Mickey Martins
Mickey Martins
4.5
12:30 - 23:30
Monday
12:30 - 23:30
Tuesday
12:30 - 23:30
Wednesday
12:30 - 23:30
Thursday
12:30 - 23:30
Friday
12:30 - 00:30
Saturday
13:00 - 00:30
Sunday
14:00 - 23:00
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Ian McNamara
Limerick, Ireland2 contributions
Jun 2022
A once great pub that I will never go to again. I'm just going to copy here what I've written about my experience on Facebook
" Something happened on the night The National played in Limerick (5th of June 2022) that I've been in two minds to share. It's often said that if you've got something on your mind, take a pause before taking action. So I have, and I still feel that I want to share this.
So, my wife and I got out for a few drinks and a gig in Limerick for the first time in forever. We started out in The Commercial Bar for a couple of drinks before heading to the Dock Road for The National. We had a ball it must be said, so we decided to stay out a while. We headed to Dolans and had a quick drink before it got crazy busy and started heading towards town for one last drink before heading home.
We kept walking while we were deciding on where to go and found ourselves outside Mickey Martins.
Mary and I have fond memories of Mickeys, and it is in fact the place where I plucked up the courage to ask Mary out on a date. That was in 1999. We had many a good night in there, and on a couple of occasions before I met my lovely wife, I even crashed upstairs after a long night of it, when Mickey Martin Jr. ran the gaff. Great days indeed.
Now I know that pubs change, where the older punters stop coming because of life changes, mortgages, parenthood, and even just age and the associated apathy that comes with it. And we weren't thinking it would be the same at all. The decor maybe, but the punters definitely not. And I was right, and that's perfectly fine.
Now what I did expect to be the same was the manners of the staff, or one individual in particular. I don't know his name, but to describe him, he had a mop of dark red hair, a beard to match and a drop earring, dangling from his left ear. From here on I shall refer to him as Earring.
So we went in to the bar, and I went to order a couple of sherbets while Mary used the facilities. I went to the bar counter which wasn't busy at all. There were maybe 6 people at the bar but none of them were looking for drinks. I know this because Earring pointed at each individual along the bar, by ways of asking each of them were they okay. He stopped just before me and turned on his heels to go back to his colleagues to do some more wall leaning and guffawing, but I just managed to catch his attention with my raised hand before he made a complete turn.
Earring: "Relax kid". He goes on his way, but not before I half muttered "Relax?" in response.
Earring heard, and turned around again. "Oh-ho! Now you're going to be waiting longer!" and laughed. What a great young fella.
People that know me are going to be astonished at this, but I kept my cool. We left quietly.
I can't understand this rudeness in anyway. I really can't. It could have really ruined what was a great night out with my wife, and god knows we needed it, my wife especially.
I've worked in customer service for many years, and in a sense I still do, as the co-owner of a hair salon where I pride myself on the customer service I give to our lovely clients. I couldn't imagine any scenario where I would speak to a customer in this fashion, or allow anyone working for us to behave this way.
Astonishing.... I'll leave it here.
" Something happened on the night The National played in Limerick (5th of June 2022) that I've been in two minds to share. It's often said that if you've got something on your mind, take a pause before taking action. So I have, and I still feel that I want to share this.
So, my wife and I got out for a few drinks and a gig in Limerick for the first time in forever. We started out in The Commercial Bar for a couple of drinks before heading to the Dock Road for The National. We had a ball it must be said, so we decided to stay out a while. We headed to Dolans and had a quick drink before it got crazy busy and started heading towards town for one last drink before heading home.
We kept walking while we were deciding on where to go and found ourselves outside Mickey Martins.
Mary and I have fond memories of Mickeys, and it is in fact the place where I plucked up the courage to ask Mary out on a date. That was in 1999. We had many a good night in there, and on a couple of occasions before I met my lovely wife, I even crashed upstairs after a long night of it, when Mickey Martin Jr. ran the gaff. Great days indeed.
Now I know that pubs change, where the older punters stop coming because of life changes, mortgages, parenthood, and even just age and the associated apathy that comes with it. And we weren't thinking it would be the same at all. The decor maybe, but the punters definitely not. And I was right, and that's perfectly fine.
Now what I did expect to be the same was the manners of the staff, or one individual in particular. I don't know his name, but to describe him, he had a mop of dark red hair, a beard to match and a drop earring, dangling from his left ear. From here on I shall refer to him as Earring.
So we went in to the bar, and I went to order a couple of sherbets while Mary used the facilities. I went to the bar counter which wasn't busy at all. There were maybe 6 people at the bar but none of them were looking for drinks. I know this because Earring pointed at each individual along the bar, by ways of asking each of them were they okay. He stopped just before me and turned on his heels to go back to his colleagues to do some more wall leaning and guffawing, but I just managed to catch his attention with my raised hand before he made a complete turn.
Earring: "Relax kid". He goes on his way, but not before I half muttered "Relax?" in response.
Earring heard, and turned around again. "Oh-ho! Now you're going to be waiting longer!" and laughed. What a great young fella.
People that know me are going to be astonished at this, but I kept my cool. We left quietly.
I can't understand this rudeness in anyway. I really can't. It could have really ruined what was a great night out with my wife, and god knows we needed it, my wife especially.
I've worked in customer service for many years, and in a sense I still do, as the co-owner of a hair salon where I pride myself on the customer service I give to our lovely clients. I couldn't imagine any scenario where I would speak to a customer in this fashion, or allow anyone working for us to behave this way.
Astonishing.... I'll leave it here.
Written 15 June 2022
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Linda G
Johnstown, Ireland73 contributions
Mar 2022
Mickey Martins is a lively, friendly pub. Real log fire, wooden furniture, cosy nooks and crannys. This was my first visit, though I had heard about it before. I will definitely go back anytime I'm in Limerick. Lovely feel to the atmosphere.
Written 13 March 2022
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Ciara M
1 contribution
Feb 2022 • Friends
Will is the best bouncer i have ever come across. Attentive and reassuring. Best craic ever. Love you will <3 Amaxing time
Written 19 February 2022
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Blaithin O
1 contribution
Feb 2022 • Friends
Such a lovely spot, Will was a lovely help as we are new to limerick and he gave us plenty of recommendations best bouncer I’ve ever encountered! Great experience
Written 19 February 2022
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alocindownes
Lahinch, Ireland30 contributions
Nov 2021 • Friends
Absolutely awful experience. Was recommended this place by the staff at the strand Hotel where we were staying.
We walked in of a very quiet night (Thursday 25th) and as there was no member of staff to meet us at the door, so we proceeded to walk to the bar, all wearing face coverings and fully sanitised at the door. A man that we think was management asked us did we sign in and we explained that there was no staff at the door he then said in a horrible manner 'are ye seriously walking into a bar two years into a pandemic and expecting a drink'?. We thought he was joking with us for a minute until he said aggressively ' are ye serious, 2 years into a pandemic and ye walk into a bar expecting to get a drink' . We were gobsmacked with him and explained again there was no staff to direct us were to go or what the procedure was. Another member of staff landed with a clip board and asked him if she would take our details and he raised his hand (in a stop gesture) and said 'i haven't decided if I will be serving them or not. My friend asked hin if he wanted to serve us or should we go somewhere else... In which he said' yes that would be a good idea '. I
Cant believe that a bar would have this approach to good custom in such challenging times let alone on an extremely quiet Thursday evening. We went to the bar next door and haf a fantastic evening and left a €180 of a bill. This is possibly a lovely bar but a very ignorant member of staff may serve you (or not depending on his mood). Avoid if you don't want your evening potentially distorted.
We walked in of a very quiet night (Thursday 25th) and as there was no member of staff to meet us at the door, so we proceeded to walk to the bar, all wearing face coverings and fully sanitised at the door. A man that we think was management asked us did we sign in and we explained that there was no staff at the door he then said in a horrible manner 'are ye seriously walking into a bar two years into a pandemic and expecting a drink'?. We thought he was joking with us for a minute until he said aggressively ' are ye serious, 2 years into a pandemic and ye walk into a bar expecting to get a drink' . We were gobsmacked with him and explained again there was no staff to direct us were to go or what the procedure was. Another member of staff landed with a clip board and asked him if she would take our details and he raised his hand (in a stop gesture) and said 'i haven't decided if I will be serving them or not. My friend asked hin if he wanted to serve us or should we go somewhere else... In which he said' yes that would be a good idea '. I
Cant believe that a bar would have this approach to good custom in such challenging times let alone on an extremely quiet Thursday evening. We went to the bar next door and haf a fantastic evening and left a €180 of a bill. This is possibly a lovely bar but a very ignorant member of staff may serve you (or not depending on his mood). Avoid if you don't want your evening potentially distorted.
Written 28 November 2021
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Kate B
1 contribution
Aug 2021 • Friends
great pub great staff very welcoming and kind. make you fell very comfortable. really enjoyed my time here would definitely recommend
Written 18 August 2021
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Vincent Kelly
Limerick, Ireland2 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
Lovely place to visit for a quick snack and beer. Great atmosphere! Very friendly staff! Beautiful outside seating area.
Written 5 September 2020
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Sonia Hayes
Limerick, Ireland11 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
One of my favourite spots for a drink in Limerick. Staff are lovely and all making a huge effort to abide by Covid restrictions. The only downfall is the food during the day, which is average - wraps, nachos, etc. However, the evening food from Sambros is fantastic and represents a great partnership between the two local businesses. Such a lovely place with great character and even dog friendly which is a huge plus. Will always be top of my list for a drink on a lovely day, or a cosy pint by the fire when it’s miserable outside
Written 31 August 2020
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wildgeese1
Limerick, Ireland5 contributions
Aug 2020
Nice atmosphere great traditional feel with good background music and making every effort in Covid times. Great to visit highly recommended
Written 23 August 2020
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Rachel R
2 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
Staff are great, taking precautions seriously but very friendly! Food is top notch and great layout. So glad to see ye back!
Written 18 August 2020
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MICKEY MARTINS (Limerick) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Mickey Martins
- Mickey Martins is open:
- Sun - Sun 14:00 - 23:00
- Mon - Thu 12:30 - 23:30
- Fri - Fri 12:30 - 00:30
- Sat - Sat 13:00 - 00:30
- Hotels near Mickey Martins:
- (0.15 km) The Savoy Hotel
- (0.11 km) The Bedford Townhouse & Cafe
- (0.13 km) The George Limerick
- (0.20 km) The Boutique Hotel
- (0.22 km) The Old Quarter Townhouse Hotel
- Restaurants near Mickey Martins:
- (0.01 km) O'Briens
- (0.02 km) Sambros
- (0.02 km) The Still House
- (0.03 km) Freshii
- (0.03 km) O'Connors