What to order at Allen's

Must order
A shepherd's pie or burger with a flight of Irish whiskey.
Signature dishes
Irish pub fare, Whiskey flights
Editor tip
Walk-ins welcome. Live Irish music Tuesday and Friday nights; the back garden runs through summer.
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CuisineIrish
Price$$$
Neighborhoodthe-danforth
HoursDaily 11:30-23:00
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Signature dishes: Irish pub fare, Whiskey flights

Must order: A shepherd's pie or burger with a flight of Irish whiskey.

Tip: Walk-ins welcome. Live Irish music Tuesday and Friday nights; the back garden runs through summer.

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