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Pubs & Restaurants Cork
The Mutton Lane
Inn
A Cork pub much admired, the Mutton Lane Inn is probably one of the oldest drinking establishments in the city outside of the North/ South Main Street axis.
Mutton Lane is one of many alleyways that lead into the famed English Market and used to be where live sheep were run into the market at one time.
Sin é
The long-established home of Irish traditional music in Cork city, the Irish words ‘Sin é’ literally translate to mean ‘That’s it’, in reference to the funeral parlour located next door. Sin é is widely viewed as the best traditional pub in Cork!
Non-stop traditional music from 6 – close Monday – Saturday, and from 5 on Sunday.
The Oval
Located on the corner of historic South Main Street and Tuckey Street, The Oval is named for its stunning interior ceiling – a central feature of this particular premises – and is often considered one of the best pubs in Cork.
Incredibly, The Oval is still in its original condition and is the only pub in Cork to be included on a list of important 20th Century buildings within the city limits. It has an open fire and generally smells of a heady mixture of peat and whiskey!
The Market Lane
With ingredients sourced from the English Market and local artisan producers, it is no wonder Market Lane has earned a reputation for creativity and ingenuity. Dishes such as buffalo cauliflower Szechuan sweet potatoes, roasted onions and chickpeas have diners returning. For dessert, try the orange and vanilla bread-and-butter pudding, passionfruit cooler or chocolate tart.
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