Irish pub to replace Austin Java; expect Guinness on tap, six kinds of potatoes and hurling on the TV


For those worried about the dwindling number of Irish pubs in Austin, fear not: Neville Joyce has got you covered.

The native of Ireland and longtime hospitality professional plans to open Darcy’s Donkey in early October at 1608 Barton Springs Road, the former home of Austin Java, according to information shared Wednesday with Austin Business Journal.

That would come on the heels of Fado closing in March at 214 W. Fourth St.; the space is now destined to become a taco restaurant. Sherlock’s…

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