31 bars & pubs listed in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, 31 rated (4.6/5 average), 26 with opening hours.
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Low-ceilinged, 1000-year-old watering hole with riverside garden, live music and historical objects.
A pub in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Sean's Bar dates to 900 AD and holds the distinction of being Ireland's oldest bar. The front bar features original historic stonework and Guinness World Records certificates. The venue displays period photographs, mounted fish, and historical artefacts throughout. It serves Guinness, beer, and whiskey, and offers a beer garden. Traditional Irish music contributes to the cosy atmosphere. Merchandise is available on-site. The expanded building maintains its authentic character whilst accommodating visitors.
Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Gertie Brownes Bar & Bistro is a pub and restaurant near the Shannon River offering a menu with pasta dishes including carbonara, steaks, and varied options. The venue features an atmospheric interior with quirky décor throughout. Staff are noted for friendly service. The establishment is pet-friendly and welcomes dogs. Serves beer and pints. The setting combines Irish pub character with restaurant dining.
A gastropub and sports bar in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, The Dark Horse Bar & Kitchen serves substantial, freshly prepared meals at accessible prices. The menu features dishes including Korean brisket burger, Guinness stew, chicken tenders, and loaded fries. Staff provide attentive service and local recommendations. Food arrives promptly, and portions are notably generous. The establishment operates as both a casual dining venue and social space with a welcoming atmosphere.

Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Peddler Mac's Bar & Beer Garden is a pub offering a relaxed atmosphere with warm, inviting decor. The venue serves a selection of beers and operates a covered beer garden to the rear where wood-fired pizzas are available. Live music features seven nights weekly. Staff are noted for attentive, friendly service. The establishment functions as both a casual drinking spot and event venue, welcoming visitors for daytime and evening visits.
The Olive Bar is a local establishment in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Bars and pubs across Ireland provide a vital social hub for communities, offering a space for people to gather, relax, and enjoy refreshments. These venues often serve as focal points for local events and social interaction, contributing to the vibrant atmosphere of towns and villages. The Olive Bar operates within this important sector of Irish hospitality, contributing to the social fabric of Athlone and its surrounding areas.
Biddy O'Dowd's is a Bar & Pub located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Bars and pubs serve as vital social hubs within communities across Ireland, offering a place for people to gather, socialise, and enjoy a drink. These establishments often provide a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike, contributing to the vibrant cultural landscape of towns and villages. Such venues can be a focal point for conversation and relaxation, reflecting the traditional Irish spirit of hospitality.
Coosan Tavern is a bar and pub located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Pubs and bars are important social hubs in communities across Ireland, providing a place for people to meet, socialise and enjoy a drink. They often serve as focal points for local events and gatherings. Athlone is a town with a vibrant local scene, and establishments like Coosan Tavern contribute to its character and atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.
A bar and pub, The Fiddlers is located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Pubs and bars often serve as important social hubs for local communities, providing spaces for people to gather and socialise. They can be found in towns and villages across Ireland, offering a range of drinks and sometimes food. Many are known for their traditional music sessions, creating a lively atmosphere for patrons.
The Tackroom is a bar and pub located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Pubs and bars across Ireland often serve as community hubs, offering a welcoming atmosphere for locals and visitors alike. These establishments provide a space for socialising, enjoying a drink, and often feature live music or other entertainment. Athlone, Co. Roscommon, is a vibrant area with a strong tradition of hospitality, and The Tackroom contributes to this local scene.
Carey's Bar is a public house located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Bars and pubs are important social hubs within communities across Ireland, offering a place for people to gather, socialise, and enjoy refreshments. These establishments often serve a range of drinks and can be a focal point for local events and conversation. Carey's Bar forms part of this tradition within the Athlone area.
Athlone, Co. Roscommon is home to Shines Bar & Guesthouse. Bars and pubs in Ireland often serve as important social hubs for local communities, providing a place for people to gather and relax. They can offer a range of drinks and sometimes food, depending on the establishment. Many pubs also provide a welcoming atmosphere for visitors looking to experience local hospitality. Shines Bar & Guesthouse is part of this tradition of Irish hospitality.
Flannery's Bar is a public house located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Bars and pubs serve as important social hubs within communities, offering a place for people to meet, relax, and socialise. Patrons can often enjoy a wide selection of beverages, and many establishments also provide food and entertainment. Athlone itself is a town with a rich heritage, and local pubs play a significant role in its cultural fabric. Flannery's Bar contributes to the social landscape of the area for those seeking a welcoming atmosphere.
A pub in Athlone, Co. Roscommon, The Castle Inn provides a place for locals and visitors to enjoy a drink. Pubs and bars across Ireland serve as important social hubs for communities, offering a welcoming atmosphere for conversation and relaxation. Many such establishments also serve food and host live music events, contributing to the cultural fabric of their towns and villages. This establishment is part of that tradition within Athlone.
Athlone, Co. Roscommon is home to Nuts Corner, a business operating within the Bars & Pubs category. Pubs and bars across Ireland serve as important social hubs for local communities, offering a place for people to gather and socialise. These establishments typically provide a range of beverages and often a welcoming atmosphere for patrons. Nuts Corner is situated in this vibrant locality.
The Dog & Duck Pub is a bar and pub located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Pubs in Ireland often serve as important social hubs, providing a space for locals and visitors alike to gather. They typically offer a range of beverages, including traditional Irish stouts, ales, and whiskeys, alongside other popular drinks. Many also serve food, from bar snacks to full meals. The atmosphere in an Irish pub can vary, but often includes a friendly and welcoming environment, sometimes with live traditional music. This establishment is part of that vibrant tradition of Irish hospitality.

A licensed establishment, The Snug Bar is located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Bars and pubs play a vital role in local communities, offering a space for social gathering and entertainment. Patrons can typically expect a range of beverages and a welcoming atmosphere. Businesses in this sector often provide a place for friends and neighbours to meet, relax, and enjoy themselves. The Snug Bar contributes to the hospitality offerings within Athlone.

Athlone, Co. Roscommon is home to Piano Bar, a local establishment within the Bars & Pubs category. Pubs and bars across Ireland often serve as important social hubs, providing spaces for people to gather and enjoy themselves. These venues typically offer a range of drinks and can be a focal point for community life in towns and villages. Piano Bar contributes to the social fabric of Athlone, Co. Roscommon.

The Bailey Bar & Lounge is a bar and pub located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Establishments in this sector often serve as social hubs for local communities, offering a place for people to meet, relax, and enjoy a drink. Many bars and pubs also provide entertainment, such as live music or televised sporting events, contributing to the social fabric of the area. The Bailey Bar & Lounge is part of this vibrant local scene in Athlone, Co. Roscommon, providing a space for patrons to gather and socialise.
This bar and pub, The Shack Pub, is located in Athlone, Co. Roscommon. Pubs in Ireland often serve as important community hubs, offering a place for people to socialise and relax. Many establishments provide a selection of drinks, including local craft beers and traditional spirits, alongside bar snacks or meals. They can be a great spot to catch up with friends or enjoy a quiet drink.
Bars & Pubs based nearby that cover Athlone, nearest first.
4.7 km away · based in Coosan Point
(090) 643 34816.1 km away · based in Hodson Bay
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(090) 648 90828.6 km away · based in Clonark
(090) 643 71079.9 km away · based in Ballynahown
087 645 535810.7 km away · based in Moate
(090) 648 124010.8 km away
10.8 km away · based in Athlone
(090) 648 873912.5 km away · based in Ballynahown
085 174 666513.3 km away · based in Ballydangan
087 294 343014 km away · based in Moate
(090) 648 111714.1 km away · based in Moate
14.1 km away · based in Moate

14.4 km away · based in Moate
(090) 648 201414.5 km away · based in Moate
14.5 km away · based in Ballinasloe
14.6 km away · based in Moate
(090) 648 110414.8 km away · based in Moate
087 095 880515.8 km away · based in Lecarrow
(090) 666 111817.5 km away · based in Marshbrook
087 694 882717.5 km away · based in Shannonbridge
(090) 967 411917.8 km away · based in Ballinasloe
087 223 678617.9 km away
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LocallyIrish lists 31 bars & pubs in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, 25 with a phone number published.
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31 of the 31 bars & pubs in Athlone carry a customer rating, averaging 4.6 out of 5. See the full ranking at locallyirish.ie/best-of/bars/westmeath/athlone.
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