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What defines a great Irish pub? Sounds like a good starting point for a bar-stool argument.
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People will have different opinions. It might be the fit-out, the staff, the music, the service, the attitude, the ambiance. It may be like asking ‘what defines the craic?’. It’s an Irish thing.
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The pub occupies a central place in Irish life. It is much more than just a place to have a drink. It is a gathering point, a place to celebrate and grieve, laugh and cry, dance and chat, sing and, well, argue.
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It is, at it best, truly a public house. Away from Ireland, the best Irish pubs are the ones that engage with the local community. In this new edition of the Australian Irish Pub Guide – brought to you by Magners Irish Cider – we have listed the Top 50 Irish pubs in Australia. One of these 50 pubs will soon be named the Irish Echo Pub Of The Year for 2013. Keep an eye on our website – www.irishecho.com. au – for details on how you can vote. Also, these pubs will form part of the new Irish Echo App soon to be available on iTunes. There, you will have a chance to offer your comments and reviews on Irish pubs around Australia. The pubs are listed alphabetically by state, suburb and then by name.
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New South Wales / Bathurst
Jack Duggan’s Irish Pub 135 George St, Bathurst www.jackduggans.com.au
Contact
Glyn Daunt
Phone
02 6331 2712
jackduggans@bigpond.com
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food
Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
Shamrock Hockey team, Bushrangers Cricket Team, Kelso Hockey
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions
Jack Duggan’s is a true Irish Pub in central Bathurst. The front bar is a great place to relax and have a pint and enjoy great live entertainment. Enjoy a meal from Ma Duggan’s award-winning restaurant. With its extensive menu, it’ll please anyone looking for a taste of Ireland. Children are welcome and the Sunday family lunch and the lively afternoon music session is fast becoming a local tradition.
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New South Wales / BONDI JUNCTION
Cock’n’Bull Hotel 89 Ebley Street, Bondi Junction www.cocknbull.com.au
Contact
Damian Burcher
Phone
02 9389 3004
info@cocknbull.com.au
Opening Hours
Mon-Wed: 8am-12am / Thurs-Sat: 8am-2am / Sun 10am-12am
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Bondi Gaels and Clan na Gael
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
The Cock’nBull is a traditional Irish pub in the heart of Bondi Junction. With live entertainment six days a week with Irish bands, duets and DJ’s we have been a favourite with locals and tourists alike for over 25 years. Famous for the Irish Sessions which boast some of the most talented Irish musicians around, the Cock’nBull is one place where you will fit right in and meet a friend or two and get your hands on some tasty traditional Irish food. Come on in for some great craic, a cold drink and meet our friendly faces behind the bar. We look forward to meeting you!
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New South Wales / MOORE PARK
P.J Gallagher’s Irish Pub EQ Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park www.pjseq.com.au
Phone
02 9331 5218
info@pjseq.com.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions
The all new PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub, EQ is just what you’ve been looking for. Find a cosy corner inside, or breeze the afternoon away under a leafy tree in our huge outdoor area. P.J Gallagher’s Irish Pubs are renowned for their authentic Irish fitouts, award winning pub food and genuine hospitality.
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New South Wales / Paddington
Durty Nellys Hotel 9-11 Glenmore Road, Paddington www.durtynellyssydney.com.au
Contact
Zelman Nissen
Phone
02 9360 4467
enquiries@durtynellyssydney.com.au
Opening Hours Closing time midnight or earlier Food Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Michael Cusacks Gaelic Athletic Association / NSW Gaelic Football & Hurling Association / St Patricks Day Parade and Irish Bachelor of the year / Rose of Tralee
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions / Setanta Sports / Fox Sports
Durty Nellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the village Inn, is located in the heart of Paddington. Dating back to 1850, the Public Bar, with its original pressed metal ceiling and wooden floorboards has been maintained as a traditional Irish local, renowned for serving one of Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Perfect Pints of Guinness. Family-owned with friendly Irish staff, we invite you all to experience an Irish local right in the heart of Sydney.
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New South Wales / PENRITH
Penrith Gaels Club Cnr Glebe Place and Phillip St, Kingswood www.penrithgaels.com.au
Contact
Thomas Gallagher
Phone
02 4722 8180
tom@penrithgaels.com.au
Opening Hours
Closing time midnight or earlier
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Jameson
Sponsorships
Penrith Gaels GAA / Irish Welfare Bureau
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
Penrith Gaels Club... the Irish Club for everyone... the friendliest Irish Club in Australia. Our staff have won multiple “Guiness Perfect Pint” awards. Function room catering up to 180 seated guests. Trivia - Wednesday night. FREE live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night. Texas hold’em poker Monday and Thursday night. Traditional St Patrick’s Day celebrations, food and entertainment including the all new Irish band An Reithe Tri.
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New South Wales / Rouse Hill
Mean Fiddler CNR Commercial & Windsor Road, Rouse Hill, Sydney www.meanfiddler.com.au
Contact
Tony Williams
Phone
02 9629 4811
boxoffice@drinx.com.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Private Functions / Karaoke / FoxSports
Since 1826, whether youre looking to soak up the history, bask in the sunshine or mingle with the locals, The Fiddler has just what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been looking for. No other pub in Sydney can offer so many options. Exciting nightlife, flawless functions, alfresco dining and family entertainment all combine to make the Fiddler an unforgettable experience either day or night. True blue Australia plus traditional Irish charm equals 100% pure entertainment.
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New South Wales / Rozelle
The Merton Hotel 38 Victoria Rd, Rozelle, Sydney www.themertonhotel.com.au
Contact
Aidan Mullen
Phone
02 8065 9577
info@themertonhotel.com.au
Opening Hours
Closing time midnight or earlier
Food
Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Landowne Club member
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions
The Merton Hotel in Rozelle is Irish-owned and run. There are no poker machines. We offer a relaxed atmosphere where people can catch up with friends. We promote live music and Irish bands. We pride ourselves on the Guinness and beer we serve. The Bistro offers fresh flavoursome pub food accompanied by a great wine list. A country pub just a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw from the city with B&B accommodation upstairs!
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New South Wales / Surry Hills
The Porterhouse Irish Pub Cnr Campbell and Riley Sts, Surry Hills www.porterhouse.com.au
Contact
Linda McElroy
Phone
02 9211 4454
info@porterhouse.com.au
Opening Hours
Closing time midnight
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irishinspired dishes including McDonnellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish Curry Sauce
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Dunbar Rovers
Entertainment
Private Functions / FoxSports
The Porterhouse Irish Pub is situated in the heart of Surry Hills, only a ten minute stroll from Central Station and two minutes from the buzz in Oxford Street. This cosy traditional Irish Pub will make you feel right at home regardless of where you come from. Enjoy the best pint of Magners, Guinness or Kilkenny along with our awardwinning food.
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New South Wales / sydney
Ryan’s Paragon Hotel Cnr Loftus & Alfred St, Circular Quay, Sydney www.hotelparagon.com.au
Contact
Craig Wesker
Phone
02 9241 3522
admin@hotelparagon.com.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food
Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner
Irish Products
Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange
Sponsorships
Michael Cusacks GAA
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions
With a refurb that has more than a touch of Dublin’s legendary live music scene, Ryan’s Paragon Hotel, with the Top Bar upstairs, is a fresh take on one of Sydney’s best-known classic pubs. With great pub food served all day, two levels, an open-air courtyard, party DJs following live bands and a late license, Ryan’s Paragon Hotel is the place in the Quay for a craic-ing weekend.
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New South Wales / sydney
P.J. Gallagherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish Sports Bar & Bistro at the Criterion Hotel the Criterion Hotel, 260 Pitt St, Sydney
Phone
02 9264 3093
info@pjscriterion.com.au
Opening Hours
24 Hour licence
www.pjscriterion.com.au
Food Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Jameson
Entertainment
Trivia / Private Functions / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
A relaxed and comfortable surrounding which merges the traditional pub atmosphere with modern day style. The TAB Bar has full bar service and is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a flutter of races. Downstairs, experience The Snug; the perfect place to lose a few hours with a cold drink and a hearty meal or enjoy all the big games on our massive TV screens.
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New South Wales / sydney
P.J.O’Brien’s, Sydney 57 King Street, Sydney www.pjobriens.com.au
Contact
Fergal McCauley
Phone
02 9290 1811
sydney@pjobriens.com.au
Opening Hours
Seven days a week until late
Food
Seven days for lunch and dinner / Special roast lunches on Sunday
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
Central Coast GAA Club
Entertainment
Traditional Sunday Sessions, 6pm – 9pm with Live Irish Music / Setanta Sports, Fox Sports and ESPN on the big screen
Right in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, PJ’s has a bar stool ready for you. Enjoy the authentic surroundings, relaxed atmosphere and soak up the craic around you. Banter with Fergal and he’ll have you believe you’re in Ireland! Get in Saturday nights for Irish night with all the old favourite songs getting you all nostalgic. On Sundays, rip into a Recovery Roast along with the Hair of the Dog – the sure cure for the weekend’s hangover. Traditional Sunday Sessions, 7pm – 10pm with Live Irish Music featuring Kelly’s Heroes, Jigs & Reels, Ballads and Sing-a-longs.
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New South Wales / sydney
Scruffy Murphys Hotel 43 - 49 Goulburn Street, Sydney www.scruffymurphys.com.au
Contact
Nathan Howley
Phone
02 9211 2002
info@scruffymurphys.com.au
Opening Hours
24 Hour licence
Food
Bar Food / Lunch / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships Cormac McAnallen’s GAC / Sydney St Patrick’s Day Parade / NSW Gaelic Football and Hurling Association Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions / Karaoke / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
Time and time again, Scruffy Murphy’s has been recognised as Sydney’s premier entertainment venue and a second home to the Irish contingent here in Australia. Come on down for a cheap feed, or watch your favourite team on the big screens. Either way, you’ll be experiencing first-hand the best in Irish hospitality for which we have become renowned. Three floors – Bistro, Sports Bar, Night Club, Live Music.
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New South Wales / The Rocks
Mercantile Hotel 25 George St, The Rocks www.mercantilehotel.com.au
Contact
Terry and Yvonne Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill / Paul Flynn
Phone
02 9247 3570
merc@tpg.com.au
Opening Hours
Closing time midnight or earlier
Food
Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Jameson
Sponsorships
Irish Welfare Bureau, Sydney Irish Radio Station as well as various Irish sporting groups and organisations with gift vouchers and donations
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
The Mercantile, the longest-running and most famous Irish pub in Australia, situated in the heart of the historical Rocks, is renowned for its great restaurant, Irish chefs, friendly staff, Irish bands and plenty of Irish cheer. The Merc has become known as Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top live Irish music venue, playing host to many of Irelands best-known musicians. Accommodation with reasonable tariffs available.
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QUEENSLAND / Brisbane
Irish Murphy’s CNR George and Elizabeth Streets, Brisbane www.irishmurphys.com.au
Contact
Chris McDonald
Phone
07 3221 4377
brisbane@irishmurphys.com.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
John Mitchels Gaelic Football Club
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions
Irish Murphy’s is a landmark pub in the heart of Brisbane. Decked out in authentic Irish style, the relaxed atmosphere is perfect for a casual drink, bite to eat or late night party. Boasting one of the best drinking balconies in Brisbane, the pub is open everyday from 10am, has a great $15 food menu, free live entertainment everyday, and a massive Craic’n Cider Sunday session with full Irish menu.
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QUEENSLAND / Brisbane
The Irish Club 175 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane www.queenslandirish.com
Contact
Morgan Price
Phone
07 3221 5699
reception@queenslandirish.com
Opening Hours
Closing time midnight or earlier
Food
A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
Tara Singers / Celtic Connection Choir / QIA Irish Dancers / QIA Pipe Band
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions / Karaoke
The Irish Club - original and authentic, is the residence to the Queensland Irish Association. A home away from home with friendly Irish staff â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you are guaranteed to find a good chat and a great pint of Guinness. Memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s club prices and Happy Hour give you more bang for your buck, while our authentic Sports Bar shows multiple sporting events. Bunratty Bistro serves delicious daily specials from $10. The Irish Club: Good Food, Grand Times, Great Value.
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QUEENSLAND / Cairns
P.J. O’Brien’s, Cairns 87 Lake Street, Cairns www.pjobriens.com.au
Contact
John Friel
Phone
07 4031 5333
cairns@pjobriens.com.au
Opening Hours
Seven days a week until late
Food
Lunch and dinner, seven days
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Entertainment
Pole Idol competitions on Tuesday nights / ‘Thank Guinness It’s Friday’ 5 – 7pm every Friday / Live bands on weekends / Fox and Setanta Sports on the big screen / Pool tables
Come in for dinner and stay for the craic with locals and travellers alike that visit PJ.O’Brien’s to experience the unique atmosphere. Tuesdays we have Pole Idol, pole-dancing competitions. Wednesday and Saturdays see our Coyote Ugly Dancers and win great prizes giving it a go yourself.
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QUEENSLAND / Calypso Bay
Harrigan’s Drift Inn 1 Harrigan’s lane, Calypso Bay Marina, Jacobs Well www.harrigansdriftinn.com.au
Contact
Gerry Murphy
Phone
07 5546 1997
info@harrigans.com.au
Opening Hours
Closing time midnight or earlier
Food
A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
We have supported many Irish causes through such associations as the Irish Australian Fund and Irish Australian Support Association of Queensland
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions
Harrigan’s Drift Inn in Calypso Bay captures that traditional pub atmosphere with genuine friendly service and hearty meals for the whole family. Open seven days for lunch and for dinner. Come and join us once and you will return for many more visits. With pristine panoramic water and garden views, detailed Irish interior its a little bit of Irish charm by the bay for the whole family to enjoy.
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Queensland / Port Douglas
Paddy’s Irish Pub 8 Macrossan St, Port Douglas www.paddysirishpub.com.au
Contact
Daniel Gray
Phone
07 4099 5997
hello@paddysirishpub.com.au
Opening Hours
11am till late / Kitchen 11.30am
Food
Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
The Crocs, local AFL team
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / FoxSports
Welcome to Paddy’s Irish Pub, located on busy Macrossan Street, Port Douglas in beautiful Far North Queensland. Open for lunch, dinner or just drinks, come down and enjoy our warm hospitality and a pint of the best tasting Guinness in FNQ! Join us for our local nights and entertainment to truly experience the great atmosphere of Port Douglas. Open every day – 11am till late / Kitchen 11.30am.
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South Australia / Adelaide
P.J.O’Brien’s 14 East Terrace, ADELAIDE www.pjobriens.com.au
Contact
Bernie Dunne
Phone
08 8232 5111
adelaide@pjobriens.com.au
Opening Hours
Seven days a week until late
Food
Lunch and dinner seven days
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Entertainment
Tuesday is Davey T’s Music Trivia / Wednesday is $12 Parmys / Thursday is Party Night / Thank Guinness it’s Friday drink specials / Live party bands Friday and Saturday Nights and Balcony Beats upstairs Saturdays with DJ / Big Screen and Plasmas to watch sports / Pool tables
Enjoy a night out at PJ O’Brien’s, Adelaide, with something for everyone from live sport on the screens to live party bands. Thursday is Party Night which goes off, Saturday nights join them for Balcony Beats Upstairs with DJ pumping out the party tracks. No cover charge on any night. Quality pub meals everyday, open for lunch and dinner with awesome Chicken Parmy special on Wednesdays. Function spaces available for parties, birthdays and more, the balcony overlooking the park is a lovely space for an event.
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Victoria / Brunswick
Bridie O’Reilly’s Brunswick 29 Sydney Road, Brunswick www.bridieoreillys.com.au
Contact
Adam Alway
Phone
03 9387 2600
adamalway@bigpond.com
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
Irish Rose Pageant contestants
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions / Karaoke / FoxSports / Pay Per View – UFC and Boxing
Bridie’s is a cosy pub during the week serving hearty Irish food and drinks that turns into a bustling nightspot with fantastic live entertainment from Friday till Sunday. There’s never a dull moment at Bridies with events such as trivia, karaoke or jazz sessions along with great food and drink specials happening every day of the week. Bridie’s is a mecca for sports fans with all major events shown live on the big screen including Pay Per View specials UFC and Boxing.
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Victoria / Flemington
The Quiet Man Irish Pub Racecourse Road, Flemington www.thequietman.com.au
Contact
Bryan O Donoghue
Phone
03 9376 6232
office@thequietman.com.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Padraig Pearses GAA team, Irish Australian Welfare Bureau, Rose of Tralee
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions
The Quiet Man is in Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup. Renowned for its Irish hospitality and commitment to Irish traditions. The restaurant is the nucleus of the venue and you can be guaranteed excellent value for your money. The menu choice is quality and quantity focused. Live music from Thursday to Sunday. The venue offers an environment conducive to all age groups. Winner of many hospitality industry awards. Only fifteen minutes on 57 trams from the City.
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Victoria / Melbourne
The Celtic Club 316-320 Queen Street, Melbourne www.celticclub.com.au
Contact
La Tache Hussey
Phone
03 9670 6472
info@celticclub.com.au
Opening Hours
24 Hour licence
Food Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Wolfetones GAA
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / Setanta / FoxSports
Located in central Melbourne, The Celtic Club is Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first Irish Club and has been providing a warm welcome since 1887. We offer restaurant and function facilities seven days a week and live bands play here regularly. We have four big screens where we show major sporting events live, including All Ireland Football and Hurling Championships, Six Nations, soccer matches and much more...
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Victoria / Melbourne
The Irish Times Pub 427 Little Collins Street
www.theirishtimespub.com.au
Contact Derek Mulvihill Phone
03 9642 1699
derekmulvihill1@hotmail.com
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions/ FoxSports
The Irish Times pub was opened in 1998. Designed by a Dublin couple based on their favourite pubs in Ireland, the Irish Times has become an iconic pub in Melbourne. The pub is a magnet for overseas and interstate tourists. With Lion Nathan investing in a new state-of-the-art beer system and the draw from the keg to the pint now only two pints, we are being told everyday that we serve the best Guinness in Australia. We also now have Magners Irish Cider on tap.
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Victoria / Melbourne
P.J.O’Brien’s & Side Bar, Southbank Ground Floor, Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct, Southbank, MELBOURNE
Contact
Adam Eddington
Phone
03 9686 5011
melbourne@pjobriens.com.au
Opening Hours
Seven days a week until late
Food
Lunch & Dinner is available everyday in the Main and Side Bar / Private Function area available & Oyster Bar in Side Bar
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
St Kevin’s GAA Club
Entertainment
Live Music seven nights / No cover charge / Setanta Sports and Fox on the big screen and plasmas
www.pjobriens.com.au
Discover the Craic at PJ O’Brien’s Irish Pub! Enjoy the fun, friendly service, live entertainment and laid back atmosphere. Try the tasty traditional dishes washed down with the best tasting pint of Guinness in Australia. Over 50 local and international beers on offer in both bars, quality wines and top shelf spirits, live music every night from Irish soloists to live party bands to get the crowd kicking any time of the week.
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Victoria / South Yarra
BRIDIE O’REILLYS 462 Chapel Street, South Yarra www.bridieoreillys.com.au
Contact
Stuart Reid
Phone
03 9827 7788
stuyarra@bigpond.net.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, 2am or later
Food
A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Sponsorships
Garryowen GAA Club
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
Bridie O’Reillys is the friendliest Irish pub in Melbourne – great staff, excellent service, helpful, experienced managers, quality live music five nights a week including our famous Irish session on Sunday afternoon followed by the Piano man at 8pm. Premium sports viewing venue with seven big screens inside and outside showing all major sporting events including Six Nations, GAA etc. Top notch menu, meal deals and specials changing constantly, without question the number one beer garden in Melbourne for a bit of people-watching.
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Victoria / Tullamarine
P.J.O’Brien’s, Melbourne Airport Level 1, Terminal 3 Melbourne Airport www.pjobriens.com.au
Contact
Ange Tsakalis
Phone
03 9330 0946
airport@pjobriens.com.au
Opening Hours
8am until late everyday
Food
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner everyday
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson
Entertainment
The passing crowd...
When you touch down at Melbourne Airport make sure you clock up a couple of Frequent Flyer Pints. Leave enough time to tuck into a delicious Irish Stew washed down with the best beer at Melbourne Airport. It’s a great meeting place when picking up or saying goodbye to friends or relatives. Visit P.J. O’Brien’s at Melbourne Airport next time you’re there!
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Victoria / Windsor
Pint on Punt 42 Punt Road, Windsor (ST Kilda JuncTIon) www.pintonpunt.com.au
Contact
Joe Donnelly
Phone
03 9510 3310
admin@pintonpunt.com.au
Opening Hours
Late opener at weekends, open till 1am
Food
Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes
Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Sinn Féin GAC
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / Karaoke / Setanta Sports / FoxSports
The Pint on Punt is a traditional Irish bar loved by locals and travellers alike located at St Kilda Junction. Known as ‘the local away from your local’ you’ll feel at home amongst the classic timber work and warm atmosphere. With exceptional counter meals at affordable prices and different entertainment on each evening, don’t be surprised if you find yourself staying a little longer than planned. Get the gang together today, join in on the banter with our friendly staff and enjoy the quality service.
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA / Northbridge
The Cure Tavern 73 Francis St, Northbridge www.thecuretavern.com.au
Contact
Marguerite O’Dwyer
Phone
08 9227 9055
marguerite@thecuretavern.com.au
Opening Hours Sun–Thurs: midnight; Friday–Saturday: 1am Food Bar food, A La Carte Restaurant, Lunch, Dinner, Irish-inspired dishes Irish Products
Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto crisps / Club Orange / Jameson
Sponsorships
Morley Gaels / Morley Camogie team / Morley Football team / Perth Shamrocks Golf Classic / Claddagh Association / WA State Games
Entertainment
Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions / Setanta Sports / Fox Sports
Newly refurbished Irish Bar, Restaurant and Café situated in the bustling suburb of Northbridge, Perth. Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Live entertainment and live sports coverage shown on our big screens. Delicious, hearty, ‘moreish’ cuisine bursting with home-style fare cooked with modern flair, served with a friendly smile. Dishes include our famous Beef and Guinness Pie, Bacon and Cabbage and Chicken Curry. The next time you’re in the mood for a craic-ing good time, The Cure Tavern is the place to go!!!
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Australian capital territory / Canberra
Australian capital territory / Weston
King O’Malley’s
Canberra Irish Club
131 City Walk, Canberra
6 Parkinson St, Weston
www.kingomalleys.com.au
www.irishclub.com.au
Contact
Peter Barclay
Contact
Marek Bilski
Phone
02 6257 0111
Phone
02 6288 5088
info@kingomalleys.com.au
marek.bilski@irishclub.com.au
A must visit on your next trip to Canberra. Great Beer Garden and always something happening. Voted Canberra’s Best Local Pub and the winner of the Australian Hotel’s Association’s Best Live Entertainment Venue 2010. Home of Canberra’s best Guinness!
Céad Mile Fáilte - A Hundred Thousand Welcomes! .... a little bit of Ireland in the National Capital. The Irish Club is one of the friendliest places in Canberra to relax with friends and family. We support many local sporting, social and community groups. Facilities include bars, bistro (including Irish meals), gaming facilities and function areas. Great indoor and outdoor areas.
New South Wales / Enfield
New South Wales / Leichhardt
P.J. Gallagher’s Irish Pub Enfield
P.J. Gallagher’s Irish Pub Leichhardt
14 Coronation Parade, Enfield
1 Norton St, Leichhardt
www.pjsenfield.com.au
www.pjsleichhardt.com.au
Phone
02 9747 8196
Phone
02 9560 3322
esta@mmd.com.au
esta@mmd.com.au
With a focus on quality food and outstanding customer service, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub Enfield oozes warmth and charm. One of the most recent pubs in the Gallagher Hotel’s group to be renovated, PJ Enfield’s authentic Irish fit-out, award-winning pub food and genuine hospitality makes it an absolute must-experience.
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Situated in the bustling hub of Norton Street, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub, Leichhardt has recently undergone a stunning renovation to fuse elements of a traditional Irish Pub with modern day elements. Renowned for their authentic Irish fitouts, award winning pub food and genuine hospitality, PJ Gallagher’s Irish pubs are proud to welcome the newest member to the Irish fold.
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New South Wales / Rozelle
New South Wales / Sydney
The Welcome Hotel
The Gaelic Club
Evans St, Rozelle
64 Devonshire St, Sydney
Contact Kieren Doyle
Contact Aisling Scully
www.thewelcomehotel.com
www.gaelicclub.com.au
Phone
02 9810 1323
Phone
02 9212 1587
manager@thewelcomehotel.com
info@gaelicclub.com.au
Come to The Welcome where it’s St Patrick’s Day every day of the year.
The Gaelic Club, Sydney, is a culture and entertainment club for the Irish and those of Irish heritage and their friends. The club is a unique space next to Central Station, so it’s easy to get to and easy to get home from. Our guests tell us walking through the doors feels like home. With the shortest keg lines in Sydney, the Club is also renowned for the best pint of Guinness in town!
Queensland / Brisbane
Queensland / Proserpine
Mick O’Malley’s Irish Pub
O DUINNS IRISH PUB
Wintergarden Queen St Mall
31 Main St, Prosperpine
Contact Bruce O’Neil
www.mickomalleys.com.au
www.oduinnsirishpub.com.au Contact
Thomas Dunne
Phone
07 3211 9881
Phone
07 4945 1026
functions@mickomalleys.com.au
oduinnsirishpub@bigpond.com
Our great location in the heart of the city lets every day Australians experience the Irish Charm. Coming to O’Malley’s is like stepping into a true Irish Pub, filled with the smells of our Guinness and delicious food ready to warm you up.
A home from home Irish owned and operated since 2006, large bar, 100 seat restaurant, TAB, poker machines and 50 backpacker beds.
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Queensland / Townsville
Queensland / Townsville
Flynn’s Irish Bar
Molly Malones
101 Flinders Street EAst, Townsville
87-95 Flinders Street, Townsville
Contact Steve Flynn
Contact
John Kehoe
www.flynnsirishbar.com
www.mollymalonesirishpub.com.au
Phone
07 4721 1655
Phone
07 4771 3428
steve@flynnsirishbar.com
mollymalones@bigpond.com
Originally built as the Bank of NSW in 1886, this heritagelisted building is now the home of Flynn’s Irish Bar. Situated right in the heart of Townsville’s entertainment strip, Flynn’s has become a popular meeting place for locals, students and backpackers alike. Whether you’re enjoying the best of live entertainment, Flinders St East’s only beer garden, or trying your luck on the round pool table, you’re guaranteed the best craic this side of Dublin. Flynn’s Irish Bar – ’We’re open till we close’.
Molly Malones situated in the heart of Townsville’s night life district is a little piece of Ireland. Join us in some Craic with seven different beers on tap, Happy Hour every night 9pm-10pm, four different bars, gaming lounge and a new dinning menu which includes Irish favourites.
SOUTH AUSTRALIA / Adelaide
Victoria / Brunswick
Irish Club
The Snug Public House
13-15 Carrington Street, Adelaide
68 Sydney Rd, Brunswick
Contact Kathleen Somerville
www.irishclub.org.au
www.thesnug.com.au Contact
Micheal & Kim Lynch
Phone
04 0005 5188
Phone
03 9388 8756
irishclubsa@bigpond.com
thesnugpublichouse@hotmail.com
The Irish Club is a meeting place for Irish people, their friends and visitors from Ireland - everyone is welcome! The hall is open each Friday night with live traditional music. Events throughout the year include dinners, quizzes, band nights, bush dances, céilís and social evenings. The Irish Club also hosts a Gaelic language classes and an Irish library.
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At The Snug Public House, the drink, the food, the owners, the staff and the entertainment all have one thing in common – they’re IRISH. The Snug Public House is owned and operated by Irish husband and wife team, Micheal (Limerick) and Kim Lynch (Dublin), serving Good Pints, Good Food and Good Company in the heart of Brunswick, Melbourne.
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Victoria / Koroit
Victoria / Melbourne
Mickey Bourkes Koroit Hotel
The Last Jar 616 Elizabeth St, Melbourne www.thelastjar.com.au
101 Commercial Road, Koroit www.mickeybourkes.com.au
Contact Siobhan Dooley
Contact Bruce and Wendy Murley
Phone
03 9348 2957
thelastjar@bigpond.com
Phone
03 5565 8201
pub@mickeybourkes.com.au
Step back in time and visit this historic Irish hotel, nestled in the Irish village of Koroit. Have a yarn with a local over a smooth Guinness from the tap and enjoy live music on Friday nights. Customers are greeted by welcoming open fires in winter and delicious meals and friendly staff all year round.
‘Like eating at your Granny’s,except there are beers on tap.” Traditional dishes include crubeens, brawn, Irish Stew, Dublin Coddle and a Full Irish breakfast. Everything is made in-house including the breads, butter, sausages and bacon. Eat in the farmhouse kitchen style dining room, at the bar or in the cool, hidden beer garden!
Victoria / WEST Melbourne
Western Australia / Mandurah
The Drunken Poet
Murphy’s Irish Pub
65 Peel St, West Melbourne
43 Mandurah Tce, Mandurah
Contact Siobhan Dooley
Phone
08 9535 2666
info@murphysirishpub.com.au
www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au
Phone
03 9348 9797
thelastjar@bigpond.com
www.murphysirishpub.com.au
The Drunken Poet - a pub like you’d find in Ireland, rather than an ‘Irish pub’. This little, cozy pub is always packed with regulars, from all walks of life. The focus is on live original music (although the jukebox is kick-ass!) and the artistic atmosphere is enhanced by the walls which are adorned with the many famous faces of Poets. As ‘The Poet’ slogan says “No TVs, No Shamrocks, No Bull”!
Murphy’s Irish Pub is situated along Mandurah’s Eastern Foreshore. It is open from 11am till late everyday and offers a delicious selection of food and beverages. Towards the evening you can expect a large variety of entertainment from live bands to trivia nights and karaoke competitions. Plus, a free bus from the train station drops you right at the front door!
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Western Australia / Northbridge
Western Australia / Perth
Rosie O’Gradys
Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub
Corner James & Milligan Streets Northbridge
397 Murray St, Perth
www.northbridge.rosieogradys.com.au
www.durtynellys.com.au
Contact Danny Kapinkoff
Phone
08 9328 1488
Phone
08 9226 0233
rosiesnb@iinet.net.au
sales@durtynellys.com.au
Rosie’s has been home from home to many thousands of backpackers over the past 17 years, so during your visit drop in for a few pints and enjoy the craic. Sunday and Tuesday night’s are BACKPACKER nights with backpacker prices and $7 meal specials. Rosie’s is home to the Perth Celtic Supporters club, we show all the GAA live through Setanta Sports. Premier league action every weekend, Republic of Ireland soccer internationals live and all the rugby tests. So if its Irish sport you want to see Rosie’s is the place to be in Perth.
Durty Nelly’s is a traditional Irish pub in the heart of the Perth CBD. All existing and current furnishings were imported from Ireland including the pub itself. The decor is warm and welcoming, often evoking nostalgia always promising enjoyment. The two signs above the entrance read “Bia Agus Ól” and “Ceól Agus Craic” the Gaelic terms for “beer and food and “music and fun”.
Western Australia / Perth
Western Australia / Subiaco
Fenians Irish Pub
Irish Club of WA
221 Adelaide Terrace, Perth
61 Townshend Road, Subiaco
www.fenianspub.com.au
www.irishclubofwa.com.au
Contact
Jim Wincomb
Contact Gary Fitzgibbon
Phone
08 9425 1634
Phone
08 9381 5213
h1764-fb2@accor.com
irish1@irishclubofwa.com.au
Fenians is Perth’s original authentic Irish pub. Opened in 1987, it has developed a range of great ales, lagers, ciders and stouts on tap to offer something for everyone. With the outdoor terrace area, two big screens and live entertainment five nights a week, Fenians is the perfect place in the city for corporate sundowners, to meet friends, or just unwind after work. The extensive bar menu is available throughout the day and staff from around the globe will ensure a great time is had by all.
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Everyone is welcome at the Irish Club. It is a home away from home for many people. Our welcoming staff will make you feel right at home and with our extensive range of beers and our brand new food menu, we guarantee you will enjoy yourself! We are located in Subiaco, just ten minutes from Perth CBD so if you’re in Perth, make sure to pop in and check the Irish Club out!
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Western Australia / Subiaco
Western Australia / West Leederville
PADDY MAGUIRES
JB O’Reillys
328 Barker Road, Subiaco
99 Cambridge St, West Leederville
Contact Duncan Rankin
Contact
Paul North
website
www.jboreillys.com.au
Phone
08 9381 8400
Phone
08 9382 4555
drankin@paddymaguires.com
oreillys@iinet.net.au
Nestled in the heart of Subiaco, Paddy Maguires is renowned for its good food and hospitality, with live music at weekends, pool and darts plus four screens to watch sport. Paddy’s in Subiaco is your one-stop destination to relax or catch up with friends. With over 26 different tap beers you wont be stuck for choice.
J.B. O’Reilly’s has been successfully trading in the West Leederville area since 1993. We made a committed decision not to expand into other venues so as to concentrate on the quality of this establishment. We are a family-run business with a regular and friendly local clientele. J.B’s is unique in this respect in the Perth pub scene – a sure sign of a real local.
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