MEDFORD, Ore. (Feb. 21, 2026) — A fixture in downtown Medford’s dining and nightlife scene for nearly 20 years has closed its doors.
4 Daughters Irish Pub, located at 126 West Main Street, served its final customers recently, marking the end of an era for a business that blended traditional Irish charm with Southern Oregon hospitality since 2006.
Nestled in the heart of downtown, the pub was known for its warm, welcoming atmosphere. Wooden beams, vintage photographs and Irish memorabilia lined the walls, while dim lighting and cozy nooks invited patrons to linger over pints or gather with friends for hearty meals.
Over the years, 4 Daughters built a loyal following among locals and visitors alike. The menu featured classic comfort dishes with Irish flair, including Guinness meatloaf served with mashed potatoes and peas, and burgers piled high with toppings. The pub also earned praise for accommodating a range of dietary needs, offering gluten-free options such as burgers served on gluten-free buns and sweet potato fries battered in cornstarch and paired with house-made sauces like huckleberry ketchup.
The closure also marks another transition for a building steeped in Medford history.
Constructed in 1907, the West Main Street building originally housed the Bates Brothers Barbershop, which operated for more than 50 years in the western portion of the structure. The upper floor initially functioned as a hotel lodging house with 12 small apartments that provided housing for railroad workers and other laborers.
The eastern half of the building was home to the UGO Theatre, later renamed the Bijou Theatre, one of Medford’s early motion picture houses. After the theater closed, the space became The Club, a cards and billiards parlor, and later evolved into The Club Cigar Store during World War II.
In 1946, the eastern portion became Christian Schempp’s Beer Parlor. It was renamed the Union Club in 1952, operating alongside a dance hall located in an adjacent building. The property underwent extensive renovations beginning in 1988 while still operating as the Union Club. In 1998, it was remodeled into Memories Antiques before its 2006 transformation into 4 Daughters Irish Pub, which retained much of the building’s historic character.
For many residents, the pub’s nearly two-decade run represented more than a place to eat and drink — it was a gathering spot woven into the fabric of downtown Medford.
No information was immediately available regarding what business, will take over the space.
Medford Alert News has reached out to 4 Daughters Irish Pub for comment and additional information. At the time of this articles publication, we have not heard back from them.
Pictures and images above, are courtesy of 4 Daughters Irish Pub.
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