Fitzgerald's Irish Pub

So I recently moved to Chapel Hill and I decided to check out the only Irish Pub while I was walking down the infamous Franklin St. As I walked in, I was greeted by a nice and outgoing hostess and I decided to take a seat at the bar versus being seated at a table. I started talking with this really sweet bartender named Chelsea; I asked for a beer recommendation and she was really helpful and knowledgeable about the local beers that were on tap. Her first choice was a local beer called Red Oak, I was given a sample and immediately fell in love with it. When it came to ordering food, I spoke with her again and she steered me towards the wings! My eyes went straight towards the blackened parmesan flavor and I got them EXTRA crispy. I loved them but I had to save the rest for my entree.

After I finished I wanted to see what their Balsamic Chicken was all about. I replaced the goat cheese with feta cheese and wow it was great. The entree also came with a side of spinach and it was very filling. My only complaint was that I didn't save enough room to try their homemade Guinness Tiramisu that the bartender was raving about.

I had come in for a late dinner, so by the time my meal was finished, it was getting into late night, and the bar really picked up. The DJ played a great mix of old and new songs, with some really interesting transitions. I left Fitzgeralds around midnight, but was very tempted to stay. The bar and crowd had such a great vibe and the bartenders were just as helpful and efficient with their late night drinks; Chelsea and the other bartenders that came in for their shift were great with the crowds and high volume, which just made me even more impressed with Fitzgeralds.

Overall, it was a great experience and I plan on going back in to not only try the dessert I missed out on, but to take advantage of the daily specials they were advertising. Half off EVERYTHING on Thursdays?! I can't wait.

Left The Crunkleton with some friends and one of them wanted to pop into Fitzgeralds. When were approaching I noticed a line to get in, which made me giggle. We waited in line with all the pre 20 something's with fake IDs and I begged to leave. Once we got inside it was my worst nightmare come to life. A dark, hot/humid room with music so loud you can't even yell to be heard. Not only was the music loud but it was bad and not even ironically. The "DJ" was playing songs from the 90s that were not even good when released.

I don't know. Maybe it's because I never went to college that I do not understand the 1 dollar PBR (which has its moments) bar. Or that I'd rather hang out with people than be deaf the next morning from NOW 4, but this was not my spot.

I've gotten two more burgers since my initial review.  Overall, the quality's improved - the fries were noticeably better, and service was a bit faster.  The Shillaleigh (however you spell it) had some quite good corned beef on it.  If this trend continues, Fizgerald's will shape up to be a great place.