Dan Lowreys Tavern

13 MacCurtain St. Cork, Cork City

From the outside of this pub you can see at once that it is something special; a typical Irish city bar with a lovely frontage using Gothic style windows said to have come from Kilkenny Cathedral. Inside the bar's centrepiece is a gleaming mahogany bar and behind the bottles of spirits twinkle in front of the Victorian mirrors. The interior is otherwise a little shabby but characterful. However, the upholstery has seen better days and the seats aren't very comfortable. In winter head for the snug at the rear and sit next to the fire. If you're alone avail yourself of the big pile of books on the mantelpiece - on the subject of Ireland's role in WW2. The pub is named for the founder of the Everyman Theatre next door and the pub is popular pre- and post- show with theatre-goers. It's also opposite Greenes and Isaacs, two of Cork's premier restaurants so good for pre- or post- dinner drinks.

• Pub Type: Local

• Pub Age: All Ages

• Food: Yes

• Gay Friendly: Yes

• Wheelchair Access: Yes