McGinty's Irish Bar
A popular Irish bar in Cairns City with a 4.7 rating across 448 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
McGinty's Irish Bar brings classic Irish-pub warmth to Shields Street in Cairns City, in the heart of tropical Far North Queensland. A strong 4.7 rating across 448 reviews — a remarkable score for that many — marks it as a genuine local favourite.
The appeal is a relaxed, characterful Irish bar with real charm — a great spot for a pint, a feed, live entertainment and a bit of craic. Its central Cairns location, close to the Esplanade and the city's nightlife, makes it an easy and entertaining destination.
Drinks lists, live entertainment, events and trading hours change over time, and it gets busy in peak periods. If you're heading in for a particular night or show, it's worth checking the current details directly with the venue before you go.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 13:00 – 00:00
- TuesdayToday
- 13:00 – 00:00
- Wednesday
- 13:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 13:00 – 00:00
- Friday
- 13:00 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 13:00 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 15:00 – 00:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 86
- Popularity
- 80
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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