I can not say enough good things about this pub/restaurant in Cappamore, Limerick…read more I recently spent 8 days in Ireland and this was my "local" hangout. The food is excellent! Delicious, perfectly cooked meals with all the traditional Irish eats - grass-fed beef, chicken and pork with seasonal vegetables and of course, mashed potatoes. The food was certainly the draw to this pub in the beginning of our stay....a random selection for restaurants in the area..but, the food is not what kept me coming back. Mr. and Mrs. Hayes, the owners and operators of this establishment, are incredibly friendly, welcoming people. They took care of us! As Americans in a foreign land, they recognized that we were unfamiliar with how things are done in Ireland. During the week, the restaurants shut down around 430p making it almost impossible to find food in the country villages. On several occasions, they extended the dinner hours for me and my traveling companion and on one occasion, made us a dinner off-menu especially for us even when the restaurant had closed for the evening. J. Hayes Pub/Restaurant is special indeed. The food, the people, and the welcoming atmosphere of home is something that I have never experienced in all my travels abroad. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Hayes. You are exceptional people!

Live music in a homey local place. Friendly bartenders and ample space to relax. Cozy covered…read moreoutdoor patio in back. Great place to grab a pint.

Great place for a night out in Limerick! Drinks are a little pricey, but the good vibes definitely…read moremake up for it. There is both an indoor and outdoor area, which is great for a breather or cool air after all of the dancing!

My favorite pub in Ireland! My wife and I stopped by several years ago, and we met a gentleman…read morenamed Valentine. We spoke to him for such a long time! We were treated so well by the owner of the pub! We are headed back on Friday and I'm so excited to visit again! This place is awesome!

It's the best little pub in County Clare. Miss Ann, the proprietor, is a delight, and she pours a…read moreperfect pint. Every year I go back, she always welcomes me home. I'll be there again in July. If you have the good fortune to stop by, you may notice my USMC Eagle Globe and Anchor on the wall behind the bar.

Also known as "Kellehers", this is the cozy and adorable pub that #HearSay17 Festival attendees…read moreadopt for the during of the weekend spend in the tiny village of Kilfinane. Although smallish, it has two fireplaces, a few mini sofas, several plush easy chairs, a tall bistro table and a communal dining table for weary radio/audio makers to settle into, enjoy a drink or four and relax. I had their signature hot tea & whisky toddy with lemon, cloves and a bit of sugar. I also had a few Bushmills as one does. They have a full espresso service as well for a quick daytime pick-me-up but honestly, as I believe day-drinking was invented in Ireland, a coffee functions more like a gateway drug here with a pint or something quick to follow. It should be known that the prices are a bit more than other spots on main street but the slight uptick is worth it for the vast collection of curiosities and knick knacks that line the shelves and the general inimitable vibe--it's like a mini museum with drinks! The owners/bartenders/hosts are very kind and cheerful. I had done a bit of shopping earlier at the butcher's for a dinner party the following day and they refrigerated my purchases until I was ready to leave. For a brief shining moment, I felt like a local, at my "local" (aka pub) and I can't wait to go back to Kilfinane to experience this again. Thanks, Kellehers, you're lovely!

Great Pub in Tralee on Castle Street Very Spacious Spotless…read moreClean Gary the Owner a touch of Class along with his Nephew Music Weekends Milestone in Tralee. Great pint of Guinness Also does Gorgeous food.

Very fun, quintessential Irish pub. Don't miss this one in Tralee…read more Good food, fast service, and a really great waiter!

Stopped by this pub on a Friday evening in the winter. It was full of locals and they had live…read moremusic, which was a plus. It's a bustling little spot and we got the last table for two in the spot. They were full of families, friend groups, and couples--they definitely have a broad appeal. And, I can see why. I ordered their goat cheese tartlet with chips, which was delicious. The guiness that we ordered was cold and delicious. The service was kind and attentive. The atmosphere is loud and joyful--your classic pub feel. We loved it! Get to it!

Very pleasant meal in a quaint pub. Regular visitors to Dungarvan but first time in The Local. It…read moreseems they've only started to offer food recently. Mostly burgers named after famous Waterford hurlers. (I can only imagine the late night drinking session arguing whether John Mullane resembled a bacon and cheese burger or Brick Walsh sounded like a Brie man) Anyway, the burgers were pretty good, service was excellent and they were even able to magic up a couple of decent cocktails not on their menu. We'll be back.

We stumbled onto this pub after meeting Sean's daughter at Adare Manor. We had been at Pat Collins…read morePub earlier in the day where we ate shepherds pie. We are glad that we went to Sean's pub in the evening. We had wanted to hear some live Irish music and lo and behold they had it the night we went. They have live music on Mondays and Fridays. The atmosphere was quaint with a warm feel. The food and service were exceptional! We had the Warm Goats Cheese Crostini and Fish Cakes which were recommended by Sean. They were both very tasty and we highly recommend both! All of the beer tasted fantastic! They must be really diligent about cleaning their draught lines! The pint of Guinness was the best I had in Ireland including the brewery itself! They had beer from a craft brewery called McGargles. The pale ale from them was very tasty! All in all this is a great little pub and not to be missed while in Adare!

Dropped by Sean's for some Irish stew and fish and chips with my husband , The food was good and…read morethe bar staff fantastic! Sean was busy preparing for a big bus load to join him for a good time. He was a very friendly host and we felt very welcome. I can't wait to go back to Ireland again and we will definitely drop back in to dine at Sean's place.

Reliable food good craic! One of Birr's finest establishments. Check it…read moreout."............"......................."

I was with an American friend accompanying me on a visit back to my family in Ireland. She said her…read morefamily came from Birr Offaly and that she knew they still lived there somewhere. We went to Birr to see if we could possibly track them down. The first place we stopped at was Kelly's pub. We had the best service and ate the best food. The soup was served with fresh homemade brown bread & Irish butter and the cottage pie was served piping hot with a rich flavour that felt not only delicious but nutritious too, The vegetables we were served tasted like they had just been picked. We asked the waitress if she could direct my American friend regarding sources of possible information on her long lost Irish relatives. Before I knew what was happening the owner John drove us to meet her family. He made phone calls, got their address and brought us there himself. I was so proud that my friend got to see the magic of Irish hospitality and selfless acts of kindness towards a stranger. I highly recommend this bar, the owner John, his staff and all customers that helped a stranger find her long lost Irish relatives. #goforthefoodstayforthepeople #ifieverwriteabookthiscouldbeachapter

Great chef, excellent service, Doonbeg is lucky excellent family owned pub with an amazing…read morerestaurant!

Have been twice within the last few days. The service was quick and food was good but it was like…read morean oven in the place. They had live music but the bar was even warmer, so didn't take in the music. Went a day or so later , everything was much better and cooler. Rumor has it the male proprietor like to keeps the place a shade or two cooler than Hades! And it could stand a little more atmosphere in the restaurant. But all in all a nice local eatery,

As country pubs go in Ireland, this is the real deal. Open since 1865 at 5 pm daily. After they…read morehave put the cows away from working in the fields. Best Guinness on tap in Ireland! Don't expect anything but drink, locals and you, if you're lucky enough to find it. Great owner, Kathy, behind the bar, with some help from Mikey, her dad. Friendly, low keyed, and real.