Pouring Creamy Pints...

Place is done up but Diageo should send someone round to collect their signage. What they're serving is MicroDraught from a can, and look, fair play to the guy for timing it, but calling this an Irish pub is a stretch. “Can good.” New category.

One of the better French pints I’ve had. Gent poured it right. Owner at the end of the bar, crowd happy. Gravity glass. A bit of lacing. Had that caramel shaded, thick mousse. Bit cold. Knew it was going to be a good one. Well played.

Late lunch at Fighting Cocks (name comes from the local GAA team). First pint after a boat, so had to have two. Pretty basic but the barman was a keeper. For Guinness, Whitewalls Pub down the road is better. Or the legendary Redmond's.

A top 20 pint for me. Anywhere. Molly is a good character. It’s a proper country bar. Her Guinness has all of the complexity you’d hope for. An effortless pour with superb lacing and finish. Wish I lived closer.

The last time I was here, I was drinking with guards, so wasn’t in snap a pint mode. Only took this, for some reason. Rovers pub. Historically a republican bar but now good craic. They serve a spot on pint that i prefer to Railway down the street.

Foley’s serves a gorgeous pint. I was in just before they put the price up, so it was even sweeter at 5.40. Class landlady. Fun day-drinking crowd. A lovely, slightly effervescent Guinness with a solid, complex coffee linger. Another good Sligo one.

Appropriately named, given the Sligo terminal, the Railway is a fine looking pub. Can be quiet. Serves a bit of food. It’s a decent pint that looks fine when poured. Sligo is tough: this isn’t a standout Guinness. Weak finish. Trying another day.

In downtown Enniskillen, Charlie’s and Blakes are best known for their Guinness. I prefer the vibe and pint here. Friendly regulars and barmen. Run by the daughter now. It’s a gorgeous drink here. Not flashy. Just accurate.

Loaded with kitsch. They have a spot in Belfast too. This place is quiet during the day. Despite this, the pour was rushed and below the rim. Ice cold. Unexpectedly, a proper flavor. Weak finish. Slight lacing. Okay for one.

The Mayfly is a warm hub in Kesh. Swaths of locals on a Sunday. Big restaurant in back. The Guinness is the right temp but the glasses are shiny. Bishop’s on the first but better second. Flavor a bit thin. Fine enough pub.

The Lantern was a bit of a white whale for me. Only open weekends, starting late (when the light’s on). Doesn’t look like a pub outside. Tonight, after the rugby, your man delivered. Three gorgeous, domey pints. Rich. Superb in most ways.

McIntyre’s Bar is the only afternoon pub in Dunkineely. They did up the front but it’s all original inside. On a nice day, a lot of outdoor space. In winter, a coal fire going. Great staff, locals, and a mythical type of Guinness. Beautiful flavor.

The Pier is underneath the Tara Hotel. It was redone a few years ago, all Irish Pub Co. style. Paddy is a friendly barman. The pint was a bit warm and lacking character. Weak lacing and a giant collar. Not bad for a hotel. Fair price.

A sprawling place. Bar up front, restaurant in the back. Only ever been there for lunch, but the pints are passable. Sometimes nice pours, but results vary. Prototypical restaurant pints in Ireland: wash issues, maybe a dome, cold, etc. Food is okay.

Came here based upon El Jefe’s review. A Nicholson’s pub, one of their massive collection, with a solid pint. Had to sit on the terrace. Pour was great, even though the bar was busy. Lovely lacing. Finish was decent. No complaints.

Tucked away on a side street below The George. Busy spot. Crowd was happy. First pint was rough but the second improved. Okay flavors but bubbles and no lacing. Scent and flavor weak. Drinkable but lacking.

One of the Nicholson’s pubs, nestled next to Covent Garden. We were here on a whim while waiting for dinner. Strong flavors with a solid pour. Details were fine. Not a legend but after a funky Open Gate tour, this was oddly satisfying.

In Leicester Sq, it’s tricky to find an independent pub. Gave up—because rain—and went into this Greene King pub. Saw a woeful photo on GMap but you do what you can. Surprise: okay timed pour, temp fine, and lacing okay. Could have been worse.

Bustling chain pub with a nice pour. The glasses are industrially cleaned so don’t expect much. Chatty staff. Flavor not awful. Temp and head okay enough. This is not a destination Guinness, but it’ll do if you’ve nowhere else to go.

Brightly lit but still inviting. Friendly crowd. No Dickens connection like their neighbor. Guinness was popular. Pours were decent. Lacing was okay. Glasses seemed to have a bit of coating. Velvety with a nice finish. Good temp. Not bad at all.

Seven Dials has a fun option for Guinness. It’s a decent pint. Good glass, texture, and flavor. Bit of a fast pour. Not a stunning pint but it’s a lively pub spot with a diverse crowd. Enjoyed the combo.

After a dodgy pint around the corner, Ganton was an absolute treat. Poured well. Great glass. Lacing elegant. A super nice flavor. Very busy. International crowd with a good number of Guinness drinkers. This was a surprise. I’d recommend for SoHo.

O'Neill's is a chain and not a destination, but it was lashing out, so in we went. Another giant-headed, London Guinness that wasn’t poured well. There was no fixing this. Walked away when the rain stopped.

Mobbed. Part of the massive Fuller’s chain. Shamrock and massive foam but proud of the rim. Barely any lacing. Glass issue. Taste was subpar. I’d suggest something else.

The exact opposite of a chain pub. Quirky, good grimy, with a day drinking crowd. Despite a non-orthodox pour and a massive head, the flavor was a winner. Glass great. Lacing galore. And, for London, a fair price.

The White Hart bills itself as the oldest license in London, dating back to 1216. Dubious claims aside, the front area is grand. Back is a bit of a kip. Pint is weak. Pour wasn’t good. I think this one is passable so I’ll skip the details.

#4 on Publican Enemy’s 2025 list. On a Monday, we made our way to Deptford. I agree with Sam: great craic. Pint superb. Uniquely: Guinness, Beamish, and Murphy’s. They’re 100/100 on the f’d pubs app so happy to support them. We loved the place.

Part of the Young’s chain, this is a fine looking spot by the market. Very dog friendly. Kind barkeep. Poured perfectly. The pint was ice cold. Flavor and lacing suffered. A fun spot.

Part of a chain. Food menus on every table. It’s a restaurant primarily but had a great pour. She added a shamrock, so do with that what you will. Temperature fine. New glasses. Flavor safe. A good impression but no complexity.

Friendly, quiet pub with a single TV turned off. Food is draw. Guinness pour depends. No dome and some bubbles. Just a bit of lacing. Caramel notes are good and all good temp. Taste decent. I liked the manager so I’m willing to try again.

An absolute local. They have Guinness and that’s about all we can say. An ugly pour. Way too quick. Lacing of a non-stick pan. Alright temp can’t fix it. Flavor thin. If you need a stout, walk on.

They have proper glasses but I got this, for some reason. Only two of us drinking Guinness. It had some lacing and the flavor was hobbled. Too cold. I couldn’t recover from the glass. I did walk away from it and I’m not sorry.

Gorgeous pub and the pint is an absolute pleasure. Unbranded glass but cared for. Dry. Poured properly. Amazing stick. Lovely cake head with caramel. Sweet finish. Slightly too cold but close. Everything class. Right up there with Rising Sun.

One of the two pints on Columbia Road. Very popular order on a Sunday with the market. Table vulture busy. Didn’t finish. No lacing. The Royal Oak down the street was vaguely better.

Columbia Road, with its Sunday flower market, only has two choice ls for Guinness, along with The Birdcage. It’s a serviceable pint but barely any lacing and wrongly bitter at the end. Poured properly though.

Part of the Greene King empire. Known for being one of the narrowest buildings in London. Draws crowds. Its Guinness was created a lab: good enough while excelling at nothing. Poor glasses. Cold. Pours erratic. Fun night but not for the pints.

A solid pint from a pub that bills themselves as the West End’s best kept secret. Friendly. Busy but not mobbed for the rugby. Nicely poured. Fine dome. A good bit of lacing. Lovely end with a bit of a clinical body. Not complex but super drinkable.

Historic, independent pub with the match quietly playing and people chatting in their green velvet seats. English pies too. The Guinness is nicely poured and the barmen are great. Glasses right. Lacing. Good caramel head. Recommended.

Nicholson’s UK chain has a few pubs near Covent Garden but this one not a good choice for Guinness. Crater rim, too cold, and hardly any lacing. Bit of heresy but didn’t finish. Nice bartender. Probably better off with ales here.

Their windows say they have award-winning Guinness and they were slinging a lot of them. Heads a tad big but it worked. Cold, so coffee down a touch, but great, great finish and complex flavours. Superb glasses. Lacing ideal. An absolute shocker.

One of the 2,600 Greene King chain pubs, it’s a labyrinthine, historic spot. Pour was too quick, but the result was decent. Settled too quickly. Flavor middling. Glasses too clean. Minimal stick. A solid enough pint that caught me off-guard.

I like the Punch itself, but the pint isn’t strong. Good crowd and bartender. Pour: a fast two part. Below the rim. Why? Weak body and hardly a finish or lacing. Gas and glass issues. So, flawed but not awful.

The Ship was loaded. Hidden down an allery, middle of the day, still mobbed. Good on them. Friendly lot. A nice pint. Poured well enough. A bit of lacing. Missing the caramel in the foam and ending with a bit too much baking soda. Handsome pub.

Not a tourist pub. I think the bar is Formica. The old timers tend to gather in the back. Quite a friendly crowd of men and women. Don’t spend a lot of time in Arklow, but if I did, this would be the pint. Currently #17 in my top 50.

Culletons always seems feels a bar with a restaurant attached. They pour an okay pint. A few bubbles made it a bit gnomecore. Okay glass. A bit too cold. Lacing weak. Bonus though: the new food menu is class.

After a number of lunches here. Decent food. It’s a restaurant Guinness overall. All over the map but improved since the French bartender moved on.

Probably your best Guinness option in Cherbourg but if you’re feeling experimental, they have a fun beer selection. Pour okay but low and heady. Glass too squeaky. No stick. A watery tone with an oddly bitter finish. 10 euro outside of happy hour!

At this price, you’d have expect angels to deliver it. Not good in any way. In Cherbourg, you’re better off with a pint at Bayou or Diver for the vibe.

Of note: last there four years ago. Could have changed. A decent Guinness likely left undocumented as the picture was just before the musicians and the whiskey kicked in. Legendary music joint. Solid pours with few faults.

US mini chain known for spots like Las Vegas. Portland has hung in there. Never the best pint in town but it’s outlasted its better peers. Too cold, never great, but available for day drinking. Staff used to make it worthwhile.

Bishop’s collar, Paris pricing, and unpredictable pours. Fine place for junk food and fun crowds but not for contemplating a pint. I preferred it to the Galway Irish Pub south of the river though. Confirmed with multiple visits.

Bideluze is a busy, gorgeous bar with Murphy’s and Guinness signs out front. It’s a fun place to visit as long as you’re ordering anything but those. Everything was wrong with this pint but it was by no means undrinkable.

A basement bar open only at night. Dog friendly. Happy crowd. Bowls of free popcorn. Diverse beer selection but no wine. The first and second Guinness of the day, both with big collars. Spot on flavor and lacing. Poured well. Favorite in Salamanca.

Big, woody place. Sunday afternoon and no one drinking stout. The second best tasting pint in Salamanca. A bit of the grit you’d hope for. Too cold. Shamrock, unfortunately. New glasses from a dishwasher. Pour was fine.

Owned by a coop of 100 people, mostly expats. Rare to find Guinness in the area. Had the first pour of the day so followed it up (for the research). Gravity glass was left with no lacing. A fast pour. Okay bitterness and flavor. Not awful for PT.

Came here on the advice of Publican Enemy, who has the pub rated as #22 in the world. If you’re talking about the interior, maybe. Tried two. Both rushed pour, no settling, and no lacing. Gas and glass issues? I prefer O'Gilíns in Lisbon.

This isn’t an Irish pub but it does have a Guinness sign. It’s Bairro Alto priced, but elevated by the jocular folks and the window seat (if you can get it). Pour was legit so I don’t know how it ended up this way. Dodgy taste.

Good on them for not swiping an Irish name. Shows right up on Google Maps. I had zero hopes going in but—despite first impressions—it had a lot going for it. Sunk down normally. Some stick. Taste fine. Bit of a surprise.

The quirkiest pub in town. Decked out like an early 20th century theatre, with screens and red velvet. Bubbles, oversized head, and a strange pour. Some lacing, decent flavor. 5 euro bargain. Tried again a months later: same flavor, better pours.

Salamanca is overrun with “Irish” pubs. I counted 11. The Holy Cross has plenty of tchotchkes but nary a Guinness drinker. Timed pour came out sad and bitter. Baking soda. Bubbling head. Glass too clean. Tried again, no joy.

While the caña was adorable, at 5.5 for a pint, you’d be daft to stay small. Stunning price. Two-part pour but slapped. Hot tub on top. For Spain, though, the taste is top-notch. Forgave the Murphy’s glass because it least it wasn’t gravity.

Place is done up with great floors and a bunch of kitsch. A passable pint. I appreciated him pouring off the first one. Rushed. Bitter in a bad way. Bubbles and below the rim. Lacing okay. I think Ireland sent all of the new glasses to France.

Bit of a shocker. I don’t know when this happened, but somehow Wayne’s has the best pint in Nice. The South African mec had a decent pour. Taste close. It’s unmistakably French Guinness but I was happy to keep them coming despite the price.

An oddly mobbed spot in the hills above Grasse. Despite the Irish merch and Guinness banners, the pints sold here are rarely stout. It’s an average French one. Gravity glass. Poured in two quick, sad pulls. Taste is approaching okay.

The Port is better than the Vieux. If you like them ice cold, this is for you. Average taste. Even in winter, set to summer temps. Don’t expect fine pours. Sometimes enough foam to build a mattress. Good day drinking spot.

Never known for their Guinness (a shame because it’s such a lovely bar). Great owner and long-time staff but after all of these years, it’s still wacky pours and a raft of issues. Go Belgian, IPA, or wine.

I keep trying. Two-part pours but the staff churn, glasses, and temp are a problem. Below the rim and somehow flowing over? Taste can be fine. Depends on the gods. Oddly, the Port location is more consistent (not sure about Cannes).

A pricey but oddly okay pint along the park in Niort. Being France, I had low expectations. Gravity glass. Lot of bubbles and a cranky head, but the right temp. Flavor could be worse. Some stick. Round two was decent.

Popular restaurant. Only one by the Ringaskiddy ferry. Didn’t see the pour but the staff were lovely. Family run. Greeted by a funny girl of maybe 10 who led us to the garden. Cold with a gnome hat. A decent pint. Spot on but for the cauldron on top.

Maguires is a banging contender, overshadowed by The Dugout down the road in Blacklion. Barman is always good for a chat. Nice couple. The place is dog-friendly. In my top 50, knocked down a bit by its lack of grittiness and iffy lacing.

The Custom House has a fine looking bar that no one seems to sit at. Place is popular for the Sunday carvery. The staff is grand, and the pints are reliable (if lacking in details). It's a decent restaurant pour.

You wouldn’t come here for the Guinness, but when the food is lovely, you might give it a go. They have Dicey’s beer, which is a better option. I knew this was coming, but it matched the dish. I have no regrets.

Frank is a surveyor too. Beautiful bar. Drumkeeran has 250 people and four pubs (though Corner is on Sundays only). Properly poured pints that are well-liked. A bit clinical. Great crowd on the weekend and when the music is on.

I’d heard three things about the Railway: it’s a gentleman’s bar, the room is lovely, and the Guinness is class. Old-school Bundoran (next door to the legendary, long-closed Brennan’s). Class landlady. Glorious flavor. Fine pour. Favorite in town.

Oddly, not the cheapest in town as a neighbor is still at five euro. A fine afternoon crowd and a stunning pint. Banner outside seems just. The kind of Guinness where you’re a quarter in and already set for round two.

Pat’s is owned by a local hotel but the bar has been there since 1860. Kerri, the manager, poured a lovely one. This is my new category: business pints. Look fine, staff grand, nothing improper. Just lacks that top end.

The Patriot is big, bright, with a handsome bar and food. It’s the opposite of the close by Old Royal Oak. Daytime tourists from the gaol tour. I’ve never had a bad pint here but other reviews all over the map. Good but not a killer.

McNeill’s pub is a strange oasis of locals on the chaos that is Capel St. You cannot enter without conversation. You’ll be amongst a spate of Guinness drinkers. A strong pint. Nothing to fault. Beloved.

The Thatch is a gorgeous bar that mostly opens for tourist groups. They schedule session music for guests from the hotel down the road. A Gaelic Disneyland, of sorts. The pint suffers from sitting. Okay pour. Still recommended, if just for a look.

Busy brunch spot where wine is your best play. Never noticed Guinness on tap before today. My expectations were low so I wasn’t disappointed. No good scores here, sorry. Lovely people and killer food but it’s a hard no on the pint.

Out in the middle of nowhere, next to a kindly petrol station and a former pub, this one is a shocker for a country bar. Completely done up a few years ago. I need to grab a pic next time. Classic pours. Not why you’d be by here, but worth a stop.

Love a bar where they wind you up on entry. Also knocked for drinking my pint too early. It was hot and I was suffering. An exquisite pint, that in my defense, refused to settle. Great folks. Visit without hesitation. My favorite Rossie pub.

Just passing by and thirsty. Not our area. My notes being kind say just “pint was fine.” Didn’t eat. Despite reviews, not a tourist in sight. Garden was as lonely as the Guinness.

O’Neill’s used to be Paddy’s back in the day. There’s a story or two behind that, but if we’re only talking about the pints: okay to look at. I’ve given it a fair go over the years, but it’s a weak Guinness and you’re better off waiting.

Hate to stick up this photo as it doesn’t do it justice. I was the first of the day and your man had to pour a lot off. Never had such good flavor from a sad looking pint. Barman class. Been back since. Much better. Harbour Bar still tops in town.

The couple that run Max Bar serve a top-notch pint. I dislike photographing the lacing but this one deserved it. A full on coating. Delicious and worthy of three. A solid contender in Ballyshannon elevated by the craic.

I’ve tried the pint here several times and, after today, I still can’t recommend it. Poured well, looks right, but everything else has issues. Food is nice but pair it with a Lough Gill instead.

Molly’s is a nice looking bar but it’s mostly known for its meals. Always friendly. The lads pour generous pints but they’re missing on all counts. A decent restaurant Guinness nonetheless.

The Bridge Inn has one of the best restaurant pints in Ireland. It’s not surprising given that it’s a busy lounge. A big place with rooms to stay in, I always find the pours well done. A slight pepper finish. Temp A+. Great staff and food.

Unassuming place on Main Street, with an off-license to the left. Proper old-school breakfast. Bartender is a friendly guy. Very good pints of Guinness. Best in Beleek. All the details are there. Temp, taste, glass. Not top tier but close.

Biddy’s is a popular spot with drivers on the weekdays and families on the weekends. The old bar when a fire is on is grand. Pint is cheap. Bit much of a tonic finish, a bishop’s, and a clean glass. Top folk. Food is nice.

Have to add the pint photo, as this is Ballyshannon’s elusive pub (natch The Thatch). Only open on a third Saturday night, or when the festivals are on. It’s cared for by the son, who works in Dublin. Beautiful inside. Good pint when flowing.

I had three drinks here: the chaos that is Irn Bru, a Galloway Black, and maybe, three Guinness? Cracking bar lady and guests. I haven’t been back since 2022 but wanted to share it in case anyone is close. Go in. Well done pint. Total craic.

I’ve added the outside photo for now. This is one of many pubs where it’s too awkward to take a pic. I’ll update soon. Francis, the publican—latest of a long family tradition—is absolute class. Open nights Fri-Mon. A must have pint if you’re here.

A pint with lunch. The Guru liked it (not the town winner) but it’s too cold, lacks finesse, and finishes too clean. To me, this is an okay restaurant pour but the collar is a tell. They have 0.0 on tap, so there’s that.

Owen Roe O'Neill passed away in 2025. It’s now run by his family. His father, Frank, opened in 1929. Regulars just call it O'Neill‘s. A handsome, classic lounge. “No one talking over each other.” The pint is fitting: utter class. A wonder.

They do a bang up business with food and events. The Guinness is solid, especially for a restaurant. It’s well-liked by many. Glasses might have rinse aid (could be dishwasher related). Doesn’t affect taste much. Great owner.

An expansive bar that is all things: music venue, sports events, and weekend local. Open late on weekends, it’s a solid choice in Ballyshannon for Guinness. Very bankable.

The Rendezvous was a recommendation by a regular. Not a tourist bar but bumping on a match day. Guinness was popular enough. A nice setup and a saintly pour. If you like ‘em scruffy, this is the place. Sligo’s underdog gem.

Easky has only one pub. Luckily, it’s a delight. Spent a month in the area and it’s always fun to come back. Cash only but ATM in front. Pints have the caramel. Temp is perfect. Little lacing but no harm. Superb in all ways, including owners.

Gary runs a class pub and I’ve only ever had his pours. The Guinness is very good. Zero issues but not top tier. Big place that changes depending on the day and time.

I’d heard good things about the Guinness but it wasn’t as deadly as the fish and chips. Dishwashing issue perhaps. Nothing on the glass. Flavor was off. An IPA would have been a better choice.

Shoots is a Sligo institution. If I complained about the pint, I’d get roughed up by friends. Sligo punches above its weight and this is one of the reasons. Good owner.

The Hydro was The Beaver, which was The Bullfrog. It goes farther back to Josie’s. It’s a fun weekend music venue that serves a solid Guinness. Entertaining owner and Christie is good craic. Pours are excellent.

Fleet serves fantastic food and drink. I’d move here just for the coziness of this place (my wife finds the decor perfect). The Guinness can vary. Pretty good and never bad. Lot of TVs. Lovely staff.

Dicey’s has an extensive off-license and pizza out back on the weekends. The Guinness is a winner on many levels. They make their own stout too, if you’re looking for a diversion. Warm place with a coal fire in the winter.

Food is good. Pizza is good. Staff is happy. Dog friendly. Bizarrely bright; the exact opposite of Frank Ryan’s. A lacking pint in Dublin. Everything a bit dodgy. Fun place for everything but Guinness.

Elegant bar with food and whiskey, but also Guinness. A decent pour and flavor was fine. Flat head and the lacing was struggling. Tulip glass. For restaurant Guinness in Scotland, you could do a lot worse.

Run by his journalist son Billy Keane, this place is a bit of a legend. The pints are gobsmacking, but the authenticity and history are the draw. You cannot sit in this pub for a minute without chatting. The Guinness is beyond reproach.

A A wee bar that’s mostly about the horses. It’s incredibly friendly and on my top 20 list. His pints have no right to be that good. If you’re passing through Blacklion, and the door’s open, you need to go in.

Affordable and run by an affable landlady. Always locals there, even during the day. A solid, country Guinness if you’re passing through. Always poured well. Keep forgetting to snap the pint.

We’ve spent many a night in the world’s darkest bar. Closing it down once (they go full lights at the end). Many here for the pizza, but the pints are delicious. Not Walsh’s, but damn, it’s an unsung Guinness. So much character.

Sadly, the year-round Christmas decorations are gone. It's a storied pub, along Phoenix Park, that always draws a good crowd. The Guinness is a straight 4.1 but I’ve had so many family drinks here that I can give them props for consistency.

O'Donnell's sits next to Sean Og's. On a sunny day, everyone is out front. In the cold, the fire is on. Good craic. The pints are sublime. Just fun to stare at. This is a masterclass kind of Guinness. Great publican and staff.

Along the river, we were the only folks there. The kindly owner pulled a lovely pint and we sat outside in the garden. Guinness in a Murphy's glass, alright. A bunch of character possibly swayed by the sunlight. Ended up on my top 50 list.

All over the map depending on who is pouring. No one goes to Nice for this, so you take what you can. None of the “Irish” pubs in Nice are great. Luckily, Waka doesn’t bill itself as such. Nice terrace, so there’s that. In general, a mediocre pint.

Lyon isn't known for its Guinness but there are a few nice spots. This one is decent. Generally served properly (in new glasses). Prices are fair. Temp is good. Somewhat lacking all around, like most FR pints, but I was happily suprised.

The piazza is tourist central but the pub is an outlier with an owner that tries. The only halfway decent pint in Florence. Day 1: got over the glasses, ordered another. 2nd time: upped my count to three. Underwhelming but did the trick. Quite cold.

Probably the best in Lisbon. St Patrick's Day is mental but a solid crowd otherwise. Long-time owner. Friendly staff. The pints are consistent. Good set up and temp bang on.

Ian is a class publican. Always just him, always good for a chat. His Guinness has never left my top 30. . Still at five euro. Little to no presence on the web. Opens everyday around 5-6PM. Worth a drive, like I did today.

Farren’s is one of the best. I’ve only been twice, and both times they were serving food. As a pub, it pours an exceptional pint—truly without fault. As a restaurant, it’s outstanding. There’s always a fun crowd, and the place never seems to close.

Had many here. They'll do in a pinch in the winter. A bit unpleasant and more so as it settles. It's a weird one. Can’t quite pin what’s off. Pour and temp varies. Staff plays in. Plus, the glasses.

Dessie is the publican, the local undertaker, and a standup guy. Always a magical Guinness. Hours vary but late afternoon is your best bet and weekends are sure. Thatch is closed, so go around the left side, to the last door on the right. Top 25.

Sprawling indoor and outdoor venue. Lunch is fine. Given the Co. Cork location, had a Guinness and then a Murphy's (scored for the Guinness). Their pours were fine and the sun was out, so I'll forgive them both. No photo of the Guinness, in protest.

Yeah, it’s a Beamish. Sometimes you need a break and when in Cork… Cracking pub with a friendly staff. Impossible to be one and done here. Their Guinness is very nice. Proper. If you’re up the hill, this is the place to go for either.

Despite the name, I kept going back here. Given the location, they serve a passable pint. Too much head and inconsistent pours. If you’re desperate, this will do.

Le Requin Chagrin serves Guinness. That’s about all I have to say about that. Zero finish. Nice staff but you’re better off going Belgian.

Old Royal Oak is a proper local. Few tourists and often packed. Friends swear by the Guinness. I love the place itself. It’s not a legendary pint but beautiful flavor. Pours are consistent and the craic can be mighty.

It’s not surprising that Austie’s is a bar for most of the week, as it’s one of the best restaurant pints you’ll find. Laura is class. Sit in the old bar (which is also dog friendly). It’s a good looking and likable Guinness. Food is killer.

Only had one here so take this one with a grain of salt. The lacing was a bit odd so maybe dishwashing at fault. Baking soda. Everything a bit off but good temp. To me, a below average pint.

Taylor’s is in the Westend so it’s a little less touristy. A loud and expansive place with a fine beer garden out back. Always a great place to meet friends. Excellent pints and my favorite in Galway. I’ve had way too many here to critique them.

Sat outside with a pint and didn’t eat. The food has a good reputation, as does the pint. It was a quality pour but lacking in substance. Hardly any finish. It’d be a 4.8 on the restaurant Guinness scale though.

Whereas Teague’s is Ardara’s quiet pub, this place lives up to its name. Always busy, especially when the music is on. A fine looking pint that tends to be slightly cold. A bit too clean for me but still very, very good.

Had lunch here a few times and despite what Scotland offers, I kept choosing the Guinness. This was after seeing others order it. Good for a restaurant pint. Tiny bit flatter than usual and cold.

Popular tourist destination near Slieve League. Not a fan of the foam decoration. Never had a terrible Guinness here but they’ve always been lacking. It’s in my restaurant Guinness grouping.

If you go in, go to the wee bar on the right. Snug-like feel. Kind, family run place with textbook Guinness and mostly locals. One of my favorite pours anywhere. It stays in my top twenty. Tried to confirm Aug 2025 but they were closed.

Nancy’s is very popular for food. It was mobbed for lunch. Very good restaurant Guinness. Somewhat featureless overall, though. I preferred the pints at The Beehive and especially Teague’s Bar.

Big place. Spot for sports and music. A beautiful pint that’s always well-poured and typically excellent. Wonderful owner. Ballyshannon’s place for day drinking and horse betting. Tough to avoid a conversation here.

Yes, the photo is for a bottle of cava but it’s a better choice here. Super nice people but the Guinness isn’t worth it. The whole pint is wrong. One of two “Irish pubs” in town, neither of which is. Drink what the locals do.

I met a publican in Earley’s once who said that whenever his friends are in town, he brings them to Marian’s. One of the best anywhere. Otherworldly. So many great stories from this place. An essential Guinness in Ireland.

It’s almost not worth reviewing, given the legendary status of this place. One of the top pints anywhere and, after eight in a night, it keeps on giving. Always a fine crowd. It’s Glasnevin, so if you see a tourist, they’re in the know.

I love Jobim in Bairro Alto, Lisbon, for many things, but Guinness isn’t one of them. Don’t be too harsh, though. I knew this was coming, and I was in on the joke. Order something else and be happy. Great people.

Daragh’s mother Bernie is a Guinness surgeon and always a delight to chat with. The pints are often gorgeous but not consistent. A visually beautiful pub that is only open late on weekends.

Manor’s greatest pint. It’s another short tap line wonder. Spent a lot of time enjoying this cracking place. Owned by a farmer. Laura, the bartender, is a delight. Always happy to go back.

Stephen is a new generation publican. I have friends who only drink here because of the vibe. A good selection of local beers and current music draw a diverse crowd. The Guinness is fine but it’s tough being across the road from Marian.

Ellens Pub is the oldest pub in Sligo county. The thatched bar is a fine experience, but you’ll need a car. It is dog friendly ”when no kids are around.” The pints were gorgeous. No critiques. Just sitting out of the top 30.

The Hut is a hidden delight that tourists rarely haunt. My wife’s family’s local. Always an astounding pint (approaching Gravedigger’s). Had way too many here and they’ve never failed me. Joe, the owner, is absolute class.

There are three bars that claim to be Irish in Lecce. Ruben’s is the only one that serves a solid pint. Well-poured by a team that, with little English, evokes the spirit of the Irish pub. Wonderful spot.

Ballyshannon’s smallest pub. No TVs. Friendly crowd. The pint can vary but it’s often spot on. Smooth, at the right temperature, with a delicate flavor. Glasses nice. Balanced bitterness. Lovely pours typically.

Not a “take a pic of your pint” place. A quintessential local. Only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights (thank Jesus). No cards. Short tap lines, meticulous pours. Perfect. Butting up against Gravediggers. Phenomenal Guinness.

Moran’s serves food on the weekend. You’re better off to stop in during the week, when Mary, the kind matriarch, is working. Quiet pub with mystical quality pints. Faultless.

One of Ireland’s best pints and pubs. The owner Tom and staff are legends. Always swept into instant conversation. Timeless when it’s off-season, with a warm coal fire on the back bar. Never had anything less than a near perfect Guinness.

Beautiful historic bar with a split mentality depending on which side you sit. A tourist draw being next to the bus. Paul is a class owner with a superb staff. Pints bang on. Also has Dublin’s Changing Times on tap, if you fancy an experiment.