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A BABY AUSTIN AT THE DROPPING…The prominent "Austin" badge on the front grille, along with the overall shape and design of the vehicle, including the distinctive headlights and wire wheels,…
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BEFORE THE FIREHowever, the bar's promising trajectory was abruptly halted in July 2022 when a devastating fire engulfed the premises, leaving behind a trail of destruction… 
BELFAST CITYA SELECTION OF PUBS, RESTAURANTS AND HOTELS IN BELFAST 
BISMARCK CAFEBismarck on Prussia Street is a popular cafe/restaurant located in Stoneybatter, Dublin. 
BURNABY HOTELThe Burnaby Hotel in Greystones has a rich history that intertwines with the development of the town itself.
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COFFEYS PUBAnother well-established pub with a loyal following. It's known for its friendly staff, good selection of drinks, and comfortable setting. It's a great spot to… COFFEYS PUB 2024Another well-established pub with a loyal following. It's known for its friendly staff, good selection of drinks, and comfortable setting. It's a great spot to… 
COFFEYS PUB CHRISTMAS 2012Another well-established pub with a loyal following. It's known for its friendly staff, good selection of drinks, and comfortable setting. It's a great spot to…
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DESI CREWIf you are interested in a different style of Indian Dining then opening of Desi Crew as 27 South Richmond Street should be interest. I am planning to have… 
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FAMINE MEMORIALA dedicated Famine Memorial, sculpted by John McKenna and unveiled in 1997, stands prominently at the pub's entrance, serving as a solemn tribute to those who…
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JUNGLE CAFEThe Jungle is an interesting cafe located in Dun Laoghaire. They serve healthy and energising beverages and food options, including cold press juices, specialty…
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LA TOUCHE HOTELIn July 2013, the La Touche Hotel in Greystones was indeed in a derelict state, having closed its doors in 2004. The hotel had a rich history, originally… 
LIFFEY ARMS PUBThe Liffey Arms is a pub located on Main Street, Newbridge, County Kildare, Ireland. It is known for its friendly atmosphere, live music, and traditional Irish…
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MC GOWANS PUBThe name change occurred in 2017 when the property was sold. The new owners, the McGowan family, decided to rebrand the pub with their own name. According to… 
MOSS LANEBefore Moss Lane, the location was occupied by a place called the Trinity Inn. It was known for being available for private events and parties, especially for…
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NEXT DOOR TO A FUNERAL HOMEI know Coburg Street as the street where Jerh O’Connor’s Funeral Home is located next door to the Sin É Mc Cabe live music venue where the music is good enough… 
NIGHT CLUBSin É, located on Ormond Quay in Dublin, is a renowned live music venue and bar, celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic mix of musical acts.
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RAMADA ENCOREWhen I visited Belfast in May 2017 I stayed at the Ramada Encore for five nights and it cost me £249 in total. Today they are charging about £200 per night… 
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SINE E IN CORK JULY 2015It's worth noting that the name "Sin-é" has also been used for a music venue in Cork, where it referenced the funeral home next door. In this context, "Sin-é"… 
SPITALFIELDSSituated in the heart of the historic Liberties area of Dublin, the Spitalfields Pub and Restaurant is nestled near a street also bearing the name… 
STONE IN STONEYBATTERHere is an updated list of restaurants on or near Manor Street in Stoneybatter that are currently open 
SWAI ON THE NORTH WALL QUAYSwai was a Malaysian restaurant located on North Wall Quay in the Dublin Docklands. It was known for its modern glass building with views of the River Liffey… 
SWIFTS 2012Swifts quickly gained a reputation for good quality food in comfortable warm surroundings SWIFTS THEN MC GOWANSIt's true that Newbridge, like many towns and villages in Ireland, has seen a reduction in the number of pubs over the years. While this evokes nostalgia for a…
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THE BACK LOUNGEThe Back Lounge, situated on Exchange Street Upper, is recognised for its display of interesting street art, though specific pieces can change due to the… 
THE BERNARD SHAWThe Bernard Shaw pub in Dublin, both its original South Richmond Street location and its new incarnation at Cross Guns Bridge, has generated a curious mix of… 
THE BLACK SHEEPThe Black Sheep, a craft beer haven on Capel Street, has breathed new life into a once-neglected corner of Dublin. 
THE BUNKERThe Bunker was a unique establishment that, sadly, closed its doors around three years ago. Its most striking feature was its vintage-inspired signage,… 
THE HACIENDA BARThe Hacienda Bar on East Arran Street and Little Mary Street is more than just a survivor of Dublin's urban redevelopment; it's a living relic, a testament to… 
THE WITHWORTH PUBThe Whitworth was known for its stylish art deco interior, which was created from a converted garage that had once housed Iona Airways. It offered a diverse… 
TOKEN ON QUEEN STREETToken was a beloved arcade bar and restaurant on Queen Street, Dublin, offering a unique fusion of classic arcade games, pinball machines, and modern gaming… 
TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONThe first Chinese restaurants in Dublin started appearing in the late 1950s and early 1960s, introducing a new and exotic cuisine to the Irish palate.
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VALLENCE AND McGRATHThe pub's history was intertwined with the maritime heritage of the North Wall, serving as a refuge for dockers after long shifts and a social hub for the… 
VALLENCE AND McGRATHThe pub's history was intertwined with the maritime heritage of the North Wall, serving as a refuge for dockers after long shifts and a social hub for the… 
VICTORIA HOUSE RESTAURANTThe first Chinese restaurants in Ireland appeared in the late 1950s and early 1960s, primarily in Dublin. These establishments were often run by immigrants from…
PALMERSTOWN HOUSELOCATED IN PALMERSTOWN VILLAGE
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