This was a great pub! We came for the Live Irish music and the music was fantastic. The musicians…read morewere very talented. The first floor is where they do the music and it's pretty small, so if you come for the music I would come early to snag a seat. The beer is also very good. I tried the Beamish which is a famous beer in Cork and it was not bad.

Great joint.. super busy dive bar with live Trad after 6pm daily! Walking in, if you can... great…read morecircular bar surrounded by many tables.. this place is very popular so if you get a seat guard it with your life. Got a spot at the bar and they have a bunch of bartenders so service was very good then the music started... great traditional Irish music! Good spot for one or two Guinness but I wouldn't plan on much more, it's just too busy. Must see joint in Cork City/ talk later?

I ordered the fish and chips and my husband ordered the beef pie(?). SOOOO GOOD!! Fish was…read moreperfectly fried and the pie had just the right amount of spices. I normally don't like thick french fries but these were crispy without the mushy interior. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Great selection of drinks. Welcoming atmosphere. Good service and to our surprise the food was…read moretasty too. It is a nice gastropub. We sat inside because it was comfortable than outside due to a hot spell.

drinks- 7/10 ambiance - 10/10…read moreservice- 8/10 overall8.5/10 got the strawberry martini and it was mid. not impressed. great vibes in this bar. service is fast but nothing memorable

Had dinner here on our first day in Cork. We started at a table and after dinner made our way to…read morethe bar. For dinner my wife ordered the Irish lamb stew and I had the fish and chips. The stew was superb,it had plenty of lamb and nicely cut pieces of potato and root vegetables. This was the best stew by far after having stew twice while in Dublin. The fish was good but not the best I've had and the chips were a little lukewarm. Once at the bar we enjoyed some drinks and stayed for the live music until closing. Also, Michael gave us some great recommendations for places to go in Cork. Glad we found this pub and I'd recommend it to travelers.

Stopped by for drinks and Rory came by and recommended a whiskey flight. For someone who enjoys…read morewhiskey we had two whiskey flights (6) total whiskeys and we did not like any of them and specifically told Rory what we liked and were disappointed. If you like a specific whiskey don't waste your time or money on a whiskey flight.

Definitely a more local spot but nice and upscale feeling, we came in for a nightcap. They have a…read morehuge whiskey selection but we both went with beer. They have the local beers like Beamish and Murphys and we tried both- both crisp. Service semi quick but not super attentive.

Market Lane is an absolute must when visiting Cork! I had the steak sandwich, and it was…read moreoutstanding, served on incredible homemade bread that was fresh, flavorful, and the perfect complement to the tender steak. I paired it with one of their locally brewed lagers, which was crisp, refreshing, and a great match for the meal. The biggest surprise was the mushroom soup. It was rich, velvety, and absolutely exquisite, served with warm house made bread that was impossible to stop eating. What truly made the experience exceptional was the hospitality. Every member of the staff was warm, welcoming, and genuinely made us feel at home. Fresh local ingredients, fantastic beer, unforgettable food, and wonderful service. Market Lane deserves every bit of its five stars. Highly recommended!

Had another visit today 23/02/2026 for dinner, ordered two appetizers and one dessert…read more The chicken liver pate was nice, rich and creamy liver flavor went well with the crispy fry bread and sour pickles. Small pork pie's pastry had some slightly overburnt and had spots, but it was crispy overall. The filling was seasoned nicely, but could use a bit more gravy or juice. The blackberry sundae with ice cream was nicely done, silky texture ice cream, sundae was rich in blackberry flavor. Other elements provide a diversity of mouthfeel, but I felt some of them were a bit of nuisance as their textures sometimes did not feel harmonized together.

Sorry, love nice bathrooms so you might start seeing that a lot in reviews…read more All the staff and regulars here are pretty great, and quick service at the bar although it's popular so can be hard to squeeze in. They do a lot of live music as well and the performers always bring the best energy to the place. Classic snacks pub available, and I think if memory serves right they have mulled wine around Christmas, I keep trying to ask when it is, but alas, I forget.

Couldn't have asked for a better pub experience for our short time in Ireland! Tony was an…read moreoutstanding bartender. Will definitely come back when we come across the pond in the future

Great drinks! Nice atmosphere! Staff and customers alike were kind and friendly! Thanks for a great…read moretime!

Good fun here with great beer and wonderful people! Excellent spot to go for a pint or two! Their…read morefood is spot on . Go and enjoy

This place is great. It is a pub, not really a restaurant, but lots of enticing food on the menu…read more Lots of beers on tap, and a fun silly atmosphere. I posted a picture of the menu for reference. Technically it is a gay bar, and I am not gay, but no problem, everyone is friendly, it's open to all. I will be back.

Great food and a wide range of drink to choose from. Service was top notch and very sexy. Highly…read morerecommend!

Down a dark alley you will find graffiti walls and one of the best pubs in Ireland. Highly…read morerecommended for a post dinner drink. The bartender recommended the Powers whiskey. Very much a locals destination.

Really cool place. Found it by looking down an alley (always check the alleys in Ireland!). Cute…read moreinterior and patio. Decent prices

Great local Pub! Small, intimate and very friendly to travelers. Highly recommend. If you want a…read moretrue local Pub experience, this is it.

Wanted to review The Fish Wife across the street, but not on Yelp!…read moreOrder a delicious fresh fish n chips at the Fish Wife and they'll deliver it to this quaint Irish Pub where you can enjoy it w/ you Beamish :) Fish Wife is an excellent Fish n Chipper! Great tasting crunchy batter. Good selection. And the Chips are cooked well, thick, crispy and not greasy. Service is kind and prices are excellent and servings very generous! Order your fish and they'll deliver it to the Cork Arms which is an awesome Pub! Enjoy.