Guinness Australian Irish Pub Guide 2015

IRISH PUB GUIDE

NATIONAL MAP

IRISH LOCAL PUB FINDER

Shenannigans

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DARWIN

BROOME Mt Isa Irish Club

The Cure Tavern Page 36 JB O’Reilly’s Page 37 Fenians Page 38 Irish Club Of WA Page 39 The Shed Page 44 Murphy’s Page 42

Paddy’s Irish Bar Page 26

PORT DOUGLAS

PJ O’Brien’s

CAIRNS

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Molly Malone’s

PJ O’Brien’s Page 28 Irish Club Page 39 Mick O’Shea’s Page 42

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BRISBANE Fiddler’s Green

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GOLD COAST BATHURST CANBERRA

Jack Duggan’s Page 09

MELBOURNE PJ O’Brien’s (Airport) PJ O’Brien’s (Southbank) The Snug The Last Jar The Quiet Man Celtic Club

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Pig ‘n’ Whistle Queensland Irish Club Irish Murphy’s Mick O’Malley’s

ADELAIDE

PERTH

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Pint On Punt Bridie O’Reilly’s (Brunswick) Bridie O’Reilly’s (Sth Yarra) Drunken Poet The Fifth Province

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Canberra Irish Club The Phoenix King O’Malley’s

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SYDNEY MAP

IRISH LOCAL PUB FINDER Page 43

< PJ Gallagher’s Springwood

SPRINGWOOD

< Penrith Gaels

PJ Gallagher’s Criterion PJ Gallagher’s (Jacksons) PJ O’Brien’s Scruffy Murphy’s The Mercantile The Gaelic Club

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PENRITH

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PARRAMATTA PJ Gallagher’s (Moore Pk)

SYDNEY

BALMAIN Cat’n’Fiddle Merton Hotel

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PADDINGTON

LEICHHARDT PJ Gallagher’s Leichhardt

ENFIELD PJ Gallagher’s Enfield Page 13

PJ Gallagher’s Liverpool

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BONDI

SURRY HILLS

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Porterhouse Trinity Bar Wild Rover

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Cock ‘n’ Bull Tea Gardens

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Australia’s Top 50 Irish Pubs

Contents

WHAT makes a good Irish pub great?

Page 02 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Australian Irish Pub Map Finder

There are those who will have you believe that there are no great Irish pubs outside of Ireland. Not one.

Page 03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sydney Irish Pub Map Finder

This magazine – our 15th edition of the Australian Irish Pub Guide – is filled with pubs and bars whose owners and managers would beg to differ.

Just as well, we hear you say. After all, you can’t always pop over to Ireland for a pint!

Page 06 – 44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Australia’s Best Irish Pubs

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The Australian Irish pub landscape has changed in recent years. Gone are the days when every second new pub was called something like Barney McShamrock’s with a road-sign telling us how far we were from Salthill and little else that could be described as authentically Irish.

As in Ireland, we have seen the emergence of smaller Irish bars, offering, perhaps, a more sophisticated experience.

There are approximately 150 Irish pubs across Australia.

We have chosen 50 which, we hope, represent the diversity of what is on offer.

From Darwin to Perth to St Kilda to County Bondi, the Irish pub remains a comforting fixture to the discerning expat drinker, a reminder of ‘home’ – if one is required – a place to maintain old friendships and make new ones, to have a nice pint of Guinness and enjoy the craic.

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Accommodation

Late Opening

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Live Music

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For more on Australia’s Irish pubs visit our website, www.irishecho.com.au Publisher: Billy Cantwell / Graphic Design: Stuart Middleton

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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY / CANBERRA

CANBERRA IRISH CLUB 6 PARKINSON ST, WESTON ACT 2611 www.irishclub.com.au

CONTACT

Marek Bilski – General Manager

PHONE

02 6288 5088

EMAIL marek.bilski@irishclub.com.au OPENING HOURS Open seven days: 10.30am to midnight or earlier FOOD

Bistro / Lunch and Dinner seven days / Irish-inspired dishes / Functions

IRISH PRODUCTS Guinness / Kilkenny / Magners Irish Cider / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions / Karaoke / FoxSports Céad Mile Fáilte - a hundred thousand welcomes - to a little bit of Ireland in the national capital. The Irish Club is one of the friendliest places in Canberra to relax with friends and family. We support many local sporting, social and community groups.

Facilities include bars, bistro (including Irish meals), gaming facilities as well as indoor and outdoor function areas. Our caterers have a reputation for fantastic food, both in the bistro and for functions. Check out our website for further information on all our planned activities around St Patrick’s Day, which will include plenty of live music, both on the day and throughout March. So, if you haven’t been to the Irish Club for a while, why not come and see what we have to offer. You won’t be disappointed!

And of course we reckon we have the best Guinness in town - it is a must to try!

For more information go to www.irishclub.com.au

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AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY / CANBERRA

THE PHOENIX 23-27 EAST ROW, CIVIC, CANBERRA CITY ACT 2601 www.lovethephoenix.com

CONTACT

Sean Hannigan

PHONE

02 6169 5092

EMAIL manager@lovethephoenix.com OPENING HOURS Mon-Wed: 12pm-1am, Thu-Sat: 12pm-3am Sun: Closed - However, check the gig guide on our website, as we sometimes open from 5pm on a Sunday for special gigs and events IRISH PRODUCTS Guinness / Club Orange / Jameson / Tayto Crisps SPONSORSHIPS

The Guinness Appreciation Society of Canberra

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions A pub in the heart of Canberra, The Phoenix was established in 1993 by Limerick and Dublin owners and aims to be Canberraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best pub. Original live music venue with the best pint of Guinness on tap in town.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / BALMAIN

THE CAT AND FIDDLE HOTEL BALMAIN 456 DARLING ST, BALMAIN NSW 2041 www.catandfiddle.com.au

CONTACT

Sean Doyle

PHONE

02 9810 7931

EMAIL info@catandfiddle.com.au OPENING HOURS Closing time midnight or earlier FOOD

Bar food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Young Ireland GAA female Irish Football Club

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / FoxSports The Cat and Fiddle Hotel Balmain is home to award-winning Irish chef Padraic Kielty whose Irish-inspired dishes bring pub dining to a new level of excellence. Our garden room is perfect for friends and families to relax and great for private functions.

Free lively Irish music weekends in the front bar with weekday specials and entertainment. 2014 Finalists in the AHA Awards for Excellence for Chef of the Year, Best Traditional Pub and Best Casual Dining.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / BATHURST

JACK DUGGANS IRISH PUB 135 GEORGE ST, BATHURST www.jackduggans.com.au

CONTACT

Glyn Daunt

PHONE

02 6331 2712

EMAIL jackduggans@bigpond.com OPENING HOURS Late opener at weekends, 2am or later FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Shamrock Hockey Team / Bushrangers Cricket Team

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions Jack Duggans is a true Irish Pub in central Bathurst. The front bar is a great place to relax and have a pint, enjoy great live entertainment. Enjoy a meal from Ma Duggans award winning restaurant with its extensive menu, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll please anyone looking for a taste of Ireland. Children are welcome and the Sunday family lunch and the lively afternoon music Sunday session is fast becoming a local tradition.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / BONDI JUNCTION

COCKNBULL HOTEL 89 EBLEY STREET, BONDI JUNCTION www.cocknbull.com.au

CONTACT

Damian Burcher

PHONE

02 9389 3004

EMAIL manager@cocknbull.com.au OPENING HOURS Mon-Wed: 8am-12am / Thur-Sat: 8am-2am / Sun: 10am-12am FOOD

Bar Food / A la Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Bondi Gaels and Clan na Gael

ENTERTAINMENT Live Music (Irish) / Live Music (other) / Session / Private Functions / FoxSports The Cock ‘n’ Bull is a traditional Irish pub in the heart of Bondi Junction.

We love live entertainment whether it be a full Irish band, a DJ or somewhere in between, we promise that it will be great craic for all who visit. Our Sunday Sessions are famous for a reason! Home to those who are travelling through and all those who stay. Cock N Bull, where memories are made, fun nights are had and life-long friendship’s are forged along the way. After all, we are Where County Bondi Meets.

We have big things in store for 2015, we hope to see you here!

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / BONDI JUNCTION

TEA GARDENS HOTEL 2-4 BRONTE ROAD, BONDI JUNCTION, NSW, 2024 www.facebook.com/TeaGardensBondi

CONTACT

Hotel Manager

PHONE

02 9389-3288

EMAIL info@teagardenshotel.com.au OPENING HOURS Mon-Wed: 7am-1am / Thurs-Sat: 7am-2am / Sun: 10am-12am FOOD

Bar Snacks / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Guinness / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Magners Irish Cider / Irish Whiskeys SPONSORSHIPS

Penrith Gaels GAA / NSW GAA / TJ Doheny WBA PABA Super Bantamweight Champion

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (DJ’s) / Trivia / Functions / Private Functions / FoxSports Tea Gardens Hotel is located in the heart of Bondi Junction and is the eastern suburbs premier entertainment venue. Each week, we play host to a number of live entertainment acts and DJs in both our main bar downstairs and upstairs @ the Balcony Bar. There’s something for everyone throughout the week with­trivia, karaoke, happy-hours as well as lunch and dinner specials all served by our friendly staff. You can also watch all your favourite sporting action on our big screen TV’s, enjoy a cold beer, catch up with friends or enjoy a great meal on our outdoor deck or balcony. We hope to see you at the Tea Gardens soon. Like us on Facebook – www.facebook.com/ TeaGardensBondi – or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TeaGardensBondi

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NEW SOUTH WALES / ENFIELD

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH PUB ENFIELD 14 CORONATION PDE, ENFIELD, NSW 2136 www.pjsenfield.com.au

PHONE

02 9747 8196

EMAIL info@pjsenfield.com.au OPENING HOURS Mon-Sat: 10am-Till Late / Sun: 10am-10pm FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Jameson / Club Orange /Rock Shandy SPONSORSHIPS

Strathfield Cricket Club / Enfield Rovers Football Club / Sydney Irish Rugby Football Club /St Pats Hurling and Camogie

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (other) / Trivia / Poker/ Private Functions / FoxSports Step out of the bustling suburbs and into the warm and charming PJ’s Enfield -­‐ you’ll feel like you’re stepping into the heart and soul of traditional country Ireland! Enjoy delectable traditional Irish pub fare brought to you by executive head chef Ronny Ghantous. You can sip a pint of Guinness by the fire, or join in on a Poker game or Trivia, or sit back and enjoy our live weekly bands. No matter what mood you’re in, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub in Enfield will spoil you for choice.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / LEICHHARDT

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH PUB LEICHHARDT 1 NORTON STREET LEICHHARDT NSW 2040 www.pjsleichhardt.com.au

PHONE

02 9560 3322

EMAIL

info@pjsleichhardt.com.au

OPENING HOURS Mon-Thur: 9am-4am / Fri-Sat: 9am-6am / Sun: 10am-10pm FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson / Rock Shandy SPONSORSHIPS

Sydney Irish Rugby Football Club / St Pats Hurling and Camogie

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Poker/ Trivia / Private Functions / FoxSports Set foot into PJ’s Leichhardt to be immersed in the spirit of Ireland. With a range of entertainment from live Irish music, merry-­making Irish seisiún, a bet on the races, or a Poker or Trivia game, PJ’s Leichhardt will provide the perfect atmosphere for any mood.

Be sure to indulge your taste buds in our Bistro, with sumptuous Irish fare brought to you by executive head chef Ronny Ghantous. Pair your meal with a glass of wine, pint of Guinness or an icy cold beer.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / MOORE PARK

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH PUB EQ ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER, 1 BENT ST, MOORE PARK, NSW 2021 www.pjseq.com.au

PHONE

02 8488 2350

EMAIL info@pjseq.com.au OPENING HOURS Mon-Thur: 12pm-late / Fri-Sat: 12pm-12am / Sun: 12pm-10pm FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Glebe Wanderers FC / Sydney Irish Rugby Football Club / St Pats Hurling and Camogie

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Private Functions / FoxSports / BeIN Sports Before the game, after the concert, during your shopping visit; whatever your adventure beholds, PJ’s EQ is the place to meet! Conveniently located in Moore Park’s Entertainment Quarter, PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub EQ is just what you’ve been looking for.

Find a cosy corner inside, or breeze the afternoon away under a leafy tree in our huge outdoor beer garden. Grab a bite to eat from the Irish inspired menu brought to you by executive head chef Ronny Ghantous - you’ll be spoiled for choice at PJ’s EQ.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / PENRITH

PENRITH GAELS CLUB 75 RICHMOND ROAD, CORNER GLEBE PLACE, KINGSWOOD, NSW 2747

CONTACT

Thomas Gallagher

PHONE

02 4722 8180

EMAIL tom@penrithgaels.com.au OPENING HOURS Closing time midnight or earlier FOOD

Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Penrith Gaels GAA / IAWB

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / FoxSports Penrith Gaels Club... the Irish Club for everyone... the friendliest Irish Club in Australia.

Our staff have won multiple “Guinness Perfect Pint” awards. Function room catering up to 180 seated guests. Trivia - Wednesday night. FREE live entertainment every Friday & Saturday night. Texas hold’em poker Monday & Thursday night. Traditional St Patrick’s Day celebrations, food and entertainment including BLACKWATER, the best Irish band in Australia.

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www.penrithgaels.com.au

NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / THE ROCKS

MERCANTILE HOTEL 25 GEORGE ST, THE ROCKS www.mercantilehotel.com.au

CONTACT

Mick Comerford

PHONE

02 9247 3570

EMAIL info@themercantilehotel.com.au OPENING HOURS Open daily for lunch, dinner and later on the weekends FOOD

Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Irish Film Festival / Irish Radio Station / Various Irish sporting groups with donations and prizes / Benefit nights for charities

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Session / Private Functions / FoxSports The Mercantile Hotel is Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest running and most famous Irish pub.

Situated in the heart of the historical Rocks area, The Merc is renowned for having the best Irish music in the country, along with great food, friendly staff and affordable accommodation. The venue that global superstars U2 chose for their 1989 Rattle And Hum press conference when in Australia, The Mercantile is celebrating its centenary in 2015.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / SURRY HILLS

THE PORTERHOUSE IRISH PUB CNR CAMPBELL AND RILEY STS, SURRY HILLS www.porterhouse.com.au

CONTACT

Linda McElroy

PHONE

02 9211 4454

EMAIL info@porterhouse.com.au OPENING HOURS 11am-Midnight FOOD

Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson / Powers / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange SPONSORSHIPS

Dunbar Rovers and 6b46

ENTERTAINMENT Private Functions / FoxSports The Porterhouse Irish Pub is situated in the heart of Surry Hills, only a ten minute stroll from Central Station and two minutes from the buzz in Oxford Street. This cosy traditional Irish Pub will make you feel right at home regardless of where you come from. Enjoy the best pint of Magners, Guinness or Kilkenny along with our award winning food.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / CBD

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH PUB AT JACKSONS ON GEORGE 176 GEORGE STREET, SYDNEY 2000

PHONE

02 8488 2450

EMAIL info@jacksonsongeorge.com.au OPENING HOURS Open 7 days – 10am until late FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Sydney Irish Rugby Football Club / St Pats Hurling and Camogie

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / FoxSports Iconic venue Jacksons on George is home to PJ Gallagher’s Irish Whiskey Bar (with over 130 whiskies from around the world!), Magners Rooftop Cider Bar, Temple Bar and an underground gaming bar. The four-level venue offers an authentic Irish escape from bustling George Street with a fine pub menu and beverage list catering to local workers and Sydney visitors. The PJ Gallagher’s menu, developed by award-­‐winning Executive Chef Ronny Ghantous is reminiscent of traditional Irish fare combined with local flavours of fresh, daily produce. Drop in for a cool drink, bite to eat, a fun night out or to catch all your favourite sports action on our many screens!

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www.jacksonsongeorge.com.au

NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY / CBD

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH SPORTS BAR & BISTRO AT THE CRITERION HOTEL

260 PITT ST (CNR PARK STREET), SYDNEY NSW 2000

PHONE

www.pjscriterion.com.au

02 9264 3093

EMAIL info@pjscriterion.com.au OPENING HOURS Open seven days - 9am-3am FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Sydney Irish Rugby Football Club / St Pats Hurling and Camogie

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Poker / Private Functions / FoxSports There’s something for everyone at the Criterion Hotel! Our street-level public bar offers a relaxed and comfortable surrounding which merges traditional Irish pub atmosphere with modern day style. The TAB Bar has full bar service and is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a flutter of races. Downstairs, experience The Snug; the perfect place for a cold drink and a hearty meal with the menu brought to you by executive head chef Ronny Ghantous. Or simply drop in to catch all the action of the big games on our mutliple TV screens! The Criterion also offers affordable pub style accommodation for your next Sydney visit.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY

P.J.O’BRIEN’S, SYDNEY 57 KING STREET, SYDNEY www.pjobriens.com.au

CONTACT

Fergal McCauley

PHONE

02 9290 1811

EMAIL sydney@pjobriens.com.au OPENING HOURS Open 7 Days - Friday and Saturday until late FOOD

Seven days for lunch and dinner / Special roast lunches on Sunday

IRISH PRODUCTS Guinness / Kilkenny / Magners Irish Cider / Extensive range of Irish Whiskeys SPONSORSHIPS

Central Coast GAA Club

ENTERTAINMENT Live Music on Thursday & Friday / Traditional Live Irish Sunday Sessions 6pm-9pm / BeIN Sports / Fox Sports and ESPN on the big screen Right in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, PJ’s has a bar stool ready for you. Enjoy the authentic surroundings, relaxed atmosphere and soak up the craic around you. Banter with Fergal and he’ll have you believe you’re in Ireland! Get in Saturday nights for Irish night with all the old favourite songs getting you all nostalgic. On Sundays, rip into a Recovery Roast along with the Hair of the Dog - the sure cure for the weekend’s hangover. Traditional Sunday Sessions, 6pm-9pm with Live Irish Music featuring Kelly’s Heroes, Jigs & Reels, ballads and sing-a-longs.

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NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY

SCRUFFY MURPHYS HOTEL 43 - 49 GOULBURN ST, SYDNEY, NSW 2000 www.scruffymurphys.com.au

CONTACT

John Paul Higgins

PHONE

02 9211 2002

EMAIL info@scruffymurphys.com.au OPENING HOURS 24 Hour licence FOOD

Bar Food / Lunch / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Cormac McAnallen’s GAC / Sydney St Patrick’s Day Parade / NSW Gaelic Football and Hurling Association

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions / Karaoke / BeIN Sports / FoxSports / GAAGO Live Streaming Time and time again, Scruffy Murphy’s has been recognised as Sydney’s premier entertainment venue and a second home to the Irish contingent here in Australia.

Come on down for a cheap feed, or watch your favourite team on the big screens.

Either way, you’ll be experiencing first-hand the best in Irish hospitality for which we have become renowned. Three floors – Bistro, Sports Bar, Night Club, Live Music.

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NORTHERN TERRITORY / DARWIN

SHENANNIGANS 69 MITCHELL ST DARWIN, NT 0800 shenannigans.com.au

CONTACT

Steve Dugan

PHONE

08 8981 2100

EMAIL info@shenannigans.com.au OPENING HOURS Open late 7 Days FOOD

A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider/ Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Darwin Shamrocks GAA

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Session / Private Functions / Fox Sports Irish-themed pub in the heart of Darwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CBD. Entertainment seven nights with live music six nights a week. Happy Hour every Friday and Sunday. Award-winning restaurant. Major sporting events on all the screens. Fun-filled every day.

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QUEENSLAND / CAIRNS

P.J. O’BRIEN’S, CAIRNS 87 LAKE STREET, CAIRNS www.pjobriens.com.au

CONTACT

Erin Chalmers

PHONE

07 4031 5333

EMAIL cairns@pjobriens.com.au OPENING HOURS Seven days a week until late FOOD

Lunch and dinner, seven days

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson ENTERTAINMENT Live bands on weekends / Fox and BeIN Sports on the big screen / Pool tables Come in for dinner and stay for the craic with locals and travellers alike that visit PJ.O’Brien’s to experience the unique atmosphere. Dance the night away to live bands every Friday and Saturday night. Wednesday and Saturdays see our Wild West Dancers and win great prizes giving it a go yourself. Don’t miss our massive St Patrick’s Day Party each year. No cover charge on any night.

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QUEENSLAND / PORT DOUGLAS

PADDY’S IRISH PUB 8 MACROSSAN ST, PORT DOUGLAS www.paddysirishpub.com.au

CONTACT

Liam Hudson

PHONE

07 4099 5997

EMAIL

hello@paddysirishpub.com.au

OPENING HOURS 11am till late / Kitchen 11.30am FOOD

Lunch and Dinner every day

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

The Crocs / Reef Raiders / Douglas Dragons

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / BeIN Sports / FoxSports Welcome to Paddy’s Irish Pub, located on busy Macrossan Street, Port Douglas in beautiful Far North Queensland. Open for lunch, dinner or just drinks, come down and enjoy our warm hospitality and a pint of the best-tasting Guinness in FNQ! Join us for our local nights and entertainment to truly experience the great atmosphere of Port Douglas. Open every day from 11am ‘till late.

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QUEENSLAND / SURFERS PARADISE

FIDDLERS GREEN IRISH BAR & RESTAURANT 39 CAVILL AVENUE, SURFERS PARADISE www.fiddlers.com.au

CONTACT

Graham Toamey

PHONE

07 5538 9122

EMAIL graham@fiddlers.com.au OPENING HOURS Mon-Sun: 10am till late FOOD

Bar food / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Souths GAA Brisbane

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / BeIN Sports / FoxSports Fiddlers Green is an Irish family owned and operated bar in the heart of Surfers Paradise. It has become a home-away-from-home for many and was voted best pub on the Gold Coast in February 2015. People can expect a warm Irish welcome, great food, sports on the screens and live music seven nights a week, there is sure to be something for everyone. Fiddlers Green...The Irish Way.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA / ADELAIDE

P.J.O’BRIEN’S, ADELAIDE 14 EAST TERRACE

www.pjobriens.com.au

CONTACT

Nick Havriluk

PHONE

08 8232 5111

EMAIL adelaide@pjobriens.com.au OPENING HOURS 11am until late every day FOOD

Lunch and dinner seven days

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Miller School of Irish Dancing / Morrigans Gaelic Womens Football Club

ENTERTAINMENT Wednesday is $12 Parmys / Thursday is Party Night / Thank Guinness it’s Friday drink specials / Live party bands Friday & Saturday Nights / Sunday Trad Sessions / BeIN Sports and Fox Sports on the big screen and plasmas / Pool tables Enjoy a night out at PJ O’Brien’s Adelaide, with something for everyone from Live Sport on the screens to traditional Sunday Live Irish Music Sessions. Thursday is Uni Party Night with Party DJ pumping out the tune, Friday and Saturday nights catch the best Live Party Bands in Adelaide. Offering quality pub meals every day for lunch and dinner with fantastic food specials all week. Don’t miss our massive St Patrick’s Day Party each year. No cover charge on any night.

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VICTORIA / BRUNSWICK

THE SNUG PUBLIC HOUSE 68 SYDNEY RD, BRUNSWICK, VIC 3056 www.thesnugpublichouse.com.au

CONTACT

Micheal and Kim Lynch

PHONE

03 9388 8756

EMAIL thesnugpublichouse@hotmail.com OPENING HOURS Late opener at weekends till 1am FOOD

Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange /Jameson / Glendalough Poitin / Paddy’s Whiskey / Powers Whiskey SPONSORSHIPS

Padraig Pearses / Melbourne Rose of Tralee / Australian Irish Welfare Bureau / Melbourne St Patricks Day Festival / The Irish AFL Harmony Cup Team / The Irish AFL World Cup Team

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Private Functions / Fox Sports The Snug Public House offers a little piece of Ireland in the heart of Brunswick Melbourne. Open 7 days, Irish owners Micheal and Kim Lynch provide authentic Irish cuisine in a warm friendly environment. With Live music on weekends and all your GAA, Rugby and football from home shown on Fox Sports, its well worth a visit and you’d never know who might drop in!

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VICTORIA / FLEMINGTON

THE QUIET MAN IRISH PUB RACECOURSE ROAD, FLEMINGTON www.thequietman.com.au

PHONE

03 9376 6232

EMAIL office@thequietman.com.au FOOD

Lunch time: Monday to Thursday: 12pm-2pm, Friday & Saturday: 12pm-3pm, Sunday: 12am-5pm Dinner time: Monday to Thursday: 6pm-9pm, Friday & Saturday: 6pm-10pm, Sunday: 6pm-9pm

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson / Barryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tea / Clonakilty Pudding ENTERTAINMENT Contemporary Irish Music / Trad Session / Irish Set Dancing / Singers Club / Trivia /Private Functions The Quiet Man is in Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup. Renowned for its Irish hospitality and commitment to Irish traditions. The restaurant is the nucleus of the venue and you can be guaranteed excellent value for your money. The menu choice is quality and quantity focused. Live music from Friday to Sunday. The venue offers an environment conducive to all age groups. Winner of many hospitality industry awards.

Only fifteen minutes on 57 trams from the City.

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VICTORIA / MELBOURNE

THE CELTIC CLUB 316-320 QUEEN STREET, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000 www.celticclub.com.au

CONTACT

Ronan Lynch

PHONE

03 9670 6472

EMAIL info@celticclub.com.au MEMBERSHIPS

Full Memberships $25 / Social Memberships $10

OPENING HOURS Open seven days. Fri-Sat until late FOOD

Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes / Fantastic daily specials

IRISH PRODUCTS Guinness / Kilkenny / Magners Irish Cider / Irish Whiskey Selection / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Barry’s Tea SPONSORSHIPS

Wolfetones GAA / Rose of Tralee Melbourne / The Green and Gold Army

ENTERTAINMENT Live music every Thursday, Friday and the first Sunday of every month / Fox Sports / BeIN Sports Located in the heart of Melbourne, The Celtic Club is Australia’s first Irish Club and has been providing a warm Irish welcome ever since 1887. Here at The Celtic Club we offer fantastic function facilities, a la carte restaurant dining and a delicious Irish-influenced bar food menu. We have four giant screens for sporting events including All-Ireland GAA Championships, Six Nations Rugby, Rugby World Cup, AFL, soccer matches and much more. For more information regarding what’s on at The Celtic Club check out our website at www.celticclub.com.au

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VICTORIA / MELBOURNE

THE LAST JAR 616 ELIZABETH STREET, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000 www.thelastjar.com.au

CONTACT

Siobhan Dooley

PHONE

03 9348 2957

EMAIL thelastjar@bigpond.com OPENING HOURS Tue-Sun: 12pm-1am. Closed Mondays FOOD

Bar food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider/ Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson ENTERTAINMENT Live entertainment / Session / Private Functions “Like eating at your Granny’s, except there are beers on tap.” Traditional dishes include crubeens, brawn, Irish stew, Dublin coddle and a full Irish breakfast. Everything is made in-house including the breads, butter, sausages and bacon. Eat in the farmhousekitchen-style dining-room, at the bar or in the cool, hidden beer garden!

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VICTORIA / MELBOURNE

P.J. O’BRIEN’S & SIDE BAR, SOUTHBANK GROUND FLOOR, SOUTHGATE RESTAURANT & SHOPPING PRECINCT, SOUTHBANK, MELBOURNE

CONTACT

Aoife Reilly

PHONE

03 9686 5011

www.pjobriens.com.au

EMAIL melbourne@pjobriens.com.au OPENING HOURS 11am until late every day FOOD

Lunch and Dinner is available every day, Private Functions available, Oyster Bar

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Cosgriff School of Irish Dancing / Melbourne Rebel Tom Sexton

ENTERTAINMENT Live Music seven nights / No cover charge / BeIN Sports and Fox Sports on the big screen and plasmas Located in the heart of Southgate, P.J.O’Brien’s is one of Melbourne’s longest standing authentic Irish pubs and a favourite destinations for locals and visitors.

Whether you are after a quiet beer, a comforting meal, after-­‐work drinks served with freshly shucked oysters or all of the above with some excellent Live music, we have you covered every single night of the week. Adjoining the pub is P.J’s Sidebar, open seven days and nights a week as an oyster and whiskey bar and available to hire for private and corporate functions. Don’t miss our massive St Patrick’s Day Party each year. No cover charge on any night.

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VICTORIA / RICHMOND

PINT ON PUNT 42 PUNT ROAD, WINDSOR (ST KILDA JUNCTION) www.pintonpunt.com.au

CONTACT

Evan Mahony

PHONE

03 9510 3310

EMAIL admin@pintonpunt.com.au OPENING HOURS Late opener at weekends, open till 1am FOOD

Bar Food / A La Carte Restaurant / Lunch / Dinner / Irish-inspired dishes

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Jameson SPONSORSHIPS

Sinn Fein GAC / St Kilda Celts Soccer Club / Tayto Touch Rugby Team

ENTERTAINMENT Live music (Irish) / Live music (other) / Trivia / Private Functions / Karaoke / FoxSports The Pint on Punt is a traditional Irish bar loved by locals and travellers alike located at St Kilda Junction. Known as ‘the local away from your local’ you’ll feel at home amongst the classic timber work and warm atmosphere. With exceptional counter meals at affordable prices and different entertainment on each evening, don’t be surprised if you find yourself staying a little longer than planned. Get the gang together today, join in on the banter with our friendly staff and enjoy the quality service.

Backpackers accommodation available from $24 per night.

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VICTORIA / TULLAMARINE

P.J.O’BRIEN’S, MELBOURNE AIRPORT LEVEL 1, TERMINAL 3 MELBOURNE AIRPORT www.pjobriens.com.au

CONTACT

David Cappelli

PHONE

03 9330 0946

EMAIL airport@pjobriens.com.au OPENING HOURS 7am until late every day FOOD

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner everyday

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson ENTERTAINMENT The passing crowd… and a bit of plane spotting!

When you touch down at Melbourne Airport make sure you clock up a couple of Frequent Flyer Pints. Leave enough time to tuck into a delicious Irish Stew washed down with the best beer at Melbourne Airport. It’s a great meeting place when picking up or saying goodbye to friends or relatives. Visit P.J. O’Brien’s at Melbourne Airport next time you’re there (located next to McDonalds)!

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA / NORTHBRIDGE

THE CURE TAVERN 73 FRANCIS ST NORTHBRIDGE www.thecuretavern.com.au

CONTACT

Marguerite O’ Dwyer

PHONE

08 9227 9055

EMAIL marguerite@thecuretavern.com.au OPENING HOURS Sun-Thurs: Until Midnight. Friday-Saturday: Until 1am FOOD

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Mondays: 49% off meals from 5pm - 8pm. Tuesdays: $10 meals. Wednesdays - $15 Meal and Pint. Thursdays: $12 Steak Dinner. Fridays: $10 ‘4 in 1’ and Pint.

Saturdays and Sundays: Full Irish and Full Menu all day

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Jameson / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange/ Rock Shandy SPONSORSHIPS

Perth Shamrocks Hurling Club / Claddagh Association

ENTERTAINMENT Live music seven nights a week / Sunday Session / BeIN Sports / FoxSports / Private Functions / Karaoke / Open music session every Thursday The Cure Tavern is officially the top-selling Magners outlet in the country.

A traditional Irish Bar and Restaurant located in the bustling suburb of Northbridge, Perth. Renowned for its Irish hospitality and commitment to Irish traditions.

We are open seven days a week serving delicious, hearty “moreish” cuisine. The next time you’re in the mood for a craic-ing good time, The Cure Tavern is the place to go!!!

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA / WEST LEEDERVILLE

J.B. O’REILLY’S 99 CAMBRIDGE STREET, WEST LEEDERVILLE www.jboreillys.com.au

PHONE

08 9382 4555

EMAIL oreillys@iinet.net.au OPENING HOURS Mon-Sat: 11am-12pm, Sun: 11am-10pm FOOD

Restaurant: Lunch / Dinner: Mon-Thur: 12pm-2.30pm / 5pm-9pm. Fri-Sat: 11am-9.30pm / Sun: 11am-9pm.

Book online. Groups and children welcome.

Bar food available all day.

IRISH PRODUCTS Magners Irish Cider / Guinness / Kilkenny / Tayto Crisps / Club Orange / Club Rock Shandy / Black and White Pudding SPONSORSHIPS

Shamrock Rovers / The Whole Force / Rose of Tralee

ENTERTAINMENT Live Music: Wed: Irish Session. Thurs: Rhys Wood and Nigel Healy. Fri: The Healys. Sat: Some Craic. Sun: Smithereens.

FoxSports J.B. O’Reilly’s - named after the famed Irish poet, journalist and Fenian rebel - has been a huge hit in the West Leederville area since 1993. That’s over 20 years of delicious food and quality Irish tipple. We are a family-run business with a regular and friendly local clientele – we value our customers, and are always eager to please – a sure sign of a real local. Our restaurant is separate to the main bar, which makes for cozy and private dining. Service and quality is our hallmark here and our team wishes you a happy experience every time you visit. Also feel free to check out the delicious drinks at our bar, before, during, or after your dinner.

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VICTORIA / BRUNSWICK

VICTORIA / SOUTH YARRA

BRIDIE O’REILLY’S

BRIDIE O’REILLY’S

29 SYDNEY ROAD, BRUNSWICK

462 CHAPEL STREET, SOUTH YARRA

PHONE

PHONE

www.bridieoreillys.com.au

www.bridieoreillys.com

03 9387 2600

03 9827 7788

EMAIL bridiesbrunswick@dephospitality.com.au

EMAIL bridiessouthyarra@bigpond.com

Bridie O’Reilly’s Brunswick prides itself on great customer service, incredible weekly entertainment, a wide range of beers and wine, full TAB betting facilities, sensational food – seven days lunch and dinner, including our legendary weekly meal deals – and the latest and greatest sport live on many big screens. Bridie’s is the perfect space for your next function, business meeting or birthday. So whether it’s a lazy day soaking up the sunshine in our expansive beer garden, enjoying a meal with family or friends or dancing up a storm on the dance floor… Bridie’s Brunswick is the ultimate destination for your next day/night out!

Bridie O’Reilly’s is Melbourne’s original Irish Pub. Bridie’s prides itself on great customer service, a wide range of beers, traditional Irish meals and live entertainment in a cosy and inviting atmosphere. Bridie’s offers food and drink specials every day of the week. The weekend also sees live bands and live sports action, with both Fox Sports and BeIN Sports for our world football fans. And don’t forget, our function space can be booked for your next party, conference or business lunch! Come on over, grab a pint of Guinness from one of our friendly staff, and get mixed up in the atmosphere that is Bridie O’Reilly’s.

VICTORIA / WEST MELBOURNE

WESTERN AUSTRALIA / PERTH

THE DRUNKEN POET

FENIANS IRISH PUB

65 PEEL ST, WEST MELBOURNE

221 ADELAIDE TERRACE, PERTH

PHONE

PHONE

www.thedrunkenpoet.com.au

www.fenianspub.com.au

03 9348 9797

08 9425 1634

EMAIL thelastjar@bigpond.com

EMAIL h1764-fb2@accor.com

The Drunken Poet is a pub like you’d find in Ireland, rather than an ‘Irish pub’. This little, cozy pub is always packed with regulars, from all walks of life. The focus is on live original music (although the jukebox is kick-ass!) and the artistic atmosphere is enhanced by the walls which are adorned with the many famous faces of Poets. As ‘The Poet’ slogan says “No TVs, No Shamrocks, No Bull”!

Fenians is Perth’s original authentic Irish pub. Opened in 1987, it has developed a range of great ales, lagers, ciders and stouts on tap to offer something for everyone. With the outdoor terrace area, two big screens and live entertainment five nights a week, Fenians is the perfect place in the city for corporate sundowners, to meet friends, or just unwind after work. The extensive bar menu is available throughout the day and staff from around the globe will ensure a great time is had by all.

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VICTORIA / ST KILDA

NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY

THE FIFTH PROVINCE

THE GAELIC CLUB

3/60 FITZROY ST, ST KILDA

64 DEVONSHIRE ST, SYDNEY

PHONE

PHONE

www.thefifthprovince.com.au

www.gaelicclub.com.au

03 9534 4005

02 9212 1587

EMAIL info@thefifthprovince.com.au

EMAIL info@gaelicclub.com.au

Located in the heart of St Kilda on Fitzroy St, the Fifth Province is Melbourne’s newest authentic Irish bar offering a warm, relaxed and friendly atmosphere with live music Wednesday to Sunday. We serve authentic, freshly-made Irish food seven days a week with a variety of savoury Irish dishes from our lunch and dinner menus. Only a stone’s throw from the St Kilda tram line, it’s the perfect place for a quiet pint, a tasty meal or a lively music session. You’ll always be sure of a warm, friendly welcome from the crew at the Fifth Province.

The Gaelic Club, Sydney, is a culture and entertainment club for the Irish and those of Irish heritage and their friends. The club is a unique space next to Central Station, so it’s easy to get to and easy to get home from. Our guests tell us walking through the doors feels like home. With the shortest keg lines in Sydney, the Club is also renowned for the best pint of Guinness in town!

SOUTH AUSTRALIA / ADELAIDE

WESTERN AUSTRALIA / SUBIACO

IRISH CLUB

IRISH CLUB OF WA

13-15 CARRINGTON STREET, ADELAIDE

61 TOWNSHEND ROAD, SUBIACO

PHONE

PHONE

EMAIL irishclubsa@bigpond.com

EMAIL irish1@irishclubofwa.com.au

The Irish Club is a meeting place for Irish people, their friends and visitors from Ireland - everyone is welcome! The hall is open each Friday night with live traditional music. Events throughout the year include dinners, quizzes, band nights, bush dances, céilís and social evenings. The Irish Club also hosts a Gaelic language classes and an Irish library.

Everyone is welcome at the Irish Club. It is a home away from home for many people. Our welcoming staff will make you feel right at home and with our extensive range of beers and our brand new food menu, we guarantee you will enjoy yourself!

Located in Subiaco, just ten mins from Perth CBD, the Irish Club is a home from home for locals and visitors alike!

www.irishclub.org.au

www.irishclubofwa.com.au

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QUEENSLAND / BRISBANE

AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY / CANBERRA

IRISH MURPHY’S BRISBANE

KING O’MALLEY’S

175 GEORGE ST, BRISBANE

131 CITY WALK, CANBERRA

PHONE

PHONE

www.irishmurphys.com.au

www.kingomalleys.com.au

07 3221 4377

02 6257 0111

EMAIL chris@irishmurphys.com.au

EMAIL info@kingomalleys.com.au

Irish Murphy’s is a landmark pub in the heart of Brisbane.

Decked out in authentic Irish style, the relaxed atmosphere is perfect for a casual drink, bite to eat or late night party.

Boasting one of the best drinking balconies in Brisbane, the pub is open everyday from 10am, has a great $15 food menu, free live entertainment everyday, and the biggest and best Craic’n Sunday session in all of Queensland.

A must visit on your next trip to Canberra. This pub’s got a great beer garden and there’s always something going on.

King O’Malley’s has been voted Canberra’s Best Local Pub and the winner of the Australian Hotel’s Association’s Best Live Entertainment Venue. The owners say it is “home of Canberra’s best Guinness!”

NEW SOUTH WALES / ROZELLE

QUEENSLAND / BRISBANE

THE MERTON HOTEL

MICK O’MALLEY’S IRISH PUB

38 VICTORIA RD, ROZELLE

WINTERGARDEN, QUEEN ST MALL

PHONE

PHONE

www.themertonhotel.com.au

www.mickomalleys.com.au

02 8065 9577

07 3211 9881

EMAIL info@themertonhotel.com.au

EMAIL functions@mickomalleys.com.au

The Merton Hotel is Irish-owned and run and located in Rozelle. There are no poker machines. We offer a relaxed atmosphere where people can catch up with friends. We promote live music and Irish bands. We pride ourselves on the Guinness and beer we serve. The Bistro offers fresh flavoursome pub food accompanied by a great wine list.

A country pub just a stone’s throw from the city with B&B accommodation upstairs!

Our great location in the heart of the city lets every day Australians experience the Irish charm. Coming to O’Malley’s is like stepping into a true Irish Pub, filled with the smells of our Guinness and delicious food ready to warm you up.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA / HACKHAM

MOUNT ISA / QUEENSLAND

MICK O’SHEAS

MOUNT ISA IRISH CLUB

MAIN SOUTH RD, HACKHAM

19TH AVENUE, MOUNT ISA

PHONE

PHONE

www.mickosheas.com.au

www.theirishclub.com.au

08 8384 6944

07 4743 2577

EMAIL

EMAIL info@theirishclub.com.au

The pub is nestled in the southern vales only a 45-minute drive from Adelaide. This area is the gateway to the well-known McLaren Vale wine district and the Fleurieu Peninsula. Mick O’Shea’s has much to offer with a full a-la-carte restaurant, lounge bar, beer garden, outdoor entertaining area, gaming room and accommodation, making it an ideal venue for any occasion large or small.

On March 17, 1955, at the second annual St Patrick’s Day Dinner held at the old Argent Hotel a group of Irishmen discussed the possibility of establishing an Irish club in Mount Isa, Queensland. A few days later a meeting was held and the groundwork for the Mount Isa Irish club was laid. The first Irish club – a very humble galvanized weatherboard building – was built and ready for opening for St. Patrick’s Day 1956. Since then, the Irish club has become an integral part of the Mount Isa scene and indeed has developed into one of its icons.

QUEENSLAND / TOWNSVILLE

WESTERN AUSTRALIA / MANDURAH

MOLLY MALONES

MURPHY’S IRISH PUB

87-95 FLINDERS STREET, TOWNSVILLE

43 MANDURAH TCE, MANDURAH

PHONE

PHONE

www.mollymalonesirishpub.com.au 07 4771 3428

www.murphysirishpub.com.au 08 9535 2666

EMAIL mollymalones@bigpond.com

EMAIL info@murphysirishpub.com.au

Molly Malones, situated in the heart of Townsville’s nightlife district, is a little piece of Ireland. Seven different beers on tap, happy hour every night from 9pm, four different bars, gaming lounge and a new dining menu which includes Irish favourites.

Murphys Irish Pub is situated along Mandurah’s Eastern Foreshore. It is open from 11am till late everyday and offers a delicious selection of food and beverages. Towards the evening you can expect a large variety of entertainment from live bands to trivia nights and karaoke competitions. Plus, a free bus from the train station drops you right at the front door!

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QUEENSLAND / PROSPERPINE

QUEENSLAND / BRISBANE / RIVERSIDE

O’DUINNS IRISH PUB

PIG ‘N’ WHISTLE RIVERSIDE

31 MAIN STREET, PROSERPINE

RIVERSIDE CENTRE, 123 EAGLE ST, BRISBANE

PHONE

PHONE

www.oduinnsirishpub.com.au

pignwhistle.com.au

07 4945 1026

07 3832 9099

EMAIL oduinnsirishpub@bigpond.com

EMAIL riverside@pignwhistle.com.au

A taste of Ireland in the Whitsundays since 2006. Irish owned and operated, O’Duinns is a home-from-home, our patrons say.

The Pig ‘N’ Whistle is a famous institution among Queensland and Brisbane pubs for its service, quality of food and beverages, commitment to showing international sport live and fun atmosphere. We cater for a wide variety of customers, from corporate, to birthday parties, to sports fans, to people just wanting a fun night out.

NEW SOUTH WALES / LIVERPOOL

NEW SOUTH WALES / SPRINGWOOD

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH PUB LIVERPOOL

PJ GALLAGHER’S IRISH PUB SPRINGWOOD

CNR MOORE ST & MACQUARIE STREET, LIVERPOOL

112 MACQUARIE ROAD, SPRINGWOOD

PHONE

PHONE

www.theliverpoolhotel.com.au 02 9602 0086

www.pjgallaghers.com.au

02 4751 4488

EMAIL info@theliverpoolhotel.com.au

EMAIL ann@gallagherhotels.com.au

PJs Liverpool is a local watering hole favourite! Join the crew for Happy Hour daily, or sit back and enjoy the weekly live entertainment from Irish and local musicians, or catch the action of your favourite sports events on our big screens!

Adjoined to the Ori Cafe, PJs Springwood offers locals and visitors a warm and charming venue to get-­‐together with friends for a few beverages while taking in live entertainment in the beer garden, sing along during our weekly karaoke or catch the action of your favourite sports events on our big screens!

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QUEENSLAND / BRISBANE

WESTERN AUSTRALIA / PERTH

THE IRISH CLUB

THE SHED

175 ELIZABETH STREET, BRISBANE

69-71 ABERDEEN STREET, NORTHBRIDGE,

PHONE

PHONE

www.queenslandirish.com

www.the-shed.com.au

07 3221 5699

08 9228 2200

EMAIL info@queenslandirish.com

EMAIL info@the-shed.com.au

The Irish Club - original and authentic – is the residence to the Queensland Irish Association. Despite being recently placed in voluntary administration, the club remains open for business.

Consistently one of Australia’s top Guinness outlets, the Irish Club is a focal point for the Brisbane Irish community.

The Shed is a multi-award winning venue for Excellence in service and is situated in the heart of Perth’s entertainment precinct. The venues popularity revolves around great service, great food, function facilities, Sports bar, large beer garden and live bands featuring both local, interstate and international acts. Reopening soon after extensive renovations, the Shed is Irish owned and operated.

NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY

NEW SOUTH WALES / SYDNEY

TRINITY BAR

THE WILD ROVER

505 CROWN ST, SURRY HILLS

75 CAMPBELL ST, SURRY HILLS

PHONE

PHONE

www.trinitybar.com.au

www.thewildrover.com.au

02 9319 6802

02 9280 2235

EMAIL admin@trinitybar.com.au

EMAIL kimmy@8hospitality.com.au

Since 1998, the Trinity has a great reputation for famed food, friendly service, and an inviting atmosphere. The Trinity is a traditional bar with an ‘Irish’ influence named after Trinity College Dublin. Sip on one of our select craft beers, chat with friends, and watch the hustle and bustle of Sydney’s famous Crown Street on our popular outdoor terrace, or chill out and savour a cocktail in our laid-back Upstairs Bar.

An Irish/New York inspired small bar in the hip inner-city suburb of Surry Hills. The owners describe The Wild Rover as “a foot stomping, swashbuckling riotous escape from pomp.

An Irish folk barn with a touch of New York chic, set in an unassuming clothing store, hidden from street view...”

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