In March 2025, the beingirish.berlin team took a little weekend trip to Hamburg’s pub scene. We were in the Hanseatic city for completely different reasons, but of course we didn’t miss the opportunity to visit a pub or two.
Below you will find a selection of the pubs we visited and our experiences.
Irish Pub in the Fleetenkieker
When we were in the mood for a Guinness at the beginning of our first evening in Hamburg, the “Irish Pub in the Fleetenkieker” was just right. We were perhaps a little early by pub standards, but at least they were open and we were almost the only guests. Unfortunately, we couldn’t get the real feeling of the pub.
The hidden entrance (make sure you don’t accidentally end up at Hans im Glück) and the vaulted cellar in which the pub is located make it very cozy at first glance. However, this does not necessarily make it look like a typical Irish pub. The staff speaks both German and English.
If you’re hungry, you’ll find burgers, sandwiches, chicken wings and fish & chips on the menu. However, we didn’t try the food on site.
There is always a pub quiz on Mondays and live music on Friday and Saturday evenings. For sports fans, sporting events are also broadcast here on several screens.
In addition to Guinness, there is also Hop House and Kilkenny on tap. A pint of Guinness currently costs €6.50.
You will also find a large selection of other bottled beers here. A selection of the current beers can be found on a shelf right at the entrance.
Cocktails and shots can also be found on the menu. Among them is our beloved Baby Guinness Shot.
Titanic (Irish Pub Sportbar)
The Titanic Irish Pub in Hamburg Bahrenfeld is a completely different experience that we weren’t expecting … although … the name says it all. The Titanic theme is definitely in the foreground here. There are pictures of the Titanic on the walls and a model of the ship is also on site. In any case, very nautical elements are mixed with shamrocks, green Irish pub memorabilia and lots and lots of fairy lights.
There is Guinness on tap here too, of course, as well as Kilkenny and a Titanic Irish Red. However, when tasting the Titanic Irish Red, we weren’t quite sure whether it was just Kilkenny after all. A pint of Guinness costs €6.00 at Titanic.
The Titanic Irish Pub also has a relatively large menu, which made us a little curious. You won’t find any real Irish classics on the menu. But there is a selection of hearty dishes ranging from burgers and schnitzel to currywurst. Christiane opted for the cheeseburger with bacon.
In general, we thought the food was okay, but it was definitely just convenience food and tasted like it. Okay if you want something quick to eat, but of course it’s also a good option for a longer pub evening.
There is no separate program here, but if you get bored, you can simply play one of the many board games on site or have a match at the dartboard. There are also sports broadcasts here on selected days.
However, when we were in the pub on a Friday evening, it was very quiet and relaxed. It was mostly an older crowd. The Titanic also has an outdoor area where you can eat and drink.
Paddy’s Bar
We noticed Paddy’s Bar on the first evening as it was so busy that many people were already standing in front of it, drinking and smoking. We therefore decided to pay this pub a little visit on the second evening. And Paddy’s Bar was completely full again that evening. One reason for this was the ongoing sports broadcasts: from rugby to football to road bike races and more.
As Paddy’s Bar is relatively centrally located in Hamburg near Mönckebergstraße, many tourists also come here.
Paddy’s Bar really is a small, cozy and extremely lively pub. During our visit to Hamburg, this pub reminded us most of the true Irish pub feeling.
After finding a small seat on the windowsill, we were able to drink our Guinness in comfort and watch the hustle and bustle in the pub.
A pint of Guinness costs €6.50 here. There is also a Paddy’s Traditional Red and a Paddy’s Lager on tap. However, we didn’t try either of these.
If you simply fancy a pint of Guinness or a cold beer and enjoy mingling with the crowds, you’ll definitely have a great evening at Paddy’s Bar.
Thomas Read Irish Pub
If you’re looking for a good night out on the Reeperbahn, you might stumble into Thomas Read like we did. With its mix of club and Irish pub, Thomas Read is definitely a very special experience. At least we’ve never been to an Irish pub with a bouncer in front of it.
You’ll find different music on 3 floors here. However, we were so impressed by the live music right at the entrance that we didn’t go much further. Here you can sit down comfortably or dance wildly right in front of the stage.
We have to admit: it doesn’t really have much to do with an Irish pub in some places. But you could certainly imagine a pub like this in Temple Bar in Dublin.
There’s Guinness on tap and Newcastle Brown Ale. So far, this is the only Irish pub in Hamburg where we have found Newcastle Brown Ale. Otherwise, there is a relatively large drinks menu with a wide range of offers, from whisky and cola buckets to 10-shot specials.
The crowd here is completely mixed, which made the atmosphere very pleasant. At least on the evening we visited the Thomas Read Pub.
