Hooley’s Irish Pub

Specialties

The Irish are known for bringing many wonderful gifts to the Western world, such as Guinness Beer, Irish Whiskey and Boxty Dishes. Ireland is saturated with small pubs throughout the countryside. These pubs have a unique charm and brilliance. People from all over the world come to relax with wonderful music and great conversation. We welcome you to our Irish Pub, where you can enjoy authentic Irish fayre, delicious traditional Irish dishes, friendly service and a warm barstool.

History

Established in 2009.

Hooley [.poss Hidust. Hoolie — a hindu festival, brought back by Irish soldiers]Extended celebration, usually involving the consumption of alcohol. In the mid 1980s while touring Europe, Craig MacDonald, owner and founder of Hooleys, made his first visit to Ireland. So taken was he by the Pub Culture” of the Emerald Isle he decided there and then that he would one day import the warmth and charm of an old Irish Pub to his hometown in San Diego, California. With the help of two great friends (now partners), Craig realized his dream, and on Saint Patrick’s Day of 1999 the doors to Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill first opened in Rancho San Diego. As many Irish natives will attest, Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill captures the true magic of an authentic Irish Pub. From the polished brass whiskey still to the old church pews supporting the bar, all the interior was shipped from Ireland to Rancho San Diego. in 2009, Hooleys in La Mesa was established.

Meet the Business Owner

Craig M.

Business Owner

In the mid 1980s while touring Europe, Craig MacDonald, owner and founder of Hooleys, made his first visit to Ireland. So taken was he by the Pub Culture” of the Emerald Isle he decided there and then that he would one day import the warmth and charm of an old Irish Pub to his hometown in San Diego, California. With the help of two great friends (now partners), Craig realized his dream, and on Saint Patrick’s Day of 1999 the doors to Hooleys Irish Pub & Grill first opened in Rancho San Diego