Irish American Club — Attraction in Malden

The Good: I have been here for dozens of events. The IA has big room for events and the caterer's [Henry's] staff are wonderful.

The Rest: The air conditioner doesn't work, so if you have a function booked in the Summer during a heat wave, expect to sweat - a LOT! Your guests will find respite outdoors in the 90° heat - yes, you will feel cooler outside. Also, the club members smoke (cigarettes and cigars ) inside the building and due to the poor HVAC system (lack of air conditioning, etc), the smell permeates the function area.

And, then there are the bartenders. HORRIBLE. RUDE., no matter what the patron is ordering, but especially if it is soda or water (remember - 90° w/no air conditioner) you will be meet {after waiting for 10+ minutes - even with no line) with grumbling and a glare and lots of slamming things around! Ask for a napkin or straw at your own risk! - C'mon now. These guys make some fast/relatively easy cash, slinging low quality beverages for a few hours. The guests being in celebratory moods, shower them in $$$'s + the fee they get for doing the gig. But, unbelievably, the bartenders, particularly, Howie McBride - act is if they have been pushed into forced labor! Makes you ask yourself - "Am I really thirsty enough to approach"?

Advice: For important events, without a doubt advise you to go elsewhere. A sudden event, such as an after service for a...

Diamond in the rough. Went here as a guest at a party. Located in a neighborhood setting close to a ballpark. Use Google Maps to find the club. Take your time while driving through the neighborhood streets. No face masks required. Plenty of room to park. Smoke in the driveway. Beautiful dance floor, and well maintained. The room includes an elevated stage which is wide, deep and well iluminated. Room includes a sizable and well stocked bar. Bartenders were attentive and well mannered. Lots of room for tables. Nice place for a wedding. Parking was well iluminated, but there may be some blind spots. Premises inside and out we're clean and well...

Ok for cheap drinks ..make sure have thick skin because women are not welcome. And they make you feel not welcome.bartender was nice..but the regulars..not very social..not very talkative to outsiders and thats how i felt like a outsider. Even though I'm a member at a vet Club and was...