McCarthys Bern – The Most Elegant Irish Pub in Town

McCarthys Bern – The Most Elegant Irish Pub in Town

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★★★★☆ 4.2 / 5
$$ Pub / Bar City Center Bern Dining with Friends, Group & Family Meals, Pub Food, After-Work Beer, Beer Lovers

Highlights

  • 🍺 Around 15 draft beers – from Guinness and Kilkenny to Brooklyn Lager
  • 🥧 Authentic beef & Guinness pie with shortcrust pastry and hearty beef filling
  • 🏠 Elegant Irish pub interior with solid wood tables and upholstered armchairs
  • 🌞 Terrace on Aarbergergasse – ideal for people watching

    If you’re looking for an elegant pub, McCarthys Bern is the right address for you. A refined interior, great beer, and good food await you.

    Our Dining Experience at McCarthys Pub Bern

    McCarthys Pub Bern interior

    In the warmer months, the first thing you see in front of McCarthys Pub Bern is the terrace right on Aarbergergasse. You can sit outside comfortably, enjoy a beer, and watch the city bustle.

    Guests can sit at the bar or at the solid wood tables with comfortably upholstered armchairs and benches. McCarthys has plenty of space and plenty of shine.

    A QR code on the table allows you to browse the food and drinks menu.

    The menu at McCarthys Bern offers mainly simpler dishes like burgers, fish and chips, or beef & Guinness pie.

    Beef & Guinness pie with pan-fried potatoes and roasted vegetables at McCarthys Bern

    We reserved a table in the front area of the venue. We were served at the table. The waiter came quickly and took our order. I ordered the beef & Guinness pie. When ordering at McCarthys, the question arises whether to order in English or if German is fine. I put it to the test and ordered in Swiss German. And indeed, I got what I wanted.

    The pie was as it should be – shortcrust pastry on the outside with a hearty filling of beef pieces inside. The pan-fried potatoes were freshly prepared and tasted excellent with some sauce poured over them. Zucchini and bell peppers were also fine.

eateryfinds.com Rating

Solid Pick

🥈 Solid Pick — 4.2 / 5

McCarthys Bern is an elegant Irish pub in the city center – 15 draft beers, authentic beef & Guinness pie, and a sophisticated interior.

Plus:
  • The atmosphere is elegant yet authentic – the most beautiful Irish pub in Bern.
  • The selection of draft beers is impressive, with around 15 varieties for every taste.
  • The beef & Guinness pie tastes authentic, just like in England – shortcrust pastry, tender beef, fresh pan-fried potatoes.
  • The service is friendly, prompt, and unobtrusive.
Improvement:
  • Most dishes are simple in nature – those seeking upscale cuisine will be disappointed in the pub area.
  • In the evening, a club-like atmosphere can develop that not every pub guest will enjoy.

For whom? Dining with Friends, Group & Family Meals, Pub Food, After-Work Beer, Beer Lovers

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Practical Info

📍 Address

Aarbergergasse 20, 3011 Bern
Bern

📞 Phone

+41 31 318 45 45

🌐 Website

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📋 Menu

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🚆 Public Transit

Just about 200 meters from Bern station – ideal access by public transport.

🕐 Opening Hours

Mon 17:30–22:00 Tue 17:30–22:00 Wed 17:30–22:00 Thu 17:30–22:00 Fri 11:30–14:00, 17:30–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 12:00–21:00

📅 Last visited

2025-07-12

🗓️ Published

2025-07-12

🗓️ Updated

2026-05-24

FAQ

Is a reservation required at McCarthys Pub Bern?
Yes, McCarthys can get very busy. Therefore, a reservation is recommended.
What vegetarian and vegan options are available at McCarthys Bern?
The menu includes some vegetarian options, such as a falafel wrap or a halloumi burger.
Is there parking available?
No. The restaurant does not have its own parking. Drivers can use the Bahnhof or Metro parking nearby.
How many draft beers are there?
McCarthys offers around 15 different draft beers, including Guinness, Kilkenny, Brooklyn Lager, IPA, Grimbergen, and 1664 Blanc.
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