You'll want to come here for Big John's Karaoke! Without a doubt. So grab a group of your nearest…read moreand dearest friends that aren't afraid to grab a mic and be onstage. The group I was with loved this place so much that we just HAD to go twice within the same week. We were there visiting and could immediately tell that this place was a popular spot for locals that wanted to genuinely have a good time. The staff was super friendly and were happy to take our American song suggestions. This place has a full bar with more than enough options. Perfect place for a stag or hen party. I'll definitely go back when I visit Kilkenny!

Very cool atmosphere, a place the locals go. If you like cocktails they have a decent happy hour,…read more6€ cocktails but beers are pricey compared to other pubs.

Come experience the oldest pub, in the oldest town in Ireland. At least per our bartender. And I…read morefind him a believable young lad. Think quintessential Irish pub and it's Downes Pub. You'll find plenty of locals and few tourists. Like walking in a time machine to the past.,

Good prices, a classic public house away from the town center. Downes' is spectacularly unique in…read morethat there is no media blaring to disrupt what is a social hub of the local community. I definitely recommend to passing tourists, you can buy some Number 9 which is distilled on-site. The pub boasts it's own well from which the waters for the distillery are drawn. There is also a couple of squash courts which I believe are 8 quid for the hour. I recommend booking the court in advance.

This is an excellent traditional Irish pub in the heart of Clonmel. There is a cozy outside seating…read morearea in the back with heating lamps. Be sure to check it out if in the Clonmel area. Enjoy!

The best pub in Clonmel. Be sure to call in when visiting Clonmel. Lovely staff, great music and…read moresuper decor!

My family and spent night 1 of our 2 weeks trip here in Ireland and couldn't have been happier…read moreabout it. Not only was the room upstairs clean and nicely furnished with 4 beds, the food and bar atmosphere downstairs was perfect as was their hospitality. It was a weekday so pretty quiet thankfully. The bar music downstairs can be faintly heard upstairs in the room but was off by 11:30pm. We were too tired to be bothered anyway. Great place to stay if you're looking to stay up drinking on a weekend I'm sure. Owner Jerry greeted us in the morning downstairs for breakfast which was also amazing. We'd absolutely stay here again as it was very comfortable and welcoming. There's also a convenient parking garage just passed it on the right that I was told would be 5 euro but did t charge us anything for the overnight.

We stopped in for a late dinner and we were welcomed by a friendly waiter. Food was very reasonably…read morepriced and the fish and chips were perfect. Live music - singer with guitar singing American rock songs when we were there. Relaxed and casual atmosphere. Kid friendly, not touristy.

Best pub in Ireland! Katherine was so welcoming and gave us great recommendations for our stay in…read moreKilkenny. The atmosphere is fun and warm! Highly recommend for a pint or two if you visit the area.

Super cool place. One of the guidebooks accurately described it as "a pub where you're Irish…read moregrandfather would hang out." The friendly bar tender said the building is over 150 years old, and the pub only a little younger. Low priced drinks. Worth a visit, especially for those who like history and a local vibe.

Now called Tully's Bar. Re-opened Christmas 2015. Live music Wednesday through Saturday. Came here…read moreon a Friday around 10pm. Lively scene with plenty of taps, an outdoor area, and a snug in the back. Was recommended to me as a top 3 pub in town. Free wifi with the code on a sign hanging above the bar.

A warm and welcoming pub in central Kilkenny, catty corner to the castle. Local pub vibe. Ordered 2…read moreGuinness pints, a ham & cheese toastie with a cup of their seafood chowder, hubby ordered goat cheese crostini and seafood chowder. Amazing chowder, chunky fish bites, creamy deliciousness! Felt like a warm hug on this cold day.

Such a fun pub! Great atmosphere friendly and welcoming locals and the live music was great. Highly…read morerecommended!

In from the US New Jersey. James our bartender did an amazing job. He was one step ahead and…read moregreat personality. Amazing place to drop in for drinks. Local people are so fun to listen to and hear their lives. I recommend it.

A great place to grab a pint after dinner. The music was fantastic. One guy and a guitar sounded…read morelike a full band. He was awesome. Though in a tourist area this had a flock of locals and just a few dots of tourists. The place got packed early. Nice selection of whiskey. Wish we could have gone more than once. Alas we found this place on our last day in town. If you read this go there. Especially on a Friday or Saturday night. Magic happens here.