Planning a date in Cork? These Cork Cocktail Week partners suit a night for two, from cocktail bars with character to restaurants worth dressing up for.
| Bar | What it is | Fri and Sat until |
|---|---|---|
| Cask The Victorian Quarter | Cocktail bar | 12:30am |
| Fitzgeralds @ The Imperial Oliver Plunkett Street and Grand Parade | Hotel bar | 11:30pm |
| Metropole Hotel The Victorian Quarter | Hotel cocktail bar | midnight |
| Monk North and South Main Street | Cocktail bar | 12:30am |
| Paladar The Victorian Quarter | Cocktail bar | 12:30am |
| The River Club Further out | Restaurant and bar | 10pm |
Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.
Spin and we'll pick one of the 6 Cork bars on this page.
The shortest walking order for 5 of these bars, about 26 minutes on foot in total.
Numbers match the bars below. Tap a pin for the name.
Alcohol-free signature
A cocktail bar on MacCurtain Street in the Victorian Quarter, known for creative drinks made with Irish ingredients.
Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatureBeamish Boulevardier West Cork Bog Oak Whiskey, Campari, Honeyed Beamish
Alcohol-freeHead Malt
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 5pm to 11:30pm, Fri 4pm to 12:30am, Sat 2pm to 12:30am, Sun 4pm to 11pm
48 MacCurtain St, Cork, T23 F6EK
Alcohol-free signature
The bar at the Imperial Hotel on the South Mall, one of the oldest hotels in Cork.
Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Gilded Age Vodka, Disaronno, Lime Juice, Sugar Syrup, Sparkling Lemonade
Alcohol-freeNon-Alc The Gilded Age vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 4pm to 11:30pm, Fri 2pm to 11:30pm, Sat and Sun noon to 11:30pm
76 South Mall, Cork, T12 A2YT
Alcohol-free signature
The cocktail bar at the Metropole, a Victorian hotel on MacCurtain Street.
Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatureRose Reverie Bombay Sapphire Gin, Sarti Rose, Strawberry Syrup, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup, Egg White
Alcohol-freePassion Breeze vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day open 24 hours
MacCurtain St, Cork, T23 EEC3
Alcohol-free signature
A cocktail bar on the North Mall, on the river.
Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatureThe Great Gatsby Boatyard Vodka, Kiwi, Passionfruit, Apple Juice
Alcohol-freeDrive On vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed closed, Thu 5pm to 11:30pm, Fri 5pm to 12:30am, Sat 4pm to 12:30am, Sun 5pm to 11pm
14B North Mall, Sundays Well, Cork City, T23 HN36
Alcohol-free signature
A Latin American-inspired cocktail bar and restaurant on Bridge Street in the Victorian Quarter.
Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatureMacario Olmeca Altos Tequila, Del Maguey Vida Mezcal, Lillet Rosé, Habanero Liqueur, Prickly Pear, Lime Juice, Grapefruit Soda
Alcohol-freeNon-Alc Macario vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 5pm to 11:30pm, Fri 5pm to 12:30am, Sat 3pm to 12:30am, Sun 5pm to 11pm
6 Bridge St, Cork, T23 DP94
Alcohol-free signature
The restaurant and bar at The River Lee hotel on Western Road, on the banks of the river.
Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatureGrounds For Discourse Spiced Rum, Coconut, Spent Coffee Cordial
Alcohol-freeNon-Alc Grounds For Discourse vegan
Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberEvery day noon to 10pm
Western Rd, Cork, T12 X2AH
Try Cask, Fitzgeralds @ The Imperial, Metropole Hotel, Monk and Paladar. Book ahead at the weekend.
Most are. Monk is closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.
Yes. 6 of these made an alcohol-free signature for Cork Cocktail Week 2026, including Head Malt at Cask, Non-Alc The Gilded Age at Fitzgeralds @ The Imperial and Passion Breeze at Metropole Hotel.
Yes. Metropole Hotel, Cask, Paladar, Fitzgeralds @ The Imperial and Monk are about 26 minutes' walk end to end, in that order. The walking route is on this page.
The next Cork Cocktail Week runs 19 to 28 February 2027. Signature cocktails start from €7 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.
Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and Cork's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.
The next Cork Cocktail Week runs 19 to 28 February 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from €7 in bars across Cork, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.
Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Cork Cocktail Week 2026. The cocktails named are the Cork Cocktail Week 2026 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.
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