Gaynor's

Connemara


A crackling peat fire, dark-wood panelling and spontaneous trad sessions make this cosy pub an essential stop. Pavement picnic tables overlook the harbour; hearty pub fare (dishes €6 to €18) includes Irish lamb stew. It also doubles as the town's petrol station.

The pub played a starring role in the 1990 Irish film The Field.


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