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Celtic Crossing

This long-time Cooper-Young hangout is the Platonic ideal of an Irish pub, with its warped dark-wood floors and cozy outdoor patio. Serving solid Celtic fare, renowned (and rowdy) Sunday brunch, live music many nights, and special events like Irish whiskey tastings, Celtic is a go-to for locals—especially those who like “real” football (aka soccer). If you’re in East Memphis, be sure to check out their latest venture, Bog & Barley (p. ###). As all things do when they move out east in Memphis, it retains the original spirit—it just lives in a bigger, fancier, more grown-up place.