The Oval Bar
The Oval Bar
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kibs33
Vista, CA8 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
Wanna blow off some steam in Cork, especially around 10pm all the way to 4am the next day? Then this rowdy and often riotous historical pub is for you. I ventured in a bit early after arriving @ Moody's Cafe by bus about a mile away and found the worn red tuck-and-roll booths nostalgic. Our apartment was a half-block away on Main Street and I expected a wee bit of noise. But the avalanche of cursing, shouting in multiple languages, bottles breaking, and expletives from passing gangs continued for 6 hours. Sleep was nearly impossible.
Written 17 September 2023
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PCarey59
20 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
Stay far away from here. Awful place. This used to be a great bar one time. I’m not sure if there’s new management. But we found the Scottish guy at the door really rude. The bar was dead (even on Saturday night). They’ve killed the place. We won’t be back.
Written 9 December 2023
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Jack M
United Kingdom63 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Couples
The best pub in Cork for a few pints in the afternoon, especially as a lot of other pubs don't open until 4. Friendly service, great Beamish & an amazing, cosy looking pub inside. Will definitely be back when next in Cork.
Written 29 July 2024
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Greg
Cambridge, UK5,215 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2019 • Couples
This pub has got real character to it. We visited The Oval Bar on a loud Saturday evening for a drink, and despite it being quite crowded and seating limited, the bar itself was quick to provide service and the traditional elements of the bar made for the perfect session. Great atmosphere and interior decor. Supposedly, the place is haunted too. Not sure about that, but I do know it does a good pint of Birra Moretti.
Written 13 April 2019
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Del
Cork, Ireland2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2020
The Oval Bar refused to serve me because I have a medical condition. Yes, they actually said that to my face. THIS IS DISCRIMINATION.

I went to another bar and they were happy to serve me.

I will NEVER go to The Oval Bar again. I will not be treated like vermin simply because I suffer from health problems.
Written 24 December 2020
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Bruce
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2019
My wife and I stopped into the Oval Bar for an afternoon pint and had a great time. The bartenders were very friendly and eager to interact with us. The prices are reasonable and the selection of libations is substantial. The bar is small but has many comfortable nooks and areas to sit with friends and visit.
Written 26 September 2019
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csmurf
Cork, Ireland491 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2019 • Business
Conveniently located in the city centre, yet just far enough off the main drag to maintain its character. Good traditional feel about the place and a tasty pint
Written 28 February 2019
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chepaddy
Edinburgh, UK7,083 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2019 • Couples
Over 100 years old and still going strong and very little has changed to the interior.
Previously a bar run by the brewery across the road - a real piece of Cork history.
Written 22 January 2019
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Clara D
Cork, Ireland210 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2018 • Couples
This place is the perfect spot for a good pint and a catchup with friends. Very rare to have any music and if there is, its in the background, can sit by the fire on a cold winter evening and enjoy the company.
Written 10 October 2018
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quinnunit66
Oshkosh, WI1,248 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2018 • Couples
This pub was on my list of "must see spots" for our trip to Cork, and it did not disappoint. Beyond the fact it's visually amazing with all sorts of nooks and crannies to sit in, our bartender was super personable and we had a great time visiting with him. We'd arrived just as he'd opened the doors for the day, and he chatted with us as he finished his set up. We ended up staying for more than one because of his great service. He was saying that on a Saturday night it gets quite packed and busy, so we were glad to be there in the afternoon.
Written 17 July 2018
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