What an Irish Pub
Really is

An Irish Tavern

An Irish tavern, or pub, is not just a restaurant or bar. The pub - short for "public house" - is at the heart of Irish social life. It's a community gathering place for friends and strangers. It's a place where visitors to town and locals alike go to dine, relax, laugh, listen to a tall tale or two (or tell one themselves), and debate everything – especially politics, relationships, and religion. And the welcome mat for musicians is always out.

Most pubs are family friendly and welcome children during the day. Coffee, tea, and soft drinks are always served. Irresponsible drinking is neither encouraged nor tolerated - despite movies and rumors to the contrary.

The Irish spirit is born of a deep reverence for God, family, and country. The Irish welcome extends to people of all colors and creeds. In fact, it is exactly the craic (pronounced crack - an Irish term for "positive interaction through lively conversation and music") that makes a pub authentic Irish.

Welcome to Ryan's Tavern, an authentic Irish Pub.