Welcome to Barrington’s Irish Bar
Good company, proper pints, and a little Irish mischief on the waterfront.
Pull up a chair, grab a pint, and make yourself at home. At Barrington’s, we bring a bit of Irish tradition to Oak Harbor, with Pacific Northwest flavor, friendly faces, and a welcome that doesn’t require you to kiss the Blarney Stone.
Our pub blends rustic character with a touch of craftsmanship. Live-edge bars made from old-growth timber, hammered copper accents, and reclaimed materials give the place its own story. On the menu, you’ll find Irish favorites with a Pacific Northwest twist, alongside local ingredients and selections from area farms, breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
Bring the family! We’ve got a kid’s menu served with puzzles and games to keep younger guests entertained. Settle in indoors with air conditioning, or head out to our heated, dog-friendly patio. Two legs, four legs, little legs—we’re happy to see you.
There’s usually something happening, too. From Irish Sessions and live music to Paint and Sip parties and community gatherings, Barrington’s is a place to meet up, share a laugh, discover a new favorite, and enjoy the company. Whether you’re a regular who has a favorite stool or a first-time visitor just passing through, there’s room for you here.
A Name with a Past
Our story reaches back to the early days of Oak Harbor, when Captain Edward Barrington helped shape the town’s history. A seafarer and shipbuilder, he left his mark on the community—and on the street we call home. Pioneer Way was once known as Barrington’s Drive.
After meeting with one of Captain Barrington’s descendants and receiving her blessing to carry on the family name, we became Barrington’s Irish Bar. We liked the idea of honoring Oak Harbor’s past while creating a gathering place for its present.
Captain Barrington once had a schooner built in his shipyard. He named her Growler—after the workmen who groused about building her. Today, NAS Whidbey Island’s EA-18G Growlers rumble across the skies above Oak Harbor. We can’t help wondering what the Captain would make of that. We suspect he’d have something to say about the noise.
We’re proud to carry his name, welcome our neighbors, and add a little more history of our own—one meal, one tune, and one proper pint at a time.
And if you happen to spot a ghostly sea captain around the waterfront, well… let’s just say the old fellow may still be keeping an eye on things.
Sláinte!
