Marine Bar

Top choice in County Waterford


Sure, there's good traditional food at this two-centuries-old pub 8km southwest of Dungarvan, but the real reason to stop by is the craic. Year-round, traditional sessions rock the place from 9.30pm on Monday, Friday and Saturday, while locals contest the traditional Irish card game '45' on Wednesday evenings (anyone can join in).


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