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MacFarlane's Celtic Pub: Epic Brunch and Legendary Bloody Mary in Lake Charles

In honor of National Bloody Mary Day on January 1, we're highlighting one of the Lake Area's most impressive Bloody Mary creations at MacFarlane's Celtic Pub in downtown Lake Charles. During a recent fall brunch outing with friends, I was skeptical about the hype surrounding their over-the-top Bloody Mary—after all, I'm a Southern native. But this drink was a full meal in itself!

Behold this masterpiece:

MacFarlane s Celtic Pub: Epic Brunch and Legendary Bloody Mary in Lake Charles

What's more stunning—the drink or the garnishes?

Celery, oranges, limes, lemons, bacon, cheese cubes, shrimp, fresh fruit, pickles, olives, and onion rings! That onion ring captures Southwest Louisiana's love for fried delights. While not the slimmest choice for 2021 resolutions, it's sure to brighten your day after 2020's challenges.

We also savored these brunch highlights:

Standouts included banana pancakes, chicken & waffles, and crabby tomatoes with lump crab meat and golden potatoes. See the photos for the full allure!

Crabby Tomatoes:
Sautéed potatoes, onions, and bacon topped with fried green tomatoes, sliced avocado, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and lump crab meat!

MacFarlane s Celtic Pub: Epic Brunch and Legendary Bloody Mary in Lake Charles

Banana Pancakes:
A towering stack of 4 pancakes topped with bananas Foster and Nutella!

MacFarlane s Celtic Pub: Epic Brunch and Legendary Bloody Mary in Lake Charles

Chicken & Waffles:

MacFarlane s Celtic Pub: Epic Brunch and Legendary Bloody Mary in Lake Charles

Visit MacFarlane's Celtic Pub year-round, including St. Patrick's Day celebrations. Follow them on social media for updates. Sunday brunch: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Regular hours: Monday 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Thursday 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. - midnight. Explore the brunch menu!

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