O'Connor's Irish Pub: Delray's Longtime Downtown Local

Known locally as H.J. O'Connor's, this Irish pub has held down its corner at 210 NE 2nd Street for more than 20 years, earning a reputation as Delray Beach's only true Irish bar. It's also one of the longest-running female-owned and operated restaurants and bars in town, run by owner Heather Johansen.

Food & Drink

The kitchen focuses on handcrafted sandwiches and burgers, with the pub leaning into its reputation for serving some of the best homemade burgers in town. On the drink side, O'Connor's runs one of Delray's oldest running happy hours, plus "In-the-Biz" shots aimed at the industry crowd coming off their own shifts.

Atmosphere

The pub built a loyal following by succeeding just off Atlantic Avenue rather than on the main strip, and it's stayed open 365 days a year, from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., ever since. Weekends bring live music to the bar, adding to the friendly, neighborhood-local feel that's kept regulars coming back for two decades.

Good to Know

O'Connor's Irish Pub is located at 210 NE 2nd St, Delray Beach, FL 33444. Between the long happy hour, the burgers, and the weekend music, it's a dependable stop for a casual night out in downtown Delray.