For every drink there's a story, and every song there's a dance.
With music 7 nights a week, locals and visitors are invited to join in or sit back and enjoy a ‘Silkie’ in the surrounds of the rustic interior with character and characters! With great musicians and Irish dancers, you are guaranteed laughs, memories and craic.
Local craft beers from Kinnegar & Ballayshannon Brewing Company, the legendary ‘Silkie’ Irish Whiskey & An Dúlamán Maritime Gin distilled less than a mile away are one of the many drinks on offer, either by the open turf fire in winter or outdoor seating area overlooking Sliabh Liag on sunnier days.
The Rusty Mackerel is enriched by the many and varied characters who have been frequenting this establishment for decades, with many now portrayed on our exterior walls making it an iconic backdrop for photographs. This brings a great ambience to the bar, one that involves endless laughter and craic.
Traditional Irish music is played 7 nights a week at the Rusty Mackerel, ensuring whatever night you pop in, you can experience the sounds of local musicians. Make sure to wear your dancing shoes though, sometimes the music is so irresistible, even the staff dance.
