Marlay House Irish Pub
Welcome to Marlay House Irish Pub, a delightful gem located at 426 W Ponce de Leon Ave in Decatur, GA. With an impressive 4.5-star rating, Marlay House offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that captures the charm of an authentic Irish pub right in the heart of Athens. Whether you're stopping by for a casual lunch, a cozy dinner, or a lively evening with friends, this pub promises a memorable experience complemented by exceptional service. With a menu that boasts a variety of British Isle favorites and a selection of signature drinks, there’s something to please every palate. Marlay House is not just a dining destination; it’s a community hub where customers feel at home. Our guests rave about our attentive staff and the welcoming ambiance, making it an ideal venue for celebrations—just ask Michelle Rivera, who hosted her wedding welcome lunch here! Enjoy the vibrant outdoor seating on pleasant evenings, where you can often catch live music, or relax indoors among our charming pub decor. Convenient parking options make it easy to visit, ensuring your experience is as hassle-free as possible. Open daily from 11:30 AM, Marlay House is ready to serve you delicious meals and delightful drinks, making it a must-visit spot for locals and tourists alike. Check out our website at themarlayhouse.com or call us at (404) 270-9950 to learn more about our offerings or to make a reservation. We can't wait to welcome you!
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Michelle Rivera
10/10 recommend! We had our wedding welcome lunch at Marlay House and it was one of the best decisions we made. We worked with the general manager, Michelle, from March to plan for our lunch in August. From the beginning she was so helpful and accommodating to our needs. Their food options fit all of our guests dietary restrictions which was big for us. The day of our lunch the staff was incredible! Everyone was so friendly and kind to us. We felt very taken care of. Our guests raved about how delicious the food was. The pub was a great location especially for our out of town guests staying in Decatur Square. The pub has plenty of parking. Michelle and the team made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying their time. If anyone is looking for a place to host their next event and want amazing food, friendly staff, great location, and good prices - look no further! Photo credits: @frykmanphotography
Simon Robson
Great place with a nice Irish feel. Staff and service are excellent. British Isle food was very good with nice selection of their signature drinks. Much better parking situation than the restaurants around the Decatur town square. We had a egg breakfast, fish and chips, smoky chicken sandwich and their signature Irish Roast dinner and desert available on Sundays only. This Irish roast dinner was more blackened than an English roast beef dinner with a lot of smoky flavors. Included dessert was out of this world.
Darrin Rumph
Approaching the Marlay House, I noticed they had a small parking lot right next to the restaurant, along with a sign pointing to additional parking in the rear. I quickly found a spot in the side parking lot and headed to the outside seating area where I saw my group of friends. I joined them, and our server quickly came by to check on us. I reviewed the beer and food menus. The beer selection was okay—about ten options to choose from,including offerings from some local Atlanta breweries. I started with a Three Taverns Night on Ponce IPA. We were chatting it up, and after a while, I started to get hungry. I ordered the grilled mahi tacos and a Creature Comforts Bigger Dreams Hazy IPA as my second beer. The tacos came out pretty quickly, and they were good—went well with the beer, too. A friend of mine ordered the fried fish tacos and really enjoyed them. I walked through the restaurant’s interior, and it was dimly lit, really living up to the Irish pub motif. Everything looked very clean and overall I enjoyed my first visit to Marlay House and would return to try some other items.
Trang T.
Stopped by Marlay on a beautiful Tuesday evening. The outdoor seating was very popular and accompanied by a group of musicians. There was plenty of indoor seating available as well. Indoor pub decor was cozy. We were excited to see that there was a Tuesday menu special for small / shareable plates and drinks. Altogether, we ordered the fish and chips, pretzel, smoked chicken tacos, and deviled eggs. All were fantastic. Vinegar was on the table to sprinkle on the fish and chips. It was good with just the vinegar, but the tartar sauce was a nice touch as well (almost like a tartar-slaw?). The shredded smoked chicken tacos really surprised us and were so tasty. 10/10 would get again. Overall, great place with plenty of options on the menu. We pass by this place almost everday and it looks lively. We really enjoyed going on a "slower" day.
Tim Schuett
Great dinner tonight! My wife had the fish and chips and I had the cheeseburger. I ordered the burger medium and that’s what I got. Fries are hot, fresh and delicious. Couple Guinness to wash it all down!
Lisa Minor
We came here because we had been craving fish and chips. We definitely made the right choice! The fish and chips and brussel sprouts were so good. We were greeted as soon as we sat down and service was excellent. The beer was cold and the Sangria was great! We will definitely return soon!
Nat Shor
I can't say I was thrilled with the food. The interior is a bit gloomy😒, and it's hard to read the menu.
Tony Preston
Good service and patio. This is an Irish pub with a limited menu of brunch and bar food. It has a formidable patio that can be great on those long spring and fall afternoons. I went here for brunch on a Sunday. Our server was sweet and enthusiastic. It took her a long time to get to us and we didn't see her much. In her defense, it was her 4th day on the job and she wouldn't be 21 for another week or so. The food was mediocre. I ordered the burger which was dry. The fries were big and had good flavor, except that they seemed to have been under the heat lamp for a bit. They have a great beer selection and cocktails. I had a summery bourbon drink that was refreshing. My wife had fish and chips. She said it was good but didn't finish it and was not interested in the doggie bag. They have a decent beer selection.
Kiki Mua
Nice little pub in downtown Decatur. Parking was free, limited, and a little tight. The restaurant had plenty of outdoor and indoor seating and it was spooky-ly decorated for Halloween. We ordered the Goat Cheese Fritters --- this is what annoys me about appetizers that are served in odd numbers: you have to be selfless and give up the extra fritter to your spouse or test them to see if they have a generous heart. Or I guess you could just stare at the last piece for several minutes and see who will get it first. So yeah...it only came with 3 fritters and being the generous person I am...I gave it to my husband. I ordered the Warm Brussels Sprouts Salad and OMG I couldn't stop eating it. Just don't smile if you're on a date or with friends, because the dressing is half black pepper, half vinaigrette. I had so many black pepper flakes stuck in between my teeth at the end of my meal...it was so embarrassing. Good thing I'm married and my husband sees me without makeup...so black pepper teeth ain't the worst thing he's seen of me. My husband ordered the Shepherd's Pie and devoured it like it was his last meal. Our server was friendly and attentive. Definitely will come back to try if I'm in the area.
Michael Fuhrer (Mike)
Love the food, service, and atmosphere at this place. I'd go more often but it's a smidge pricey. Maybe I need to find out what their happy hour beers are! Staff are always very kind.
