We had a fantastic experience at Johnny Frank’s Bar! We stopped in on a weekday at around 6:30 p.m., and everything was excellent from start to finish.
Our meals included the homemade soup of the day with freshly baked bread, the Meadowlands Seafood Chowder, the Pióg Pies’ Lamb Pie, the kids’ pan-fried chicken fillet with mash and vegetables, and Johnny’s Special. The food arrived quickly, was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared.
The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. We also appreciated how clean everything was, including the bathrooms.
We were staying at the hotel next door, so it was very convenient to walk over for dinner. We highly recommend Johnny Frank’s Bar to anyone looking for great food, excellent service, and a pleasant dining experience.
Irish · Tralee, Co. Kerry
Johnny Frank’s Bar Tralee
Closed now Opens today at 12:00 4.4 on Google · 56 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
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| Tuesday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
| Friday today | 12:00 – 21:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 – 21:00 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsOakpark Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry
- CuisineIrish
- Price€€
- Phone+353 66 718 0444
- Nearest stationTralee Casement Station · 780 m
- AccessWheelchair friendly
About Johnny Frank’s
On Oakpark Road in Tralee, Johnny Frank’s is an Irish bar and restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. Traditional Irish dishes sit alongside modern plates built on local produce.
Kerry County Museum is around 1.4 km away, so it pairs well with a visit there. Public transport is handy: Tralee Casement Station station lies roughly 780 m from the door. Tralee has 131 restaurants, cafés and takeaways in our guide, and this is one of them. Its immediate neighbour is Meadowlands Hotel Co. Kerry.
Good to know: wheelchair access are available here. Doors are open daily, noon to 9pm. Its public Google rating stands at 4.4 stars (56 reviews), with recent reviewers most often mentioning atmosphere and good for families.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Irish |
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| Type | Bar and restaurant |
| Price guide | €€ (mid-range) |
| Google rating | 4.4 / 5 from 56 reviews |
| Address | Oakpark Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry |
| Phone | +353 66 718 0444 |
| Wheelchair access | Yes |
| Open | 7 days a week · 63 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Tralee Casement Station (780 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Kerry County Museum (1.4 km) |
| From Dublin city centre | 260 km |
| Coordinates | 52.27619, -9.69134 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at Johnny Frank’s
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at Johnny Frank’s
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€7.50
Baileys Cheesecake
Baileys Irish cream cheesecake, chocolate crumb
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€9
Garlic Mushrooms
Pan-fried button mushrooms in garlic cream on toasted sourdough
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€9
Crispy Brie
Panko-crumbed brie with cranberry and port compote
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€21
Irish Beef & Guinness Stew
Slow-cooked Irish beef, root vegetables, creamy mash
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€7.50
Apple Crumble
Bramley apple, oat crumble, warm custard
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€7.50
Soup of the Day
Freshly made daily, served with brown bread and Irish butter
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of bar and restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Fridays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for irish venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 12:00 – 21:00
- Sunset in Tralee today: 19:14
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 131 places to eat in Tralee
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
AtmosphereGood for families
We had dinner recently in this bar. The food was really good, and varied. We liked all of it, each of us took a main dish and a desert.
Good selection of beers, no problem there either.
The service was normal, but a star is lost here because the beers were put on the table a bit too abruptly and some of it spilled on the tray. Even though not much was lost, the glasses should have been refilled to the top in order to make sure we had the right level.
The atmosphere is great, there is a set of bookshelves on the top floor surrounding us, giving the place a special atmosphere. We had also a lot of space, it was fine.
Food was beyond fantastic. Honestly we were surprised that we had some of the best pasta we had ever had in this hotel restaurant in Tralee.
The cannelloni was absolutely to die for. Drink options were varied and extensive.
Would love to come back here if only for the food.
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Where is Johnny Frank’s?
Johnny Frank’s is located at Oakpark Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is Johnny Frank’s open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 12:00 – 21:00.
What time does Johnny Frank’s close tonight?
It is currently closed. Opens today at 12:00.
Is Johnny Frank’s wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is recorded as wheelchair accessible.
What other restaurants are near Johnny Frank’s?
The closest alternatives are Meadowlands Hotel Co. Kerry (10 m), Another Mug (390 m) and Apache Pizza Oakland (590 m).
How is Johnny Frank’s rated?
Johnny Frank’s has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 on Google, based on 56 public reviews. Reviewers often mention atmosphere and good for families.
What is the nearest train station?
Tralee Casement Station is about 780 m away, roughly 10 minutes on foot.
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