Reardens, Cork

Reardens Bar in Cork is a fine destination for anyone looking for a vibrant atmosphere, live music, and sporting events. Located conveniently on Washington Street, it is known as the biggest and best bar in Cork for these activities. With its traditional design and salvaged furniture, it has an instant lived-in feel and is full of quirky corners and seating areas.

Reardens has a strong focus on sports, especially GAA and Rugby, and has gone to great lengths to source old match programs and tickets, which line the walls. The bar is full of interesting features, including a feature wall displaying carefully sourced hurleys, each with its own story. Whether you're a sports fan or not, Reardens is a welcoming and eclectic place to visit.

During the day, Reardens offers a selection of Badger & Dodo Boutique Coffee, teas, and scones, as well as a lunch menu with homemade soups, salads, and gourmet sandwiches made on Arbutus sourdough bread. You can also enjoy hot pulled pork and brisket sliders. By night, the menu expands to include the opportunity to build your own pizza from the iconic Irish Artisan company: Volcano Pizza. You can also choose from a selection of sliders, pies, and nachos, all available in bundle offers so that you can relax and enjoy your night.

Live music is available every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, and the bar is always busy. Reardens caters to all types of bookings, from Hen and Stag parties to birthday parties, Christmas parties, and corporate bookings. There is a reserve area for your group, decorated with balloons and personalized reserved signs.

Every night of the week, there is something different happening in Reardens. On Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, there is a house DJ with drink specials on offer, while on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday nights, headline bands perform. With its warm and welcoming atmosphere and a calendar of events, Reardens is a true cornerstone of the Washington Street strip, generating more social activity in one night than most bars can produce in a year.