The Bosun, Bar, Restaurant & Guesthouse, Monkstown, Co. Cork

Planning a Visit to The Bosun Next Weekend (July 24th – 27th)? Allow Extra Time for Your Journey
As part of the ongoing M28 Project, sections of the N28 and Maryborough Hill Bridge will be closed on the weekend of July 24th - 27th, 2026. The Bosun remains open as normal

Discover Cork City From The Bosun: Culture, Heritage & Local Gems
There’s something special about a day out in Cork City. It’s compact enough to wander, full of character around every corner, and there’s history, food, views, coffee and craic all within a few streets of each other.

East Cork Explorer: Wildlife, Whiskey & Coastal Views
Staying at The Bosun in Monkstown places you perfectly for one of Cork’s most enjoyable day trips: an East Cork adventure filled with wildlife, gardens, castles, whiskey heritage and sea views.

Easter 2026 at The Bosun: Easter Traditions and a Warm Welcome
Easter is always a special time of year here at The Bosun Bar. There’s a real sense of the season turning - longer evenings, a stretch in the days, and that welcome lift in the air that comes with spring.

St. Patrick’s Day at the Bosun
St. Patrick's Day is always a busy one at The Bosun. There's always a great buzz about the place as families and kids dressed in green come through our door, still buzzing from the day's festivities.

Remembering Nicky: Two Years On
On his Second Anniversary. Two years ago, on 13 March 2024, we lost Nicky — a much-loved husband, father, family man, and a friend to so many.

Pancake Tuesday – Gluten Free Pancakes
Pancake Tuesday is here and if you are anything like us you are drooling at the prospect of tucking in to a sizable stack of freshly made pancakes.