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Overall Total Score
4.1 out of 5
Impressive | 853 reviews

What User likes about Reel Inn:
Brilliant irish folk pub... Great music and nice friendly atmosphere from staff and punters.... Well worth a visit if staying in or around the gorgeous Donegal Town... View all feedback.

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5.0 ★ from 50 reviews

Maravilloso lugar para compartir con los locale, auténtica música irlandesa. soempre volveré si tengo la oportunidad de nuevo.

Authentic Irish pub. Great atmosphere. Don't stop visiting if you're going through the donut.

Cracker wee pub for trad and a great pint. kid kind. thanks for a great night.

Uriger pub for locals, iren and tourist. beer garden with views of the river. great live music

Donegal hospitality... craic..... all round great place to spend an evening.

The Reel Inn in Donegal Town is a brilliant Irish folk pub with great music, friendly locals, and a lively atmosphere. From live music to Irish dancing, this spot offers a true taste of Ireland. The staff, including the talented Casey, provide exceptional service, making visitors feel welcome and eager to return. Dog-friendly and packed with energetic crowds, The Reel Inn is a must-visit for anyone in Donegal. With no cover charge and an entertaining show starting at 8:30 pm, this pub is the perfect place to enjoy a pint and experience the best of Irish hospitality.

Google
4.9 ★ from 409 reviews
Mike
12.10.2023 - 23:38

Well used, a bit rough. My type of pub. Fantastic atmosphere and great authentic Irish music.

dhodho3
12.01.2024 - 09:50

It hard to beat enjoying a Guinness and whiskey beside the river or the stove with the excellent trad music in the background youl definitely reel in the atmosp...

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Ernesto
22.09.2024 - 04:11

The real Irish stuff. Highly recommended if you like beer and mixing with locals.

Oscar
22.09.2024 - 04:11

We (partner, me) spent one night in Donegal and were recommended by a local to visit The Reel Inn. We are so pleased with the visit, great music, lovely visitor...

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William
22.09.2024 - 04:11

Have to say the personality and service was second to none from Aoife.Aoife was celebrating her birthday today at the young age of 19 and she still looked after...

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Yelp
4.5 ★ from 17 reviews

Really great place to go and hear the old Irish tunes at night. The musicians arrived a bit after 8 PM and by the time they started, there was not an empty...

We had one of the best times during our trip here. We talked to a lot of locals who felt like friends immediately. And we actually did meet two ladies who...

This is a foot-stomping good time of a tourist-oriented pub. They have music 7 days a week and while you'll find some locals, when I went on a weeknight it...

Gastroranking-ie
2.1 ★ from 377 reviews

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