Morrissey’s, Traditional pub in Abbeyleix, Ireland.
The two-story establishment features high shelf-lined walls, a pot belly stove, and maintains its original 1880s architectural elements throughout the interior.
Initially established as a grocery store in 1775 in a thatched single-story building, Morrissey's underwent reconstruction into its current structure in 1880.
The pub maintains a deliberate absence of televisions and card games, focusing instead on direct social interactions among its patrons.
Operating hours extend from 5:00 PM to 11:30 PM Monday through Thursday, noon to 12:30 AM Friday and Saturday, and 12:30 PM to 11:00 PM Sunday.
The establishment maintains documentation of every individual who has worked behind its bar counter since 1850, creating a recorded legacy of service.
Location: Abbeyleix ED
Location: The Municipal District of Portlaoise
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Address: Main Street R32 T1X8 Abbeyleix R32 T1X8 Abbeyleix
Opening Hours: Lundi-Jeudi 17:00-23:30; Vendredi-Samedi 12:00-00:30; Dimanche 12:30-23:00
Phone: +353578731281
GPS coordinates: 52.91327,-7.34943
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:20
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