An authentic pub experience-not even Irish pub necessarily, just PUB…read more Stopping in on a Monday afternoon, we were on holiday, needing a pit-stop long drive beer. When you stop at a bar on a Monday afternoon, you meet delightful locals who are also at a bar on a Monday afternoon...Harry's came complete with those folks, as well as a crotchety bartender who disliked Americans, a bathroom that makes you roll up your pant legs, and a heck of a story for when you're back in the states. Cash Only-stop for a drink here.

We recently had the good fortune to stop into Harry's Bar in Rosses Point, Sligo and were delighted…read moreto find that all too elusive and almost mythical destination: a GENUINE nautical pub with local history and authentic decor. The pub was pretty full of local regulars who welcomed us warmly and were eager to converse. We spent a good hour there before we had to push on, but had a great time chatting up storms and oohing and aahing over all the seriously cool stuff. We very much look forward to next visit.

Unexpected location. The dead-end road leads to a pub, B&B,…read moreand a small camping site which are run together. The place is quite and you feel isolated. Access is difficult (or impossible) without a car. We really enjoyed the site, the drinks and the food.

A little piece of heaven - sun (not guaranteed), sand, surf, pints, food, what more could you ask…read morefor. this is one of the nicest places I have ever been to - maybe the stars aligned for us but the sun was out, the birds were singing, the Guinness was cold. We stayed in the camping site in our campervan. there are some mobile homes on site, not sure if they are private or for rent. The campsite is nice and small, well maintained and has all the facilities. Food in the bar was traditional pub grub and what we got was tasty, with generous portions. the atmosphere in the bar was great - locals and tourists chatting away. I cannot wait for things to warm up a bit so we can go back.

Shoot the Crows is legendary in the trad music world. I found that it wasn't your typical quaint…read moregrocer-pub with classic wooden tables and a jolly old man at the bar. Instead, it was a narrow gothic bar filled with stained glass, nooks and crannies and an old musty smell. If Harry Potter had jumped out of the shadows I wouldn't have been surprised! The musicians sat at the front of the pub and when we arrived only amounted to three: button accordion, rhythm guitar and flute. Within twenty minutes or so, however, a couple more fiddlers showed up, one who was a man with a newsboy cap and a whimsical smile on his face. The moment he began playing it was obvious that he was an expert at courting a crowd. He had that charisma and vitality. A bar patron informed us that this fiddler was none other than Steve Wickham of the famous band the Waterboys, a musician widely regarded as the world's best rock fiddle player. According to what we were told, he lived just outside Sligo and loved to frequent Shoot the Crows for trad sessions. His playing infused the session with a frenetic energy and they played Music for a Found Harmonium, as well as a set of Maid Behind the Bar, Cooleys and Sally Gardens. Wonderful renditions! The atmosphere at the pub was very welcoming and supportive of the musicians and due to the length of the bar, if music wasnt your thing, you could easily have sat at the back of the place, unbothered by the tinkling up front. But if you like trad and don't mind a little grungy goth, you'll find some magic here.

I was surprised the other reviews for this place were all from non-locals, so its reputation…read moreobviously extends beyond Sligo! 'Shoots' as its affectionately known locally, would be my first choice for a drink out with friends. By virtue of the 'cosy' atmosphere of this wee pub, this place fills up quickly at weekends. For a catch up with friends the coveted seat down the back with the roaring turf fire is the place to be. The bar staff are great, always up for a chat, and don't throw us out on our ear when we've overstayed our welcome on Saturday night. Its that sort of place, you'd happily spend the evening here - meeting old and new faces. Despite coming here over the past five years when I'm home in Sligo, I've never actually been here for a trad session, shockingly as it seems to be renowned for it. The seating is a bit battered, so ladies - don't wear your best hosiery for fear of getting it caught on a nail or whatever, and the toilets are a bit grotty, but that's not what makes this place five star. The soundtrack is the excited hum of conversation. No TV playing football on a loop, a feature that detracts from some of my other favourite pubs in this town. The famous window at the front changes design every few months - painted by a local artist, one of the many things that make this place unique. Don't overlook this spot on a trip to Sligo!

I came here 6 years ago and I still talk about this place…read more Fresh fish n chips and a pint doesn't get any more authentic than a place like this. Seeking refuge from the cold and wanting not frozen but fresh fish n chips and this place checked all the boxes. I walked in and the smell of fresh burning wood washed over me and I knew I was in the right place. Adorned with quotes and driftwood/branches, I took a gander around and sat up at the bar and was greeted with a smile from a super knowledgeable tender of the bar. He let me know what type of fish it was (do I remember? no, but it wasn't the average "white fish" answer I was used to getting) and that it was just caught the day before. Not much more I can say than this is the place to eat for an authentic Irish cuisine, pint and overall feeling than this is the place in Sligo area to go to. Thank you for the memorable experience, I hope to one day return here!

Went for lunch Easter 2023 .. food was terrible.. it used to be great but has gotten progressively…read moreworse over the years. Such a pity as it could be fabulous again (I mean how hard is it to get a burger right) but will never waster money on food there again.

Lots of parking and great service. Food was great and well labeled for people with food allergies.read more

Omg. The seafood chowder here was phenomenal. Good lunch spot for nourishment after our hike near…read moreBenbulbin. Friendly and attentive staff. Highly recommended!

Can't speak for the food because we only got pints of Smithwicks and listened to the music of Sean…read moreMcGee but we had a grand time. Cigarette smoke from the patio was a bit much but loved the music. Place was packed after music started so get there early if you want a seat.

A very busy place but the music was great. We had a few drinks and enjoyed ourselves.read more

It's a fun bar especially when they have entertainment. Drink and beer choices are good. Food is…read moremeh! The fried chicken and tacos are good. But the rest of the menu needs some upgrading. The bartender/ waitresses are friendly. The bar itself is COLD! We had difficulty just getting into the bar because the ice and snow had not been dealt with very well.

Guinness is fantastic, the atmosphere is just what you want in an Irish pub. This is the place to…read morebe when you're in Sligo. The service is welcoming and makes you feel like you belong/part of the community!

Definitely the best pub in town!…read more Creightons is a family run bar with some of the nicest, friendliest staff you could encounter. They are all very knowledgeable about the area and have some amazing stories to tell! The walls of the pub itself also tell a story, with lots of personal photos and trinkets collected over the years by the family. They also serve the best pint of Guinness in the land! It's a great spot to come with a big group of friends, there's loads of space and also a room with a pool table! The pub itself doesn't serve food, but they very kindly allow you to bring food in from the neighbouring takeaway while you enjoy your drinks which is brilliant! Always make sure to drop by when I'm in the area, it's well worth it!

Lovely little traditional yet quirky Irish pub, popular with locals and tourists and caters to…read morelarge groups too! Staff are so friendly and knowledgable. Would recommend to anyone. Really nice feel to this place.