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Johnnie Fox's

Ireland

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You have the opportunity to have a delicious lunch here while enjoying live traditional Irish music & some very tasty beers too.

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Contents

7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Johnnie Fox's, an establishment that proudly holds the title of the highest pub in Ireland, situated at a remarkable 283 meters above sea level in the Dublin Mountains. As your scholarly guide, I invite you to explore…

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  2. 21798 and the Revolutionary Foundations

    The year 1798 is etched into the Irish consciousness as the year of the Great Rebellion, a time of profound political upheaval and the pursuit of independence. It was in this transformative year that Johnnie Fox's was first…

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  3. 3A Museum of Memorabilia — The Walls That Speak

    One of the most striking features of Johnnie Fox's is the overwhelming abundance of memorabilia that covers nearly every square inch of its walls and ceilings. This is not mere decoration; it is a meticulously curated—or perhaps…

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  4. 4The Culinary Heart — Seafood and the Perfect Pint

    Despite its high-altitude location, Johnnie Fox's has built a formidable reputation as a premier destination for fresh seafood. The management prides itself on getting seafood 'all the long way up' fresh every day, a logistical…

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  5. 5The Hooley Show — A Celebration of Dance and Music

    The Hooley Show at Johnnie Fox's is perhaps the most famous traditional Irish entertainment experience in the country. A 'Hooley' is a traditional Irish party, and Fox's delivers this on a grand scale every night. …

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  6. 6The Snug and the Hearth — Sanctuary in the Mountains

    Amidst the bustling restaurant and the high-energy show areas, Johnnie Fox's maintains several intimate 'snugs' and cozy corners centered around roaring fireplaces. In the world of the traditional Irish pub, the snug was a…

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  7. 7Closing

    As you prepare to depart from Johnnie Fox's and wind your way back down the mountain, take a moment to reflect on the multifaceted experience you have just had. We have explored the pub's revolutionary origins in 1798, its…

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What is Johnnie Fox's?

Johnnie Fox's is a place in Ireland with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationIreland
TypeFood
Story sections7
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates53.2217, -6.2192
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