Old Oak

Today was supposed to be a memorable night out at Old Oak Pub, where my friends and I had planned to enjoy a jazz event we’d been looking forward to for weeks. As an Indian student in the area, I was excited to experience the local scene and share it with friends. However, the night took a disheartening turn due to the way we were treated.

When I arrived, my friends were already inside, so I explained to the security guard that I just needed to join them. Suddenly, a bald man nearby, who seemed influential, interrupted and flatly told me I wouldn’t be allowed in at all. Despite my polite request to wait in line, he insisted I had no chance of entry and pressured the security guard to make sure of it. I felt humiliated but still waited patiently in the queue, hoping things would work out.

Old Oak is the most iconic bar in Cork. It's next to the Post Office and in the same street there are other bars known as the Qube, where every Thursday you can go along to a Karaoke Latin music session. The Old Oak is the place to be, with multiple rooms, their decor and dance space plays host to local bands. In addition, there are many seats of all types and they serve all kinds of beers. It's best to have a Guiness because it is the most typical beverage in Ireland. I really recommend it to anyone visiting Cork.