Hmm this is a toughie to mark…read more On the one hand, I can't stand these types of places. On the other hand, as 'these places' go, it's probably one of the best! Right let's go for the objective marking. ("Marking"?! Do I think I'm a teacher or something?!) - It does what it says on the tin. It's a general, all ages late bar that's there for havin the craic. Pretentiousness can be left firmly at the door - When you are going in for a full night of popular music, you may as well hear it from a live band, versus an awful DJ (who does come on after the live band btw..) - As mentioned above - it's all ages. If you're a cougar on the prowl, there's plenty of pray here for ya, but if you're wanting to celebrate a 40th birthday, or equally a 21st, there's room for everyone in the Roost! - Drinks aren't too expensive, and there's no cover charge - Bouncers are friendly and there's rarely trouble here besides drunken ladies falling down the stairs (of which there are many - watch out if you're debuting your new 5 inchers in here, ladies!) - It doubles up as a nice quiet and relatively cosy pub during the day. So there ye have it. If you're going, embrace it, and you'll have a grand old time. If you've got a hankering for some black rimmed glasses, skinny jeans and hipstagramation, this is probably not your spot.

I'm 50 years old and aside from some accidentally swallowed spoiled milk this may be the worst meal…read moreI've ever had. It was so bad it turned funny. We were travelling on the nearby M4 and randomly visited this pub in a college town very hungry for a late lunch. The environment was nice with candles and a cozy feel but our 'strict schoolteacher' waitress left a lot to be desired in the attitude category. Poor students probably mean crappy tips and we got the tail end of a bad lunch rush. No matter, we ordered the "Hot stuffed roast beef sandwich with vegetable soup or fries" - 7 euro. I don't exactly know what was presented 20 minutes later, but here's a description. The soup was a sallow opaque gruel more like a gritty yellow/puce bisque but without quality or flavor, a bit like wallpaper glue in texture. No vegetables I could see survived...none. Perhaps it wasn't vegetable soup in hindsight, but it was warm, neutral and nontoxic so I had three spoonfuls before I quit it - my girl didn't make it that far. She was distracted by the entree which consisted of two mushy cold toast slices with a firm grey organic mass in the center that I took to be meat of some sort. Tough, completely without flavor and overcooked my post mortem was this was a boiled bovine something at one time and then maybe it was microwaved to withdraw any remaining taste, I don't know. It was laughably inedible and dissecting the sandwich we later discovered some soggy little sponge cubes that probably were the 'stuffing', though we couldn't be sure, as by this time they had attached themselves to the bread to make a small henge around the meat sacrifice. My lady finished her pint and we laughed off the experience. After a while gave up on our waitress again who perhaps was hiding out of shame and eventually threw a 20 euro on the table and left. I'm sure this is a great place most of the time and we just had a rare lousy experience.

On the way back from Galway to Dublin, I asked the GPS for "Sunday roast" and that led me here…read more Great choice as the arrival at around 2pm on Sunday meant that they still had everything available. Warmly greeted and brought to a table, a waitress took our order and brought back beer a few minutes later. And then the meal arrived. A thick sliced of roast beef on top of mashed and roasted potatoes with other vegetables. All topped with a rich gravy. The beer was cold, the meal was tasty and there were certainly enough potatoes. Other than the beef being a bit more well done than I would have liked, it was quite good. Inside, the background music was peaceable and this was a pleasant stop for the roast. [Review 1972 of 2024 - 153 in Republic of Ireland - 22994 overall]

Oh, yes! Honestly couldn't have been better. Fast seating, Fast, professional service (with a big…read moresmile), terrific ambiance, and. slamming food (I had the veggie burger, wife had the veggie curry, mom had fish and chips)). The brioche bun was perfectly fresh, the proportions of additions was spot on, and the chips (fries) were hot and fresh. For such a big place, I was ready to compromise on quality. Rarely am I as glad as I was to be wrong. THANK YOU CLOCK HOUSE! Terrific meal, wonderful memory!

My beautiful wife and I have been touring Ireland for a week and have finally landed back near the…read moreairport to sleep one short night before flying out in the morning. The staff and the crowd of regulars at this charming pub are among the most welcoming we have experienced in all of Ireland! They were as excited to tell us about their country and as they were to ask about ours! They were funny and friendly and the highlight of our day. Aaaand should the Sam Maguire ever make it back to Mayo, we should return and celebrate with Sean!

Sunny Day Central…read more Nothing beats sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland. Absolutely nothing! Except maybe sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland on the water. Now that takes some beating. McEvoys is one of those places that is just made for one of those ultra-rare-not-a-cloud-in-the-sky days. Set right on the canal just outside of Celbridge is this gorgeous pub. Full of walkers who have come along the canal on a stroll with their dogs plus lots of locals and even some lucky houseboat owners. The mood is always friendly and jovial, with an atmosphere that's second to none. Here you will find: - A pre-pint walk along the canal - A load of benches with a view of the boats and the water - A super cosy and comfy bar inside if it gets a tad chilly in the evening (you know it will!) - A great pint of the black stuff - A dog friendly bar To be honest, whether it's raining or shining, I'd still recommend this spot. Gwan the outskirts!

The food here is good, although service can be a little on the slow side…read more There is the usual mix of bar food with presentation tending to be gastropub style. Parking is limited and it seems that most of the village uses the bar as its "local" resulting in slightly cramped conditions as the night progresses. Ample outdoor seating and a covered area which is ideal for any smokers in your party. Certainly would eat here again - but unlikely to unless staying in the hotel again.

A cozy pub located inside the courtyard area of the hotel. This pub is the definitive location of…read morethe birthplace of Guinness, a little known fact, which was first brewed here in 1756 by Arthur Guinness himself. You can safely presume then that you'll find a fine pint of the black stuff here without any doubts! Arthur's bar is my personal favorite pub here in Leixlip, great location and atmosphere. Indoor and outdoor seating is available and there is frequently live music. Would recommend for tourists to stop in for a cup of tea/coffee during the day or a drink in the evening and soak up the history behind this bar. Check their website for more information.

The traditional white-washed irish cottage exterior and river-side setting alone is reason enough…read moreto make this off-the-beaten-path journey. But take the time to go inside this wonderful cozy pub that is clearly loved by its locals. One visit and you'll understand why. Lucky for me, I get to visit Ireland every year and with each new adventure I seek country pubs steeped with history and charm. Serving the prerequisite perfect pint of Guinness, Fishermans was this years winner! Extensive selection of drinks, enough snacks/light food options to keep you nourished, and a friendly atmosphere that will make you want to linger.

Perhaps my most memorable stop in a wonderful trip to Ireland. I don't think that I'll ever forget…read morethe night my buddy and I went behind the bar and served locals pints of Guinness.

Kavanagh's Bar and Venue rocks my world. You better believe it. They should come from far around to…read moretry out this pizza.

Great, intimate place in the centre of town with a lovely atmosphere. Great place for watching live…read morematches, proving pizzas as well as alcohol during such occasions.

Came here for the authentic Irish pub experience while on our trip to Dublin…read more The pub was large and beautiful! It had a lovely wooden interior feel and the bench seating. The service was lovely. The waitstaff were welcoming and made us feel welcome. The food was perfect. I got the burger and chips. The burger was delicious! The beef quality overseas is sublime! The chips were massive and delicious! Perfectly crisp with a fluffy interior. I also got the pot roast and accompaniments. It was lovely! When in Ireland, you must have a Guinness, I'm sure it's illegal not to! I definitely recommend checking out a pub while in Dublin.

We wanted local and got it the night before a flight back to the US. Excellent beef and Guinness…read morestew topped with a pint. The 10 Strip Sirloin was tasty as well. Great, lively and fun atmosphere on Ireland's Independence Day 7-11.

Sunny Day Central…read more Nothing beats sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland. Absolutely nothing! Except maybe sitting in a beer garden on a Sunday in Ireland on the water. Now that takes some beating. The Hatch Bar is one of those places that is just made for one of those ultra-rare-not-a-cloud-in-the-sky days. Chill out, sit on one of the picnic benches outside, soak up the atmos and check out the canal. Gorge.

Taxi driver said you have to go to this bar if you have anything to do with horses. So we did…read more Stayed for 4hrs met a lot of very nice people. Drinks were good and food was also awesome. Looking at the canel with all the beautiful boats, what a sight!

HANDS DOWN THE VERY BEST STEAK SANDWICH I HAVE EVER HAD! Come here now, don't walk, don't pass go,…read morejust run as fast as you can! Mark my words, you will not be disappointed. The steak was perfectly cooked and was lying on a bed of the most succulent sautéed onions I have ever tasted in my life! I cannot describe how delicious this meal was... you must take a trip and experience this marvelous sandwich! There is a fire going, putting out some much needed heat, since it was freezing outside. The waitress was so friendly and was really accommodating!

This is the local pub that serves food in Kilcock. They use a menu mon-sat and carvery on Sunday…read more The food i have found it to be of a good quality but possibly the a la carte could do with changing a bit more often. I go here regularly enough for food.

I cannot believe how large this pub is inside! We stopped by after seeing it on a "Traditional Pubs…read moreof Ireland" poster, and because my grandfather's name was James Griffin. The atmosphere was perfect! It was early Sunday morning, and there were already a few locals inside having their morning beer and reading the newspaper. I did some exploring because it looks so small on the outside, but you get in, and it just keeps going and going. Looks like they get large crowds during the evenings, and even offer lots of live music and DJs. The bartender was friendly.

What can I say besides fabulous! Trim is off the beaten path from Dublin, but definitely on the map…read morewhen it comes to historical must-sees while you're in Ireland! So when you pass thru Trim to see the Castle, call in to this gorgeous pub. When you walk in, it is old school classic pub with beautiful woodwork and bar. From there, you can go in the cozy fireplace room that feels and looks great and leads to another cozy area to meet and be with friends. If you like patios, you're at the right place! Step out back and find a covered & climate controlled patio that is huge! They have a large smoking patio area (you can't smoke inside in Ireland either). Thru the patio, you can see a big events room that you can host a reception, party, meeting, whatever. It's been a few months since my last visit, but I've heard they have a new beer garden too! Oh yes, the drinks...the Guinness is perfect. You can get almost any tasty beverage here from a nice bartender. The owner is hands-on and always working to keep this place top notch.