Left Bank

blackbeard

Anybody been in there yet?
Whats it like?

Plug

Over 21's and its not all opened. I heard it was crap. Apparently he wanted a tunnel built from the bank across the road to the Hibernian, planning permission said no.

Purry Cat

I don't think Plug's informant will be winning any awards for good taste in the near future. The Left Bank is in fact very pleasant. High ceiling, plenty of room. A kind of a cross between upstairs in Morrisson's and the Hibernian.

Only thing is, I suspect it'll be taking much of its clientele from the Hibernian, which will surely defeat the purpose.

dodgerkk

I have to say that I really like it (tastefully done) and I don't think it will pull from the Hibernian. Obviously it will initially as people will want to check it out, but the Hibernian is all about comfort and there's hardly ever music playing whereas the Left Bank has music playing and it seems to be less confortable than the Hibernian.

I know that come December, I'll be in the Hibernian sitting near the fire and Christmas tree!

just-wonderin

Purry Cat wrote: »

I don't think Plug's informant will be winning any awards for good taste in the near future. The Left Bank is in fact very pleasant. High ceiling, plenty of room. A kind of a cross between upstairs in Morrisson's and the Hibernian.

it's a1+ i love it cant wait until it all opened:D

highgiant1985

with the bouncers on the doors in suits im guessing its a strict dress code policy is it?

brettmirl

Left Bank?

I assume it's the old Bank Of Ireland on the Parade (not been home in a few weeks)?

kleefarr

mick_irl wrote: »

Left Bank?

I assume it's the old Bank Of Ireland on the Parade (not been home in a few weeks)?

Yep.

brettmirl

Ah it's opened early so. I was told before it wasn't due open until the weekend of the Cat Laughs.

warrenstown

Overall I'd say it's like a bigger and cheaper version of the Hibernian (and given how rich looking the Hibernian building is, that's not an insult).

I popped in last night (Monday) for a drink and it's quite nice. However, as one person pointed out, despite the massive effort and money put into it, it looks like they got the artwork and paintings from Woodies DIY.

Also, personally, I'm not a fan of bars with high ceilings. So while there was plenty of little nooks and private areas, it didn't feel cosy. However we still have the upstairs to come (in about a month when they have a full compliment of staff trained in) and the smoking area too (which I told is something special).
Plus they definitely don't want a teeny-boppers crowd so I'd say the bouncers will be more strict on age than clothes.

I was a big fan of Carpe Diem until the Hibernian and Left Bank owner sold it (it's still the same building but not the same buzz) so I was looking forward to the Left Bank. The high ceilings have put me off for now but we'll see how things pan out.

dogerster

eh most of the art work is from local artists, some from when 12 artists had an exhibition in the bank. I think it great to support local artists. I really like the left bank I can t beguin to imagine how much work went into it and I have been the 3 times already lovely.

bigmurt

I'm not keen on the muddy brown colour of the place , but on the whole it's fine . the main bar is nice and airy . but he should have done more to differentiate the smaller bars , give them a slightly different look .

It'll be interesting to see how it beds down and what type of crowd it's getting in a month or two . It's sort of licorice all sorts at the moment .:D

blackbeard

i actualy popped in the other day. i liked it nice decor but the staff looked really tired and were a little snappy for my liking. It was different to go up in a lift to get to the toilets but the view was cool looking out over the parade. i am sure when they do food it will be good.

warrenstown

dogerster wrote: »

eh most of the art work is from local artists, some from when 12 artists had an exhibition in the bank.

Local artists? Fair play, it's a nice touch but I mustn't have seen those pictures. The painting I saw was behind the bar that's located straight in front of the front door. There is also art work of a similar style up along the wood panelling by the large windows on the side. It's kind of bland stuff, I hope this isn't our local effort, it really does remind me of the stuff you'd see in Woodies!

But it's only a small aspect of the overall pub which is only 1/3 open. Hopefully it'll turn out to be a nice alternative to Langtons front bar which can be a nice spot to meet when it's not jam-packed.

road_high

Haven't been in yet but silly name and cheap signage looks poor

Nightwish

Brian Cowen was in there this evening with a host of other FF'ers

bigmurt

was in there tonight .

one barman told me he worked over 120 hrs last week - no wonder they look tired !

as for art work - the ground floor has assorted stuff ( much of it france themed ) that gerry picked up at various times . a barman said there's other stuff that will be used on the other floors that may be kk work .

ztoical

mfitzy wrote: »

Haven't been in yet but silly name and cheap signage looks poor

have to agree. I thought they'd done a nice job cleaning up the front and the windows they put in were in keeping with the style of the building and then they stuck those tacky cheap looking signs up - hoping they are just temp jobs.

highgiant1985

was in there last friday i think it was? It was packed couldn't move at all... the place looked nice alright though, or maybe my judgement was being distorted by all the pretty ladys I can't remember... I'll be staying away on the busy nights but will give it another chance in another month or two..

Purry Cat

ztoical wrote: »

have to agree. I thought they'd done a nice job cleaning up the front and the windows they put in were in keeping with the style of the building and then they stuck those tacky cheap looking signs up - hoping they are just temp jobs.

Cheap looking signage? Are you nuts? There's nothing cheap about the signs. And the lettering is meant to look French.

Plug

I heard its gone to over 23's is this true? And also you can't have your tattoos visible?

EKRIUQ

I was there Monday afternoon, and must say I was impressed with the amount of work done and with the character and style of the building. The top two floors have alot of work to do but I'ts going to be a huge pub.#

I like the high ceilings and the length of bars around the place plus the two different entrances.

Didn't like the 3rd floor toilet(even if you had a view of the taxi rank) and the dark stairs up there.

Firetrap

I heard that story about the tattoos alright. And that lads can't wear t-shirts.

baby bear

its not over 21's,im 19 and i was in there on sunday night!!!i found it like a maze when it came in terms to finding the toilets,and then once i reached them the que was like the que fof the bathrooms in langtons!!

catbear

i heard whispers were opening a second kilkenny outlet beside the Left Bank, i think they are calling it the Gaza Strip!

Nightwish

^^that was a joke told at the cat laughs.

I was in there last night and tbh, it'll be my last visit. Too many people packed in there, I couldnt hear myself think. Lots of pretentious ar$eholes too.

Deliverance XXV

Nightwish wrote: »

^^that was a joke told at the cat laughs.

I was in there last night and tbh, it'll be my last visit. Too many people packed in there, I couldnt hear myself think. Lots of pretentious ar$eholes too.

I was there last night

It was fairly busy alright but it took a while to pack up.
It's a long way to the top toilets if you don't use the elevator, which I found out last night... And to save everyone the hassle there is a bathroom on the first floor.

yeahyeahitsted

Id have to advise all to avoid it. I was in there last Friday with friends and was removed by a small bouncer suffering "small angry man syndrome" for simply talking to my girlfriend. Its over priced, the crowds definitely exceed the fire safety cert and the walk to the toilets would have you exhausted all in all i wouldn’t be going back there to waste money in it

Nightwish

King Nothing wrote: »

I was there last night

As long as you weren't the guy who molested me on the way out! I punched him :pac:

Plug

yeahyeahitsted wrote: »

Id have to advise all to avoid it. I was in there last Friday with friends and was removed by a small bouncer suffering "small angry man syndrome" for simply talking to my girlfriend. Its over priced, the crowds definitely exceed the fire safety cert and the walk to the toilets would have you exhausted all in all i wouldn’t be going back there to waste money in it

Im sure you wern't asked to leave because you your talking, thats just stupid.
you didn't molest nightwish by any chance?

Deliverance XXV

Nightwish wrote: »

As long as you weren't the guy who molested me on the way out! I punched him :pac:

Plug wrote: »

you didn't molest nightwish by any chance?

Ha!
It wasn't me! Swear to SIZE="1"]Insert religious deity of choice here[/SIZE God!:)

Dr.Sanchez

Its a ****hole jus like every other pub in town, no wonder why theres so many weirdos in Kilkenny... because their all ****ing alco's!!

highgiant1985

00Blaine00 wrote: »

Its a ****hole jus like every other pub in town, no wonder why theres so many weirdos in Kilkenny... because their all ****ing alco's!!

welcome to boards to you to! wonder if you're one of the newspaper article offspring

dogerster

00Blaine00 wrote: »

Its a ****hole jus like every other pub in town, no wonder why theres so many weirdos in Kilkenny... because their all ****ing alco's!!

Hi 00Blaine00 welcome to boards ! Were you bullied as a child ?

Dr.Sanchez

dogerster wrote: »

Hi 00Blaine00 welcome to boards ! Were you bullied as a child ?

Nah, were you? Or are you just one of those people who's the same as everybody else.... sheep!

Dr.Sanchez

highgiant1985 wrote: »

welcome to boards to you to! wonder if you're one of the newspaper article offspring

Nope, bartender actually!

yeahyeahitsted

no didnt molest anyone, thats the problem i was approached and asked to leave it was my first time there and as i said did nothing but got thrown out. Wouldnt mind if i was messing, but it left a sour taste.

dogerster

00Blaine00 wrote: »

Its a ****hole jus like every other pub in town, no wonder why theres so many weirdos in Kilkenny... because their all ****ing alco's!!

So I take it then that you work in an above mentioned ****hole. Guess that explains you wonderful personality

Dr.Sanchez

dogerster wrote: »

So I take it then that you work in an above mentioned ****hole. Guess that explains you wonderful personality

Yeah, I do!... tell me something I dont know...

Plug

There's a lot of noobs going around. I wonder can we blame KK people for this?:D

Nightwish

Of course! Too much of a coincidence for it not to be the influence of the paper.

/ontopic...I hate the left bank

catbear

would it be true to surmise that the left bank took a large chunk of langthans clientele. i was in langthons (can't remember exact spelling) friday night and it was soooo quite. it actually made me sleepy.
but the left bank fish bowl was hopping. i have yet to cross its threshold, i think i'll go a week night just to take in the decor.

highgiant1985

catbear wrote: »

would it be true to surmise that the left bank took a large chunk of langthans clientele. i was in langthons (can't remember exact spelling) friday night and it was soooo quite. it actually made me sleepy.
but the left bank fish bowl was hopping. i have yet to cross its threshold, i think i'll go a week night just to take in the decor.

they're serving food in the left bank now as well, or what theyre trying to pass as food. to be fair what they serve does taste ok but theyd a v poor menu to pick from imo. Ill be sticking to rafter dempsys for the dinners can't go wrong!

anyone else tried the food in left bank yet?

Deliverance XXV

highgiant1985 wrote: »

there serving food in the left bank now as well, or what theyre trying to pass as food. to be fair what they serve does taste ok but theyd a v poor menu to pick from imo. Ill be sticking to rafter dempsys for the dinners can't go wrong!

anyone else tried the food in left bank yet?

Nope, but I did find myself in there again last night...

*melanie*

is the leftbank much more expensive than most bars for a pint?i was hoping to go there next week for my better-halfs birthday{on the rare ocassion we get a babysitter!} but we are both heavily tattooed,do u reckon we could get in to check it out?

Deliverance XXV

*melanie* wrote: »

is the leftbank much more expensive than most bars for a pint?i was hoping to go there next week for my better-halfs birthday{on the rare ocassion we get a babysitter!} but we are both heavily tattooed,do u reckon we could get in to check it out?

IMO, the bouncers will probably choose who gets in, depending them on how they look when they arrive seeking entry. Stereotyping is well and truly alive.

They also proposed that men who don't wear shirts would be refused entry. I have since been in there twice and I saw plenty who were wearing t-shirts.

*melanie*

King Nothing wrote: »

IMO, the bouncers will probably choose who gets in, depending them on how they look when they arrive seeking entry. Stereotyping is well and truly alive.

They also proposed that men who don't wear shirts would be refused entry. I have since been in there twice and I saw plenty who were wearing t-shirts.

well,we will obviously be tidy enough,but i already get the feeling that its gonna be a no-go! my otherhalf has his neck fully done and stuff,and i know its wrong but if they say no after us making an effort,im just gonna want to lamp the bouncer!{not gonna happen though} you are so very right,stereotyping is very much alive indeed:rolleyes: