5 Best Bars in The Southwest, Ireland

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We've compiled the best of the best in The Southwest - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Dick Mack's

Fodor's Choice

Part cobbler's shop, part bar, this tiny pub has been quenching thirsts since 1899. Offering a quintessential Dingle experience, with music nightly and a big selection of whiskeys. It has its own food truck and microbrewery by the beer garden, where tours and tastings take place daily in the taproom.

Dolan's Pub

A lively waterfront spot, Dolan's has traditional Irish music every night, and dancing classes from September to May. Dolan's Warehouse, under the same management and in the same location, is a live-music venue with top national and international acts.

3–4 Dock Rd., Limerick City, Ireland
061-314–483

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An Droichead Beag (The Small Bridge)

For a lively nighttime spot, try this large, busy pub in the town center, known for live Irish music and late hours.

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Gleneagles

This is the place for big-name Irish acts—from comedian Dara O'Briain to Hozier to Riverdance—at the Irish National Events Centre (INEC) within the hotel. Gleneagles also has a bar with nightly live music.

Muckross Rd., Killarney, Ireland
064-667--1555

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The Locke Bar

Set on the riverside, this is one of Limerick's oldest bars, dating from 1724, and has live music every night. It's also a great place for outdoor drinking in summer, or a simple bar food meal

3 George's Quay, Limerick City, Ireland
061-413–733

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