Bars in Bantry & Sheep's Head

Drimoleague Inn

November 11, 2015 by Dunmanus

The Drimoleague Inn is a a small family-owned bar, restaurant where the friendly team serve fresh, locally sourced, home-cooked food

There’s a relaxed friendly atmosphere with excellent service. Breakfast is served between 10am and midday, lunch is served between midday and 3pm, and an excellent bar menu is on offer each afternoon.

Evening meals are served in the Drimoleague Inn’s restaurant, which takes orders up until 8pm. It’s an ideal spot for walkers making the most of the great routes along the Drimoleague Heritage Walkways and the eastern stretches of the Sheep’s Head Way.

There is a large private function room and ample off-street parking available, and there is a children’s playground adjacent to the car parking area. With full wheelchair access too, the Drimoleague Inn is a great place for weddings, celebrations, and groups arranging a meal or event together.

Drimoleague was once a major junction on the famous and much-missed West Cork Railway, and it’s still a great place to start when exploring the delights of the Drimoleague Heritage Walkways, the Sheep’s Head Way and the West Cork region.

Location:	Drimoleague
Website:	drimoleagueinn.com
Opening Hours:	Bar Monday to Thursday 10am – 11.30pm Friday and Saturday 10am – 1pm Sunday 10am - 11.30pm Serving Food Breakfast – 10am -12pm Lunch 12 – 3pm Midweek – Light snacks, soup and sandwiches 3pm – 9pm Weekends – Bar Food menu every Saturday and Sunday until 8pm.
Winter Hours:
Tel:	00 353 (0)28 31688
Email:	[email protected]
	Wheelchair Accessible.
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Credit Cards:	Yes
Special Dietary Requirements?
TripAdvisor Reviews:	Yes
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	No

Arundel’s by the Pier

May 20, 2014 by Dunmanus

Arundel’s by the Pier is a family-run bar and restaurant located in an idyllic location overlooking Kitchen Cove in Ahakista

Recommended by The McKenna Guides as “One of the key instigators & players on the burgeoning food scene on the Sheep’s Head peninsula,” Arundel’s is a perfect place to relax while taking in the spectacular views of Dunmanus Bay.

Head chef Dominique Carrucci trained in some of the most spectacular places in France and Italy, and has brought his wonderful flair to Ahakista.

From the beer garden on the water’s edge you can watch the fishermen bring in their catch before ordering fresh fish from the wide-ranging menu.

And of course, for all of the parents out there who like dining al fresco with their children, there is a playground with swings, slide, blackboard and seating to help keep little ones entertained while the grown-ups enjoy their meals!

Booking recommended.

Location:	Ahakista, The Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Opening Hours:	Food Every Day: 12.30pm - 8.30pm Usual bar times also apply.
Tel:	00 353 (0)27 67033
Email:	[email protected]
Website:	No
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Credit Cards:	Yes
Special Dietary Requirements?	The menu at Arundel's is very clearly marked with a range of gluten-free and vegetarian choices.
TripAdvisor Reviews:	Yes
Google Maps:	Yes
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@arundelspier

The Bank House

April 10, 2014 by Dunmanus

The Bank House on Whiddy Island is a great spot to enjoy a quick meal or a drink after a walk on Whiddy Island

Kathleen O’Leary has the pleasure of inviting you for a lovely meal in the Bank House where well-priced food is served in the restaurant or outside in the open air. Wine or beer is available with your meal.

Freshly-caught local prawns are a speciality in this bar and restaurant on the shores of Whiddy Island in Bantry Bay. You’ll often find local musicians playing here during the summer months.

The island is home to a Sheep’s Head walking trail and the Bantry Bay Blueway too. Whiddy is one of seven inhabited islands on West Cork’s coastline.

The view from the Bank House over Bantry Bay makes this a wonderful place to enjoy a bit to eat, either inside the bar and restaurant, or outside by the pier from which ferries run regularly to Bantry.

Ma Murphy’s Bar

February 10, 2014 by Dunmanus

If you want a genuine, untouched, unfiddled with traditional Irish pub with real Irish character and the warmest of friendly welcomes, you need look no further than Ma Murphy’s in the middle of Bantry’s main thoroughfare.

Don’t be confused by the landlord’s Welsh accent, he’s as West Cork as they come; he was born on an island in Roaring Water Bay. If you have time enough (And capacity enough!) Bill will tell you that, and many other wonderful tales.

It’s one of the most wonderful places for a night-out in the whole of West Cork.

“Ma Murphy opened her welcoming arms to us in the form of Billy’s enthusiastic greeting. The most fervent greeting was reserved for any ladies coming and going who generally received a bear hug.”

Ma Murphy’s receives many great plaudits, mainly because it has maintained its original guise. This is a credit to the previous proprietors of the bar which dates back as far as the eighteenth century, and is also very much appreciated by the local community and visitors to West Cork. Ma Murphy’s Traditional Bar oozes charm and class and is a complete manifestation of all things Irish.

When visiting West Cork, make sure you call to Ma Murphy’s traditional bar, off licence, grocery and beer garden.
Craft beers, a great range of whiskeys and coeliac-friendly bar snacks help to set this place apart.

You’ll be guaranteed a tremendous welcome and maybe even a song when you visit Ma Murphy’s.

Location:	New Street, Bantry
Tel:	00 353 (0)27 50242
Email:	[email protected]
	Bar area is accessible, however no bathroom access.
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Dietary Restrictions:	A range of coeliac-friendly bar snacks, beers and ciders are available.
TripAdvisor	Yes
Other information:	Takes bookings; good for groups or parties; catering, outdoor seating. Closed Good Friday.
Facebook:	Yes
Twitter:	@MaMurphysPub

The Tin Pub

January 12, 2014 by Dunmanus

A stop at The Tin Pub is an essential part of a trip to the Sheep’s Head peninsula

The Tin Pub – which is as you might have guessed constructed from tin! -has remained the same since day one. Sample the stout in the traditional interior, or spend some time outside in the beer garden which gives you beautiful views across Dunmanus Bay.

You won’t come across anywhere quite like it on your travels, and it’s a great place to sit back and contemplate a great day walking the coastal trails of the Sheep’s Head Way before heading to Arundel’s By the Pier for dinner!

Location:	Ahakista, Sheep's Head peninsula, Co. Cork
Opening Hours	Open daily, March to October from 1:30pm.
Tel:	00 353(0)27 67203
TripAdvisor Reviews:	No
Facebook:	Yes

The Quays

December 12, 2013 by Dunmanus

The Quays Bar and Restaurant is the perfect spot for a fine pint of Guinness and a bite to eat during your stay in Bantry.

The Quay’s Bar is situated in the heart of Bantry town and serves meals Monday to Saturday.

The bar has a large sandwich menu which includes light meals and snacks as well as a daily specials board. This usually includes a roast dinner option, a vegetarian option, a fish dish, a pasta dish and a selection of other more substantial meals or just order a pint and a bowl of hand-cut chips.

The Quay’s Bar plays a very important role in the drinking culture in Bantry. Mid-week is always a laugh and sometimes a heated event with the introduction of a deck of cards or a set of darts. The chat and banter is always flowing!

The weekend starts on Wednesday and finishes on Tuesday because we believe three days isn’t enough. There is a D.J. on Fridays and Saturdays. As Saturday night usually ends too early for most of us, The Quays Bar often (not always) decides to have a bar extension and stay open until 2 A.M. with kind permission of the courts of course. Sunday evenings host live traditional, rock and/or Irish bands so be sure to be in early to get a seat.

Location:	Wolfe Tone Square
Opening Hours:	Monday - Thursday: 10:30 - 23:30 Friday - Saturday: 10:30 - 00:30 Sunday: 12:30 - 23:30 Food: 10:30 - 3:30, Mon-Sat, Fri 5-8.30pm.
Tel:	00 353 (0)27 50900
TripAdvisor Reviews:	Yes
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Facebook:	Yes