Reidys Wine Vault

A hidden gem in the city is how i’d describe this pub. It is directly across from the old site of Jury’s hotel. Ryan suggested we go in there tonight as he has been there in the past. It boasts an impressive red door and a porch prior to entering the pub. When i walked in i didn’t expect what i saw. The decor is fantastic. There is an elevated area on the left directly inside the door with impressive glass and pictures on show above it. The height of the ceilings in this pub will immediately attract your attention. It is a very authentic pub and you certainly wouldn’t think that you are in a pub close to the city center. There are comfortable seats all the way down on the right. There is also a snug area next to the bar. We sat across from the bar. It was quiet except for a few people scattered around the pub. I was suprised at how big an establishment it actually is. The lady behind the bar was very polite and chatted about the bad weather. The Murphy’s was very good quality and was enjoyable. The radio was playing in the background tonight. The seats are old fashioned but grand and comfortable.

The toilets are situated at the back of the pub and out some doors. There was a bad odour in them tonight but other than that they were fine. This pub won black and white pub of the year back in 1989. They serve food and there is a menu available on the way in. It is a pub that i enjoyed visiting and would most certainly head in there again.

Toilet rating: 6/10
Pint rating: 8/10
Overall rating: 8/10

Final comment: Reidys Wine Vault has lots of features that i like about a pub. I would say that it enjoys a good local trade and attracts a more mature clientele.