Great joint.. super busy dive bar with live Trad after 6pm daily! Walking in, if you can... great circular bar surrounded by many tables.. this place is very popular so if you get a seat guard it with your life. Got a spot at the bar and they have a bunch of bartenders so service was very good then the music started... great traditional Irish music! Good spot for one or two Guinness but I wouldn't plan on much more, it's just too busy. Must see joint in Cork City/ talk later? read more

This was a great pub! We came for the Live Irish music and the music was fantastic. The musicians were very talented. The first floor is where they do the music and it's pretty small, so if you come for the music I would come early to snag a seat. The beer is also very good. I tried the Beamish which is a famous beer in Cork and it was not bad. read more

SinE - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

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Cosy little pub. They have a lot of live music, and service is pretty fast. No food I know of. Plenty of seating outside and inside but it can get tight if you get there too late in the evening. read more

This was a fun pub. They had live music in the evening and it amazes me how talented these musicians were. It's a cozy spot and has kitschy decor, which is everything we were looking for in a pub. It was close to our hotel too, which I really appreciated since it was cold and rainy that evening, so we needed a fun (dry) place to be. It has bar seating as well as a few tables (no upstairs area). Credit cards accepted. read more

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Visited this wonderful Irish pub when I was in Cork for a work trip. Our group had folks from all over the world and they wanted to see a traditional Irish pub and this was perfect. Live traditional music.. lovely ambience read more

I went here on the recommendation of the bartender at the Mutton Lane Inn. She mentioned that they have live music and characters at this place. There's a spot where old men will sit and it's their corner and she said it definitely wasn't a tourist trap. So I came here and I asked for recommendations as I tend to like really sweet drinks. They allowed me to sample one of their ciders which was really good. It was light sweet and creamy. I think it was one of their drinks that you can only find in Cork. The live music was great. I loved hearing the traditional music. This is definitely a place you shouldn't miss! read more

A very popular pub that was very busy on a Wednesday evening, but had cracking live music! The musicians seem like local friends that take up residence in a corner, playing lively music for those who'd like to listen and dance, or ambiance for friends catching up. You have to know what you'd like from the bar as it's very busy, but everyone is friendly and the vibe is great. read more

Great local pub in town, super tiny and quaint downstairs but big upstairs. Friendly bartenders, fresh cold beer, and great live local music (not the touristy pop American stuff you find elsewhere). What more can you ask for? Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and having fun with the music and drinks. I definitely would recommend to locals and visitors alike and will return on future trips. read more

Fun place to have a pint or a drink. The place was packed, we went in as a good and it was tight. But we had a ton of fun

It's a place where you need ears. Lots of smiles. Go to cork, go here. You'll love it.

Great little pub - friendly staff, interesting clientele, and usually some pretty good music. There is not a lot of room to roam since it is quite small. There is an area upstairs to relax, but I got the impression you were not supposed to bring drinks up there (not sure, I stayed downstairs on all my visits). I was by myself on my first visit and had no problem striking up conversations with folks at the bar. Now, that is not to say I understood everything they said - after a few beers the elderly gentleman's Irish accent got thicker, the music got louder, and my level of understanding got lower. It was fun, read more

I was unsure of this place when I walked in...it's very crowded and very hot. Still, we pushed our way to the back where the band was playing. That's when I have a change of heart about this pub. To be clear, by band I actually mean group of strangers that showed up at the bar with instruments. Apparently this is common practice in Ireland. If you want to have a jam session, you just show up and play. We stayed for a while, had a Guinness, and enjoyed the music. It's an experience I plan to enjoy each time I visit Ireland. read more

SinE - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

The atmosphere in this pub is always amazing. The setting is very cosy with old chairs and tables upstairs, even two older barber's chairs can be found upstairs! Lighting is always quite dim with candles lit on every table. All candles are placed in old whiskey bottles which really gives an old time feel to the place. The feeling you get is like being comfy at home! They have great trad sessions and the staff are always friendly and efficient. Walls and ceilings are adorned with old posters, postcards, photos, dollar bills from all over the world and any other memorabilia you can think of! It's very well heated pub , sometimes can get hot upstairs beside the radiators but the windows are always open for a lovely breeze to cool you down. I usually order a hot port , my favourite winter drink ! This place always gives me warm feelings, it's pure cork, like. :) read more

SinE - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

Hilary the bartender is the best!!! Come in for perfect Irish pub experience!! Hands down this place is the best read more

SinE - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

This is a wonderful place to go and experience a true Irish pub. We came to Cork as part of our vacation in Ireland and our AirBnB host, who seemed to know pretty much everything about this beautiful city, recommended that we spend some time here to hear some live music. We got there around 10PM and it was quite packed. It's a tight space and quite sticky, but honestly, that's the charm. The best time that I had here was finally grabbing a small table, crowding around the makeshift candle in the whisky bottle, and talking over candlelight and having a beer with your friends. The music was a bright side and lovely addition to the ambiance. It is not a concert in the traditional sense but more musicians who are jamming together because they like to play together. Note: there's no food. If you have to pick one place to have your Irish bar experience, definitely recommend this place! read more

I've noticed that most pubs in Ireland serve more or less the same beers and that they mostly distinguish themselves through their atmosphere. Sin E and several other Cork pubs make a point of carrying a range of beers from the two local breweries, Rising Sons and Franciscan Well, which are a nice change of pace from the ever present stout. Sin E is almost two different bars, with a quieter, almost living room-like upstairs and a perpetually crowded and intimate first floor bar. The whole thing is lit mostly by candles and string lights and they have live music almost every night. Sometimes its traditional Irish music and sometimes a bit more contemporary, but they always play sitting at a table in the corner, there's no stage to speak of. Sin E is one of the better options in north Cork. read more

Loved this spot the most out of every pub I visited in Cork. The atmosphere was comfortable and easy going, really authentic and awesome memories and decor on the walls and ceiling! Love the touch with the candles in the bottles. The local music was incredible, and I'd recommend this pub to anyone visiting Cork! My waiter at a restaurant around the corner referred me to them, and I'm so glad he did. Will be back next time I'm in town! read more

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It is a cozy place, warm and small with an ecclectic, dark decor. I love coming here to listen to the trad sessions. Sitting upstairs is pretty relaxing too. Sunday night is a good night to go but for some reason I am not able to tick off the box below. read more

SinE - Drinking my favorite - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

Great little pub on the north side.Friendly staff, great music and candle burning competition on Monday nights! If you're looking for a good time in Cork City, this is the place! read more

Talk about an Irish pub! This was our first stop in Cork and we absolutely love it! It's a small Irish bar that has live music. It is smaller so if you do not get their early on weekends it will be packed with no place to sit. The staff there was extremely friendly. The atmosphere was cozy and fun...high recommend a stop here! read more

One of my favorite stops in Cork. The downstairs is small and intimate, perfect for gathering around to listen to some good music (trad and otherwise) and there's room upstairs if you want to spread out. The whole thing is comfortable and welcoming. read more

Dive bar downstairs and a quiet setting upstairs with great views and plenty of sun shining through when you're traveling the city, making your way around from one bar to the next. read more

SinE - Gotta drink at them all! - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

Small and character-full pub with trad music (when I was there last 2 guitars a banjo a fiddle and an accordion). Prices normal decor good, seating limited downstairs but a bit more upstairs. Crowd generally friendly both locals and out of towners, though the occasional person who doesnt quite get it pushing through the crowd and/or standing in front of the players taking photos can dampen the mood. Staff extremely friendly. Random bathroom wall graffiti from here that stuck with me was something along the lines of: There once was a pig who lost its voice. It was disgruntled! read more

This place is awesome! So cute and cozy to get out of the rain with amazing music and staff! They have traditional Irish music 7 days a week and it's the perfect late night spot. My boyfriend and I met two wonderful bar tenders - shoutout to Sharon and Marybeth! You ladies were so hospitable and have beautiful singing voices as well! Would recommend this spot to everyone I know who's coming to Cork. A can't miss travel destination for sure!! P.S. Order the Beamish stout - you won't regret it :) read more

Nice bar in the Shandon, they ask you to leave if your not drinking. I see people complaining and giving them bad reviews because of it but I actually agree with it. Running a pub is an expensive business in Ireland and people coming in to listen to music for free taking up seats and space of paying customers would put them out of business. At least they could buy a coke, I'm sure the owner would prefer this anyway. I enjoyed myself anyway and the beer was good. The Shandon is not in the city so if your coming here your walking up very hilly Cork or taxing, I like this area. The bar staff were not the friendliest but I was with friends so it didint really matter to me read more

Just finished a magical evening at Sin-e. The music was wonderful and the musicians truly loved what they were doing. The entire atmosphere was warm and welcoming. If you ever find yourself in Cork city purchase a pint and melt into the true Irish psyche at Sin E, you won't retreat your decision. read more

SinE - Great Trad music! - Pubs Near Me - Cork, Colorado

Hillary is a gem. What a wonderful bartender and person who made our trip to Ireland complete. My favorite pub on our pub crawl through cork. Definitely will bring friends and family back to visit. Great music and great staff, fantastic experience and just brilliant atmosphere. read more

Authentic Irish local pub. NOT spacious by any measure. Indeed cramped in some areas not helped by being lit primarily by candles. Nevertheless for a pint and a chinwag with authentic Irish flavor it's ideal. Oh and free wi-fi. read more

Probably my favorite pub in all of Ireland. After 2 weeks of road tripping around, this is the only one I truly loved. The vibe is perfect - simple, small, and feels like home. Feels like a community living room downstairs, with the low light and red hue from the lighting, walls, and decor. The upstairs was a great getaway from the live music for something quieter. Everything you could want a pub to be. read more

One of my favourite pubs in Cork. Perfect for a quiet drink, although it can get nice and lively at weekends. The candles in the wine bottles make it very atmospheric and staff are friendly. read more

Small, smelled slightly of BO and HOT but had a decent selection of beer and had some nice music. I'd recommend going upstairs if possible as it's less crowded and you can still hear the music fine. Whoever thinks this place is spacious is definitely not from the States. They do have free wireless! read more

Being the oldest pub in cork means something: the sinE in a small, cozy and cheerful Irish pub, with small tables and chairs and amazing, candle lit atmosphere. Particularly recomended on Sunday night, when there is Irish music being played live. read more

Just go here. The friendliness of the patrons and staff (beautiful Hillary!) combined with the excellence of the live music is not to be missed. Try the local brews; we had the wheat, IPA, and stout and all punch above their weight class. Feel the Cork spirit here and experience Irish hospitality at its finest! read more

Quaint little spot. It's really full of tourists (like me) but still manages to hold together some real small Irish pub charm. The live traditional music sessions are the draw. While it looks a bit cluttered, the walls and ceiling bear the remnants of past visitors and tell stories all their own. It's generally pretty crowded so be prepared to stand until a seat opens up. read more

This is as authentic as it can get. Wonderful live Irish music and they have their own brews, which are excellent. The bartenders are extremely friendly and over all this is a lovely place read more

Loved the music! And the atmosphere! A tad tight with all the people downstairs. The upstairs was not as tight with people. It gave a good Irish pub feel. Pints weren't expensive. read more

A pub not a bar - so they say. Sin E is as traditional an Irish pub as you'll get in Cork. It's not twee, mind you. No leprechauns here. Live music of the traditional kind and a good friendly happy atmosphere. read more

Just a good old pub. Sound, friendly staff, always looking out to serve you. Great music and nice, tasty pints.

Great bar, great pints, great music and atmosphere. A certain staff member needs to lose his attitude, hence loss of one star.

We were recommended this place by a local and boy was he right on. It is very small and cozy. Wonderful music. We stayed for an hour and a half with one beer each and talked to thus local gentleman. Just the feeling you want for a great Irish pub experience. read more