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Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Meticulously restored in Ireland and shipped to the US, Ri Ra embodies everything that you would expect from a genuine Irish Pub. Ri Ra comes from the phrase "Ri Ra agus Ruaile Buaile," a phrase translating roughly as divilment, good fun or any sociable activity that improves with fine food, a nice pint of Guinness or dram of Uisce Beatha (whiskey). Ri Ra can be defined as place or state where exuberance and revelry prevail, where music and merriment compete and the conversation flows smooth as the Guinness ebbs in the glass. Slainte!
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47 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 47 reviews
5 stars
(14)
4 stars
(25)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- vibrant bar scene(18)
- good for groups(17)
- neighborhood gem(14)
- fit for foodies(10)
- hot spot(9)
- great for lunch(8)
Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte Reviews List
Review 1 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our meal and the staff was very helpful and nice. The fish and chips was a very generous helping and good."
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 2 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food - bit loud, but only due to where we were sitting (close to bar)."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 3 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
To my Mom there for Mother's Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The beautiful mild and sunny weather made sitting on the upper patio terrific (however, the waiter said they would be doing some work on the patio to provide more shade in July as it can be difficult to sit when super sunny and hot). We all enjoyed our lunch, except my husband. He tried the big Irish Breakfast dish for the first time and not fault of Ri-Ra, just didn't like some of the items. The waiter was very nice and we enjoyed lunch. Unfortunately, there were several upsets babies and children..."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Surprised by brunch at Ri Ra
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I visited Ri Ra with young kids this past Sunday and admit my expectations were pretty low based upon visits there at least 5-10 years ago. Instead, the food was surprisingly excellent. The Irish Benedict got rave reviews from a friend and I enjoyed the Full Irish Breakfast. If you don't like black pudding, they will gladly substitute rashers or sausages. They were very kid friendly, service was terrific, food arrived piping hot and it was not crowded. All around a great Sunday brunch."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another Wonderful Trip to Ri Ra!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is our favorite Irish restaurant. Every time we're in Charlotte, we make it a point to eat here. The wait staff is phenomenal. They've accommodated us with high chairs and space for strollers during our past two visits. The menu is wonderful and the food is deliciously authentic."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overall I give RiRa an OK
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall I give RiRa an OK rating. The service was a bit slow to begin with, we were seated and waited approximately 20 minutes before the server finally stopped and asked us what we would like to drink. This is after she walked pass us several times and never acknowledging us. Finally we ordered our food and though it was delicious the portion sizes seemed like it was for a kids meal. Two to three bites and/or spoonfuls and we were done. We aren't heavy eaters but we left out still hungry and stopped somewhere else to eat. This place is probably a good spot to hang out at the bar and watch games and socialize. Just a disappointment for us overall."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2013
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Review 7 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was wonderful and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was wonderful and the nice weather in Charlotte made it perfect for sitting outside."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
If you are looking for a good
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"If you are looking for a good pint this is the place, especially Guinness. The food was not very good, I ordered the pork belly, in which I've never had a bad one anywhere else before but here. It was overcooked, dry, and rubbery. I had to put a lot of elbow into it to try and cut it. All of my pork belly experiences elsewhere have been phenomenal, tender, juicy. I did not eat much of it despise being starved, ordered the potato cakes in hopes of filling my belly, those were burnt on the outside and lukewarm in the middle at best, not worth the $8.95 you pay for them. I have not eaten there in a year, so I do not know if they are under new management or have different chefs, but I always remembered the food being good there in the past."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2010
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Review 9 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent pub grub
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love the ambiance at this pub. A good balance between Irish fare (including authentically Irish server staff) and American pub grub and great sense of service, I love going to Ri Ra for a casual dinner or afternoon snack."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A pleasant surprise
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and service was very good."
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 11 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had an awesome time, we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had an awesome time, we will definately be back!!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 12 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Irish whiskey sampler
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Irish whiskey sampler had a good selection at a reasonable price."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a great time at Ri
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great time at Ri Ra's. There is always something on the menu for everyone. The food was great and service wonderful. It's my favorite place to eat before a show."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 14 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The front desk was welcoming & the bar was inviting. We received prompt service with a smile. When we were seated at our table we were immediately waited upon. The food was excellent. I got the corned beef and cabbage - it was excellent. The next time we come to Charlotte...we will be back for more."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice meal & excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice meal & excellent service by Andy!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We received some of the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We received some of the best service and we just had a great experience. The food was great ."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ri Ra Irish Pub - Charlotte
Based on the average of (31) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
6 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic