Welcome to Doherty’s Pub & Pins
Welcome to Doherty’s Pub & Pins, a charming Irish pub nestled in Decatur, Illinois. Our story is woven from warm hospitality and the communal joy of great food and games. With a menu that boasts a delightful mix of traditional Irish specialties and modern comfort food, we pride ourselves on our savory offerings, like the Fish and Chips and comforting Irish Nachos. Whether you're enjoying a hearty meal at our outdoor seating, catching a game on our TV, or savoring the company of friends in our casual atmosphere, Doherty's is where memories are made. Join us for a unique dining experience that feels like home.
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242 E William St Decatur, IL 62523 United States Hotline: (217) 428-5612
Welcome to Doherty’s Pub & Pins, a true gem nestled in Decatur, Illinois. This vibrant Irish pub combines the warmth of traditional hospitality with a lively atmosphere perfect for social gatherings, family outings, or a casual night out. Located at 242 E William St, this establishment is more than just a place to grab a bite; it’s a community hub where good food, friendly faces, and enjoyable games come together.
Doherty's offers a reviewed dining experience that caters to a wide audience. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch, a cozy family dinner, or simply a spot to unwind with friends, this pub has it all. With options for takeout, delivery, and reservations, they make dining out convenient and accessible.
- Appetizers: Start your meal with the Doherty’s Irish Combo—a delightful pick of three crowd-pleasers like portobello mushroom bites and pub pickles.
- Irish Specialties: For a heartier choice, dive into their famous Fish and Chips, featuring cod filet cooked in a house beer batter and served with crispy fries, or savor the Corned Beef and Cabbage that embodies classic Irish comfort food.
- Soups and Salads: Customers rave about the red pepper and Gouda soup, a must-try for any first-timer, and the Caesar Salad that perfectly complements any meal.
The atmosphere is casual and inviting, making it an ideal spot for families and groups. The moderate noise level fosters conversation, while outdoor seating options enhance your dining experience when the weather permits. It's not uncommon to catch a game on one of their TVs, adding to the relaxed, pub-like vibe.
What truly sets Doherty’s apart is its commitment to customer service. Patrons consistently highlight the friendly and attentive staff who ensure that every visit feels like coming home. As one guest aptly noted, “The people there were welcoming, and we felt right at home.”
With free Wi-Fi, credit card acceptance, and even bike parking, Doherty’s is not just a pub—it's an experience. Whether you choose to indulge in hearty meals or simply enjoy a pint, Doherty’s Pub & Pins is poised to become a cherished destination in Decatur’s vibrant culinary scene. Make your way to this welcoming pub, and let the flavors of Ireland transport you, one bite at a time!
Their Reuben sandwich is fantastic. My Caesar salad and red pepper with Gouda soup...delicious to the last warm spoonful of tasty goodness! The people there were welcoming and very friendly so we felt right at home. Many more items on the menu for us to explore in future trips on our date nights. Been married since 77 but Friday night will always be date night. Now this lovely establishment will become part of our rotation. Thank you Decatur for so many wonderful restaurants!
Doherty's has an amazing red pepper Gouda soup. It's a must when dining there. It's a great local establishment.
Always great service and food here. Friendly staff and a call out to the house salad. Yummm. Delish burgers too and fries.
Checked out this Irish pub in Decatur that's more typical of the local bars. It certainly isn't fancy but it's not all bad though. Doherty's is known for its cheap drinks, food, and games. For sure it's even cheap for around here. There's a few locals always at the bar it seems. After many of the other places around here have closed, it was a later night option for us to get drinks and a bite. It was pretty quiet inside. This place isn't a wild hangout most times. It has a pretty simple menu. There's the most basic stuff. It's about $5 for the cheapest Irish whiskey, not bad. The food can be even cheaper if you can believe it. Fries are $3, and these are about the healthiest food here you can get. The rest of the food mostly is meats. Good place to get something cheap. It may not always be good food, in fact it usually isn't, but most people just come for the drinks so they don't really care too much about any of the food. They also have games including arcades and slots for those looking for entertainment and things.
Have been wanting to try this place out for a long time and finally made it through the door. Late dinner after a local event so we arrived around 8/830p. Not a lot of patrons at that time so we had the place to ourselves for the most part. Sat at the bar and enjoyed our bartender/server. Super nice gal who was very courteous, efficient and made you feel at home. She was on top of our drink refills, made good menu suggestions and kept herself busy in the meantime stocking, wiping stuff down etc. Now that might sound like a funny thing to comment on but I'm so over people on their cell phones when they should be working. Especially in the service industry. Anyway! We ordered the waffle fry nachos and the hot beef sandwich- cannot recall Irish name for it - and both were very good. I wish the nachos had more nachos on it for $9.99 but it was tasty and did the trick so my only complaint. We will return soon to try something new! I bet this would be a great place to watch a football game on the weekend. Just had that vibe going to me...neighborhood old school bar, excellent staff, cold beer and a good nosh.
Food was GREAT and the service was very friendly, I have a great meal and the place is warm and inviting. I will be back!