Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is Lowry’s Bar?
Lowry’s Bar is in the centre of Clifden, Connemara. It is famous throughout Galway and beyond for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, range of premium whiskeys and gins, and live music, which can be enjoyed seven nights a week.
What Type of Live Music Can Be Enjoyed at Lowry’s Bar?
Lowry’s Bar hosts traditional Irish and folk music every night of the week, making it an extremely popular venue for both visitors and locals.
Which Pub Won the Best Tourist Pub Award in 2024?
Lowry’s Bar won Best Tourist Pub 2024 (Connacht region) at the Irish Pub Awards.
How Are the Irish Pub Awards Judged?
To be an Irish Pub Award winner, such as Lowry’s Bar, Clifden, a venue needs to demonstrate exceptionality in the areas of innovation, creativity, operational excellence, ambiance and customer service.
Which Pub Won Best Traditional Bar 2015 at the National Hospitality Awards?
Lowry’s Bar, Clifden, won Best Traditional Bar 2015 at the National Hospitality Awards, ahead of the James Griffin Pub in Trim and Toners Pub in Dublin.
Who Runs the National Hospitality Awards?
The National Hospitality Awards is run by Hospitality Ireland, which is the country’s foremost digital magazine dedicated to the food service and on-trade drinks industry. The magazine is keen to reflect the concerns and issues of all aspects of these trades, from services and equipment to drinks and catering.
What Whiskeys are Available at Lowry’s Bar, Clifden?
Lowry’s Bar boasts the largest selection of Irish whiskeys in Connemara, with over 150 different options available. The pub has won a gold medal at the Irish Whiskey Awards on five occasions, and as well as Irish whiskeys, visitors can also sample a range of Scotch and world whiskeys at this venue.
Is Lowry’s Bar Known for its Selection of Gins?
Lowry’s Bar is renowned for its wide selection of premium gins, which include artisanal options from Ireland as well as high-quality gins from around the world. To complement this selection, the bar offers a range of premium garnishes and mixers.
What Is There to Do in Clifden?
As well as visit the famous Lowry’s Bar, there are plenty of options for entertainment in Clifden. For example, Clifden Castle is located just a five-minute drive from the village, and there are also opportunities for pony trekking or visiting the Alcock and Brown landing site, where, nearly a century ago, the first ever transatlantic flight crash–landed.