McGurk’s (John D. McGurk’s Irish Pub & Garden) is a storied Irish pub at 1200 Russell Blvd in Soulard that’s been a beloved local landmark since its humble beginnings as a one-room pub in 1978. The venue has grown organically—expanding through adjoining row houses—now boasting nearly 20,000 square feet including over 10,000 square feet of lush outdoor garden space, complete with a koi pond, waterfall, and multiple bars . A centerpiece for live Irish music, the pub offers nightly performances from musicians who journey from across Ireland . Celebrated nationally—honored by Esquire as one of America’s best bars and lauded by National Geographic as one of the most authentic Irish pubs —McGurk’s blends classic Irish fare (like bangers and mash, Gaelic stew, and fish and chips) with pub favorites in a richly decorated, warmly inviting setting.