Molly McHughs Irish Pub

Been to Dublin — This is It Only thing it can get crowded
Guinness !!!

I never made it beyond the doorway. It’s a smoking bar. Sorry, I can’t be around that. I also found in the middle of the afternoon, there was plenty of activity in the shops and restaurants around this place, however, Molly McHughs was quite empty. If you’re relying on making a living by catering to only 10% of the population, you’re going to remain empty or limit your potential. Just saying.

Its a cool spot… they have like dice and card games which is cool. It does get pretty loud there without music. Hopefully i can see a live act there at some point. Prices for the pints weren’t bad either

Been a few times. Enjoyed it until the bar stools went flying. (Been 3 or 4 times and EVERY TIME someone is throwing furniture) Can’t these folks drink and act like adults? Will not be back.

A group of friends and family got together around the holidays to enjoy some drinks and one another’s company in downtown Lakeland. Unfortunately at most gatherings like these, one person has a bit to much to drink. When that relative tripped over a chair in Molly’s the other local patrons helped him up and made sure he was okay. However the bar back stormed up to the individual, grabbed his arm and said «out!». None of group in attendance had ever been treated so poorly by bar staff and the owner. Instead of calmly trying to divulge the situation they heightened it. As customers that had just ordered about $ 200 in drinks the least we expected was a respectful «is he okay, unfortunately this does mean you have to leave». That would have been completely understandable. Instead the aggressive bar back began pulling a gentleman that just feel on his head out of the bar obnoxiously. Followed by the confrontational owner explaining to us that he was stumbling drunk when we had walked into the bar. This same owner that had just served the «stumbling drunk» 3 drinks in the course of 40 minutes. There was no reason for curse words, police threats, or the 10 minutes they then made us wait to pay the tab after asked to leave. ALL THE OTHER BARS IN THE AREA ARE GREAT, AVOID THIS PLACE!

Good beer selection, authenticity is nice too. Full of hipsters often but that isn’t their fault. Great staff and decent pricing. The live music is usually real good.

Great prices, and friendly staff, I enjoyed the hospitality as well as the music, will definitely be back again.

Cool place to chill and have a Guinness. No TV’s if that’s what you’re looking for. Right downtown Lakeland, good outdoor seating in front. You can bring your dog and people watch or just sit and chat. Mellow fun.

We stumbled on this place and loved it’s Irish décor and Irish music loved it very much and met very nice people and the bartender was very nice as well definitely would come again next visit :)

Speed in last night for a quick drink. Lots of liquor to choose from and a nice selection of Irish beer. Décor is nice, you know you’re in an Irish pub.

One of our favorites bars in Lakeland. Imperial pints (20oz) for reasonable prices, chill atmosphere, good music, fairly small but solid beer selection. All the staff are really friendly and there’s pool and giant Jenga if you’re into that. There’s no food available but there are many restaurants on the street that you can order take out from.
Based on non-​peak time visits. Nightlife may change the atmosphere

The only true Irish pub in Polk County. Great historic feel, eclectic décor, and always good music to be heard. The bartenders are as professional as they are friendly. Order a Guinness!

After walking around a bit, we decided this seemed like the best bar downtown to stop for a beer. Some of the others seems too crazy. Molly’s was lively, but not over top. Good drinks and good service.

Molly’s seems to be the bar to hang at in Lakeland. The ambiance is traditional American Irish pub which means low light and wood. Last time I stopped in they still were only had macro beers on tap and Guinness was the only Irish beer choice. If you like Stella, Bud and Guinness you’ll enjoy it quite a bit. If you are more of a beer nerd/​geek/​snob you may be disappointed by the draft selection.

If you ever venture to historic downtown Lakeland for a night out (well worth it but get a room at The Terrace as this town knows how to party) Molly’s will probably be one of the longer stops.
Great for a large or small group of people with a definite Irish Pub (all be it a more modern version) feel.
Great staff, drink prices and atmosphere. You can smoke in here but the air was not that bad on a Saturday night so don’t be too scared off by that.
Pop in have a Guinness or two, bring Pizza over from accross the street and enjoy the band

Molly’s i a great place to bump into an old friend from High School, if you’re into that sort of thing.
They have live music, outdoor patios, affordable drinks, and a low-​key, relaxed atmosphere. The family the runs the pub is pretty cool, too.
While there is a small selection of food items, I’d go elsewhere to get your noms on. Also, beware of the smokers!
It’s pretty legit for an Irish pub in Lakeland, FL.

Oh what a lovely accident.
After a day purchasing a car… I just wanted a beer. I promise I didn’t drive afterwards ;)
Left the sunny outside and stumbled into this lovely pub on a Tuesday afternoon. Huge space… relatively empty. Couple people at the bar. What you would expect on a Tuesday at 4PM in a Lakeland bar.
Very Pub-​esque. Dark inside. Not meticulously kept. Cigarette machine. Smoking is allowed. Few food items are available. If you are going to order a mixed drink– better keep it basic. Cuba libre, vodka cran, and so on. This is not the Blue Martini. That is exactly what i like about it.
Bartender was very friendly, very knowledgeable about beer, and sarcastically witty. Great combination. Beer selection was decent. There were quite a few taps, not many bottles. Plenty of liquor. Pool tables. Outside seating.
Don’t expect to get table side service if there is only a bartender working. He is not a waitress. Rightfully so.
Liked it so much I came back after I got some dinner elsewhere. Definitely come by if I am ever back in Lakeland.

I have only drank here, so that is what I am reviewing. I went in with a couple of work buddies and had two beers, a mixed drink and just concoction the bartender made up. Overall the service was good, the atmosphere was laid back and the people happy. The price was ok and it seemed that everyone was in their mid 30s or so.
The atmosphere is dark and somewhat dirty, but plays well into the whole pub scenario. The walls are coated in Irish themed things, and the ceiling is tin. Overall it was a nice place to drink beer.
The selection of drinks is pretty good, especially when the bartender gives you a taste of whatever you want.
I will definitely go back but I do not think I will make it my go to place just yet.

I give Molly’s (affectionatly called by locals) 5 stars because it is quite possibly my favorite place on earth. Low-​key, friendly, affordable, relaxed. …authentic Irish pub with Irish/​american (limited) menu (ask for «Molly’s fries»)…and the best pint o’ Guinness in the county. Street parties abound… Two outdoor patios, one in front and one in back… live local bands… pool table. Smoking is allowed so be ready for that.
It’s a neighborhood pub where you can go and meet or you can go and not be hassled. As I said, it’s my favorite place on earth.

Grab a DD and head to Molly’s! I used to belong to an Irish American Study Group that met at Molly’s periodically. The atmosphere is pleasant and although they do not feature a full menu, it is possible to order munchies.