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401 S. Mill Ave. Tempe, AZ 85281

480-929-9500 

http://www.rulabula.com  

401 S. Mill Ave. Tempe AZ 85281

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  • English, Irish
    Daily 11am-2am
    $$$ $$, $$$
    MasterCard, Visa, American Express
  • casual
    Kid Friendly, Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible
    Dinner, Late Night, Lunch
    Live Entertainment
  • Full bar
    Accepted, Recommended for Large Parties
    Lot Available
Description

Situated inside the Victorian-era Andre building, Rula Bula is an authentic-looking pub that's steeped in history. It's housed in an old Mill Avenue saddle shop that dates back to the 1880s, while its walls are lined with vintage Irish relics that were imported from Ireland by owner Steven Goumas. The menu also offers a few historical tidbits, like the origin tales behind such traditional Irish fare as the boxy, as well as dishes named after the renowned Saint Patrick's Battalion that fought in the Mexican-American War. The name of the establishment itself is a reference to an old Gaelic phrase that roughly translates to "uproar and commotion," which is a fitting description for the raucous revelry that takes place inside Rula Bula on a nightly basis. Acoustic artists and Irish musicians offer live music throughout the week, while the staff behind the antique bar serves up pint after pint of imports like Guinness and Smithwick's and various European brews.








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  • 2012 | Best Pub Quiz

    There are plenty of great reasons to visit Rúla Búla on a Wednesday night. The bar's cozy interior makes for a refreshing break from the Mill Avenue bustle and grind (the historic location, the Andre Building, certainly doesn't hurt), and the smooth-tasting pints of Guinness make the bar an Irish pub staple in the Valley. The bar's weekly pub quiz, hosted by Brainstormer Pub Quiz group, hosts bar tests and games all over the country. Teams square off against each other,... More »

  • 2010 | Best Fish 'n' Chips

    This laid-back, classy Irish pub is one of our favorite drinking destinations, but we've learned the hard way not to show up without an appetite. Why? Because even though a Guinness is a meal in a glass, it can't compare to a plate of Rúla Búla's fabulous fish 'n' chips. We can't watch someone else devour this pub classic without some serious food envy. We have to have it. So nowadays, we just plan on making a night out of it so we can get our fill of thick cod fillets dipped... More »

  • 2009 | Best Fish and Chips

    It's not just luck of the Irish -- it takes skills to make fish and chips this good. So despite all the other tempting things on the menu at Rúla Búla, from shepherd's pie to hot corned beef on rye, we can never seem to pass up this mighty fine version of a classic. Ultra-fresh fish and a light, crispy coating set it apart from the competition. Imagine a thick slab of juicy cod, dunked in beer batter and fried until golden, with cool, dill-flecked tartar sauce on the side.... More »

  • 2002 | Best Shepherd's Pie

    The shepherd's pie at Rula Bula Irish Pub and Restaurant comforts us as much as the soft sheepskin blankie we had when we were wee ones. This version rules, the loose pot pie stocked with ground sirloin, carrots, potatoes, parsnips and peas in a rich broth of red wine and a garden full of fresh herbs. The blend bubbles under a cap of champ -- essentially firm mashed potatoes spiked with scallion and no shortage of butter, baked to a crispy finish. It's an old world dish that's entirely... More »

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  • Miss Lenaiya
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    | Tempe, AZ | 109 Reviews

    Now i have been to an Irish pub or two in my day, but this is the real deal, and if it is ST patties Day, you better be here at sunrise of you want a table!

  • jeanettemaehoeg
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    | Tempe, AZ | 40 Reviews

    What can I say they have great food and awesome drinks! It is a chill atmospher and on Friday nights they have live music. I love this place!

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Dinner Menu
Starters
 
Chips With Killarney Or Curry Sauceirish Chips
served with your choice of dipping sauce.
 
Side Of Chips
 
Irish Potato Skins
potato jackets topped with rashers, irish cheddar cheese and scallions.
 
Veggie Potato Skins
potato jackets topped with garden fresh vegetables, gorgonzola cheese and scallions.
 
Spinach And Artichoke Dip
artichokes, fresh spinach and roasted garlic baked with three cheeses. served with crackers.
 
Hot Wings
spicy chicken wings with celery sticks and ranch dressing.
 
Fried Fish Nuggets
a sampling of cod hand-dipped in beer batter with irish chips.
 
Hot Bollix Spicy Potato Balls
deep fried potato, rashers irish bacon, scallions and irish cheddar cheese balls served with hot sauce and ranch dressing.
 
Irish Nachos
chips with melted cheese, pico de gallo, jalapeos, sour cream and chipotle pepper sauce.
 
Sweet Potato Fries
served with spicy ketchup.
 
Guinness Wings
chicken wings in a mild guinness barbecue sauce.
 
Fried Brie
almond encrusted wheel of brie cheese with an apple raspberry compote served with lahvosh crackers.
 
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
six shrimp and applewood smoked bacon served with guinness bbq dipping sauce.
 
Combo Platter (serves 5-6)
barbecue wings, fish nuggets, irish chips and irish potato skins. served with sour cream, hot sauce and tarter sauce.
 
Chicken Tenders
three pieces of tender, juicy white meat deep-fried with ranch dressing. try ‘em buffalo-style dipped in our hot wing sauce.
 
Irish Sliders
two to an order. choose from dublin chicken (mushroom saute, caramelized onions and swiss cheese) or guinness corned beef (sauerkraut, thousand island dressing and swiss cheese). served with irish chips.
 
Riley’s Chicken Quesadilla
melted cheddar cheese and chicken between tortillas with jalapeno peppers, fresh salsa and sour cream on the side.
Sandwiches
Choice Of Irish Chips, Homemade Slaw Or Salad.
 
Hot Corned Beef Sandwich On Rye
generous portion of sliced, tender corned beef, swiss cheese and red onion on rye bread with dijon mustard.
 
Reuben Sandwich
tender lean slices of corned beef with sauerkraut, swiss cheese and thousand island dressing on marbled rye bread
 
Steak Reuben Sandwich
thin sliced beef, swiss cheese, sauerkraut and thousand island dressing on toasted marble rye bread.
 
Grilled Four Cheese Sandwich
swiss, pepper jack, cheddar and american cheese melted on thick sliced marble rye with tomato.
Chicken Sandwiches
Served On A Handcrafted Roll With Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle Slices, Red Onion & Herbed Mayo. Choice Of Irish Chips, Slaw Or Salad.
 
Farmhouse Chicken Sandwich
grilled breast of chicken, swiss cheese, lettuce and tomato with herbed mayo.
 
San Patricio Chicken Sandwich
grilled breast of chicken topped with chipotle pepper sauce, cheddar cheese, avocado, sour cream.
 
Dublin Chicken Sandwich
grilled chicken breast topped with mushroom saute, caramelized onion and melted swiss cheese.
Burgers
One Half Pound Of Thick, Juicy 100 Angus Beef Charbroiled To Your Preference. Served On A Handcrafted Roll With Lettuce, Tomato, Pickle Slices, Red Onion And Herbed Mayo. Choice Of Irish Chips, Homemade Slaw Or Salad.
 
Pub Cheeseburger
angus beef topped with cheddar and american cheese.
 
Dublin Burger
angus beef topped with mushroom saute, carmelized onion and melted swiss cheese.
 
San Patricio Burger
angus beef with a chipotle pepper sauce, cheddar cheese, avocado, sour cream, lettuce, tomato and onion.
 
Bbq Bacon Burger
topped with cheddar cheese and applewood smoked bacon. served with a side of guinness barbecue sauce for dipping.
 
American Sliders
three angus beef sliders topped with american cheese, pickle slices and herbed mayo.
 
Vegetarian Garden Burger
whole grain patty topped with avocado and cheddar cheese.
Entrees
 
Fish N Chips
two pieces of cod hand-dipped in our freshly made beer batter. served with irish chips, tartar sauce & cabbage slaw.
 
Creamy Baked Macaroni And Cheese
with rashers adapted from a 100-year-old recipe using fresh cream, imported irish cheese and rashers (irish bacon). served with your choice of side salad or vegetable
Dessert
Our Desserts Are Homemade, On Premise Traditionally, Desserts In Ireland Have Been Simple Affairs, Relying On The Easygoing Skill Of The Country Cook.
 
Irish Bread Pudding
this dessert is made of bread custard seasoned with cinnamon and topped with irish whiskey sauce. pudding is a term that is used interchangeably with dessert in ireland and not all irish puddings are the milk-based treats americans think of.
 
Irish Cream
try our homemade irish cream made with bushmills whiskey and fresh cream.
 
Irish Coffee With Irish Whiskey
 
Chocolate And Guinness Brownie
white and dark chocolate make this homemade brownie dessert decadent. served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and white chocolate sauce.
 
Apple Crumble
homemade just like grandma’s with sweet cream. crumbles are traditional family desserts that can be prepared with almost any fruit. we use one of ireland’s most beloved fruits, the apple. served with a scoop of ice cream
 
Coffee And Scottish Shortbread
 
Coffee With And Freshly Baked Shortbread Cookies
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