Blarney Stone
🍴 Restaurant

Blarney Stone

Sizable alehouse with a patio, Irish eats & TV sports, plus a pool table & live music

⭐ 4.2 · 2519 reviews 📍 216 Carrall St 💰 Mid-range

Visit plan: Blarney Stone

  1. Confirm Blarney Stone is open and taking guests the same day (hours change).
  2. Check whether you need a reservation for peak dinner or match/event nights.
  3. Plan your transit stop before you go — taxis surge after big events.
  4. If watching sports, ask about screens/audio when you arrive.
  5. Have a backup venue within a short walk in case of waits.

Hours and menus change — confirm on the venue site or Google listing before you go. Related: Pubs hub · Tonight · Transit

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⚽ Local Tips for World Cup 2026

  • Irish pub energy peaks on European team match days — expect singing, not silence.
  • Get there before 5 PM for a table on Canada evening games; the patio is first-come.
  • Carrall Street puts you 10–12 minutes from BC Place — follow the crowd in green jerseys.
  • Full Irish breakfast on weekends if you survived a 3 AM kick-off the night before.
  • They pour a proper Guinness — let it settle, don't rush the bartender.

✍️ Editor's pick — Aleks

Best Gastown pick when your team's fans travel in numbers.

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About Blarney Stone

Blarney Stone is Gastown's Irish anchor — dark wood, pints, and a crowd that treats football like football, not 'soccer on in the corner.' When Ireland or a European side is playing, the room changes completely.

It's louder than the Alibi and less polished than Yaletown. That's the appeal. For World Cup atmosphere without entering BC Place yet, this is a strong bet.

🕐 Opening Hours
Monday11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Thursday11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Friday11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM – 3:00 AM
Sunday11:00 AM – 2:00 AM

Hours may vary on match days · Always verify before visiting at http://blarneystone.ca/

🚇 Getting There

Address: 216 Carrall St, Vancouver BC

SkyTrain Day Pass $12.55 · Stadium–Chinatown is the closest stop to BC Place

💬 What Visitors Say
★★★★★

"We worked as an outside photo booth vendor for a corporate event at Blarney Stone Pub. The staff was welcoming, professional, and easy to work with, and the event ran smoothly from setup to breakdown."

— Happy Pixel Photo Booths · Google Reviews
★★★★★

"This was my first visit back to the Blarney Stone in 15 years and it's better than I remembered! Cover was $15. We went at 10pm and waited about 20 minutes in line. Not too bad ... There was definite"

— Jo-Ann Ashly · Google Reviews
★★★★★

"Always great to see an old friend! Will at the bar was amazing, the food incredible! Great to see the place just as perfect as it was 8 years ago. Blarney is always a class act!"

— Travis Anema · Google Reviews

Reviews from Google Maps · Rating 4.2/5 from 2519 reviews

Prices shown are estimates and may change — always confirm with the official source (TransLink, FIFA.com, the venue or booking.com) before you travel.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a reservation at Blarney Stone?

For busy weekend dinners and event nights, often yes. Walk-in works better off-peak — call or check their listing.

Is it good for watching games?

Depends on screens and crowd — ask staff, or use our pubs hub rankings for sports-forward rooms.

How do I get there without a car?

Use SkyTrain/bus corridors when possible. See Getting Around for DayPass tips.