• The Irish influence in Virgina can be traced to the original colony back in the 17th century. Since then, they have gone on to influence music, politics and of course American cuisine. While some restaurants only serve food through a traditional kitchen, others double as a pub and have live music after dark.
  
  

Molly's Irish Pub

• You can find Molly's Irish Pub in the historic old town of Warrenton. It is owned and operated by sisters Laurie & Kitty Enright. The menu boasts a combination of starters, traditional favorites and entrees. One seafood dish of note is the Liscannor Bay Fish Sandwich. This lightly battered cod is served on a bun with tomato and lettuce. Live entertainment is also available for the guests four nights a week. Open mic nights are also available.
  
  36C Main Street
  
  Historic Old Town Warrenton
  
  540-349-5300
  
  http://www.mollysirishpub.com/
  
  

Pat Troy's Ireland's Own

• Pat Troy's Ireland's Own in Alexandria is an Irish style pub and restaurant run by Pat Troy. One of its claims to fame involves a visit by then president Ronald Reagan in 1988. The two customer favorites from the menu are the shepherd's pie and the fish and chips. The pub also has daily specials as well as a happy hour offering drink discounts. Carry out orders are also available for those in the mood to dine in the comfort of their own home. The doors open at 11 a.m and guests are ushered out by 2 a.m.
  
  Pat Troy's Ireland's Own
  
  111 N. Pitt Street
  
  Alexandria, VA 22314
  
  703-549-4535
  
  pattroysirishpub.com/
  
  

O'Faolains

• While O'Faolains is located in Sterling, Virginia, it is still considered part of the greater Washington D.C area. It is famed for being more than just a pub as it has a restaurant with a European culinary background. O'Faolains also proudly entertains it's guests with live music with both local and foreign talent. The dinner menu has a wide array of dishes ranging from the crab macaroni and cheese to the Guiness casserole. A brunch menu is also available for guests who come on Sundays. For those looking for a venue to host a private party, corporate or family event, O'Faolains has various options.
  
  O'Faolains
  
  20921 Davenport Drive
  
  Sterling, VA 20165
  
  703-444-9796
  
  ofaolains.com/menu.html