I work down at Camp Murray and occasionally head south to Dupont for lunch. Within the last few weeks, a new pub & restaurant called "McNamara's" has opened (just off the Center St. exit off I-5). Had lunch there today. It is a family run place, and they are trying to bring a little Irish culture to the community. Far too many places around here call themselves Irish pubs, but have nothing Irish about them but a name and a kelly green leprechaun.

Not only was the place decorated with some Irish nostalgia (although it still has that brand new feel), but they have the whole gamut of Irish beers on tap and 14 Irish whiskeys! I would have a better report for you, but I was in uniform and in the middle of the duty day. More on this very soon.

I talked a bit with them about getting some Irish music in. They seemed very interested, and in fact have a corner of the bar area already set up for it and decorated with instruments hanging from the ceiling and on the wall. They were unfamiliar with Irish music sessions, and I told them I would pass the word if they might be interested in hosting one. They were very agreeable to that as well.

I think I just found my new favorite place. Perhaps we can break it in with a kilt night?

Mike