Carrick-a-Rede Bar & Restaurant

Our History

The Journey

From Hotel
to modern day
Bar & Restaurant

“Nestled snug in the heart of Ballintoy’s windswept shores, Carrick-a-rede Bar and Restaurant holds a wealth of history.”

Once a cozy Hotel, it whispered tales of warm welcomes and hearty hospitality to travellers navigating the wild Northern Irish coast. But as the years danced on, Carrick-a-rede shed its old skin, transforming into a spirited gathering place where the flavours of local food, drink and atmosphere sing in harmony.

Old HotelTodays Hotel

Present Day

47 years later and the Carrick-a-Rede bar or “McGinn’s” as it is known to our locals is still thriving.

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