Bar/ Clubs in Athlone

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Bars & Clubs in Athlone

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  • Experience814290
    Bend, OR16 contributions
    We had so much fun and felt like
    Family!! Brendon receives the BEST bar tender award here too! Their are a lot of Pubs but if you want fabulous services and loads of fun.. head here!!
    Written 8 May 2023
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  • GrandTour14472980820
    1 contribution
    Awesome little pub full of life and a vibrant buzz from the locals music wasn’t to loud a great place to meet have for drinks with a side of banter !! Lots of little nooks and cranny’s plenty of seating with interesting decoration and antiques. A great pub would definitely recommend.
    Written 22 April 2023
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  • tpdublin
    35 contributions
    Just back from a really fantastic afternoon and evening spent in the snug. Gillian, Michael and Dermot were so kind and helpful for any of the needs of the group. We had a hen party and had a wonderful area out in the beer garden to host our games. Later we had a room upstairs which was also fantastic. The cocktails were divine and the great live music went down great with the hens.
    Written 21 August 2022
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  • Paul O
    1 contribution
    100 words isn't enuff, but if I have to, best staff best pints best owners best entertainment totally should be a spot that gets a vist as just in passing or for the sesh...Will 100%be back it's a must
    Written 29 March 2023
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  • Mark Leonard
    Nottingham2 contributions
    Had a night out in Athlone last weekend and we ended up in the Malt House pub for our night. Great selection of craft and regular beers, chilled out and friendly vibe and staff were very friendly and engaging. Lovely crowd with an old school rock vibe, live band too were brilliant, great spot and we ll defo be back 😁😎 👍🏼
    Written 19 April 2019
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  • GotaFamilyNow
    Armagh, Northern Ireland65 contributions
    Still perfection. Still delightful. Still as welcoming and accommodating as ever. You owe it to yourself to visit here, trust me.
    Written 14 July 2022
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  • Raechel N
    Orlando, FL12 contributions
    Welcoming and snug Irish Pub with awesome love music and tasty drinks! The bartender was kind and gave us the Wi-Fi password, and the musicians took requests. Great spot!
    Written 5 January 2023
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  • I7917IHjohnm
    Dublin, Ireland33 contributions
    This is one of the most beautiful settings in ireland. Absolutely magnificent by the lakeshore, with superb food, relaxed and utterly professional staff. All courses were great and the sommelier gave good advice. Really couldn’t ask for any more.
    Written 24 July 2021
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  • Eiresun
    Kildare, Ireland46 contributions
    In town for a couple of nights and popped in for a few pints. It is a small little bar, but nice atmosphere, and the Guinness was on the money. There was a band setting up so we did not stay around for that, just not my thing. Worth checking out if you are passing through.
    Written 19 February 2023
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  • ED17654
    Athlone, Ireland1 contribution
    Good atmosphere, friendly staff and great location. Overall good bar. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
    Written 23 June 2017
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  • SP7518
    Dublin, Ireland1 contribution
    Great local pub for when you’re sick of people squeezing in on top of you to buy fridge magnets and t shirts
    Written 31 July 2022
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  • Michellechampers
    England, UK1,576 contributions
    There are lots of great fun bars in Althlone and this one can guarantee a good nights out, with a mix of live music and DJ , it always has a great atmosphere. Pool table at the back, and a great outdoor area on the street.
    Written 22 April 2023
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  • janetheafey
    County Tipperary, Ireland5 contributions
    A great bar, well worth a visit. Old style and full of character. Felt like a local. Ann is great and has a word for everyone. Will definitely be back 👍
    Written 22 April 2022
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  • 75Gerry
    Athlone, Ireland53 contributions
    Been here a few times. Good atmosphere. Friendly staff. Bit isolated from the main tourist pubs on "left bank" but you won't be sorry you stopped in.
    Written 25 April 2016
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  • wyldwyll1
    Athlone, Ireland32 contributions
    Martins is generally a quiet pub with a warm welcome and a great pint.
    The cons.
    Limited parking, its next to the busy road linking Athlone to the South (so keep kids close), and no food options (presently) aside from snack food
    The Pros.
    Recent extension to the pub internally but charm retained. Now warm and comfortable. A few quiet corners to conduct social business but can accommodate a good crowd and regularly does at weekends.
    The real Pro...
    Niall, now the publican for over a year, has reinstated this pub as the centre of local life. Once famous for a good Guinness, Niall has a warm welcome to locals and commuters alike. Good Guinness (and a wider range of drink options) again guaranteed.
    Martins wont compete with Urban pubs for crowds, but, given its setting, it is more than the sum of its parts. Keep up the good work Niall.
    Looking forward to many more visits.
    A deserving 5 star Rural Watering hole.
    Written 30 September 2019
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