New Business Spotlight - Reillys Irish Pub and Restaurant

EAST DURHAM — - Get ready for a craic-filled adventure in the heart of the Catskills! Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant is opening its doors at 2212 NY-145 in East Durham  bringing authentic Irish flavors, lively music, and warm hospitality to the community.

Owner Michael Reilly, a Cavan native started out with his own bar in Ireland  "Aughavas’s Leitrim" before he made the leap to America, landing in Queens, NY. Bartending at the Dugout in Woodside and building a successful construction company, "Advanced Construction," in 2006, Michael's journey led him and his family – wife Sonia and their 5 kiddos: Michael, twins Frances and Orla, along with Claire, and Margaret – to the scenic Catskills. After many camper trips exploring the area, they fell in love and decided to reestablish the old McKenna's Motel and transform the nearby Nelly's Irish Bar into Reilly's.

Authentic Irish cuisine is the star of the show here! According to head chef Sean McCarthy, must-try dishes include 

 Irish bangers with Colcannon mash where cabbage meets mashed potatoes in a match made in heaven.

Lemon Chicken Francese,

St. Louise Barbeque Ribs,

Calamari with an "excellent batter",

Reuben & Rachel sandwiches (turkey twist on the classic),

Decadent chocolate mousse, plus vegan dining options.

Reilly's boasts a hall perfect for dinner dances, baby showers, wedding receptions, bachelor parties – you name it!" says Sonia Reilly.

"We're gonna have great food, great drinks, and nights with live music. Come in and pay us a visit!" cheered owner Michael Reilly.

Reilly's pub and restaurant is open daily from 5-10PM with music kicking off at 9:00.