Harat’s Pub is a Russian chain of Irish-style pubs that began in Irkutsk in 2009 and has since spread to many cities. In Irkutsk it is a local institution: the original pub is reported to still work, and another branch stands in the 130th Quarter in the old centre.
This Harat’s Pub Irkutsk guide explains the concept, what to expect on an ordinary evening and on match or music nights, and how to get home. Branch addresses, current hours and the programme could not be verified, so check the pub’s own channels or a map listing for your branch before you go.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | Харатс Паб |
|---|---|
| District | Irkutsk (several branches; one in the 130th Quarter in the Historic City Center) |
| Type | Pub |
| Opening hours | Varies by branch. A live listing for an Irkutsk branch shows opening around noon and closing at about 2 a.m., but the hours of each branch and any late-weekend extension were not verified (as of October 2026 – check the pub's own channels or a map listing for your branch). |
| Admission | Not verified. No cover charge was found; entry appears to be free on ordinary evenings, but ask about live-music nights. |
| Best time to visit | Evenings are the main time, though some branches may open at midday. Early evening is calm for eating and talking, while later hours, weekends, football matches and live-music nights are livelier. Check the pub's channels for the week's programme, since the schedule was not verified. |
| Recommended duration | 1 to 3 hours |
| Music | Irish-style pub with rock, covers and live music on some nights, plus televised sport; the programme varies by branch and was not verified. |
| Entry and dress code | No door policy or dress code was found. Alcohol is sold only to adults (18 and over in Russia), so carry your passport or another ID. Busy evenings, football nights and live-music nights may fill the room, so arrive early or ask about tables. |
| Price level | ₽₽ · moderate |
| Reservations | Not verified. Pubs of this kind usually take table bookings by phone or message, especially for weekends and match nights, but whether Irkutsk branches do was not verified. Online booking was not confirmed. |
| Last updated | October 14, 2026 |
Why Visit Harat's Pub, Irkutsk?
The pub is a chance to see where a nationwide Russian brand began, and a relaxed place for a drink and a meal in the old town.
- Local origin. The chain’s first pub opened in Irkutsk in 2009, and the original is reported to still work.
- Old-centre branch. A branch in the 130th Quarter fits an evening walk through the restored wooden-style streets.
- Beer and food. A pub menu of beers and hearty European and American dishes, reported for other branches.
- Music and sport. Live music and televised matches are typical of the brand, though the Irkutsk programme was not verified.
Highlights of Harat's Pub, Irkutsk
The original Irkutsk pub
The brand's first pub opened in Irkutsk in 2009 and is reported to still work, which gives the branch a certain local standing. It began as a single neighbourhood pub before the chain grew across Russian cities. The exact address of the original was not verified, so check a map listing or the pub's own channels to confirm which branch it is.
Tip: Ask staff which branch is the original if the history matters to you.
The 130th Quarter branch
A second Irkutsk branch is reported in the 130th Quarter, the restored district of wooden and stone houses in the old centre. It is the easiest branch to combine with an evening walk, dinner and a stroll along the river. Its exact address and hours were not verified, so check a map listing before you set out.
Tip: See the 130th Quarter and Wooden Architecture Walk, Irkutsk for a route that fits this branch.
Beer and cider on tap
Irish-style pubs of this kind usually pour dark and light beers, with some craft options, plus cider and a range of spirits. The exact draught list in Irkutsk was not verified, so ask staff what is on, and request a small taster if you are unsure. Menus are in Russian, and staff may speak limited English.
Tip: Ask for a taster before committing to a full glass.
Pub food
Branches of the brand elsewhere list European and American dishes such as burgers and steaks, so expect a hearty pub menu. The Irkutsk menu was not verified, and portions and dishes vary by branch. For a more local meal, see Best Siberian and Buryat Dishes to Try, Irkutsk.
Tip: Order food with your first round if you plan to drink for a while.
Live music and match nights
The brand is known for live music and for showing important sports matches, and some branches host cover bands or small acoustic evenings. Whether the Irkutsk branches do so, and on which nights, was not verified. On live-music and match nights the room fills up and gets loud, so arrive early for a seat.
Tip: Check the pub's channels for the week's programme before choosing your night.
A pub near home
The brand presents itself as a pub on the way home, a relaxed neighbourhood spot rather than a club, with a low-key crowd of regulars after work. This suits visitors who want a quiet drink and conversation rather than a loud night out, though weekends and event nights are livelier. Which branch is quieter was not verified.
Tip: Go on a weeknight for a calmer pub experience.
Signature Drinks
- Draught beer from the tap list (ask staff for a taster first)
- Cider or a dark Irish-style beer, if on offer
- A burger or steak from the pub menu, if on offer
Atmosphere
An Irish-style pub in Russia is a warm room of dark wood, brass fittings, tartan or green accents, a long bar with taps and a few screens for sport, with small tables and booths along the walls. In the early evening it is calm, with people eating and talking, and later the volume rises with music or a match.
The crowd is mostly local adults in their twenties to forties, with groups of friends, couples and some visitors. Staff speak little English, and menus are in Russian. This description is general, since the interiors of Irkutsk branches were not verified.
History of Harat's Pub, Irkutsk
Harat’s Pub began in Irkutsk in 2009, when the first pub of the brand opened as a neighbourhood Irish-style pub. The concept of a relaxed pub on the way home proved popular, and the brand grew into a chain with branches in many Russian cities, which is often described as one of the largest chains of Irish pubs in the world.
The original Irkutsk pub is reported to still work, and a second branch stands in the 130th Quarter. The name Harat’s has no direct meaning in Irish, though it sounds Irish. Details of the founding, the number of Irkutsk branches and the current ownership were not verified.
Entry, Tables and Reservations at Harat's Pub, Irkutsk
Tables and entry. No guest list or cover charge was found. Pubs of this kind usually take table bookings by phone or message, especially for weekends and match nights, but whether the Irkutsk branches do was not verified, and online booking was not confirmed. Without a table you may have to wait at the bar on busy evenings.
Payment. Carry cash in rubles as a backup. Do not assume that foreign Visa or Mastercard cards work; the sanctions rules of your own country may also restrict some payment services, so check this yourself. Whether the pub takes local cards or contactless payments was not verified.
ID. Carry your passport or another ID, since alcohol is sold to adults only.
Plan and Book
How to Get to Harat's Pub, Irkutsk
Harat’s has several branches in Irkutsk, and none of their addresses could be verified, so search for Harat’s Pub or Харатс Паб in a map app and choose the branch nearest to you. One branch is reported in the 130th Quarter in the old centre, a short walk from Karl Marx Street and Kirov Square; a directory places an Irkutsk branch about 1.5 km from its downtown reference point.
From the main sights, see the Half-Day Historic Center Itinerary, Irkutsk for a walking route, and How to Get Around Irkutsk Without a Car for other transport.
Accessibility
Accessibility was not verified and varies by branch. Pubs in older buildings often have steps at the entrance and narrow passages, which can be difficult for wheelchairs and buggies. Ask the branch before you go if you need step-free access.
Food Nearby
The 130th Quarter has many cafes and restaurants within a few minutes' walk, including some of the venues in Best Restaurants, Irkutsk. For local dishes, see Best Siberian and Buryat Dishes to Try, Irkutsk. For a late snack, ask the pub or a nearby cafe about closing times.
What to Bring
Your passport or ID, cash in rubles as a backup, a warm coat in winter and a phone with a taxi app. A short rule: leave large bags at your accommodation, since space inside can be tight.
Photography Rules
Photography rules were not verified. Pubs may ask you not to photograph other guests, and on live-music nights performers may object to flash or filming. Ask staff before taking photographs, and avoid pictures of people without their consent.
Family Suitability
Mainly an adult venue. It serves alcohol, and evenings can be loud on match and music nights, and the policy for children was not verified. A daytime visit for food may be possible at some branches, but ask first.
Russia Vibes Tips
- Check which branch you are heading to; the original and the 130th Quarter branch are different places.
- Arrive early on weekends, football nights and live-music nights; seating can be limited.
- Eat first or order food with your first round; draught beers can be strong.
- Combine the 130th Quarter branch with a walk along the Angara; see Lower Angara Embankment and Old Town Walk, Irkutsk.
- Keep a taxi app installed for the way home; Irkutsk has no metro.
- Ask about the programme; quiet weeknights suit conversation better than event nights.
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FAQ: Harat's Pub, Irkutsk
What is Harat's Pub?
A Russian chain of Irish-style pubs that began in Irkutsk in 2009, with beer, food, music and televised sport. The original pub is reported to still work.
How many branches are there in Irkutsk?
At least two are reported: the original pub and one in the 130th Quarter. The current number and addresses were not verified.
What time does it open?
A live listing for an Irkutsk branch shows opening around noon and closing at about 2 a.m. Hours vary by branch and were not verified.
Is there live music?
The brand is known for live music and sport broadcasts, but the Irkutsk programme was not verified. Check the pub's channels.
Do I need to book?
Not verified. Message or call the branch on weekends and match nights to check for free tables.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Do not assume that foreign cards work. Sanctions rules in your own country may restrict some payment services, so check this yourself and carry cash in rubles.
How do I get home late at night?
By taxi booked through an app or your hotel; Irkutsk has no metro and municipal transport thins out in the evening. See How to Book a Taxi, Irkutsk.
Is it safe at night?
The old centre is a busy evening area, but keep your belongings close, check the bill before paying and use official taxis. Carry ID.
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Last updated: October 14, 2026. Found an error or something out of date? Report it and we will check and fix it.
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