The Playwright Irish Pub Restaurant &Banquet Facility Menu

4.5
(775+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Steak Fries

      Loaded steak fries with multiple size options: small or large.
      $7.00
      Steak Fries
    • Irish Whiskey BBQ Burger

      9 oz. char-grilled sirloin burger* on a toasted brioche roll smothered with our house whiskey BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese topped with crisp bacon. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
      $21.00
      Irish Whiskey BBQ Burger
    • California Chicken Sandwich or Wrap

      Grilled marinated chicken topped with tomato, bacon, avocado and Monterey jack cheese on a toasted roll or grilled flour tortilla served with a side of honey mustard dressing.
      $21.00
      California Chicken Sandwich or Wrap
    • Mississippi Mud Pie

      A chocolate lover's delight. Mounds of chocolate Mousse topped with chocolate cake & a special fudge.
      $9.00
      Mississippi Mud Pie
    • Shepherd's Pie

      Gluten-Free. Traditional style, topped with fluffy whipped potatoes.
      $23.00
    • Playwright Burger

      9 oz. char-grilled sirloin burger* on a toasted brioche roll topped with caramelized onions and cheddar cheese. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
      $21.00
    • Chicken Pot Pie

      A delicious medley of chicken, carrots, celery, onions and potatoes topped with puff pastry, baked until golden brown.
      $24.00
    • Beer Battered Fish & Chips

      Beer battered New England white fish deep-fried until golden brown, served with coleslaw, steak fries and tartar sauce.
      $25.00
    • Chicken Tenders

      Buffalo | Honey Chipotle | Whiskey BBQ | Honey Mustard | Five Alarm.
      $14.00
    • Murphy Skins

      Gluten-Free. Stuffed with corned beef and topped with cheddar jack cheese, crisp bacon and scallions served with sour cream.
      $19.50
  • Appetizers

    • Chicken Quesadilla

      Grilled chicken, mushrooms, bacon, and cheddar jack cheese in a grilled flour tortilla served with sour cream, salsa & guacamole.
      $19.50
    • Smoked Salmon

      Served on Irish brown bread with horseradish aioli, red onions, capers and chopped eggs over mixed greens.
      $21.00
    • Murphy Skins

      Gluten-Free. Stuffed with corned beef and topped with cheddar jack cheese, crisp bacon and scallions served with sour cream.
      $19.50
    • Veggie Skins

      Gluten-Free. Vegetarian. Stuffed with roasted peppers, spinach and artichokes topped with cheddar jack cheese and scallions served with sour cream.
      $17.50
    • Fried Mozzarella

      Vegetarian. Crispy homemade fried mozzarella sticks served with marinara sauce and shaved parmesan cheese.
      $15.00
    • Truffle Fries

      Gluten-Free. Vegetarian. Crispy steak fries tossed with shaved parmesan cheese, parsley and white truffle oil served with gorgonzola white truffle sauce.
      $19.00
    • Playwright Calamari Classic

      Served with lemon and marinara sauce.
      $14.00
    • Buffalo Gorgonzola

      Served with blue cheese dressing.
      $15.00
    • Chicken Tenders

      Buffalo | Honey Chipotle | Whiskey BBQ | Honey Mustard | Five Alarm.
      $14.00
    • Chicken Wings

      Gluten-Free. Buffalo | Honey Chipotle | Whiskey BBQ | Honey Mustard | Five Alarm. Split Wing Order for extra charge.
      $15.00
      Chicken Wings
  • Soups & Salads

    Dressings: oil & vinegar, balsamic vinaigrette, blue cheese, honey mustard, ranch, thousand Island and champagne vinaigrette. Extra dressing for extra charge. Add Grilled or Blackened: Chicken, Shrimp, Salmon or 7 oz. Steak for extra charge. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
    • Potato Leek

      Gluten-Free.
      $5.50
    • Soup of the Day

      Choice of soup in a cup or bowl.
      $5.00
    • Playwright Salad

      Vegetarian. Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, carrots, and croutons.
      $17.50
    • Caesar Salad

      Crisp Romaine hearts tossed with croutons and our own homemade Caesar* dressing topped with shaved parmesan cheese. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
      $19.00
    • Limerick Chicken Salad

      Mixed greens, diced chicken fingers, fresh tomato, red onions, bacon, cheddar jack cheese served with honey mustard dressing.
      $22.00
    • Apple Salad

      Gluten-Free. Vegetarian. Local apples, mixed greens, candied walnuts, red onions, cranberries, and gorgonzola cheese served with a champagne vinaigrette.
      $21.00
    • Cobb Salad

      Crispy Romaine lettuce, tomato, avocado, bacon, gorgonzola cheese, egg & roasted corn tossed in a champagne vinaigrette dressing.
      $21.00
  • Burgers & Sandwiches

    All sandwiches & burgers served with steak fries & pickle. Substitute Items Add: Coleslaw, Onion Rings, side of Vegetables, side Salad or Caesar*, Sweet Potato Fries or Truffle Fries for extra charge. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
    • Playwright Burger

      9 oz. char-grilled sirloin burger* on a toasted brioche roll topped with caramelized onions and cheddar cheese. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
      $21.00
    • Irish Whiskey BBQ Burger

      9 oz. char-grilled sirloin burger* on a toasted brioche roll smothered with our house whiskey BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese topped with crisp bacon. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
      $21.00
      Irish Whiskey BBQ Burger
    • Peppercorn Burger

      9 oz. char-grilled sirloin burger * encrusted with peppercorns, lettuce and tomato on a toasted brioche roll served with horseradish aioli. *Notice: Thoroughly cooking meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.
      $21.00
    • Corned Beef Reuben

      Topped with Swiss cheese, homemade sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing served on grilled rye.
      $21.00
    • California Chicken Sandwich or Wrap

      Grilled marinated chicken topped with tomato, bacon, avocado and Monterey jack cheese on a toasted roll or grilled flour tortilla served with a side of honey mustard dressing.
      $21.00
      California Chicken Sandwich or Wrap
    • Portabella Mushroom Burger

      Grilled marinated portabella mushroom topped with grilled red onions, tomato, avocado, lettuce, Monterey Jack cheese, and chipotle aioli on a brioche roll.
      $20.00
    • Veggie Burger

      Topped with lettuce, tomato, cheddar cheese and pesto may on a brioche roll.
      $20.00
  • Side Orders

    • Onion Rings

      Crispy onion rings, available in small or large.
      $7.00
    • Baked Potato

      Perfectly baked, fluffy potato with a crisp skin
      $6.00
    • Loaded Potato

      $7.00
    • Sweet Potato Fries

      Available in small or large sizes.
      $7.00
    • Steak Fries

      Loaded steak fries with multiple size options: small or large.
      $7.00
      Steak Fries
    • Garlic Spinach

      $5.00
    • Curry

      Rich, aromatic curry. Available in small or large portions.
      $4.00
    • Seasonal Vegetables

      $5.00
    • Dinner Salad

      Garden-fresh greens tossed with a flavorful dressing
      $6.00
  • Desserts

    • Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

      Oreo crusted mint chocolate chip ice cream cake.
      $9.00
    • Mississippi Mud Pie

      A chocolate lover's delight. Mounds of chocolate Mousse topped with chocolate cake & a special fudge.
      $9.00
      Mississippi Mud Pie
    • Chocolate Brownie Lava Cake

      Warm chocolate brownie cake topped with chocolate-Ganache served with vanilla ice cream.
      $9.00
    • NY Cheesecake

      Rich and creamy cheesecake baked inside a honey-graham crust.
      $9.00
  • Entrées

    • Honey Mustard Salmon

      Gluten-Free. Grilled honey mustard salmon served with grilled vegetables, rice pilaf, garlic spinach with a balsamic glaze drizzle.
      $26.00
    • Penne Alla Vodka

      Penne pasta tossed with bacon, caramelized onions and sweet peas in a vodka tomato cream sauce topped with shaved parmesan cheese. Add: Chicken, Shrimp or Chicken & Shrimp for extra charge.
      $23.00
    • Grilled Veggie Plate

      Gluten-Free. Vegetarian. Grilled zucchini, yellow squash, roasted red peppers, artichokes, garlic spinach, roasted portabella mushrooms and rice pilaf drizzled with a roasted red pepper coulis balsamic glaze and shaved parmesan cheese.
      $23.00
    • Bacon Jalapeño Macaroni & Cheese

      Bacon, jalapeños, Cellentani pasta, Cheddar cheese, American cheese and Romano cheese sauce topped with white truffle cheddar bread crumbs.
      $25.00
    • Macaroni & Cheese

      Cellentani pasta, Cheddar cheese, American cheese and Romano cheese sauce topped with white truffle cheddar bread crumbs.
      $24.00
    • Times Square New York Strip

      Char-grilled 14 oz. NY Strip Steak topped with sautéed onions and mushrooms served with baked potato and vegetables.
      $32.00
    • Irish Whiskey BBQ Baby Back Ribs

      Gluten-Free. Our slow roasted baby back ribs smothered with Irish Whiskey BBQ sauce served with steak fries, Irish baked beans and coleslaw.
      $22.00
  • Irish Specialties

    All proteins can be simply prepared grilled or seared to order.
    • Beer Battered Fish & Chips

      Beer battered New England white fish deep-fried until golden brown, served with coleslaw, steak fries and tartar sauce.
      $25.00
    • Shepherd's Pie

      Gluten-Free. Traditional style, topped with fluffy whipped potatoes.
      $23.00
    • Corned Beef & Cabbage

      Gluten-Free. Served piping hot with boiled potatoes and carrots in its own natural juices.
      $25.00
    • Bangers & Mash

      Irish sausages, served with whipped potatoes and Irish beans.
      $23.00
    • Chicken Pot Pie

      A delicious medley of chicken, carrots, celery, onions and potatoes topped with puff pastry, baked until golden brown.
      $24.00
    • Irish Curry

      Assorted mixed vegetables in a mild Irish curry sauce served over a bed of rice pilaf.
      $23.00

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