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Irish Pub of the Year
by Pubs Global Federation of Dublin, Ireland
We are very excited to share the news that Olde Blind Dog has been chosen “Irish Pub of the Year” by the Irish Pubs Global Federation of Dublin, Ireland! This is an international award, with over 6500 member pubs represented worldwide and sponsored by Guinness. The ceremony was held on Friday, Feb. 27, in Dublin, Ireland.
Olde Blind Dog is the first pub in the U.S. to win this coveted award. As you can see, it is a very significant award and accomplishment for our restaurants, our team and our patrons. We are thrilled and humbled by this honor. Click here to read the LA Times article.
Irish Pubs in America: History, Lore and Recipes
by Robert Meyers with Ron Wallace
This gorgeous and entertaining coffee table book features more than 50 Irish pubs throughout the country including both Olde Blind Dog locations in Milton and Brookhaven. It’s packed with 336 pages of beautiful photography, rich history, and mouth-watering recipes. The book is now available for purchase at both of our locations. Ask your bartender or server for details.
Access Atlanta: August 2013
One of our most popular and delicious dishes, Ale and Cheddar Dip, was highlighted in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Here’s the recipe so you can make it at home!
Jezebel Magazine: May 2012
For its grand opening, our Brookhaven location was featured in Jezebel magazine.
Inside is a wonderland of imported antiques, stained glass and hand-carvings that date back to the 19th century. “Our library seating area is from France, circa 1940,” Dezell says. “Some of our leaded glass, floors and paneling are 250 years old from Europe.” Pop-culture tchochkes also adorn the authentic pub. Take the replica of Mel Gibson in Braveheart—blue face paint and all—standing as its centerpiece, or a multileveled seating area featuring “snugs” (tucked-away spots for privacy). Celtic music; staff sporting black-collared shirts, plaid skirts, even kilts; and a cobblestoned road, complete with street signs and tables for two also hit upon tradition. Read full article here
Points North: March 2011
Irish Pubs that serve up delicious dishes: Olde Blind Dog. This article emphasizes all of the favorite dishes at the pub from the Ale and Cheddar Dip to the Bangers and Mash to the delicious Bread Pudding.
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Olde Blind Dog was chosen for the magazine's top ten "Picks for Scrumptious Brunch Spots."
For a heaping of a hearty Irish Breakfast, no need to transverse the sea, simply head to the Olde Blind Dog pub where "historic Crabapple meets historic Ireland."
Points North: May 2010
Points North: March 2010
The magazine spotlighted our famous annual St. Patrick's Day celebration with live music, beer trucks, and delicious Irish fare.