The Roaring Donkey

Top-rated.online cuts through the clutter, highlighting only the reviews that are most helpful, earn the most likes, or come from the most active contributors. We visited the Roaring Donkey twice on 2 consecutive days, despite it being a bit of a hike up the hill to get there. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming with chatty staff and patrons alike. We came away having learned quite a bit about Hurling. A great selection of drinks and I only wish that my local back home had more than one stout on offer. And the bonus for us .. it was downhill on the way back. A lovely, cosy & friendly bar. It looks unassuming from the outside, but inside it's very warm, cosy and full of life. The selection of drinks was great, the bartender that was working was a joy, and the atmosphere was great. Highly recommend! We didn’t eat here and not sure if they have food, but this was our favorite bar throughout all of Ireland. Always a ton of fun and the locals are friendly. Great patio and reasonable prices. If you are in the Cobh area, it is a can’t miss as a tourist. Amazing spot ! so cozy and welcoming, even to two dumb canadian boys. Angeling was a absolute gem of a human and treated us so well. thank you thank you for the company and service. Cheers from Canada 🍻🫶 I’ve been lucky enough to travel the world. I’ve been to literally thousands of pubs throughout that time but there’s something very special about The Roaring Donkey. I’m from Cobh – but have lived in the UK for more than 27 years and it’s one of the few pubs I go to when back in Ireland. People are what makes a pub. Any pub. Without them, it’s just another room. Everything about this place screams authenticity. It’s somewhere you can relax, have a chat, or simply have a quite drink by yourself. In an age where there are so many daft “themed” pubs, “The Donk” stands out as a place where in the immortal words of the theme tune to Cheers: “Everybody knows your name”. Even if you’re a stranger – because someone will find out within 20 seconds of being there. One of the highlights is the live music nights, which bring the place to life with great energy. Whether it's acoustic sets, local bands, or themed evenings, traditional Irish bands, the entertainment adds a vibrant and memorable touch to the experience. But for me personally, what really stands out is the sense of community. It’s the kind of place where locals gather, conversations flow easily, and newcomers are greeted with a smile. Whether you're popping in for a quick pint or settling in for a mighty session, this place is the real deal. If I could give 6 stars – I would gladly do so. Long may the place continue – and long may it set an example to others on how a pub should be. Lovely welcoming atmosphere!! As a solo female traveller from England, I wanted to check out a traditional pub with live music. I felt so at ease at The Roaring Donkey and was made to feel welcome. Thank you!! I walked through the front door with my phone to my ear giving final directions to my group on how to get there. I stood right inside the front door (it was cold outside) with the door closed behind me and wasn’t in the pub for 5 seconds (literally) before being shouted down by the clown behind the bar yelling for me to get out. Cobh is a beautiful town with great and welcoming pubs, this isn’t one of them. I come to Ireland annually, this was by far the worst experience I’ve ever had. Great beer and amazing football night atmosphere! But what made it unforgettable is warm and kind people. I'm definitely coming back when I'm in Cobh next time. P.S. Thank you for the hats Cillian! Website change monitoring Monitor any webpage for changes – get instant email alerts when prices drop, new jobs are posted, products come back in stock, or competitors update their sites. Bar Irish pub Cafe Irish pub Irish pub