Address: 108 Oliver Plunkett St, Cork, Centre, T12 E6CX, IE

Officially known as The Hibernian Bar, the Hi-B is an elegant and storied pub tucked away on the upper floor of the former Hibernian Hotel on Oliver Plunkett Street, and has been family-owned since 1924. Its atmosphere is unique, small, and intentionally old-fashioned, serving as a peaceful retreat from Cork’s rowdier venues. The most defining and famous feature of the Hi-B is its strict policy against the use of mobile phones, which encourages face-to-face conversation and sociability among patrons.

The specialty drinks are the creamy, highly-praised Murphy’s stout and an outstanding Irish whiskey selection, which quietly benefits from its proximity to the Midleton Distillery. The entertainment often consists of a quiet soundtrack of jazz and opera music, or the spontaneous traditional songs of its regulars. It is considered a true “living time capsule” of Cork’s pub culture, where the atmosphere and conversation are the main attractions.