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ENNIS: The Cloister The West of Ireland inn is one of the city’s oldest pubs
Abbey St, Co Clare. and is still renowned for its live
Road map B4. Tel 065 686 8198. ARAN ISLANDS: Ti Joe Macs music (traditional sessions are on
This historic pub is situated by the Kilronan, Inishmore, Co Galway. Wednes-days and Sundays) and
famous Ennis Friary (see p193). The Road map B2. Tel 099 61248. friendliness. The pub includes an
pub’s cosy, atmospheric interior This pub stands straight in front off-licence.
is complemented by a patio in of visitors as they leave the boat.
summer, and by traditional music It serves soup and sandwiches. 0 GALWAY: Dew Drop Inn
on some nights. Mainguard St, Co Galway.
CLARINBRIDGE: Moran’s Oyster Road map B4. Tel 091 561070.
ENNIS: Queen’s Front Bar Cottage Locally known as Myles Lee, this
Abbey St, Co Clare. The Weir, Kilcolgan, Co Galway. is an intimate, vintage pub that
Road map B4. Tel 065 682 8963. Road map B4. Tel 091 796113. encapsulates Galway’s Bohemian
This historical pub lies beside the This bar, set in a thatched cottage, traditions. The authentic low-level
impressive ruins of Ennis Friary (see was a regular port of call for lighting makes this pub a comfy
p193). It serves superb, traditional crews from passing “hookers” place, especially on cold nights
Irish food. Good for families, the (traditional ships). Nowadays, you when the log fire is crackling. The
Queen’s welcomes all ages. 07 can sample all kinds of seafood Dew Drop serves one of the best
here, though Moran’s is best pints of Guinness in town.
KILLALOE: Goosers known as the most famous oyster
Ballina Rd, Co Clare. bar in Ireland – the owner holds GALWAY: The King’s Head
Road map C4. Tel 061 376791. the local speed record for shelling 15 High St, Co Galway.
This delightfully picturesque oysters. 0 7 Road map B4. Tel 091 566630.
waterfront pub on the Ballina side Founded in 1649, this historic pub is
of the river has a thatched roof, CLARINBRIDGE: Paddy Burke’s adorned with a bow-fronted façade.
traditional interior and a Oyster Inn The homely interior contains
welcoming atmosphere. Noted for Co Galway. Road map B4. 17th-century fireplaces. Simple
its cuisine, Goosers serves Tel 091 796226. lunch snacks are served in the main
reasonably priced seafood in the Founded in 1835, this authentic bar. In the back bar, various live
restaurant and satisfying “pub grub” thatched pub has leaded window- bands playing in the evenings
in the rustic bar. 07 panes and a charming beamed attract a youthful crowd. 7
interior. Apart from the renowned
KILRUSH: Crotty’s Pub Clarinbridge oysters and buffet GALWAY: McSwiggan’s
Market Square, Co Clare. lunches, gourmet menus are also 3 Eyre St, Wood Quay,
Road map B4. Tel 065 905 2470. available at lunch and dinner. Co Galway. Road map B4.
This popular and award-winning pub 0 7 Tel 091 568917.
was once run by one of the foremost In the centre of the city, this snug,
exponents of the concertina, Lizzie CLIFDEN: E J Kings relaxing café-bar has a great selction
Crotty (1885–1960). Today it hosts The Square, Co Galway. of freshly ground gourmet coffees
live traditional music three nights Road map A3. Tel 095 21330. and comfortable seats. 0 7
of the week in summer. Tasty bar This spacious, bustling pub is
food is available all day Monday situated on several floors, with GALWAY: The Quays
to Saturday. 07 the ground floor the most 11 Quay St, Co Galway.
appealing. Seafood platters or Road map B4. Tel 091 568347.
LIMERICK: The Locke varied pub fare can be enjoyed The Quays was originally a
3 George’s Quay, Co Limerick. by the peat fire. In summer, live small thatched cottage but the
Road map B4. Tel 061 413733. music is often on offer, especially building was knocked down to
Overlooking the Abbey river, this folk and ballads. The staff make way for this three-storyed bar.
is a typical black-and-white pub. are exceptionally friendly. 0 The top floor is a circular mezzanine
In summer, it is a favourite port of that overlooks the rest of the bar.
call for riverside strollers. In winter, GALWAY: Busker Brownes A good venue for music, the
blazing fires and snugs make it a Cross St Upper, Co Galway. traditional music nights are Friday
cosy spot. Traditional music is played Road map B4. Tel 091 563377. and Sunday evenings. Hearty
from Sunday to Thursday nights. This barn-like city pub occupies lunches are served daily. Outside
The restaurant is open all day. 07 several storeys, including the shell seating during the summer months.
of a 16th-century convent on the 07
LIMERICK: Nancy Blake’s top floor. The Slate House, the pub
19 Upper Denmark St, Co Limerick. next door, is under the same GALWAY: Ti Neachtain
Road map B4. Tel 061 416443. management, and both are popular 17 Cross St, Co Galway.
Limerick’s best-known bar, Nancy with local students. There are jazz Road map B4. Tel 091 568820.
Blake’s has much to offer in the sessions on Sundays. 07 Set in the “Latin Quarter”, this
way of good “craic” and traditional 18th-century town house boasts
music. If you prefer rhythm and GALWAY: Cookes Thatch Bar a distinctive oriel window. Inside, a
blues, try the adjoining Outback Bar. Cooke’s Corner, 2 Newcastle Rd, musty wood interior is home to old-
The cosy main bar serves soup and Co Galway. world snugs and friendly service.
sand wiches at lunchtime. Music is Road map B4. Tel 091 582959. Traditional music can often be
played on Monday, Wednesday, Situated on the outskirts of heard here, and upstairs is Ard Bia
and Saturday. Galway, this traditional thatched restaurant. 07

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