When people talk about 'the craic', a visiting Englishman hopes to the kind of reception you get in…read moreFelix's Bar. Essentially, what this means is a complete absence of novelty hats and people putting those idiotic shamrock swirls in the stout foam. No, Felix's is as close to the craic as I've got thus far, which means that the stout is very good, the walls are wooden and the pub itself is bustling with people banging the world to rights around the little nooks and crannies. Basically, this is the best pub in the area as it's a proper 'sit down, chat and get slowly drunk' pub, which is what pretty much every decent pub aspires to be.

Dicey's, for the visitor from out of town, is a funny old place. On one hand, it has a very…read morefamiliar feel to it - it's your archetypal indie bar with a loud jukebox, average beer and z-shaped scruffy teens slumped in booths waiting to get drunk enough to get off with people. Of course, there's an older crowd who have either graduated to other pubs but go back for nostalgic reasons (or to get off with 18 year olds no doubt). Essentially, Dicey's is the rock haunt. On the other hand, its far more than a scruffy pub. Because, somehow (and I can't work this out at all, schematically), you can walk up some steps and find yourself in a cavernous club that plays all the indie and rock classic, dragging in people from far and wide. The atmosphere is pretty rough and ready, but not really threatening in any way. There's acoustic nights and gigs, which should flick the switches of anyone finding themselves in their with a penchant for music. As it's an indie haunt, fully expect people over the age of 25 to tell you 'it's not as good as it used to be'.

If I'm up with my family and a big rugby or football game is on I will always find a way to sneak…read moreoff and call in here for a few quiet beers. The locals are friendly and the staff even more so. I've never had a bad experience here and would highly recommend if your in the area

MK's is one of the best pubs in Strabane. Its very quaint with great service. It has a very…read moremodern look to it compared to other pubs but very easy to chat and kick back in. They also have a Bed & Breakfast in their upstairs with basic rooms and located right in the center of town. If you are looking for a quiet place to stay during your trip to Strabane or a nice pub to have a quiet chat in, then definitely hit up MK"s.

Forget the blarney folks, this is the real deal. you want an authentic irish pub that serves decent…read moreales to local punters and maniacs alike? then look no further. Not as wild as 'back in the day' when it literally didn't close, but i defy anyone not to enjoy the summer nights there when the fabled 'back' opens up and the BBQ gets going. No. 1 spot in the town.

The farmers home is a quaint bar in Strabane. It always has a crowd inside. It's as if you are…read moresitting in an actual farm house. Every room is styled like a farm house, there's a kitchen, several living room with sofas, and arm chairs. They also have a function room and marquee available for events. At the weekend it's a popular spot for students returning home for university. It's definitely worth a visit if you are in the area. They also have an off license beside the farmers home which is always busy.