- The Sky and The Ground (Wexford Town): A beloved traditional pub on South Main Street, Wexford Town, known for its vibrant atmosphere. Features a wood-panelled interior, a huge heated beer garden, and live music by local bands. Offers reasonably priced pub grub and a well-stocked bar with craft beers and whiskeys, giving it an old-school feel despite opening in 1996. Expect a cozy, lively pub with great pints, music, and a spacious outdoor area. Ideal for a night of craic or sports viewing, though it can be busy during weekends or the Wexford Opera Festival in October.
- Mary’s Bar (Wexford Town): A historic pub on John’s Gate Street, dating to 1775, one of Ireland’s most authentic traditional bars. Known for its unchanged, TV-free interior filled with antiques and no modern distractions, offering live music on Saturdays and Bank Holiday Sundays. Locals describe it as “home,” per Ireland Before You Die. Visitors can enjoy a pint of Guinness, local banter, and a nostalgic vibe with walls full of memorabilia. Perfect for a quiet drink or trad session, though it’s small and best for those seeking authenticity.
- Simon Lambert & Sons (Wexford Town): An award-winning gastropub on South Main Street, voted Wexford’s Pub of the Year in 2017. Houses an on-site brewery producing YellowBelly Beer, a smokehouse for BBQ food, and live music. Run by a family (two brothers and their sister as head chef), it blends history (since the 1800s) with modern craft offerings. Expect delicious BBQ meals (mains €12–€18), unique craft beers, and a lively vibe. Great for foodies or beer enthusiasts, though reservations are advised for dining during peak times.
- Maggie May’s Bar (Wexford Town): A traditional pub on Monck Street, known for its cozy and musical atmosphere. Hosts an award-winning beer garden, a log fire, and live music from local artists. Offers tasty pub grub, including dishes praised by Ireland Before You Die. Visitors can enjoy great pints, hearty food, and a warm, toasty setting in winter or a sunny courtyard in summer. Ideal for music nights or a cozy drink, though it’s popular with locals.
- The Crown Bar (Wexford Town): A modern pub in the Crown Quarter on Monck Street, recently renovated with three distinct bars. Features a Garden Bar, Cocktail Bar, and Craft Beer Bar, with live music every weekend and classic cocktails. Known for its party vibe and top-class service, per Ireland Before You Die. Expect a vibrant, multi-bar experience with great cocktails, craft beers, and music. Perfect for groups or events, though it can be noisy and crowded during weekends.
- T. Morris (Wexford Town): A historic pub on Monck Street, saved from closure in 2020 and now one of Wexford’s most traditional bars. Offers a classic interior with live trad music on Saturdays and seasonal Friday sessions in summer. Known for its covered beer garden and authentic charm. Visitors can enjoy a traditional pub with great Guinness, music, and a welcoming vibe. Ideal for trad fans or a relaxed pint, though it’s livelier during music nights.
- Bugler Doyles (Wexford Town): A traditional pub on Main Street since the 1850s, with guest accommodation. Features elegant wood panelling, long leather seats, and a sizeable covered beer garden. Offers live trad music on Saturdays, making it a craic-filled spot, per The Irish Road Trip. Expect a historic pub with great pints, music, and a cozy or outdoor setting. Great for a night out or as a base for exploring Wexford, though it’s busy during festivals.
- Kellys on the Corner (Wexford Town): A straightforward traditional pub at Main Street and Henrietta Street, popular for sports and food. Known for wood-fired pizzas, a fine range of beers, and live sports on TV. Keeps decor simple, focusing on craic and match-day vibes. Visitors can enjoy tasty pizzas (mains €10–€15), great pints, and a lively atmosphere during games. Perfect for sports fans or a casual meal, with a local crowd.
- Macken’s Bar (Wexford Town): A traditional pub in the Bull Ring, Wexford Town, with a distinctive turquoise exterior. Offers old-world charm, a warm welcome, and flower beds outside. Ideal for people-watching in summer or cozy pints in winter. Expect a charming pub with great Guinness and a friendly vibe. Great for a pint in the town center, though it can be busy during market days (Fridays/Saturdays).
- French’s Pub (Gorey): A historic pub on Main Street, Gorey, dating to 1775, a beloved North Wexford haunt. Renowned for serving Wexford’s best Guinness and legendary Thursday night trad sessions from 9:30 PM, attracting top musicians. Features a cozy, black-and-white frontage, per Ireland Before You Die. Visitors can enjoy superb pints, lively music, and a traditional atmosphere. Ideal for trad fans, though arrive early for seats during sessions. A 10-minute drive from Courtown Beach.
- The Strand Cahore (Cahore): An award-winning pub and restaurant on Cahore Pier, Ballygarrett, with over 80 years of history. Offers wood-fired pizzas, fresh seafood, and stunning coastal views. Known for its family-run charm and takeaway Hatch for ice cream or coffee, per Visit Wexford. Expect delicious food (mains €12–€20), great drinks, and pier-side views. Perfect for a meal after a coastal walk, though book ahead in summer. Requires a car (20 minutes from Gorey).
- Mary Barry’s (Kilmore Quay): An award-winning gastropub three miles from Kilmore Quay, known for its seafood. Offers ultra-fresh seafood, including lobster and oysters from a tank in summer, with an extensive menu. Praised by Georgina Campbell for its quality, per Visit Wexford. Visitors can enjoy top-notch seafood (mains €15–€25), a cozy vibe, and a coastal setting. Ideal for foodies after visiting Kilmore Quay, though reservations are recommended.
- Rackard’s (Enniscorthy): A traditional pub in Enniscorthy, near the River Slaney, dating to the 1790s. Known for its quirky antiques, a glassed-in terrace with Slaney and Vinegar Hill views, and a cozy interior. Popular with locals and tourists, per Ireland Before You Die. Expect a historic pub with great pints, unique decor, and scenic views. Great for a pint after exploring Enniscorthy Castle, though it’s small and can get crowded.
- Corcoran’s Bar (New Ross): An award-winning traditional pub in Irishtown, New Ross, known for its hospitality. Offers a cozy, family-run atmosphere, great Guinness, and a community vibe. Praised for its warm welcome. Visitors can enjoy excellent pints and friendly banter in a historic setting. Ideal for a quiet drink near the Dunbrody Famine Ship, with a local feel.
- The Swan Bar (Kilmuckridge): A modern-traditional pub in Kilmuckridge, one of the cleanest bars in the village. Known for its friendly staff, great pints, and sports on TV, with a pool table and darts. Offers a cozy atmosphere . Expect a welcoming pub with good drinks and a sporty vibe. Great for a pint after visiting Morriscastle Beach, though it’s rural and requires a car (20 minutes from Gorey).
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Ireland’s county Wexford combines coastal beauty with historic sites, with the Hook Lighthouse, one of the world’s oldest, offering scenic coastal views. The Irish National Heritage Park recreates ancient and medieval settlements, while Wexford’s beaches, like Curracloe, provide sandy shores for walking. Other attractions include the historic town of Enniscorthy and its castle. Wexford is Ireland’s 13th largest county by size (2,351 square km) and 14th largest by population (163,919). Population peaked at 202,033 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 83,308 in 1961. In terms of hospitality, Wexford is Ireland’s eighth most visited tourist county with around 229,000 international visitors per year.
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