Paddy Mac’s Irish Bar and Grill
10971 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens 33410 (Promenade
Plaza)
561-691-4366
Mon-Thurs: 11:30 a.m. to midnight
Fri and Sat: 11:30 to 2 a.m.
Paddymacspub.com
By Jane Feehan
Some say the Irish can’t cook. Of Irish blood, I would be
inclined to agree – at least years ago. A visit to Paddy Mac’s Irish Bar and
Grill in Palm Beach Gardens may change a few minds. Probably as many dine as
drink here and there are plenty of reasons why.
The owner, Ken Wade, and a few of his chefs, including Ann
Gibbons, hail from Ireland where they finely tuned their culinary skills at Ashford
Castle Hotel in County Mayo. The food at Paddy Mac’s reflects their experience with
and enthusiasm for dishes both rural and urban.
Irish Cottage pie, one of their rural creations, is a tasty
blend of ground beef blended with savory sauce and diced vegetables and topped
with mashed potatoes. Chicken Tipperary is also a winner. Stuffed (not rolled) with a flavorful dressing
accented with apples and almonds, this entrée comes drizzled with a slightly
sweet whiskey sauce.
Seafood lovers with a taste for something different can dine
on Fisherman’s pie of fresh scallops, shrimp and salmon with a tomato basil
sauce and a pastry crust finish. There
are a variety of these “pies” including a vegetarian rendition and a steak and
mushroom creation. Lamb, prime steaks,
chops, fish, burgers and salads round out the offerings.
Paddy Mac’s offers a comfortable, cozy setting with table
cloths and décor that may remind one of an upscale pub in Ireland. Patio dining and party room (of course) available. Full bar and good wine list.
Paddy Mac’s is located at the Promenade Plaza so there is plenty of parking.
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