Monthly Spotlight: St. James Gate

A “proper” Irish pub was always the vision of Irish owner John Teevan, when he laid eyes on the two story 4,500 square foot West Ashley Avenue space before opening St. James Gate Irish Pub in the Summer of 2015. St. James Gate is a place where you can not only get a “proper” Guinness, but as Folly slows down this time of year, their Fall/Winter menu shines. Featuring a Guinness lamb stew, smoked chicken pot pie and Irish spring rolls, the cooler weather is the perfect backdrop for the rich, hearty Irish favorites. An espresso machine was recently added, and will be used to make Folly’s famous espresso martinis. As the nights fall cooler, the fire in the garden is blazing and it’s the perfect place to congregate with friends while sipping a hot Irish coffee, enjoying a pre-game pint, or a nightcap. The upstairs event space The Green Room is available to rent for holiday parties and other events. Credit for their success over the last two years goes to their hardworking staff, fellow Folly business owners, and Folly locals.