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James Joyce Irish Pub & Restaurant

The pub is in a historic building and its interior has a nice vintage decor. Mixed review on food: Jalapeño & bacon burger was nice; Atlantic Salmon was overcooked.

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Address: 114 8 Ave SW
Getting there: between 1 St SW & Centre St S
Hours: 11AM to 2AM or midnight Sundays
Website: jamesjoycepub.com (opens in a new tab)

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