Philomena's Irish Sports Bar & Kitchen

You'll walk into Philomena's and immediately get that warm, slightly chaotic energy of a proper Irish pub. It's tucked away on Great Queen Street in Covent Garden, but it doesn't feel touristy—the kind of place where regulars know their spot at the bar and the staff actually remember your order. The kitchen does honest Irish fare that goes beyond stodge: think hearty stews and decent fish, washed down with Guinness poured correctly. It's the sort of venue where you can watch the match surrounded by actual enthusiasts rather than people checking their phones, and conversations spill between tables. Prices are fair for the area—you're not paying Covent Garden theatre prices here.