Irish Pub: why they’re so popular

Irish Pub

No matter how far you travel, one thing’s for sure: you’re likely to come across an Irish pub, according to The Guardian. There are estimated to be some 7,000 Irish theme bars or Irish Pubs globally, these have only come into their own over the last two decades. The phenomenon was thought to start in 1990 when Irish architect Mel McNally started the Irish Pub Company. He predicted that a spike in Irish tourism would spark interest for Irish Pubs internationally. He was right. The Irish Pub Company was appointed by Guinness as their sole Irish Pub concept designer. According to Guinness, 2,000 Irish pubs opened in Europe between 1992 and 1999. And apparently business for new pubs is still as brisk as it was back in those ‘boom days‘.

According to Mel McNally, the key ingredients for a successful Irish Pub are authentic design, authentic Irish food, authentic Irish beverages and Irish music and entertainment. This could be a winning formula, with one Irish Pub opening each three days (on average).

The post picture the The Irishman Pub in Stavanger. A welcome retreat on a showery, spring day exploring the centre of Stavanger! Pubs should be enjoyed responsibly. See Drinkaware for advice.

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