Courtney & Tony's Guidebook

Courtney & Tony
Courtney & Tony
Courtney & Tony's Guidebook

Restaurants

15 mins walk, visitors have the choice of three distinct dining experiences to choose from at the Old Ground hotel. The Town Hall Bistro, which is the former town courthouse, provides a welcoming environment with great value food championing local ingredients.
7 locals recommend
Town Hall Bistro
O'Connell Street
7 locals recommend
15 mins walk, visitors have the choice of three distinct dining experiences to choose from at the Old Ground hotel. The Town Hall Bistro, which is the former town courthouse, provides a welcoming environment with great value food championing local ingredients.
The Red Onion Indian and Thai Cuisine offers delicious dining, takeout, and delivery. The menu is extensive and provides a wide range of seasonal and traditional favourites, which captures different flavours and cooking styles from beautiful southeast Asia.
Red Onion Indian & Thai Cuisine
Parnell Street
The Red Onion Indian and Thai Cuisine offers delicious dining, takeout, and delivery. The menu is extensive and provides a wide range of seasonal and traditional favourites, which captures different flavours and cooking styles from beautiful southeast Asia.
Brogans is a 15min walk and is situated in the heart of Ennin. Brogan's is one of Ennis' oldest family run pubs. With a warm and cosy setting Brogans is famous for its friendly service, amazing drinks selection and Traditional Irish Music Sessions.
28 locals recommend
Brogan's
24 O'Connell Street
28 locals recommend
Brogans is a 15min walk and is situated in the heart of Ennin. Brogan's is one of Ennis' oldest family run pubs. With a warm and cosy setting Brogans is famous for its friendly service, amazing drinks selection and Traditional Irish Music Sessions.
Relaxed and sociable eatery serving thin and thick-crust pizzas and mini dolcetti desserts.
Milano - Ennis
11 O'Connell Street
Relaxed and sociable eatery serving thin and thick-crust pizzas and mini dolcetti desserts.
Coco is a 15 min walk, situated in the market area of Ennis. Designed to satisfy every taste, Coco’s menu combines Chinese cuisine and original European Fusion food.
Coco Ennis Restaurant
Barrack Street
Coco is a 15 min walk, situated in the market area of Ennis. Designed to satisfy every taste, Coco’s menu combines Chinese cuisine and original European Fusion food.

Food scene

Ennis Gourmet Store is a cosy spot, situated on the pretty marketplace in Ennis town. This is an Aladdin’s Cave of foody treasures, jars and bottles make up the walls and entice food lovers into an ingredients wonderland.
Ennis Gourmet Store
1 Barrack St
Ennis Gourmet Store is a cosy spot, situated on the pretty marketplace in Ennis town. This is an Aladdin’s Cave of foody treasures, jars and bottles make up the walls and entice food lovers into an ingredients wonderland.
Food is prepared with locally sourced ingredients from farmers and food producers in Clare.​ The menus are designed to bring you healthy options to suit all tastes, from healthy vibrant salads such as their famous Gym Bowl to decadent desserts like our salted caramel baileys truffle cake.​ For those of you looking for specific dietary options the have gluten free with all the goodness, and also have vegan and coeliac choices to cater for all tastes, bursting with flavour.
Sweet n'Green
Food is prepared with locally sourced ingredients from farmers and food producers in Clare.​ The menus are designed to bring you healthy options to suit all tastes, from healthy vibrant salads such as their famous Gym Bowl to decadent desserts like our salted caramel baileys truffle cake.​ For those of you looking for specific dietary options the have gluten free with all the goodness, and also have vegan and coeliac choices to cater for all tastes, bursting with flavour.

Sightseeing

Famous Cliffs of Moher are a 50mins drive. The cliffs are located on the west coast of Ireland in County Clare. One of Ireland's most beloved landmarks, the Cliffs of Moher are one of the most amazing points along the Wild Atlantic Way, a 2,500km route that follows Ireland's west coast.
556 locals recommend
Cliffs of Moher
556 locals recommend
Famous Cliffs of Moher are a 50mins drive. The cliffs are located on the west coast of Ireland in County Clare. One of Ireland's most beloved landmarks, the Cliffs of Moher are one of the most amazing points along the Wild Atlantic Way, a 2,500km route that follows Ireland's west coast.
Lahinch is 35mins drive. Its a small, welcoming and truly lively holiday resort with an atmosphere and energy that’s all its own. It nestles at the head of Liscannor Bay, beside a 2 km long beach of golden sands. The shape of the resort creates Atlantic breakers that attract surfing and canoeing enthusiasts from all over the world and Lahinch has earned a reputation as a top ‘surf centre’ – with surf schools, social life and great atmosphere to boot. It’s also great for lovers of other water sports too: sailing, swimming, kite surfing, skin-diving, deep-sea and fresh water fishing are also popular here.
84 locals recommend
Lahinch
84 locals recommend
Lahinch is 35mins drive. Its a small, welcoming and truly lively holiday resort with an atmosphere and energy that’s all its own. It nestles at the head of Liscannor Bay, beside a 2 km long beach of golden sands. The shape of the resort creates Atlantic breakers that attract surfing and canoeing enthusiasts from all over the world and Lahinch has earned a reputation as a top ‘surf centre’ – with surf schools, social life and great atmosphere to boot. It’s also great for lovers of other water sports too: sailing, swimming, kite surfing, skin-diving, deep-sea and fresh water fishing are also popular here.
The Burren is a 45min drive. Its renowned for its remarkable assemblage of plants and animals, and over 70% of Ireland's species of flowers are found there. The region supports Arctic–alpine and Mediterranean Basin plants side-by-side, due to the unusual environment.
42 locals recommend
Burren
42 locals recommend
The Burren is a 45min drive. Its renowned for its remarkable assemblage of plants and animals, and over 70% of Ireland's species of flowers are found there. The region supports Arctic–alpine and Mediterranean Basin plants side-by-side, due to the unusual environment.
Visit the acclaimed 15th iconic Bunratty Castle & Folk Park which is just 20 mins drive. The castle is the most complete and authentic castle in Ireland. The Folk Park is a great day out for all the family. Set on 26 acres of unspolit Clare countryside, Bunratty Folk Park features over 30 buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural setting. Rural farmhouses, village shops and streets are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared at that time according to their social standing, from the poorest one roomed dwelling to Bunratty House a fine example of a Georgian residence built 1804 home of the Studdarts, the last family to occupy Bunratty Castle
161 locals recommend
Bunratty Castle and Folk Park
161 locals recommend
Visit the acclaimed 15th iconic Bunratty Castle & Folk Park which is just 20 mins drive. The castle is the most complete and authentic castle in Ireland. The Folk Park is a great day out for all the family. Set on 26 acres of unspolit Clare countryside, Bunratty Folk Park features over 30 buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural setting. Rural farmhouses, village shops and streets are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared at that time according to their social standing, from the poorest one roomed dwelling to Bunratty House a fine example of a Georgian residence built 1804 home of the Studdarts, the last family to occupy Bunratty Castle
Quin Abbey is 15 mins drive. It was built between 1402 and 1433 by Sioda Cam MacNamara, for Fathers Purcell and Mooney, friars of the Franciscan order. Although mostly roofless, the structure of the abbey is relatively well preserved. After visiting the abbey make sure to continue on to the pre-historic Celtic park of Craggaunowen. Well worth a visit.
15 locals recommend
Quin Abbey
15 locals recommend
Quin Abbey is 15 mins drive. It was built between 1402 and 1433 by Sioda Cam MacNamara, for Fathers Purcell and Mooney, friars of the Franciscan order. Although mostly roofless, the structure of the abbey is relatively well preserved. After visiting the abbey make sure to continue on to the pre-historic Celtic park of Craggaunowen. Well worth a visit.
Doolin is a 45 min drive. It’s known as a gateway to the ancient sites on the Aran Islands, which are just offshore. The towering Cliffs of Moher lie southwest of town. Doolin Cave has a huge, free-hanging stalactite.
81 locals recommend
Doolin
81 locals recommend
Doolin is a 45 min drive. It’s known as a gateway to the ancient sites on the Aran Islands, which are just offshore. The towering Cliffs of Moher lie southwest of town. Doolin Cave has a huge, free-hanging stalactite.
Take a ferry from Doolin (45mins) to the picturesque Aran Island. The Aran Islands are 3 rocky islands off the coast of Clare. They’re known for their ancient sites. The largest island, Inishmore, is home to the prehistoric fort of Dún Aonghasa, perched on top of a high cliff. Nearby is the Worm Hole, a rectangular natural pool. The medieval ruins of the Seven Churches are in the northwest. Clochán na Carraige is a stone structure with a beehive roof.
Inisheer Ferry station
Take a ferry from Doolin (45mins) to the picturesque Aran Island. The Aran Islands are 3 rocky islands off the coast of Clare. They’re known for their ancient sites. The largest island, Inishmore, is home to the prehistoric fort of Dún Aonghasa, perched on top of a high cliff. Nearby is the Worm Hole, a rectangular natural pool. The medieval ruins of the Seven Churches are in the northwest. Clochán na Carraige is a stone structure with a beehive roof.
Ennis town centre is a short 15 min walk. Ennis has a history going back to the Vikings in 970, followed by the building of four castles on the same land, the remains of the fourth can still be seen. The area hosted a Franciscan monastery which was built in 1240.The town has a population of over 25,000 people. Today Ennis is a lively, bustling town. The hospitality of its people, the traditions of Irish music and dance, colourful small shops and cozy pubs, traditional cottages and houses are just a few of the attributes of this area.
71 locals recommend
Ennis
71 locals recommend
Ennis town centre is a short 15 min walk. Ennis has a history going back to the Vikings in 970, followed by the building of four castles on the same land, the remains of the fourth can still be seen. The area hosted a Franciscan monastery which was built in 1240.The town has a population of over 25,000 people. Today Ennis is a lively, bustling town. The hospitality of its people, the traditions of Irish music and dance, colourful small shops and cozy pubs, traditional cottages and houses are just a few of the attributes of this area.

Bars

Taylor’s Bar is a 15min walk. It has a cosy front bar where you will find warm open fires and a friendly atmosphere, great for intimate groups to catch up and have the Craic! At the rear is a newly renovated heated beer garden with large screens to watch your favourite live sport. A sun trap during the summer months it is one of the most popular places to go in Ennis on a night out.
6 locals recommend
Taylors Bar
Upper Market Street
6 locals recommend
Taylor’s Bar is a 15min walk. It has a cosy front bar where you will find warm open fires and a friendly atmosphere, great for intimate groups to catch up and have the Craic! At the rear is a newly renovated heated beer garden with large screens to watch your favourite live sport. A sun trap during the summer months it is one of the most popular places to go in Ennis on a night out.
Traditional Irish pub with a modern but cosy twist. Fantastic pints, extensive whiskey menu, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, great outdoor beer garden and smoking area.
Lucas Bar
74 Parnell St
Traditional Irish pub with a modern but cosy twist. Fantastic pints, extensive whiskey menu, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, great outdoor beer garden and smoking area.
Brogans is renowned for its Traditional Irish Music Sessions with the claim of being the first pub to have the world famous Stoctons Wing play many moons ago. Showcasing the absolute best talent from all of County Clare, their music sessions are a must see for tourists and locals alike.
28 locals recommend
Brogan's
24 O'Connell Street
28 locals recommend
Brogans is renowned for its Traditional Irish Music Sessions with the claim of being the first pub to have the world famous Stoctons Wing play many moons ago. Showcasing the absolute best talent from all of County Clare, their music sessions are a must see for tourists and locals alike.
Situated in the key location of O’Connell square in the very heart of Ennis, O’Connells is a lively spot with a friendly service & a great food offering.
Dan O'Connells Bar
2 Abbey Street
Situated in the key location of O’Connell square in the very heart of Ennis, O’Connells is a lively spot with a friendly service & a great food offering.
The Poet's Corner Bar in the Old Ground Hotel Ennis is noted for its comfortable atmosphere, where locals and visitors can share a drink, or a story or two. When the weather turns blustery and cold outside, the warm and intimate alcoves are heaven-sent. Enjoy a hot Irish whiskey or a 'Pint of Plain'. The Poet's Corner plays host to the finest traditional Irish musicians right through the year.
Poet's Corner Bar
58-60 O'Connell Street
The Poet's Corner Bar in the Old Ground Hotel Ennis is noted for its comfortable atmosphere, where locals and visitors can share a drink, or a story or two. When the weather turns blustery and cold outside, the warm and intimate alcoves are heaven-sent. Enjoy a hot Irish whiskey or a 'Pint of Plain'. The Poet's Corner plays host to the finest traditional Irish musicians right through the year.

City/town information

Ennis town centre is a short 15 mins walk. Ennis has a history going back to the Vikings in 970, followed by the building of four castles on the same land, the remains of the fourth can still be seen. The area hosted a Franciscan monastery which was built in 1240. Today Ennis a lively, bustling town with a population of over 25,000 people. The hospitality of its people, the traditions of Irish music and dance, colourful small shops and cozy pubs, traditional cottages and houses are just a few of the attributes of this area. Ennis has a unique blend of quirky independent shops, traditional Irish stores and larger retail branches. Ennis is unusual in that it is far from the same-old, high street chain store experience. Ennis offers some fabulous food across a range of restaurants, from local Irish to Italian to Indian. Using fresh ingredients sourced locally, including fish caught in the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Curried mackerel is a special dish that works well when the food is caught fresh. Restaurants also offer a comprehensive wine list, craft beers and of course Guinness and other Irish beverages like whiskey, known in Gaelic as uisce beatha, meaning "water of life"
71 locals recommend
Ennis
71 locals recommend
Ennis town centre is a short 15 mins walk. Ennis has a history going back to the Vikings in 970, followed by the building of four castles on the same land, the remains of the fourth can still be seen. The area hosted a Franciscan monastery which was built in 1240. Today Ennis a lively, bustling town with a population of over 25,000 people. The hospitality of its people, the traditions of Irish music and dance, colourful small shops and cozy pubs, traditional cottages and houses are just a few of the attributes of this area. Ennis has a unique blend of quirky independent shops, traditional Irish stores and larger retail branches. Ennis is unusual in that it is far from the same-old, high street chain store experience. Ennis offers some fabulous food across a range of restaurants, from local Irish to Italian to Indian. Using fresh ingredients sourced locally, including fish caught in the nearby Atlantic Ocean. Curried mackerel is a special dish that works well when the food is caught fresh. Restaurants also offer a comprehensive wine list, craft beers and of course Guinness and other Irish beverages like whiskey, known in Gaelic as uisce beatha, meaning "water of life"

Traveler advice

Getting around

Trains

Ennis railway station is a 13 min walk. Ennis is the terminus station of the Limerick to Ennis Commuter service and a station on the Limerick to Galway intercity service. Passengers for Dublin/Cork or Waterford transfer at Limerick.
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Buses

Ennis Bus Station is a 13 min walk. Routes serviced from her include Shannon Airport, Limerick, Cork, Galway, Waterford, Dublin City & Dublin Airport.
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Local Taxi Phone Numbers

AAA Taxi's Ennis Abbey St · (065) 689 2999 Burren Taxis 11 Abbey St · 1800 682 345 Ennis Cabs 065 684 222 Swiftcab 21 Upper Market St · (065) 684 4600
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Shannon International Airport

Shannon Airport is a 20 min drive. There is a regular bus service between Ennis town and Shannon Airport which runs approx. every 30 mins during the day.