Ashford Arms Pub

09/21/06

Simple but charming little pub attracts a younger futbol and an older football crowd.

by Contributor at Citysearch

The Scene
"All of you who are drinking to forget, please pay in advance." This humorous plea is just one of many witty signs and comic strips hanging about the bar. Miniature figurines of old Irish women enshrined in wooden cases add quirky flavor. Even though this is America, team Ireland takes precedence on the big-screen TV. Football fans will have to settle for watching the nationally televised game on two smaller screens behind the bar.

The Draw
The bartender, whose accent is as thick as Ireland's fog, is boisterous and warm. He'll call you by your first name within moments of introducing himself. There's no kitchen, but they manage a nice spread (beef fajitas, chips, beans) during Sunday's football games. This is surely not a destination spot, but if you're a green-blooded American who's a bit homesick, a day's worth of drinking here is cheaper than a flight home.