Came here on a whim for some drinks whilst celebrating my birthday! When my friend and I were…read moreseeking out a pub, I was hoping to go somewhere that was lively but not overwhelming and had a nice, mixed crowd. This place checked all of those boxes! Since it was my birthday, I knew I wanted to get at least a beer - my friend and I ended up staying for four drinks heh. One of them was a Sex on the Beach since it was advertised as a special drink of the night. It was good! Not too stiff, not too sweet. Overall, the pub had a cozy, laid back vibe that was the perfect spot to chit chat and enjoy a drink. It seemed small on the outside but was actually quite roomy with a small patio in the back. If you want to give this place a try definitely do so!!

From a Celiac perspective: As of 14 March 2026 they do not have a dedicated fryer and their gf…read moreoptions are relatively limited. They did have a gf bun for the burger which wasn't bad. My burger lacked flavor though and was a little tough which was disappointing. They did say that the burgers cook on their own trays so hopefully cross contamination is mitigated. The Eton Mess was phenomenal though and redeemed the meal. Service was fine, they were very busy with the rugby game so the delay in things made sense. Ambiance was great with a table next to the roaring fire.

I had popped in here as my companions were in the music store across the road. I had barely walked…read morein, requested a table for 4, and the gentleman/employee at the door just gave off an air of attitude (I'm thinking he was the manager). During our entire stay, as my friends had joined about 10 minutes after I was seated and had already ordered drinks, the employee just kept throwing glances and staring at us the entire time. We were all ordering, so it wasn't like we were holding a table hostage. We did get good service from the waiter, although he didn't come around as often, even when we were out of drinks. Kudos to the whisky sommelier for giving us great suggestions. It's a quirky bar/restaurant, but I'm not sure it would be worth a return trip. The employee with the attitude was really unnerving.

Came here with a party of 11. We dined upstairs where there is a stage with live musicians. The…read moremusic started off with one gentlemen playing the accordion and the other playing the guitar. Next the musicians played the bodhrán, an Irish drum. Finally, the musicians invited about six members of the audience to learn how to play the bodhrán. Overall the music quality was excellent. The food was also satisfying. I had the chicken and chorizo pie which came with a small side salad dressed in honey mustard and a small portion of roasted potatoes. My friends really enjoyed the pork ribs. The waitress was awesome she split the bill for our entire group!

When we asked our waiter during dinner which bars to mosey into for the night, he didn't even…read morehesitant to say, "Do NOT go to Reardens." Kelly S. and I were a little taken aback by the quick response, "Why?" In short, it was a place for douchebags, The kind guy explicitly told us not to go to Reardens and what do we do? We go to Reardens... Partially because no other bars were really crowded after dinner and partially because we were simply curious. Surprise surprise, our waiter was right. Reardens reminds me of my old college dives. Dirty, loud, and yes, full of men who all behave as if they belong in a rowdy fraternity. My ass was slapped at least 3 times while walking to and from the bar. Beer was spilled frequently in beat with the Top 40 music spun by the DJ. If this is what you're looking for, come get it. That scene lost its appeal for me years ago.

When in Rome as they say...down in Cork on a recent Stag night we went to this place. It's Good…read morecheesy fun,mobbed on Sat night and eh a Friday. Of all the pubs in Cork we went here twice, story with that? It seemed to be Corks version of Turks head/Coppers so ticks all the boxes and as Reg said very much a meat market. Which is probably the point.

Great wee bar to go to both on weekdays and on the weekend. Hands down the best selection of…read morespirits in the entire city of cork. Staff are really good too, they are friendly but not overbearing and are knowledgeable about their drinks giving me a great recommendation on some new spirits. Bar gets really crowded on the weekends so space can be a wee bit tight so get there early for a good seat. Heated smoking areas, great selection of drinks and great music. Staff are great very respectful and will help you as much as possible, same goes for their friendly door staff. Definitely making it me regular

Biggest selection of real mezcals and requilas in cork. One of the better late bars in the city…read more Great music. Cool staff. The best cocktails ive had in a very long time.

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?

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.

HAWTHORN BAR & BISTRO The Hawthorn Bar and Bistro has one…read moreimmediate advantage and that is its lakeside location, overlooking the famous Lough. Picture shows the view from an outside terrace. Called in there this morning for coffee at eleven, having circled the Lough, on foot. Wasn't on my own - far from it, as quite a few customers were enjoying the break. I enjoyed mine as well, as the swans and ducks floated by outside under a blue (though cold) sky. Two decent coffees and two excellent scones (hot from the oven, just like mother used to make them) went down a treat, total cost €8.00. While the staff and chefs were busy preparing the upstairs for lunch, there was one modest, polite and efficient barman on duty who looked after the snacks and tidied up the place quickly. They also do lunch and dinner and, on the basis of the morning snack, I would definitely call there and try out the more substantial menus available later in the day.

Sit & enjoy your drink while your backdrop are the activities that always go on around the Lough.read more

I stopped in this pub because it was so close to my hotel. I did not eat, but enjoyed a few…read moredelicious pints and had a great chat with a local fellow. The pub is very nice inside, lots of intricate wood and brass. The bartender was also super nice.

Reidy's is unique. I spent years in here as a postgrad student with friends, and even longer with…read morethe drama set from the nearby Granary theatre. The two old dears that run the place are characters - they go at their own pace, but they're very friendly with the zany student folks they serve. The walls are adorned with posters and memorabilia and the bar itself is architecturally very interesting. Go here - it's very much worth it.

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!

Loved this place! Discovered it on first night in Cork and…read morehad a great time here. Cosy pub with a good range of beers/whiskeys/cocktails. Staff so friendly and good fun and were chatting to us all night and making us feel welcome in the city. Have a discount for if staying in Sheilas hostel as well which made it a cheapish night! Ended up here again next day for rugby, which had great craic!

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.

Lovely Local Lagerhouse!…read more As a student, I tend to eat, drink, and essentially live quite frugally. While exploring the city of Cork during my first week in the country, my friends and I popped into close-by Preachers, whose outdoor boards boast of 3 euro daily pint deals. My night was made complete when I realized they serve Hoegaarden - one of my favorite intoxicants! Furthermore, they offer it in full pint glasses, a feature that I had yet to experience the wonders of. My friends and I had a great time sitting and standing by the bar, although after further visits, I've noticed that the place can get a bit too crowded. However, the regular bartenders are wonderful to chat with, and close quarters can always make for new and unexpected friends! Essentially, Preachers is a fantastic bar - great beers on tap, rockin' music, and good company!

I was in town on business, after having a great dinner at Soho, my co-worker and I were walking…read moreback to the B&B. We came across a few students of UCC, standing outside this small bar, Preachers. So a conversation was started, and as is the usual Irish custom....we were invited to share a pint or two over the talk. Into Preachers we went. If you are claustrophobic, you don't want to visit Preachers. It will be packed (this was a Wednesday night). But as for the students and the bar? It was GREAT! The Guinness was flowing, and so we had a few (we each had to buy a round of course). I'll have to admit, I normally don't do things like what happened here, and maybe it was the beer talking, but it was a whole lot of fun meeting those 5 students from UCC and talking. I'm not sure how much the drinks cost, because my co-worker "bought" my round....so I never paid for any of the 5 beers we had each. I'd have to guess it was around 3-4 Euro per. If you're in Cork, stop by Preachers for a pint. It's full of locals and the best way to travel is "being a local".