely return to.

Stopped in on a recent Friday night and this place was hopping. Seemed like less of a local place and more of a place for the people who were staying at the local hotels to grab some food and drink but maybe that was because the cruise ship people were in town. I need to go back on a weeknight and see what the crowd is like. We managed to grab a couple of seats at the bar, and like most places these days, they were understaffed so it took a while to get a drink not to mention no one cleared the plates and such from the customers who vacated the chairs. But the beer was cold and the wine was good so it had that going for it along with free parking in the lot out front. And the food that others around me were eating looked tasty (was that a pot pie I spied???) Plenty of TV's located around to be able to watch whatever game you are interested in. Wish they had a bar outdoors as that would be my favorite place to hang out here.

Love it here. Came for the England World Cup game and Manchester City champions league final!! I love how crazy it gets. BLUE moon!!

The Reuben Is excellent. They use very good rye bread. They brine the corned beef in house for 5 days; in beer!!! This is a great little pub to watch sports as they have many large TVs. The prices are reasonable for 17th Street. Wheelchair friendly. I am a fan of The Field but this pub is a close second. Waxy's has outdoor seating which is heated in the winter on cold days. Bring your dog!!!!

We've been to Waxy's a handful times, and it hasn't disappointed yet. Note that it can get busy on game days, as it should because there are TV's in every inch of the pub and outside too - so you won't be missing anything! Located on 17th, close to the airport, it's a good central place to grab a bite whether you're in a hurry or not. The menu is a mix of American and Irish staples and you're bound to find something you like from chicken tenders to to burgers to Shepard's Pie! We can attest that the chicken tenders, Shepard's pie, wings and the goat cheese dip are all tasty and the goat cheese dip is definitely worth trying, but keep in mind it's filling! Waxy's is now part of our rotation list when we're looking to wind down and have a good meal.

So so food and overpriced. Staff is great and very nice ambiance. Worth a stop for a beer

It's your bar/restaurant. American and Irish food. They got pierogies corn beef burgers all that bar grab. I stop in here when I'm in the area. They are consistent and you can sit at the bar. Sit at a table. Staff is consistently on point.

One of the nicer Irish pubs in the area, and recently has been remodeled. My wife and I came here on one Saturday afternoon after lunch because she loved their bread puddings. I on the other hand does not have a sweet tooth so I was just having beers. We were sitting at the bar where most of the TV's are showing soccer games, no surprise. But what was surprising is how good this place looked after the remodeling. Everything looked nice and new, and the bartender was friendly and joked around with us a little bit. In the end, my wife loved her desert. She said it was the best bread pudding she ever had in any place else. I enjoyed my ice cold Smithwicks and all in all I think it was a good visit.

Cool spot with decent British food (oxymoron?) Good service and have good live entertainment on some nights. Burger was decent and shrimp appetizer was pretty good but over battered. Bangers and mash was very dry so my wife asked for a little more gravy and they brought it quickly which made the meal more palatable but then the bill comes and they charged $4.95 for the gravy. Better places for the price for sure. Won't go back.

This was my 2nd time here since the remodel, 1st time at the bar and 4th overall in my 7 years living just a few blocks away. We sat at the bar and the bartender asked what would you like to drink which I thought was a little unfriendly, we ordered a couple beers, the beer was cold and they had a decent selection. We ordered "wings, hot" to start they came out a little dry, and I'm pretty sure they were medium or mild spice, after several attempts to get th bartenders attention I finally asked if we could have a little extra sauce and she looked at me for a second and rolled her eyes a little before going to get it. Neither of the two bartenders smiled at all while we were there they walked past us multiple times with empty beer glasses and never offered a second, we decided to go somewhere else and eat dinner because I felt like I was bothering them sitting at their bar. We paid the check and still got no smile or a thank you, or a word at all the girl literally said nothing it was like the twilight zone of bars. As a local and as someone in tbe biz I thought there service was horrible and will not give them my business if they don't really want it. It's a shame, the bar is pretty, I was looking forward to the shepherds pie. The only save, could be as we walked out the door, a server walked past us and said thank you for coming (with an actual smile on her face).

Great Pub! Food is excellent. Beer selection is fantastic. Service staff is always friendly.

12$ three cheese flatbread??? Or weak overcooked 711 pizza ??? Sides of cold marinara and cold pesto did not hold much... I would be embarrassed serving this... And asking money for it... ....

Excellent hidden gem. Great comfort foods and COLD beer! Staff is amazing! So glad we found it.

table of 4 .. ordered several entrees, apps, drinks .. haven't been in a while.. had an issue with a drink and management came abrasive as ever.. the waitress was great but she spilled the meal on the table and left .. not trying to fight, more Embarrassed that the manager who came up was so awful to customers.. I can't imagine what the servers deal with.. wouldn't go back.. feel sorry they have such a bad work environment. ive been the corporate director of sales for restaurants in Fort Lauderdale .. definitely not new to this., their servers deserve better management

Food was ok took forever to get served. One wait staff and a bar manager. Guess Irish hospitality did not make it across the pond at this establishment!

Waxys is a great Irish Bar and Grill. Delicious food, good music, and friendly staff-what more could you want? Decor is classic Irish pub. Reminds me of the pubs I've been to in the UK. Delicious fish and chips but more with the Irish flair (hence the name) then the brits. It's dimly lit so perfect for a cozy night in. The bar is clean and plenty of seating inside. Staff: oh so friendly. Our sever made us feel like locals and had a positive vibe throughout the entire night. Checked up on us often but also gave us our space. The bartender was also friendly and plenty of locals at the bar top which is always a good sign. Now for the food! Delicious! The fish and chips portion is huge and so flavorful. Deliciously fried and one large fish the presentation was fabulous and the taste even better. Everyone agreed this was the dish of the night. I'd highly recommend it. Bread pudding for dessert was a nice touch, everything about this place made me feel at home and if your ever in the area I'd highly recommend making this one of your stops.

Who doesn't enjoy an Irish dive bar/restaurant? I honestly went there without high hopes, but was pleasantly surprised. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. The wait staff was friendly and attentive. I ordered the Wednesday special ($10 cheeseburger and pint) and my friend ordered the panini. She enjoyed her panini and said it was flavorful. I ordered my burger medium and it was cooked and seasoned to perfection. I will be going back to this restaurant again!

Big shout out to Lisa our server! She was fun and did a great job taking care of us. This Irish pub had very good Fish 'n Chips and Chicken Pot Pie (Large portions). Appears to be a nice local pub, but was super convenient to our hotel (Embassy). Good beers options - something for everyone, tasters for those unsure what they wanted to drink. Overall good experience , good food and beer, great service.