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Hours
Sun
12:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Mon
12:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Tue
12:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Wed
12:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Thu
12:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Fri
12:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Sat
12:00 AM - 2:00 AM
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4.5
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CUISINES
Irish, Brew Pub, Pub, Dining bars
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks
features
Does this restaurant have live music
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About
James Joyce Irish Pub opened its doors in Athens on 12th October 2007, we consider The James Joyce a different type of Irish pub. We blend the best of the old with the best of the new. Our décor of dark wood, long bar and warm comfortable environment evoke images of the great old pubs of Ireland whereas our style of operating – our music, food and beverages – connects more so with the contemporary pubs and bars of modern Ireland. Our menu is an introduction to traditional Irish favourites from steak & Guinness pie, sausage & mash to fish & chips, but is also influenced by our Greek & Mediterranean neighbours with dishes such as grilled halloumi & our own version of the famous Greek salad, check out our full menu. Our draught beers are undoubtedly the best in town as our Irish management insures that our products are stored and poured to the highest standard. We have the largest selection of Irish whiskies, & also a great range of world whiskies & spirits.
CUISINES
Irish, Brew Pub, Pub, Dining bars
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks
FEATURES
Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Non-smoking restaurants
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4.5
408 reviews
Excellent
198
Very good
153
Average
33
Poor
10
Terrible
14
Stephen Kelly
Liverpool79071 contributions
May 2022 • friends
The James Joyce is a superb Irish pub and restaurant on Astiggos that offer a brilliant range of food and drinks.This was the most popular place we visited on our seven trip to Athens and we alway's ended up in here as it felt like a proper local pub.
This pub has an Irish themed interior with a fantastic bar and many interesting fixtures and features and fantastic seating options both inside and outside.We visited this pub several times during our stay and on every occasion it was rammed.We never had any food in here just beers which where always perfectly served and price wise the bottles of beer's we had were on par with the pubs and bars we visited around this area.
This is a brilliant Irish pub that is well worth visiting and very easy to find from Thēseio metro stop it's a short walk.(This is my first review of the James Joyce Irish pub).
Opening Hours.
Monday-Sunday-12.00-02.00.
Public Transport.
Metro Stop.
Thēseio metro stop.
Written May 23, 2022
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pip_eire
Dublin83 contributions
Jun 2021 • solo
The James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant has a number of things going right for it:
Great selection of beers (My heart skipped a beat to see Kilkenny draught being served!)
Food menu is wide ranging, from typical pub grub to an assortment of salads; it certainly appeals to a wide range of punters.
The pub itself hosts outdoor seating, and although the location is reminiscent of the dodgy backyard of a cowboy car dealer, it is busy enough with foot traffic to feel like a lively hub to spend an evening.
The service was grand, nothing special. A fellow cleared our table in a rather clumsy manner whilst I was still sat at it, spilling crumbs and bits of food between the table slots and onto my lap. No harm done, but jeez let me relax post-meal, lad.
Food came quickly, and it was well presented. Two pints, two meals (good portions) came to €34 - not bad at all. Keen to go back for the Guinness.
Written June 18, 2021
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OSA126
2 contributions
Mar 2022 • none
All of the dishes we tried were amazing. We had some soup, a beef pot pie, a sandwich, fish and chips, Everything tasted great. The staff was nice, but service was very slow. We sat down for lunch, the place was about 50% full yet we waited over 40 minutes for soup and fish and chips! Would have been fine but we were in a rush. Go and enjoy, just make sure to budget your time accordingly.
Written March 22, 2022
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SherryDlk
Dundalk104 contributions
Feb 2020 • friends
A group of 5 visited primarily to watch some of the Champions League games, and also to have some food.
3 of us were served meals where the potatoes were stone cold.
I ordered the lamb (pictured)... lovely presentation.... but one scoop of potatoes still cold when it was returned.
Found most of the staff to be quite friendly.
Over the course of the holiday we did go back for drinks/football matches but choose to eat in other restaurants as a result of our 1st dining experience.
Written February 22, 2020
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rovertd2000
Wicklow180 contributions
Oct 2021 • family
To be honest I wasn't expecting great things here but we were plesently surprised.
We stopped for lunch and we decided to return that same evening for dinner.
As a few people mentioned service was a little slow but to be fair after spending a week in Athens we found it a little slower than we're used to in pretty much every restaurant, we just learned to accept it.
BTW the chips are exceptional as are the burgers, arrive very hungry would be my advice.
Written October 11, 2021
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saronic
Zurich29093 contributions
Oct 2024 • couples
Located in a small pedestrian side street in the Monastiraki-Thisio area, this place, which was opened in 2007 by an Irishman, has a very traditional Irish interior with a long bar and a more Mediterranean outdoor area with a view of the Acropolis. The inside also functions as a sport's bar, when there is an interesting event.
We went for an outdoor table on that pleasant autumn evening. My wife ordered a Quinoa and Avocado Salad with Shrimps, topped by Lettuce, which was all one saw in the beginning. My choice was something I hadn't encountered before in Greece: a Cumberland Sausage with Mashed Potatoes. It came topped by plenty of crispy Onions. The Cumberland Sausage was not the classical long and coiled variety, but came in two small pieces, but it tasted good. To drink I had - not very original for an Irish Pub - a Mythos draught beer.
The waiter was very attentive and friendly and we could pay by credit card at the table.
Written October 28, 2024
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OdieUK
Dorset469 contributions
Mar 2022 • none
On my third night in athens I was feeling a bit of Greek food overload. Only a few minutes walk from the O&b hotel, I found the james Joyce. It’s supposed to be in a pedestrian zone, but the odd car drove past.
They have a small but neat outside eating area, with heaters. The food is typical pub grub - pies, sausages, fish n chips etc. I admit I went twice..on consecutive evenings..not specifically for the food but the atmosphere and fab music! Plus I have to say the Irish bar and serving staff were excellent. Being a single diner can be a pain but here I was made very welcome.
My top choice..sausages…followed by the pie…
Written March 15, 2022
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Graham Birmingham
Birmingham104 contributions
May 2024 • friends
Visited this bar to watch the Uefa conference League Final, wow, what a great night we had, the atmosphere was fabulous. We ordered Steak and Ale pie meal and i must say the pie was one of the best i have ever had, so much meat, excellent value at 10.5 euro. Plenty of choice to drink. I have to mention how hard the staff worked serving and waiting the tables, all so friendley. On my go to list on my next visit.
Written May 31, 2024
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Neil K
Liverpool828871 contributions
Jul 2022 • friends
Every city has some good Irish pubs,Athens was no exception with The James Joyce Irish Pub being our favourite Irish pub in this city .
I loved the look of this pub ,interior is superb ,a solid wood serving bar dominates the main room ,great decor and furnishings,tv's and big screens to enjoy the sport and lots of seating options spread throughout this pub both inside and outside looking out onto the busy and bustling Astiggos Thiseio.
We visited here every night on our weeks holiday in Athens ,beers served in here were superb ,we mostly stayed on big bottles of Amstel beer which were always served iced cold and sparkling ,this pub was always busy with a great atmosphere ,staff in here are really good ,it was really good sitting outside this pub till the small hours of the morning enjoying some cold beers.
We enjoyed all our visits to here and when we visit Athens again hopefully very soon we will most certainly revisit this great Irish pub.
The James Joyce Irish Pub is easy to locate along Astiggos Thiseio.
Opening hours are;
Monday to Sunday,midday till 2am.
Well worth checking out if you're in the area.
Written July 11, 2022
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David M
2 contributions
Dec 2022 • friends
Must say that it’s a great size bar with all the football games for the World Cup. The Canadian bar man was great, only for him running the bar it would of been a total shambles. The Greek waiters and the Greekbarman looked completely disinterested in what they where actually doing and completely oblivious to their surroundings. All this is coming from a Cork man who worked the bar-trade over 20 years in 18 different countries. Respect to the Canadian bar man 100%… Ps the food was unreal
Written December 2, 2022
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Joan C
Reserve920 contributions
Jun 2023 • couples
We have been here a few times. They have a nice selection of drinks, including an outstanding Greek hard apple cider. The food is English pub type food, although to be honest, it is better than food we had in English pubs in London. If you sit out front there is a spectacular view of the Acropolis. We have tried the charcuterie board, fish and chips, and bangers and mash and they were each very well done. They have Guinness on tap if you're into that. Highly recommend.
Written August 6, 2023
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The Spies of Life
United Kingdom6 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
Nice bar but got the feeling the staff thought the customers were an inconvenience. It's expensive and if you order a spirit and mixer you don't get the whole can of mixer drink. When I asked for more I was given a splash more from a rude member of staff.
Written February 2, 2024
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GlobalMethod
Athens60 contributions
Feb 2024 • family
We've been coming to the JJ for 6 years and it has always been good. Usually get the chicken club sandwich or the fish & chips, as they are quality and good portion for the price. We normally split an order as they are so big.
Written February 16, 2024
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727AmyG
Glasgow25 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
Nice place , in an off the main drag side streeet, yet still in the heart of things, just off the bottom of the flea market . Great food, and a nice pint of Kilkenny Red, though the house beer is excellent too, a sort of Lager type/ pale ale.Prices not bad, mid range, great pub grub menu, all fresh made 3 pint & 2 meals 35 Euro, average and the special Carrot & ginger soup is superb, and a huge bowl full.
Written March 5, 2020
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Chiiledout
Athens21 contributions
Sep 2021 • friends
Visited the James Joyce last weekend on a lovely, lovely warm afternoon. The location is great in a cool neighborhood. The decor is high quality and creates a great atmosphere of an Irish pub and outside there are ancient ruins and the Acropolis can be seen in the distance.
Written September 18, 2021
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