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    McDermott's Pub

    4.5 (57 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Good for groups

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    Shawn A.

    Cool authentic Irish pub. We stopped in for a Guinness and Whiskey for me and an Irish Coffee for my wife. Can't go wrong with a Guinness and I selected the local Whiskey, Jj Corey - Hanson. Very nice Whiskey! The wife loved the Irish Coffee...mission accomplished.

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    Nooshi B.

    A charming pub that was recommend to us by our driver. We popped in for lunch and the kind lady working there was definitely working hard as they were visibly understaffed. She handled everyone with kindness and grace, making our visit super pleasant. I ordered the Seafood Chowder which was fantastic. It was creamy, but not heavy or thick. My friend got the BLT and enjoyed it. This place has a lot of charm and I can see how much fun it can be in the evenings when they have live music playing.

    A local lass perhaps?
    Trace V.

    Great local pub that serves food and has AMAZING traditional Irish Music free of charge! Slightly on the edge of town but so worth it. We came after dinner from the nearby Oar House (best restaurant in the area) and loved the music and the excellent view we had from the bar. Unlike some of these pubs where space is limited, you can actually see the musicians and HEAR the music. All ages were observed singing along to these wonderful old Irish Tunes -- and a guest vocalist or two popped in to do a few songs as well. Beer was on point and no wait to get it. Wish we would've stayed more than one night in Doolin as there is more to see than just those amazing CLIFFS OF MOHER.

    Amanda K.

    My fiancé and I had a wonderful time at this bar, we watched a logo band called Dubhlinn perform on a super crowded night. We almost left because we kind of felt like outsiders and it seemed like everyone at the bar knew each other. But it just so happened that the band's manager came up to us before we left and asked if we liked good traditional Irish music, which we did and she can convince us to say. Boy am I happy that she did! We had the best time! The atmosphere was good, drinks were flowing, good service, nice people, and great entertainment. I'd definitely recommend this place to locals and visitors alike. Keep the good vibes going!

    Brent L.

    A great pub with great food and drink not too far from the ferry location to the Aran Islands. There aren't a lot of choices around this neck of the woods, but I HIGHLY recommend this one. The prices aren't terribly bad for being in a touristy part of the country. Service was friendly and prompt, and the food was VERY good. The lunch menu consists mainly of sandwiches, but it also includes the traditional Irish stews, fish and chips, etc. but those are a bit pricier. If you stick with the sandwiches, you can get away for under €10 per person. If you deviate from the sandwich choices, you might spend more toward €15-€18 per entree - even for lunch! My lunch partner had the seafood chowder for €8.00 and said it was heavenly. She followed it up with the roast beef sandwich for €9.90. It was served on a toasted "bap" (yes, I had to Google that - it means bun) with a few thin slices of roast beef, horseradish, mayo, and onion chutney. She seemed happy with it, but to me, it looked like it could have used a few more slices of roast beef. I chose the "Vegetarian Option" for €7.90. It was served on a floury "bap" (bun) with tomatoes, pesto, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella cheese. Pints are €4.50. Each entree was served with creamy coleslaw, a small salad and chips (fries to us Americans).

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    Victoria P.

    Went here on a whim. There aren't very many places to chose from in Doolin - I'm sure they're all great! McDermott Bar: very friendly staff, incredible live music, love the ambience - just not a fan of the prices. Doolin attracts a lot of the tourists who want to see the Cliffs of Moher. It's a miniscule town that I believe is kept alive by the tourists that stay here, so I understand the raised prices. Food was delicious. I had this incredible chocolate cake for dessert - yum! Ordered fish and chips and ooooh the fish was soooo very fresh! Nice portion sizes too. We sat at a table right in front of the band which made the experience even better. Fish and Chips, Guinness, and live music. It was great :) Very laid back evening.

    As such a huge fan myself, this made my entire night!
    Shannon M.

    This little place was such a gem!!! Our host at the Airbnb recommended we take a cab to this spot. The best part for me was the live music - a small group of people were playing traditional live music. It definitely lived up to its expectations, I was so happy we stopped inside. The pub itself is fairly small, which just added to its charm. They had photos all over the walls, lots of different kinds of whiskies to try (our bartender recommend one or two we had never tried before). We ordered a few shots and a Guinness and sat back and enjoyed ourselves. We didn't order any food, but from what we were seeing around us, the food looked delicious. The staff was GREAT. There was even a new trainee behind the bar who was so sweet and helpful. It made the experience that much better. Would definitely return the next time I am in Ireland.

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    Great food, drink, music and friendly service. Always a good crowd, even bought a T shirt.

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    Friendly people. Great atmosphere. Get the beef stew and the seafood chowder - it'll change your life!

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    If you're looking for a true Irish pub experience in Doolin, this is it…read more It's a typical, unassuming pub that fills up quickly with both locals and tourists, creating that perfect lively Irish atmosphere. The service was incredibly attentive and welcoming. The fish and chips? Hands down the BEST I've ever had -- perfectly crisp on the outside, flaky and tender inside. And the seafood chowder was beyond words. Rich, flavorful, and packed with seafood. Of course, the beer was fresh and delicious, just as it should be. An awesome, cozy spot that delivers on everything you hope for in a great Irish pub. We'll be back.

    A true Irish Pub experience, bravo!…read more Our tour guide/ bus driver chose this location for us and gloated on how they have the best fish and chips in all Ireland here, as you can expect I was pretty eager to get on and try them. The fish and chips did not disappoint and the portion size was very generous. If I had to pick a flaw I suppose I would mention the size of the container of the tartar sauce that comes with the meal is very small, about three smears worth. Also, omg, look at the chips! Those are some unique shaped chips, at first I thought they were potato chips that were fried but no, they were French fries that looked like a potato chip. We stopped here after visiting the cliffs of Moher, the restaurant is located in Doolin County, which I believe has a cave you can visit if you want to get some more adventures in after a great meal at a terrific authentic Irish Pub. As always people SYOY!!!

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