The Irish in Castlebar, Co Mayo

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Bar One

Rush St, Castlebar

The Cadden name behind Bar One is synonymous with outstanding food and hospitality in the West of Ireland since 1978. We are a multi award winning public house and eatery located in the heart of Castlebar town.

Bridge St Bar

Bridge Street, Castlebar

Since opening its doors in March 2017, Bridge St has evolved into a community hub – a bar, meeting place and event space, for locals and visitors to Castlebar. Bridge St keeps her lit… embracing comedy, salsa, live music, literary, yoga and adventure film, to name but a few of the clubs calling it their home. Stay tuned for 'Bridge of Song' listening performance, featuring up and coming vocalists and songwriters, from near and far. And the ‘hot-ticket’ Castlebar Comedy Club with the best of national talent.

Bungalow Bar

Bridge Street, Castlebar

Family run pub

Coadys Bar

Linenhall St, Castlebar

John McHale

Newline, Castlebar

McHales is a cozy pub in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, renowned for its delicious Guinness and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a pint with friendly staff in a charming setting.

John Mc Hale

Mick Byrne's Bar

Bridge Street,, Gorteendrunagh, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Castlebar

Mick Byrne's Bar in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a great selection of pints and live traditional music. Known for its friendly service, it's a favorite spot for both locals and tourists seeking authentic Irish pub experience.

Paddy Morans Pub

23 Rush St, Castlebar

Rocky's

1 Linenhall St, Castlebar

Rocky's offers a unique blend of artisanal beverages and gourmet snacks, perfect for any gathering. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service, Rocky's is a must-visit destination in America/New_York.

The Barrel & Castle

Linenhall St, Castlebar

Welcome to The Barrel & Castle, one of Castlebar’s most exciting and vibrant destinations. Located in the heart of Castlebar on Linenhall Street, The Barrel & Castle opened its doors in March 2024 and has quickly become a popular choice for both locals and visitors. Owned by Marian and Joe O’Malley, who also run the well-known Cosy Joe’s and The Porter House in Westport, the pub builds on their years of experience in creating welcoming and vibrant venues. With Cosy Joe’s marking its 30th year, the O’Malleys bring a long-standing passion for the hospitality industry to this new venture. The Barrel & Castle features a thoughtfully designed two-level space, including multiple bars and a heated beer garden, making it a versatile spot for any occasion. Offering everything from brunch and lunch to dinner and late-night drinks, the venue has become known for its quality food, carefully crafted drinks, and inviting atmosphere. In just six months, The Barrel & Castle’s dedication to customer service has been recognized with the Best Customer Service in Connaught 2024 award by the Irish Pub Awards. This acknowledgment highlights the team’s effort to create a warm and enjoyable experience for every guest, supported by experienced General Manager Darragh McGarry. Blending stylish surroundings with genuine hospitality, The Barrel & Castle has firmly established itself as a key part of Castlebar’s social and dining scene.

The Castle Inn

9 Castle St, Castlebar

The Cobweb Bar

Linenhall St, Castlebar

Experience a warm and inviting atmosphere at The Cobweb Bar, where friendly service and great Guinness create the perfect setting for catching up with friends. Located in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, this bar offers a welcoming environment with no TV distractions, ideal for enjoying good music and conversation.

The Irish House Bar

Ellison St, Castlebar

The original Irish House was established by Mr. James Heverin in 1886 as general drapers. It was described in the local press at the time as being one of the finest business establishments west of the Shannon. The drapery business was passed down through the generations and operated until the late 1950s. In more recent years, the original shop has been split into two commercial units, one of which now houses the Irish House Bar. The Irish House Bar was established in 1992 by Paul Heverin, a great grandson of the original owner James. Much of the architecture from the original shop remains the same and is still visible around the bar. The Irish House is now being run by Paul’s nephew, Alan Heverin who is the 5th generation of the family to occupy the building. About This cosy, traditional Old World bar located in the heart of Castlebar is home to the best Pint in the west. The bar which is split into three main sections as well as an all weather outdoor seating area is a popular spot with all age groups. There is also a Pool Table on the mezzanine level and all major sporting events are shown on numerous screens around the bar with fantastic surround sound.. During the winter, the open fire greets you as soon as you walk in the front door. As you look around you, every shelf and ledge is adorned with antiques and memorabilia which help create the wonderful atmosphere that this pub is famous for, the kind of atmosphere you cannot manufacture overnight. Bar food is available daily with a large selection of Sandwiches, Crispy salad Rolls, Panini, Baps, Wraps as well as Freshly made Soup of the day and a large selection of teas and freshly ground Coffees.

Tolster's Bar

Spencer St, Castlebar

Bar One

Rush St, Castlebar

The Cadden name behind Bar One is synonymous with outstanding food and hospitality in the West of Ireland since 1978. We are a multi award winning public house and eatery located in the heart of Castlebar town.

Bridge St Bar

Bridge Street, Castlebar

Since opening its doors in March 2017, Bridge St has evolved into a community hub – a bar, meeting place and event space, for locals and visitors to Castlebar. Bridge St keeps her lit… embracing comedy, salsa, live music, literary, yoga and adventure film, to name but a few of the clubs calling it their home. Stay tuned for 'Bridge of Song' listening performance, featuring up and coming vocalists and songwriters, from near and far. And the ‘hot-ticket’ Castlebar Comedy Club with the best of national talent.

Bungalow Bar

Bridge Street, Castlebar

Family run pub

Coadys Bar

Linenhall St, Castlebar

Global ​Irish Radio

Streaming Irish Radio - a single all Irish platform for Irish radio programs from Ireland and around the world promoting Irish music, heritage and culture including traditional Irish music, folk and ballads, country and Irish, podcasts and Irish news

John McHale

Newline, Castlebar

McHales is a cozy pub in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, renowned for its delicious Guinness and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a pint with friendly staff in a charming setting.

John Mc Hale

Mayo County Council

Mayo GAA

The County Mayo branch of the Gaelic Athletic Association, responsible for promoting Gaelic games and overseeing Mayo’s county teams and club competitions. Founded in 1888, Mayo has one of Ireland’s strongest Gaelic football traditions, represented by its famous green and red colours and a passionate supporter base at home and throughout the Irish diaspora. In 2026, Mayo won the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, defeating Kerry at Croke Park and bringing the Sam Maguire Cup back to Mayo for the first time since 1951, ending a 75-year wait. The victory has sparked celebrations across Mayo and among Mayo communities around the world. Hon Mayo!

Mick Byrne's Bar

Bridge Street,, Gorteendrunagh, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, Castlebar

Mick Byrne's Bar in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a great selection of pints and live traditional music. Known for its friendly service, it's a favorite spot for both locals and tourists seeking authentic Irish pub experience.

Paddy Morans Pub

23 Rush St, Castlebar

Rocky's

1 Linenhall St, Castlebar

Rocky's offers a unique blend of artisanal beverages and gourmet snacks, perfect for any gathering. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and exceptional service, Rocky's is a must-visit destination in America/New_York.

The Barrel & Castle

Linenhall St, Castlebar

Welcome to The Barrel & Castle, one of Castlebar’s most exciting and vibrant destinations. Located in the heart of Castlebar on Linenhall Street, The Barrel & Castle opened its doors in March 2024 and has quickly become a popular choice for both locals and visitors. Owned by Marian and Joe O’Malley, who also run the well-known Cosy Joe’s and The Porter House in Westport, the pub builds on their years of experience in creating welcoming and vibrant venues. With Cosy Joe’s marking its 30th year, the O’Malleys bring a long-standing passion for the hospitality industry to this new venture. The Barrel & Castle features a thoughtfully designed two-level space, including multiple bars and a heated beer garden, making it a versatile spot for any occasion. Offering everything from brunch and lunch to dinner and late-night drinks, the venue has become known for its quality food, carefully crafted drinks, and inviting atmosphere. In just six months, The Barrel & Castle’s dedication to customer service has been recognized with the Best Customer Service in Connaught 2024 award by the Irish Pub Awards. This acknowledgment highlights the team’s effort to create a warm and enjoyable experience for every guest, supported by experienced General Manager Darragh McGarry. Blending stylish surroundings with genuine hospitality, The Barrel & Castle has firmly established itself as a key part of Castlebar’s social and dining scene.

The Castle Inn

9 Castle St, Castlebar

The Cobweb Bar

Linenhall St, Castlebar

Experience a warm and inviting atmosphere at The Cobweb Bar, where friendly service and great Guinness create the perfect setting for catching up with friends. Located in Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland, this bar offers a welcoming environment with no TV distractions, ideal for enjoying good music and conversation.

The Irish House Bar

Ellison St, Castlebar

The original Irish House was established by Mr. James Heverin in 1886 as general drapers. It was described in the local press at the time as being one of the finest business establishments west of the Shannon. The drapery business was passed down through the generations and operated until the late 1950s. In more recent years, the original shop has been split into two commercial units, one of which now houses the Irish House Bar. The Irish House Bar was established in 1992 by Paul Heverin, a great grandson of the original owner James. Much of the architecture from the original shop remains the same and is still visible around the bar. The Irish House is now being run by Paul’s nephew, Alan Heverin who is the 5th generation of the family to occupy the building. About This cosy, traditional Old World bar located in the heart of Castlebar is home to the best Pint in the west. The bar which is split into three main sections as well as an all weather outdoor seating area is a popular spot with all age groups. There is also a Pool Table on the mezzanine level and all major sporting events are shown on numerous screens around the bar with fantastic surround sound.. During the winter, the open fire greets you as soon as you walk in the front door. As you look around you, every shelf and ledge is adorned with antiques and memorabilia which help create the wonderful atmosphere that this pub is famous for, the kind of atmosphere you cannot manufacture overnight. Bar food is available daily with a large selection of Sandwiches, Crispy salad Rolls, Panini, Baps, Wraps as well as Freshly made Soup of the day and a large selection of teas and freshly ground Coffees.

Tolster's Bar

Spencer St, Castlebar

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