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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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  • CEASED TRADINGPUBS THAT ARE NO LONGER IN BUSINESS
  • 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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  • TEMPLE BAR PUBImages Are A Bit Blurred
  • 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 GLIMMERMAN ON MANOR STREETLocated on Manor Street, the Glimmerman Pub is a Stoneybatter institution, steeped in history and character
  • 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 REPORTERLOCATED AT 3 UNION STREET IN BELFAST
  • 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…