Mellett's Emporium
Mellett's Emporium
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11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Monday
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Friday
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Mellett's Emporium is an original Old Worlde Pub that has been in the Mellett Family since 1797 and seven generations. Although there have been many changes to the business since it first opened i.e. You can no longer purchase groceries, arrange your funeral or book your boat to America, the pub still retains its original character. On display in the pub is a vast collection of antiques and memorabilia which have been amassed since opening the doors in 1797. Everybody is welcome at Mellett's Emporium where you can relax in front of the roaring fire, watch a match on one of the big screens or enjoy a drink 'al fresco' in the large beer garden. Customers can avail of free WIFI and card payments are accepted.
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Bromley, UK902 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
We were looking for a traditional Irish pub on our way to knock airport to have one last drink to finish our trip.
We kept going until we reached the town of Swinford and decided to park up and have a look at what was open. I must admit I wasn’t too sure about going into Melletts as the outside decor is a bit off putting. However all that fell away when we walked in and spotted that beautiful open fire 🔥. We enjoyed a couple of last drinks in this wonderful pub - the barmaid was welcoming and the toilets looked like they had been newly refurbished. See, never judge a book by it’s cover.
Ended our trip to Mayo on a high. Definitely worth a visit if in town.
We kept going until we reached the town of Swinford and decided to park up and have a look at what was open. I must admit I wasn’t too sure about going into Melletts as the outside decor is a bit off putting. However all that fell away when we walked in and spotted that beautiful open fire 🔥. We enjoyed a couple of last drinks in this wonderful pub - the barmaid was welcoming and the toilets looked like they had been newly refurbished. See, never judge a book by it’s cover.
Ended our trip to Mayo on a high. Definitely worth a visit if in town.
Written January 3, 2023
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Sophie
Kilkenny, Ireland1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Friends
I visited here last weekend with some friends. We were served by a young girl called Andrea.She was very sweet and polite, when one of my friends dropped a glass she was very understanding and told us not to worry. She made us feel so welcome. Thank you!! We will be back again!
Written November 9, 2023
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flyfisherchris
Swinford, Ireland37 contributions
Oct 2019
Great traditional pub in swinford, great atmosphere and always very welcoming. True Irish hospitality.
Written November 6, 2019
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superam
Derby, UK85 contributions
Feb 2017
Loved this bar.
Great beer and crac.
Even on a Sunday night it was rocking. Locals were very friendly. Love to be there on a live band night.
Great beer and crac.
Even on a Sunday night it was rocking. Locals were very friendly. Love to be there on a live band night.
Written February 22, 2017
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Kesh_grammy
Province of Connacht, Ireland41,342 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
I recall my first visit to Mellett's quite a number of years ago, I thought I had stepped back in time and wished the walls could talk....Since then I have enjoyed more than a few visits, including watching the Mayo - Dublin Finals 2016 on the large screen, (it was the place to be!).
Thanks Joe!
Thanks Joe!
Written November 22, 2016
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born2bwild
Weehawken, NJ115 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
Built in 1797, this pub has all the charm one would expect from a rural Irish pub, plus a huge flat screen tv for watching sporting events . We were clearly the only tourists in the place. Friendly locals, good cold beer on tap.
Written June 27, 2016
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Mayo55
Mayo Ireland102 contributions
Apr 2016 • Friends
Great pub with friendly staff. Full of history and stories. Antiques are on display all over the pub. Roasting log fires in cold weather. Great selection of drinks. Spotless toilets.
Written April 17, 2016
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Simon C
Leeds, UK18 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Magical place, full of Irish charm and steeped in history. Lovely warm welcome by the landlady and a quality pint of Guinness.
Well worth a visit.
Well worth a visit.
Written August 30, 2023
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vamountainfan
New York14 contributions
Sep 2019
We are Americans who stayed in Swinford for 2 nights in September. Marie Mellett, the publican and first female owner of Mellett's in hundreds of years, is a kind and welcoming person who will make you feel at home. In fact, everyone who worked here made us feel very welcome. It is beautifully decorated, with all sorts of fascinating things on the wall having to do with the history of the pub. This pub has been in the Mellett family for seven generations. If you want a true Irish pub experience, as it's done in Ireland, go here! I can't recommend Mellett's highly enough!
Written September 29, 2019
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Tommytexa
Essex, UK5 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
This pub does need any more five star reviews because it is simply one of the very best pubs in Ireland. This is a tardis of a bar that streches way way back and is decorated from floor to ceiling with 200 years plus of love and effort, of collected local memorabilia. But is a proper real local pub as well, with great beer and sports, and a great outdoor back bar which the younger crowd make their own in the evening. This is a great friendly town and if you are lucky enough to have a night in Melletts i am sure you will agree with me, that this is a very special bar.
Thanks to the great staff for looking after us so well. Will be back.
Thanks to the great staff for looking after us so well. Will be back.
Written August 7, 2019
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