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Irish American pub with a great atmosphere - The Workman's Friend, Charlotte, NC

The Workman's Friend

4.7
4.7
22 Reviews
$30 and under
Irish
Located in the heart of Plaza Midwood, we are an authentic Irish American pub serving scratch-made pub fare with friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. Choose from our open air patio overlooking the action of Central Avenue, or our cozy indoor dining room outfitted with a working fireplace.


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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Irish, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–2:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
  • Phone number
    (980) 224-8234
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Plaza Midwood
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 22 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

22 Reviews
  1. LaurenP

    Tulsa

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was so good! We had the best dinner experience. Food was tasty and at a great value. Will return!

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  2. JohnnyC

    Charlotte

    98 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Not worth the price or the time to travel there. The restaurant was recommended to us but there was nothing unique or interesting. The food was fair. Certainly not rushing back. 75.00 with tip.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, liked the vibe but it was so loud!! Came for dinner with friends and felt like I was screaming to talk to them right across the table

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  4. VivianP

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Nice casual place for a date night, food was really good but cocktails were just okay. We had a good time.

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  5. lovegoodfood

    Charlotte

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Breakfast - tasty food, drinks a-plenty and great service. We’d definitely go back!!

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  6. ElizabethH

    Coastal Georgia

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 27, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our cocktails were very good as was the food. The prices were very good for what you got. Cocktails cost almost as much as the meal. But the parking was tricky.

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  7. PatrickH

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    The boxty benedict at brunch was not great, and most people in my party didn't love their brunch entree. That being said, it was not bad either. Service was outstanding, a little dark for brunch inside the restaurant, but overall a good experience. Would definitely go back for brunch drinks but maybe not the food.

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  8. HughL

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for a very special occasion. It was a great Father’s Day lunch.

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  9. AndrewV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Having spent time in Ireland this was as close as I’ve found to it in the states. Well drafted pints, delicious mains and apps. Ginger beer is a must!

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  10. Lynda

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food2service3ambience4
    The Workman’s Friend is a favorite of ours but I was pretty disappointed with my recent brunch there. I ordered Corned Beef Hash and Eggs. Asked for the eggs over medium. What a received was a pile of roasted potatoes and cubed corned beef which was dry. No onions. Not much of a hash. Would not have been so bad if my eggs came as ordered. They were overcooked and hard yolks. Miss their incredible Monte Cristo!

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  11. Trini

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Fun place to be, excellent beer selection, not very good wine selection. Some items ordered were very good, like the fried oysters and okras, however the Irish stew (beef stew) and the shepherds pie could have been more flavorful. Good vibe.

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  12. kman

    Charlotte

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Finally tried this place early evening on a Saturday in spring. The good: cold beer, fried oysters, fish and chips, grilled cheese, overall vibe, and attentive wait staff. The not so good: dry shepherds pie, overly sweet cocktail. The bad: having a reservation for six several weeks in advance with “special occasion” birthday clearly noted for my 80-something mother only to be seated in the loud bar area directly in front of the host’s check in. We would have preferred the much quieter fireplace area that was half empty. That is not enough for us not to return, more of a comment for the owner to pay attention to the reservation notes. Overall we liked it and will try again without elderly parents in tow.

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  13. JoeT

    Charlotte

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fantastic! Waiter was efficient and had a great attitude. Fun atmosphere and food served in a quick amount of time. Stew was absolutely delicious -- just wish there was more meat in it. ;-)

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of our favorite places to celebrate everything from St. Pattys Day, family birthdays, random Wednesdays…. We love the patio on a nice afternoon off and, by the way, we drive an hour from Rock Hill to get here. The food is great but the atmosphere and the service keep us coming back.

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  15. CarolinaB

    Miami

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ok wow this place was so quaint, delicious, and perfect for a small birthday dinner celebration.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a place! Music, service, decoration & definitely food is top-notch

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  17. TMik

    Charlotte

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I ordered the purple gnocchi. It was tasty but wasn’t as “pillowy” as tradition versions. But, I love this place none the less. Neighborhood gem.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All of the food was delicious! The ambiance is great for a hangout and catch-up with friends.

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  19. ZoMW

    Nashville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    Great food, poor service. Waited 20 mins for just water once we sat down. No staff was attentive to us when we tried to wave 🌊 em down.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have driven by many times and finally decided to make a reservation. We went to Ireland this summer and I’m telling you the food here was on level with the food in Ireland. The atmosphere is just like an Irish pub and the ambiance is laid back but also classy feeling. The drinks were great as well. We went on New Years Eve but will definitely be going back as a regular spot to drink as well as eat. If you haven’t been you’re missing out.

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  21. JohnR

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was great and environment festive and a little noisy. If you want quiet atmosphere and intimate conversation, this is not the place. It was a little chilly inside with that patio area and no doors to the main dining area to cut down on drafts. We would definitely go back. One negative note is the amount of trash on the ground outside and heading to rear parking lot.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant, with amazing service and even better food. The fireplace made it so we didn’t want to leave.

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FAQs

The Workman's Friend is rated 4.7 stars by 22 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Workman's Friend

1531 Central Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205-5013

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Plaza Midwood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–2:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 am
  • Cuisines
    Irish, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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