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What to order
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Steak
Recommended multiple times for being cooked to perfection and described as the best steak one reviewer had ever had.
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Crumbed Chicken And Mash
Called fantastic in one review, with praise for its lovely flavor, good presentation, and decent portions.
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Southern Fried Chicken Burger
Described as great and part of a meal that was considered top notch and very reasonably priced.
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4
Sunday Roast Dinner
Praised as delicious, with a family review noting that even the kids ate all their lunch.
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5
Open Face Chicken Sandwich
Mentioned as delicious in a review of a fantastic family meal.
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6
Dessert
Described as so tasty, making a meal memorable enough for the reviewer to highlight it specifically.
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7
Chunky Chips
Specifically mentioned, though in a less positive way, as being overdone.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 11 PM |
About Maginns
Maginns is a pub, bar, and restaurant in Castlewellan, Northern Ireland. It serves food and drinks in a casual, cozy setting, with outdoor seating, table service, and options for beer, cocktails, wine, and food at the bar. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly staff, good service, and food that is described as delicious, reasonably priced, and suitable for families. Reviews also mention Guinness, a warm interior, and a welcoming atmosphere for groups, tourists, children, and dogs.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Live performances
- Sports
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Dancing
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked
What is Maginns known for?
Maginns is especially known for its Guinness, chowder, and hearty pub food such as the chicken stack and southern fried chicken burger. Reviewers also mention a warm, cozy interior and friendly service, which makes it a popular place for a meal and a pint in Castlewellan.
What dishes are most recommended at Maginns?
Reviewers specifically highlight the southern fried chicken burger, chicken stack, chowder, Sunday roast dinner, and steak. The food is described as delicious, top notch, and reasonably priced, with enough variety for lighter meals and more hearty plates.
What is the atmosphere like at Maginns?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and lively, with a characterful interior, a warm fire, and a pub feel that reviewers say has plenty of craic. It suits families, groups, and tourists, and some reviews mention separate space for parties with a toddler or dog.
Is Maginns good value, and what is the price range?
Maginns falls in the £10 to 30 range, and reviewers repeatedly call the food very reasonably priced. People also say the portions and quality make it a strong value for a pub meal, especially for dishes like the chicken burger, roast dinner, and steak.
What should I know before visiting Maginns?
It can get busy, with reviews mentioning that the pub was packed at times, so reservations may help. It is close to Castlewellan Forest Park and at the end or beginning of Main Street, and it offers outdoor seating, live music, sports, and a good beer selection.
Is parking available at Maginns?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Maginns kid-friendly?
Yes, Maginns is good for kids.
