Offaly pub scoops prize at Bar of the Year Awards

An Offaly bar was among the winners at the 2024 Bar of the Year Awards on Monday night.

Amongst the galaxy of contenders, the most exceptional bars have been recognized and celebrated for their extraordinary contributions to the hospitality industry.

The Old Warehouse picked up a Silver Award in the Local Bar of the Year Category. Co-owned by Shane Lowry, the pub was nominated in three categories, the Best Newcomer, Local Bar of the Year and Gastro Bar of the Year.

Paladar in Cork was named Bar of the Year for the second time, while other winners on the night included The Cocktail Bar, The Merchant Hotel in Co. Antrim with Gold for "Five Star Hotel Bar of the Year", while Pig's Lane took home Gold for "Innovative Bar of the Year".

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The winners were announced on Monday, August 19, at a gala awards ceremony hosted by Anton Savage at the Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road.