Finnegan's Pub & Grill, Stockton

Finnegan's Pub & Grill is essentially a portal that leads from Stockton into the heart of Dublin. How else to explain the aromas of ale-battered cod and corned beef, or all the vintage Irish beer signs affixed to the walls? The chefs here invoke the Emerald Isle with grilled bangers and fresh cabbage tossed in a house Guinness dressing, but they don't stray too far from the American palate. Burgers are among some of the more popular dishes, with hand-formed patties topped with onion rings, chili, and grilled mushrooms. Come in for Sunday brunch, when families and groups of friends can dine between games of pool and darts. When the clock strikes 10 p.m., the pub transforms into a 21+ venue with live music nightly.