Apparently, “authentic” in terms of Irish pubs does not mean old, or traditional, or theme or ethnicity. Perhaps it is more a state of mind rather than a state of being.
Having followed Tim Herlihy over the last couple of weeks the term “authentic” becomes one of those “I know it when I see it” scenarios. American Bars, as a national app for bars, can clearly see which bars have a truly excellent digital presence and those whose websites are merely online billboards along the superhighway…the signs, no one stops to read or that has nothing to read. This is why American Bars exists and why any and every pub, bar, nightclub or lounge needs to check out the American Bars website and app to learn more.
Today is Monday, March 7th, Tim is in Miami, Florida, and his first stop is
Fado’s
900 South Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33130
Apparently, that is all you need to know about Fado’s. They are there. They are owned by Irishmen, but they do not talk about history nor heritage. They have 18 locations across the country. Yes, they are beautiful, clean and contemporary, but seem to lack the character and charm one would expect of an Irish pub. If you seek modern and trendy, Fado is your place.
Next stop is up the peninsula at Jacksonville.
American Bars has been following Tim’s tour since the beginning. We find a number of really great authentic Irish pubs that we have highlighted on these virtual pages. Occasionally come upon pubs that have websites and do not fully understand online and social media are vitally important to sustaining and growing business in our digital world.
Today, Tim is visiting one of these pubs. Lynch’s Irish pub in Miami is a puzzlement. They have a fairly good looking site, but it says nothing about them. Their comment page is filled with negatives, the last post being from 5 months ago. No social media, no background on the place…in essence, no reason one would want to go there.
Tim will be visiting, but they did not even announce his coming.
Lynch’s Irish Pub
514 1st St.
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
