Hooley's – American
Hooley's captures the spirited essence of a traditional Irish pub, where the hum of lively conversation mingles with the comforting aroma of slow-simmered Guinness stew and golden-fried favorites. Guests gather around rustic tables to share crispy scotch eggs and towering pretzels before diving into soul-warming plates of tender corned beef or flaky, beer-battered fish and chips. It is a welcoming sanctuary of Celtic hospitality that transforms a simple meal into a hearty celebration of old-world flavors and neighborhood charm.
5500, Grossmont Center Drive +16197136900 https://hooleys.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, south-beach, renal, tlc, soy-free
Diet fit at Hooley's
Dairy-Free at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rib Eye - 16 Ounce and Giant Pretzel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rib Eye - 16 Ounce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Calamari Strips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shepherd's Pie and Chicken Wings. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Giant Pretzel and Guinness Pint. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Butterscotch Bread Pudding, Deep Fried PB & J and Giant Pretzel. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Calamari Strips. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Hooley's
Hooley's in La Mesa has 6 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corned Beef & Cabbage, Fish & Chips and Butterscotch Bread Pudding. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Hooley's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Wings | 1.4 g | 57.1 g |
| Shepherd's Pie | 11.9 g | 39.7 g |
| Dublin Potato Skins | 2.5 g | 17.2 g |
| Giant Pretzel | 0.9 g | 13.2 g |
| Butterscotch Bread Pudding | 38.3 g | 9.6 g |
| Calamari Strips | 63.8 g | 9 g |
| Fish & Chips | 46.3 g | 5.3 g |
| Irish Coffee | 54.1 g | 4 g |
| Corned Beef & Cabbage | 21.3 g | 3 g |
| Irish Mule | 9.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Guinness Pint | 2.4 g | 0.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Starters
- Giant Pretzel - $16: Served with a side of homemade Guinness Mustard Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari Strips - $19: Served with lemon, cocktail sauce & sweet chili dipping sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scotch Eggs - $14: Hard-boiled eggs wrapped in pork sausage and then deep fried. Served with a homemade Guinness mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dublin Potato Skins - $18: Irish Cheddar, Corned Beef & scallions. Served with ranch & sour cream Dietary tags: South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Wings - $18: Choice of Guinness BBQ, Buffalo, Suicide Habanero, Sweet Chili or Sriracha Bourbon Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Parmesan Brussel Sprouts - $15: Roasted and topped with a Balsamic glaze Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fish & Chips - $21.95: Golden Atlantic Cod. Served with lemon & tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corned Beef & Cabbage - $23: Champ with a white wine sauce. Served with a side of homemade Guinness Mustard Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shepherd's Pie - $21: Served with fresh sautéed veggies Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Guinness Irish Stew - $21: Served with a side of Garlic Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rib Eye - 16 Ounce - $39: Hand-Cut Choice Steak served with Sauteed Vegetables & Choice of Potato Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hooleys Half & Half Burger - $15: Ground corned beef and ground beef patty topped with swiss, served with bacon-braised red cabbage & Guinness mustard Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Hooley Mac & Cheese - $22: Penne Pasta with a creamy Four Cheese Blend, Guinness bratwurst, peppers, caramelized onions. Served with Garlic Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Mac - $20: Penne Pasta with a creamy Four Cheese Blend and blackened chicken. Served with Garlic Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Irish Mule - $7: Tullamore DEW Irish whiskey, ginger beer, fresh-squeezed lime juice & bitters
- Irish Coffee - $10: Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey, brown sugar, hot coffee & topped with homemade whipped cream
- Guinness Pint - $6: Stout - Nitro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Desserts
- Butterscotch Bread Pudding - $10: Homemade butterscotch Bread Pudding topped with a caramel drizzle, powdered sugar & whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Deep Fried PB & J - $10: Homemade PB & J beer battered and deep fried then coated in powdered sugar. Served with whipped cream & strawberry sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Hooley's
- Is Hooley's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Hooley's has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rib Eye - 16 Ounce and Giant Pretzel.
- What can I eat at Hooley's on a dairy-free diet?
- Rib Eye - 16 Ounce and Giant Pretzel carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Hooley's have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Giant Pretzel and Guinness Pint.
- Is Hooley's gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Hooley's?
- Chicken Wings, at roughly 57.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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