McCollams, or Johnny Joes as it is known, is one of the great old pubs of Ireland, famed for its friendliness, authenticity - and traditional music sessions on Friday night all year, plus Saturday, Sunday and Tuesday in summer.
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One of the oldest – and most charming – buildings in Killybegs, the smartly painted Fleet Inn stands out from its surroundings and, with chef Tommy Curley at the helm in the kitchen, visitors are sure to be impressed.
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Hidden behind a thriving vine, which threatens to take over each summer, this charming 250-year old pub is soothingly dark inside making a fine contrast to the cheerful eccentricity of the current owner, Michael Hough.
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Opened with justifiable pride by brothers Jack and Stephen Teeling in June 2015, Teelings Whiskey Distillery is in the heart of the south inner city in Newmarket, an ancient market square. And the location of this handsome venue is no coincidence as t ... more...
Heading into Dunmore East from the Waterford side, you can’t miss this attractive ivy-clad restaurant with its striking blue and white paintwork. The Ship has been a fond fixture in Dunmore East for many years and, now run by the Cavaliere family ... more...
In the fourth generation of family ownership, Padraig O’Sullivan’s attractive establishment near the Gap of Dunloe is always a pleasure to visit.
The old tree at the front was left safely in place during renovations which, together with ot ... more...
Georg Heise is a well known chef in the Boyne Valley region - and anyone who remembers his delicious food at George's Patisserie in Slane, where he delighted customers for over 20 years, would do well to take note that he is now running the cat ... more...
Resplendent with abundant window boxes spilling over pink and black paintwork, this handsome traditional pub in Galway occupies a prominent corner position on Middle Street and Cross Street and proudly proclaims its establishment in 1759 beneath an ele ... more...
All are welcome at Sean Ward’s picturesque and aptly name pub, and everyone enjoys the atmosphere – with a welcoming fire in the grate and the front bar jam-packed with bric-a-brac, it’s a delightful place.
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Down a slip road off the M4 and insulated from traffic noise by thick hedges, this charming and immaculately maintained bar and informal restaurant has something of the best kind of Victorian country railway station about it, with its neat brickwork, j ... more...