What to do and see in Kinsale, Province of Munster: The Best Bars & Clubs

October 27, 2021 Viva Honore

Kinsale (/kɪnˈseɪl/; Irish: Cionn tSáile, meaning "Tide Head") is a historic port and fishing town in County Cork, Ireland, which also has significant military history. Located approximately 25 km south of Cork City on the coast near the Old Head of Kinsale, it sits at the mouth of the River Bandon and had a population of 5,281 at the 2016 census. Its population increases during the summer months when the tourist season is at its peak and when the boating fraternity and other tourist visitors arrive in numbers. Kinsale is in the Cork South–West (Dáil Éireann) constituency, which has three seats.
Restaurants in Kinsale

1. The White House Pub

The White House Pearse Street, Kinsale P17 Y504 Ireland +353 21 477 2125 [email protected] http://www.whitehouse-kinsale.ie/
Excellent
60%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 53 reviews

The White House Pub

2. The Greyhound

Market Square, Kinsale Ireland +353 21 477 2889
Excellent
69%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 65 reviews

The Greyhound

Reviewed By AnneCoyne123

On holidays from Mayo and thoroughly enjoying our stay in Kinsale. I left my cranky husband and hungry kids in the Greyhound while having a "quick" look in the shops. My husband had a great pint and pizza and staff were excellent with the kids. This bar has perfect outdoor eating facilities considering the current limitations. I would like to thank the staff for their kindness and the friendly banter. Will be back again!!!

3. The Tap Tavern

Kinsale Ireland http://www.taptavern.com/
Excellent
76%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

The Tap Tavern

Reviewed By briantE3301AN

Mary! Nobody quite like her! During my time as Regional Sales Manager for Beamish and Crawford in the mainland and based in Newcastle Upon Tyne I had the privilege of many visits to Cork and these visits consisted of not only a tour of the brewery but a visit to beautiful Kinsale and a quick visit to The Tap Tavern and the wonderful Mary. It really was a step back in time with her push button A telephone box and a tour of Tim's forge to the rear. Kinsale is truly a wonderful town and full of so much rich Irish heritage. I do miss it so! Love to everyone there and apologies for not mentioning all of my wonderful friends there. Oh to visit again. Brian Thompson 434 Grace St Newcastle NE62RQ

4. Dalton's Bar

3 Market Street, Kinsale P17 E068 Ireland +353 21 477 7957
Excellent
78%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 109 reviews

Dalton's Bar

Daltons Bar is a friendly local establishtment that welcomes all visitors from close and afar. We offer authentic Irish Trad Music during summer week nights and encourage all who are are brave enough to sing along, to do so. Daltons offers a large independant apartment which sleeps four people.This is two floors over the bar and features a king bed on the top floor with extra sleeping space on the first floor. There is a kitchen/dining with seperate sittingroom to relax in. The shower w/c is on the first floor. We are centraly located so shops and restaurants are all close by. bike rentals and walking trails abound.

Reviewed By chiaralanfiuti - Terni, Italy

Simply the pub I loved the most in two months of wandering around Ireland. Little and sober place, it doesn't attract too many tourists or young people, which is just extra points to me. The pub regularly hosts Irish trad sessions, again the best I've been to together with the ones in Doolin. There's a bunch of local guys in their 20s who literally rock. I would go back there even just to hear them playing again! The owners are very friendly and have a good selection of whiskey - go for the RedBreast, they keep it on the high shelf! ;)

5. The Bulman Kinsale

Summercove, Kinsale Cork Ireland +353 21 477 2131 http://www.thebulman.ie
Excellent
70%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 105 reviews

The Bulman Kinsale

Reviewed By cpmk08 - Cork, Ireland

We ate here recently as a couple. I couldn't fault the food. We had tuna, monkfish and a lemon tart for desert. All delicious. The staff were helpful and friendly. Was unable to leave a gratuity when paying by card which I found strange but full marks otherwise

6. The Folk House

Guard Well, Kinsale Ireland +353 21 477 2382 [email protected] http://www.folkhousevenue.com
Excellent
72%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 61 reviews

The Folk House

Reviewed By 157carolineb - Sinsheim, Germany

This is one of the best pubs in Cork for sure. Legendary atmosphere and live music. Well worth a visit.

7. The Lord Kingsale

Kinsale Co. Cork Ireland 4 Main Street, Kinsale Ireland +353 21 477 2371 [email protected] http://www.lordkingsale.com/
Excellent
50%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
15%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 46 reviews

The Lord Kingsale

8. The Dock Bar

Castlepark Marina, Kinsale Ireland
Excellent
45%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
15%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 20 reviews

The Dock Bar

Reviewed By 256margiem - Kinsale, Ireland

After a hike up to James Fort, a cuppa or a pint of ale or cider is a refreshing way to end the adventure at The Dock. A country pub with no fuss, just go get your drinks, sit, chat and enjoy and probably get into some great conversations with others on the patio. For the really energetic walker, The Dock/James Fort and the local beach are an easy walk on the footpath and across the bridge from the town of Kinsale, even in the evenings when the road lamps light your walk home.

9. Oscar Madison's

Main Street Ballinacubby, Kinsale Ireland
Excellent
32%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
4%
Terrible
12%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 25 reviews

Oscar Madison's

10. The Shanakee

6 Market Street, Kinsale Ireland +353 21 477 7077

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