Top Things to do in Ballina
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Things to do in Ballina, Western Ireland: The Best Bars & Clubs
Discover the best top things to do in Ballina, Ireland including Breathnachs Bar, Cawleys of Rakestreet, Rouse's Bar, Hogan's Bar Ballina, PJ Duffy Inn, The Loft Bar and B&B, Moclairs Pub, Emmett's Treffpunkt.
Restaurants in Ballina
1. Breathnachs Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By I6917SAdamienc
My wife and I recently visited Ballina as part of the other voices music festival. Despite the threat of Storm Jorge in the background we had a magical weekend. Luckily we managed to get tickets for the Friday night concert in St. Michaels who were playing host to Elbow and a great new band on the scene call the Howl and the Hum. We stopped off in T. Breathnach (located on Abbey St) prior to the gig as its located close to the venue. The atmosphere in the bar was electric and certainly had great Guinness. The friendly staff were even able to cater for Naoimhs taste for prosecco. Not only that but the owner Tom included freshly cut strawberries into the glass. WOW!!! What service. After the gig we decided to return to T. Breathnach bar again as they were hosting Murli. Once again the bar was electric and full yet there was no problem getting the orders in from excellent staff. So impressed was I in T. Breathnach I decided to return on the Saturday afternoon to watch the Liverpool match while my wife was shopping. Had a great chat with the owner Tom. As the afternoon wore on we were visited by The Marywallopers who were scheduled to play in T. Breathnach later in the evening. How lucky was I when they started a set. Amazing. In a nice warm bar, with great pints, friendly staff and great music. Bliss!!!!! Breathnachs is a hidden treasure in Ballina. I am scheduled to visit Ballina again in the summer and I will definitely be stopping for more pints there. The only downfall was Liveropool lost the match. Cant have everything Damien
2. Cawleys of Rakestreet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
We are a traditional country pub in a beautiful area of north mayo , Perfect as a start for both long and short country walks .We have numerous quiet country roads that are quiet and safe for walking and cycling on for adults and children . We are at the foot of nephin mountain and a short drive to the nephin beg wilderness area. The bar and shop have been in existence here for 200 years .
3. Rouse's Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
53 Pearse St. home to a Ballina Institution, Rouse's Bar since 1946. The premises itself has been a pub since 1865, making it one of the town's oldest bars. It is a family run traditional Irish bar, with an outdoor smoking yard, off-licence & a separate lounge, which can be booked free of charge for private parties. We also have a weekly Traditional Irish Music Session every Saturday from 10pm.
Reviewed By RyanTMayo - Western Ireland, Ireland
Beautiful, old school pub with regular trad sessions and a mix of regulars and visitors. Lovely atmosphere and traditional settings. Good selection of Irish whiskeys including a few local brands. Sad to see its doors shut due to covid but better times will come - and hopefully soon.
4. Hogan's Bar Ballina
5. PJ Duffy Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
6. The Loft Bar and B&B
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
