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What to order
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Cheese Please Burger
Recommended multiple times for being juicy, flavorful, and one of the best burgers experienced by visitors during their Ireland trip.
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Hot Honey Chicken Burger
Highly recommended for its great portion size and delicious flavor; praised as a highlight for food and atmosphere.
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Korean Brisket Burger
Noted for its sweet and spicy flavor; described as a new menu item that guests would return specifically to enjoy again.
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Jack Daniels Burger
Frequently recommended as an excellent burger option with fresh beef and a special sauce, praised for its great flavor and quality.
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The Beast Burger
Mentioned as possibly the best burger in Ireland by a reviewer, emphasizing its outstanding quality.
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Full Irish Breakfast
Highly recommended for being complete and very nicely prepared, appreciated by several guests.
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Mozzarella Sticks
Noted as a perfect starter and well-liked alongside other main dishes like chicken and burgers.
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Double Fried Chips
Praised for their quality and taste, considered a favorite side dish.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12:30 AM |
| Sunday | 12 to 11 PM |
About The Dark Horse Bar
The Dark Horse Bar is a pub, bar, gastropub, and sports bar in Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Reviewers consistently praise the burgers, wings, large portions, and fast service, along with a friendly staff and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It also has pool tables, sports on TV, and a good beer and cocktail selection. The price range is €20–30, and the place is described as casual, cozy, and trendy.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Sports
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Wine
Dining options
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked
What is The Dark Horse Bar known for?
It is especially known for burgers and wings, with reviewers calling out the Cheese Please burger, the Jack Daniels burger, the Korean brisket burger, and the hot honey chicken burger. People also repeatedly mention the pints, craft beer selection, and pool tables, so it works as both a food stop and a bar for games and drinks.
What dishes are most recommended at The Dark Horse Bar?
The most frequently praised items are the wings, the Cheese Please burger, the Jack Daniels burger, the Korean brisket burger, and the hot honey chicken burger. Reviewers also liked mozzarella sticks and loaded fries, with several noting that portions are large enough to be filling or even taken home.
What is the atmosphere like at The Dark Horse Bar?
The vibe is casual and cozy with a lively sports-bar feel, including TVs, darts, and pool tables upstairs. Reviewers describe it as warm and welcoming, and it seems to suit groups, solo diners, and people meeting up for games or watching football.
Is The Dark Horse Bar good value?
Yes, it is generally described as good value for the €20–30 range, with reviewers saying prices are on the lower side for the portion sizes. Several comments mention huge servings, quick service, and food that feels worth the price, especially for burgers and pub meals.
Does The Dark Horse Bar get busy, and what is it best for on a night out?
It is a strong choice for a night out if you want food, drinks, and games in one place, since reviewers mention watching football and darts, then playing pool upstairs. The bar also accepts reservations, which can help if you are going with a group or planning around a match.
Is parking available at The Dark Horse Bar ?
Yes. Free parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
