The Goose's Acre

About the Business

Specialties

The Goose's Acre Irish Pub stood on Main Street, Midleton, Ireland, immediately in front of "The Goose's Acre," a historical landmark named by locals where geese gaggles grazed in the 1800's. The pub opened in 1886 and was handed down from father to son through the years. In 2005, the pub was forced to close to make way for new development. While back in Ireland visiting relations, Brian Young and Colm O'Neill proposed purchasing the contents of the pub, to include both bars, from the previous owner who was distraught over the pending loss of the pub's history and heritage. Although it meant shipping the pub across the Atlantic Ocean, the previous owner was ecstatic that The Goose's Acre Irish Pub would continue its traditions of bygone times. Brian Young and Colm O'Neill made the decision to bring this authentic pub to The Woodlands to share the romance and history of years past. We welcome you to pull up a chair and enjoy the experience of The Woodlands only authentic European Pub. You'll find Happy Hour (all day long!), a traditional yet inventive bar and dining menu, the best drinks a most a truly irreplicable Irish Pub feel with the beautiful, hardwood fixtures and original furnishings.

History

Established in 2005.

It is believed the name "The Goose's Acre" derived from the fact that in former times a local resident, Kate Barr, grazed her gaggle of geese there daily. And when farmers brought their goods to market, this is the area in which the geese were kept. Now all that remains of "The Goose's Acre" is the portion on which is sited the monument of the War of Independence and the recently erected ogham stone commemorating the United Irishman John Walsh, "The Blacksmith of Ballyannon".

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Brian Y.

Business Owner

Brian Young and Colm O'Neill have been bringing The Woodlands, TX the best of their Irish ancestry through the Irish born and built "The Goose's Acre". Purchasing it from the owner's in Midleton, Ireland in 2005, the bar was painstakingly disassembled, shipped, and rebuilt in Texas. Now on the scenic waterway in The Woodlands, The Goose's Acre is a local favorite.With the intent of preserving the rich history and heritage, Brian and Colm have created a menu, beer selection, and atmosphere that is perfect for joining your friends and family for a great meal and social experience. With live music and some of the best bartenders in the state, it's no wonder that The Goose's Acre has been recognized, time and again, as one of the premiere dining and drinking destinations in the state.