Moynihan's Irish Bar
Authentic Irish pub in central Funchal — Irish food, live music, multi-screen sports and a great choice of drinks. A reliable expat-and-locals favourite.
About Moynihan's Irish Bar
Moynihan's Irish Bar is a live-music bar in Funchal
The music starts late and runs until the crowd thins — usually well past midnight on weekends. Check the schedule before you go; some nights are jazz, others are local covers bands, and the energy shifts accordingly.
What to know before you go
- Card or cash both work — most regulars run a tab and settle on the way out.
- Doors stay open well past 01:00 on Friday and Saturday — earlier on weeknights.
- Compact indoor space — busy weekend nights can mean standing.
- Walking distance from most central hotels; the harbour-front promenade is the safest late-night route back.
Best time to visit
Year-round. Funchal nightlife is most lively Thursday through Saturday; Sunday and Monday are quietest.
Location
Funchal, Madeira · Open in OpenStreetMap · Google Maps
32.64790, -16.90980
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Frequently asked
Is Moynihan's Irish Bar good for poncha?+
Moynihan's Irish Bar serves poncha alongside its main offer, but for a dedicated poncha experience head to a traditional poncha bar in Câmara de Lobos or Funchal's Old Town.
How late does Moynihan's Irish Bar stay open?+
Moynihan's Irish Bar typically stays open past 02:00 on weekends and around midnight on weekdays. Last drinks depend on the night and the crowd.
Does Moynihan's Irish Bar accept cards?+
Yes — cards and contactless are accepted, alongside cash.
Does Moynihan's Irish Bar have outdoor seating?+
No — Moynihan's Irish Bar is an indoor venue.
Is there a dress code at Moynihan's Irish Bar?+
Casual. Smart-casual is more than enough — Madeira nightlife rarely turns anyone away on what they're wearing.
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