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1. Hargadons Bar
Part of the social fabric of Sligo since 1868, Hargadons Bar preserves its unique historic character and maintains high standards in a much-loved institution. Wood paneling, cozy snugs (small booths) for private powwows, marble-top counters, and little glass doors on hinges make this place especially conducive to that intangible Irish element, the craic. Check out the walls, covered with historical black-and-white photos as well as fading invoices from the bar's early days. Hearty food at great prices is served at lunchtime (12:30–3:30 pm) and the evening dinner menu (4–9 pm), featuring oysters, mussels, salmon, steak sandwiches, or chicken wings, lists local suppliers. The bar specializes in Irish craft beers with Andersons from Sligo and the White Hag from Ballymote among a wide selection. On Friday night, Irish traditional musicians often hold center stage, followed by a bluegrass group. On Saturday night you may hear country-rock, pop, or folk music. Walk through the bar and in separate premises at the back you will find the well-stocked Hargadons Wine Shop in Johnston Court.
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2. Dicey Reilly's
“Dicey’s," as the locals call it, has been selling beer in a variety of forms since 1856. Also noted for its selection of quality wines from around the world, the company has branched into handcrafted beers and opened a microbrewery beside the bar. It's no surprise that Donegal Blonde, with the merest hints of biscuit and malt, and a fine balance of hop flavors, is one of its most popular beers. Other favorites are the Donegal Brewing Amber ale with fruity hops and the West Coast Pale Ale. If these aren't to your liking, there are a staggering 350 craft beers and 600 wines from which to choose. Food is served in the bar at lunchtime and in the early evenings or you could try the pop-up burger bar in the beer garden which operates on weekends from March to December. Glass cabinets hold a veritable social and cultural history of Ballyshannon, with old bus timetables and drama and music festival programs from the 1960s, while tins of Old Holborn Blended Virginia, Campbell's Tea, and Grate Polish sit side by side on shelves. Guided tours of the brewery lasting 40 minutes are held by appointment.
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3. Nancy's Pub
With its glowing fire, Nancy's, now in its eighth generation of the same family, makes you wonder if you've wandered into the owner's sitting room. The walls are filled with framed black-and-white photographs of the family and of old Ardara. Seafood, in the form of chowder, oysters, prawns, and mussels, dominates the menu served noon to 9 year-round. Ask for the house special, the Louis Armstrong sandwich, which consists of "jazzed-up" smoked salmon with grilled cheese on wheat bread. To accompany your food, try the old-fashioned, naturally fermented farmyard cider—a big hit with summer visitors. There's also live music on Friday and Saturday nights during the summer months.
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4. Seán Óg's
One of the largest and most popular pubs in Ballyshannon, Seán Óg's, has a DJ playing hits on Saturday evenings. On occasion, Irish traditional musicians come out to perform at this local pub.
6 Castle St., Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland071-985–8964 -
5. The Abbey Hotel
Visit for music every night in July and August and live bands every Saturday night throughout the year, mostly Irish traditional, but not always.
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6. The Corner Bar
You'll likely find this place packed, as it features music almost every night from May to September and on weekends the rest of the year. It's a great place to mix with locals as well.
Ardara, Co. Donegal, Ireland074-954–1736
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