The Southern Star in Cork
About
The Southern Star in Ballintemple, Cork, has been a favorite local haunt since 1873. With its rich history, it's a gem for those seeking a casual and cozy atmosphere for a night out. This moderately priced bar, with a stellar 4.5 Google rating, is perfect for meeting up with friends over a pint of their specialty, Quality Guinness. Guests can enjoy live music and performances in a welcoming environment, as the venue is inclusive of the LGBTQ community. Choose between indoor dining or the fresh air of outdoor seating, where reservations secure your spot. Alongside refreshing drinks, indulge in a selection of appetizing food options. Whether you're in the mood for cocktails, beer, wine, or something more, The Southern Star offers an enticing mix to complement their modern refurbishments.
Price
Services
Reservations available, Outdoor seating, Dine-in
Offering
Serving alcohol, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food, Serving food at bar
Payment
Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment
Atmosphere
Casual, Cozy
Best for
Meet up with friends
- $$$$ 10 - 20 EUR
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Reservations available
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Serving alcohol
- Serving cocktails
- Serving beer
- Serving wine
- Serving food
- Serving food at bar
- Payment by credit card
- Payment by debit card
- NFC payment
- Casual
- Cozy
- Meet up with friends
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Pets allowed
- Live music
- Toilet
- Live performances
- Welcomes LGBTQ
How to get here?
The nearest public transport options for your convenience.
Reviews and Ratings
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- Food: 5
- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Great pub, had not been in for 40 years. Lovely refurbishment. Plus great food. Must visit again

- Service: 5
- Atmosphere: 5
Great spot on hour way into city. Very much a decent local with quality Guinness for €5.80.

- Food: 4
- Service: 4
- Atmosphere: 4
Great spot, great staff, great food
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