Ellie's Pub Winchester

Took forever for the bartender to notice us and then another 5 minutes to get our drinks. Ordered an appetizer, but saw some people who had been there much longer get theirs and they warned us it had taken forever. There were about 5 or 6 waitresses, plus two bartenders and they claimed they were short-staffed. So we canceled the food, paid for our drinks and rolled out. Now I hear they're closing down. What a surprise.

Only giving 2 stars because of how poor the experience was due to a large volume of customers. They were obviously understaffed.Food was good, servers were great, but they were out of smithwicks and multiple other beers on the menu. I blame management, NOT the server staff. There was an event a block over so whoever manages should have prepared.It took forever to get food as well, because the people working were too few and overwhelmed.

Service was quick and friendly, food was delicious (we highly recommend the Gaelic Tacos! , and the atmosphere was cheerful, made moreso by a glass of Smithwick's. Check it out!

Tried to order a cocktail... they were out. Tried to order an appetizer... they were out. Tried to order an entree... they were out. I can't make this up!Once we FINALLY were able to put an order in, the food was very good. I got the Gaelic tacos, which was literally a Reuben in a taco shell, but it was great. Hubs got the burger with bacon jam and pimento cheese and really enjoyed it.... My Moscow mule was $14, YIKES! Ambiance was very historic pub style. Service was slowwwww but they were understaffed. I will say though, I would give Ellie's another shot bc the food was very good.

We stopped here on our way home from a quick trip for lunch. We were here a few times in the past when it was a different restaurant. It was a nice day and we sat outside to eat. Had a great server but didn't get here name. I had the burger and fries and my husband had the fish and chips. We both thought the french fries were exceptional!! I may have given an even higher review but when my husband gave his order they said they were out of it. I believe it was the shrimp and grits. Would have been best to say that when we got the menu. Anyway if we ever find ourselves here again I wouldn't hesitate to eat here again.