If you’ve been craving some traditional Irish classics such as Bangers and Mash or Shepherd’s Pie, you have to make your way over to Keegan’s Public House in downtown Huntsville! Situated in the perfect location overlooking Big Spring Park, Keegan’s offers authentic Irish flare and outstanding drinks in a lively, Old World atmosphere.
Maybe you’re like me and you’ve passed by Keegan’s many times while exploring the downtown area but haven’t had a chance to stop in yet. If that’s the case, you’re in luck! This month, Keegan’s is participating in Huntsville Restaurant Week, a 10-day celebration of the unique local cuisine throughout the city. Huntsville Restaurant Week is taking place August 10th through the 19th with the intention of attracting both locals and visitors to immerse themselves in the culinary talent of the Rocket City.
Each of the participating restaurants will offer different specials during this time, including some amazing specials for both lunch and dinner at Keegan’s. At lunch time, guests can indulge in Shepherd’s pie and an incredible house salad (pictured below) for just $15! My favorite part of this meal was the lemon basil vinigerette on the salad, which is made from scratch like everything else on the menu.
If you’d rather head to Keegan’s for a hearty meal at dinner time, you can enjoy a small order of Keegan’s Potato Chips (covered in both melted bleu cheese and bleu cheese crumbles), an entree of Bangers and Mash, and a house salad for $20. The chips were crunchy and covered in delicious seasoning, and the bleu cheese on top just melts in your mouth!
This was the perfect appetizer because it was just filling enough to hold me over until the salad and the entree. The mix of melted bleu cheese with bleu cheese crumbles gave it a fun texture, and by the time I finished snacking on these chips, I could not wait to taste the next dish: bangers and mash! I love the photo below because not only does it highlight the delicious entree, but you can also get a glimpse of the beautiful floor-to-ceiling windows in the restaurant that overlook the park.
My visit to Keegan’s was the first time I had ever tried bangers and mash, and while I knew a little about the dish, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Traditional Irish sausages and a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes were clearly the star of the show, but the dish was made even better with grilled onions, mushrooms, and brown gravy. The sausage was cooked perfectly, and the mix of gravy and mashed potatoes was like a flavor explosion in my mouth. The serving of sausage was so big, I couldn’t finish it, but this meal would be great for leftovers!
Although you’ll receive a ton of amazing food for a great price, you have to leave room for dessert! Seriously, you have to. Pictured here is their out-of-this-world Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding. Yes, you read that correctly. Bread pudding made with Krispy Kreme donuts. Do I even need to say anything else?! This heavenly dessert is topped with whipped cream, peaches, and a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. The hot bread pudding combined with the cold, creamy ice cream was indescribable, and I could not put my spoon down! Let’s just say I’m very thankful that Keegan’s doesn’t list calories on their menu. 😉
My entire experience at Keegan’s was incredible from start to finish, from the food to the service, and I’m SO excited to go back with my husband during Restaurant Week! If you’re wanting to try something new or just experience some traditional Irish food in Huntsville, make Keegan’s your next stop for a date night, lunch with coworkers, or drinks with your friends!
Keegan’s Hours:
Monday – Thursday
11 am – 10 pm
Kitchen closes at 9 pm
Friday – Saturday
11 am – 12 am
Kitchen closes at 10 pm
Sunday:
Closed
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