We had noticed the Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub when walking around during our first day in Whistler. Being a bit partial to the taste of Irish we went there for lunch the next day.
When we looked in we found two Welsh ladies from the same tour as us already there. We joined them and they whispered gleefully: "its a two for one special offer". Well I was all for that and a pint of Guinness to wash it down. We ordered Irish stew for two a pint of Guinness for me and a soft drink for my wife.
While waiting I looked around with fascination at the old bicycle and other artefacts hanging from the walls that "normal" people would have thrown out. I have the theory that Irish pubs originally were run from someone’s living room and the bric a brac was just the normal items of the house. This theory will do until someone gives me a better one.
The large picture windows gave a great view of Blackcombe Mountain from our table. The view for those sitting on the patio soaking in the sun would have been even better. The Pub is in the Pan Pacific Lodge at the base of the mountain. I couldn't help thinking - crafty devils, the passengers from the gondola will practically fall through the door of the pub. The gondola was not running while we were there.
This pub was built in Ireland and transported across so it is as genuine as they come. You are supposed to soak up the rich Irish heritage and share in the unique celebration of all things Irish. Singing and music is part a common part of an Irish pub scene but it was too early in the day for festivities. On our visit the heritage was the food, the articles hanging from the wall, the Guinness, the quick and cheerful service and the value for money
I can thoroughly recommend this pub as a place to eat and have a pint if Guinness. For further information check out their website:
The Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub