As the name suggests, Paddy O'Ryan is an Irish pub nestled right into a bustling Leeuwarden street…read more I really liked this pub. The servers were friendly and prompt, prices reasonable and atmosphere cozy. Paddy O'Ryan's was also where I had my first bitterballen, which is basically a deep fried ball of meat. It was surprisingly good, however I am convinced I could deep fry my pinky toe and it would taste good.

Paddy O'Ryan is a welcoming Irish pub, but also a great restaurant as well. Irish stew, burgers and…read morefish and chips are available, but there are several other great options on the menu including vegetarian stuffed peppers, and seafood. I had a nice piece of baked catfish, crusted with almonds and salami. Served with salad and chips (fries), this made for a very satisfying meal. Beer selections include Guinness, of course, as well as Kilkenny, Grolsch, and Old Speckled Hen. They have a fine selection of whiskey and scotch, with several rotating varieties. The best part about Paddy O'Ryan is the free live music on Wednesdays, varying from traditional Irish music to alt country. Local groups as well as international touring acts find their way to Paddy's, which must be a good sign!

I visited on December 26, which is a holiday in The Netherlands. I was just wandering the streets…read moreand got hungry when I found this place was open. Very cool interior with a definite Irish Pub vibe. I ordered bread plate and hot wings. The hot wings were not what I expected. They were just bread crusted and served with a Thai chili sauce. The Irish soda bread was decent. The best thing are the drinks they served. They made an excellent Baileys, cream and coffee.

Great Irish pub in the city center, small but very cozy. Great beers and great serviceread more

The only genuine Irish pub in the Netherlands, run by a Dub and his Dutch wife and their kids.read more

Excellent food, great beer, and friendly staff! I got the fish and chips and loved it. The tartar…read moresauce was wonderful and they provided tap water upon request without issue. Will be heading back to O'Malley's soon!

Many US travelers to The Netherlands do not venture north, instead staying in and around Amsterdam…read more- this is a huge mistake. Friesland is a beautiful place that must be experienced. And Piaam-State Bed and Breakfast in Piaam, just outside Makkum, is a great place to stay - a good location to venture out to Leeuwarden, Sneek, Franeker, Bolsward, Heerenven, and other cities. The owner Antoinette Groeneveld is one of the world's finest humans - you will make a friend for life - which is really the best part of travel, isn't it?