What a pub! A cosy spot nestled on Bridge Street, gets very busy at weekends but its all part of…read morethe atmosphere. The barman are brilliant, so friendly and accommodating, and you're not standing 4 deep from the bar to order a drink like other places. On Friday's they host a regular vinyl night from Turn It On, a pretty unique night out for Sligo and its consistently good - they mix it up with a range of different people playing their vinyl collections on the decks every week, it could be shoegaze one night, house another! There's always some sort of music night on here, on various nights of the week - they're quite active on social media, so check out their facebook page to see whats on. The drink prices are unbeatable, you'll have change from a tenner if you order two spirits (and a dash in each). There's a tiny wee smoking area down the back near the toilets, which is likely part of its attraction, so you're not left loitering outside the front door on the street - you still feel part of the place, by not leaving the building. The interior is standard for an Irish pub but there's a eclectic collections of curios behind the bar - reflecting the owner Paul's tastes, and by extension the cooler clientele it attracts - stickers from the famous Ace Bar in London for example. Its a really great night out if you're in Sligo, and you'll meet some interesting people here - of all ages.

From the owner: Furey's Pub Overview Close to the banks of the Garravogue…read moreFurey's Pub on Bridge St. is one of Sligo's Traditional Irish Pubs. Set in the Heart of the town, Furey's is a cosy pub frequented by locals and enjoyed by visitors and tourists alike. If you like a cosy ambiance with a lively atmosphere created by friendly conversation, then pop into Paul for a pint or two. Really friendly staff will shortly have you feeling at ease and the "craic" really begins at night when the music comes on. A great venue for live music from Traditional Irish to Blues you will have great memories of your visit to Furey's Pub.

It's a fun bar especially when they have entertainment. Drink and beer choices are good. Food is…read moremeh! The fried chicken and tacos are good. But the rest of the menu needs some upgrading. The bartender/ waitresses are friendly. The bar itself is COLD! We had difficulty just getting into the bar because the ice and snow had not been dealt with very well.

Guinness is fantastic, the atmosphere is just what you want in an Irish pub. This is the place to…read morebe when you're in Sligo. The service is welcoming and makes you feel like you belong/part of the community!

Great vibe! Saw some live music upstairs and had a great time dancing away! Liked the layout…read moredownstairs too, lots of cozy spots to sit with a group.

Incredible pours of Guinness. Cozy bar that isn't quite divey. Can bring outside food. Heaps of…read moregreat bartenders and amazing patrons

We had a good time at the chasing Bull. Can't imagine an unfriendly barman as mentioned by my…read morefellow writer. Ours suggested local beers and asked for our wellbeing more than once. Also on a Monday where all the other bars seemed asleep, we got great live music and a nice mix of people.

Big local pub (pretty sure the whole of Bundoran goes here before heading to Paris nightclub). The…read morevenue itself is on the main st, so very easy to find. THe inside is a typical pub, stools, tables, stage. They have an outdoor smoking area which is really great because it also has a cover for when it rains. The live band they had on saturday was incredible. The age is a bit young i .e I think majority were 18 - 21 years old. Drinks are pretty reasonable - i think it was 4€ (shows how good a time I had!), they also had fishbowls which i remember were 10 euros and was a great sharing idea to change it up from beer. But staff and locals really friendly, expect to not really understand the tipsy-drunk ones with the donegal accent. But was a good craic and definitely will be back here again!

Stop by the pub after doing a tour of Donegal castle. It must be really popular because the…read morefront was really packed with football fans. They were in there packed like sardines. Luckily this place have multiple rooms and we found a quite corner to drink our pint. Our bartender was really really friendly and gave out good pours

A great pub and must go to in Donegal! Atmosphere is the ideal pub setting. Servers friendly. Solid…read morebeer and drink selection. Walk is the front door and discover the meandering expanse to another street. Please don't pass it over.

Cozy ambience indoors, a well poured pint, and entertainment every evening. Enjoyed the live local…read moremusicians and the dancing was sweet, despite the tight quarters. Beautiful spot overlooking the river at t(e bridge. Service was fast and friendly despite the early evening crowd.

Can't speak for the food because we only got pints of Smithwicks and listened to the music of Sean…read moreMcGee but we had a grand time. Cigarette smoke from the patio was a bit much but loved the music. Place was packed after music started so get there early if you want a seat.

A friendly place with the usual selection of draught and bottled beers available. I was there on a…read moreFriday night around 9pm and was pleasantly surprised to get some free sandwiches and cocktail sausages that were being distributed around the bar. A welcome surprise that went well with my beer.

Terry's is great! I go there every time I visit Ireland. Terry is a gentleman and so is his son…read more The live music is fun, too.

Went here on a whim as it was on my way back to town…read more Ambiance was ok, it's a tavern and they're famous for their music didn't expect anything different than what it was. Three very young waitresses, poor listening skills, busy chatting with each other. They did get busy when a middle aged man showed up (owner?) ;-) Food ordered: fish and chips came with side salad. Chips arrived lukewarm and limp; fish ok; tartar sauce lacking any personality as did the side salad. Perhaps: come for the music not the food or service.

Had THE BEST time today! Fantastic live music, awesome service and great pub food. Love the vibe…read moreand history-the bar is part of Enya's family and the town is also known for Clannad! Grab a pint, some food and enjoy!

The whole townland of Maghery is going to take a contract out on my head for giving away THE best…read morekept secret in the world. i.e. The Strand Bar, a/k/a Packie James'. You will never make your way out here without secret directions given to you by a wee man standing on the corner of Main Street Dungloe and Quay Road Dungloe. Or you can use your "trusty" GPS or you can PM me for details and also some super tips about what to do or see out there in Maghery while you are in the area. It's the kind of place where you can quite "make the day of it". I have this thing about not writing reviews unless I have been a customer recently. Well, I was a customer here last week and this place is still the hidden gem it always was. If you are looking for a locals bar, this it is. This is the epitome of "local bar". In fact, I think the person who coined that phrase was actually sitting at the counter of this bar or snuggled up beside the fire when he/she thought of it. Why do I love this place? Throughout my life and while he was still able to drive, this was my dad's pub of choice. This was where he came to "get away". Some of us go to the South of Spain, some to the Ski Slopes of Switzerland. My dad? He went to Packie James'. HENCE...it was practically totally off limits to the girls in the family and the boys only went when invited. Otherwise, it was dad's place, his refuge. In the wintertime like last week..when it was freezing hard, they had a HUGE coal fire burning, which when contrasted with the red tartan carpet and blue upholstered chairs and stools makes for a very very country, cosy feeling. In situations like this, my advice is to park your car, take a brisk walk along Maghery strand just a few minutes walk west of the front door, and get yourself foundered enough to totally appreciate the fire and the hot whiskey (and you HAVE to order yourself a hot Whiskey or hot Port in a situation like this). In the summer you should wander farther afoot, maybe take a wee dander up the lane opposite, passing the tall famine walls and on out to Tearmainn to visit the ruins of a 6th centuary monastery founded by St. Crone or take a left and take a hike up the cliff road up to Crohy Head and the signal tower and breathtaking views. No Food. Pool table and dart board. Parking out front. Smoking room with seats. Picnic table and seats for outside drinking.

I hail from Edinburgh but have spent at least a fortnight the last 12 summers in Maghery or Dungloe…read morethe local town. The strand has been a fantastic place whether for a game of pool for the kids and a few day time drinks for the adults. Or a great night for all with local musicians playing away to the early hours in a packed pub. It also can be a great place to talk over the fly fishing catch of brownies where myself and Brother-in-law saw out three changes of bar staff in session of 10 hours. The locals are friendly the Guinness and Budweiser cold and smooth.A place of fantastic memories to be cherished .Not forgetting the wife and sister inlaw sneaking away from the cottage to sample the local wines and spirits.

A top place in Sligo with friendly people, music, and sport on the television…read more No food but the pints are tasty. An especially welcoming place for Rovers fans.

Lovely little pub in Sligo. Friendly guests and service, and good craic with the live music. Good…read moreGuinness!