Bunratty Tavern

PLEASE VOTE NO ON #5

I know most of you have probably seen posts about the ramifications for Vote #5 that states the restaurants will have to raise prices and that'll it cause some of us to close down etc in order to pay the $15 minimum wage.

We're already paying that to our 16 year olds, first time employment, still at school, etc. (who we love to have as I believe it's the backbone training that all kids should have before entering any field of professional employment as it teaches them so much on how to handle customer/client situations)

If our tipped employees have a quiet day, perhaps because of a storm, roads blocked off, it's already our responsibility to make up the difference so that they make at least $15 per hour.
Now that being said... who's going to work for the same money that a school kid makes, with no experience, and does this literally, fulltime, to support themselves and perhaps kids, for their living. Have a look at this more realistic view of what a server/bartender does... most of whom make at least, again I say, at least, $30 per hour during a normal shift ($50 ph on a good shift)... are you seriously thinking they would prefer the option to go with #5... The Bigger picture here is that Restaurants will close down because no Server/Bartender is going to work for $15 per hour - it's absolutely INSANE... Read On....

Until you’ve worked a busy Friday when you’re down a bus boy, you have service slips for 2 espresso martinis, one light, one dark, a margarita with sugar, a rusty nail and, oh joy - a frozen mudslide. Someone broke a glass near the ice but not sure if any got in it - have to dump it. Barback is getting new ice but now you have to clear the dirty bar as a couple sits directly in the dirty seats even though you sweetly asked - just let me clear that first. What can I get you to drink? Do you have fresh mint? Crap. Table 30 needs a gluten free menu. The expo yells 86 prime rib - s**t, do they have the ones I just put in? Hostess double sat you, it’s okay I can swing by on the way to drop off table 33s check. Now your regulars just came in with big smiles and are waving you over to show you their pictures from Italy and hey, who has time to sing happy birthday to table 35? - until you’ve lived though this or cried in a walk in, don’t comment on my tips.
I’ve been in this industry for over 20 years but I am more than a bartender. I love my job but it’s hard work. My coworkers are my family, my regulars are my friends, and no one should put a price on my tips but them.
We didn’t make it through Covid to start this s**t. Get educated - vote no on 5!

Bottom Line is VOTE NO on #5, restaurants and Servers/Bartenders depend on your Vote.
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We will be closed Sunday & Monday of Labor Day Weekend so our staff, our Bunratty family, can enjoy the weekend with Their Family! See you all on Tuesday.

Join us next weekend for this group of fun guys - always a great night of entertainment

Saturday 9/7 Bunratty Tavern
620 Main St., Reading 7-10 pm
A gumbo of music styles with some Guinness and shepherds pie.
Outdoor patio seating, happy staff
Parking lot access from Woburn Street. 

Best of Luck to my Beautiful daughter Rachel, starting her Para Professional career at Billerica High School tomorrow, best move ever to fit in with her schedule as a Cheer Leading Coach - hope you love your new position - you'll do Fantastic!

Sorry for the short notice but we’ll NOT have musical bingo tonight - Dj Kev is on Vacation - will definitely be back for next Thursday

Did you know that not only is The Charles open for dinner Thursday-Saturday, we're also available for all other days, plus Saturday/Sunday AM for private Functions.... message us for information - it's a beautiful spot for private gatherings.

Come check out our Private Room, good for parties of 30-60

Did you know that not only is The Charles open for dinner Thursday-Saturday, we're also available for all other days, plus Saturday/Sunday AM for private Functions.... message us for information - it's a beautiful spot for private gatherings.

Our sister restaurant, right next door - great food, cocktails and ambience

Did you know that not only is The Charles open for dinner Thursday-Saturday, we're also available for all other days, plus Saturday/Sunday AM for private Functions.... message us for information - it's a beautiful spot for private gatherings.

Come join us Friday for a great night of music with The Silver Spears - always a great night night with these guys!

This Friday August 9th The Diddley Idols are putting on a great show right here in Reading! Reservations available until 6 pm, $10 cash cover at door. You won’t want to miss this duo!🎤

Exciting things coming to Bunratty! Friday August 9th we have the pleasure of hosting The Diddley Idols the “dynamic duo with the full band sound” you won’t want to miss this one☘️🎤 *$10 cash cover at door* Show starts at 7pm, reservations are being accepted but only from 6pm - nothing later

Somethings just get better with age😉☘️A little “Transformation Tuesday” for those of you who have been with us from the beginning - 10 years from start of bar construction - flys by when you’re having fun! Sláinte🍻

Best delivery we’ve received in awhile… Magners is FINALLY back!!☘️🍻

Always a great night with Side Project Wakefield, call us at (781) 779 8245 to make reservations

Coming back to Bunratty Tavern
Friday August 2 , 7-10pm with a couple of Reggae tunes added to our mix.

Grab some tickets to a great comedy show next door at The Charles Thursday July 18!! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tags-and-roses-with-dan-hall-tickets-899217201857?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaa_ULE7_r3ydKBHHOpbzwYfHd77KbDGAud3gyXEZZ5rWHGSdX8whC3rzKo_aem_3G4y6io24zqeCu0YbHLdpA

are back!! Get your tickets for another fun nights of laughs with great comedians, delicious food and drinks Thursday July 18th🎤
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Erin’s Guild in the house tonight

Just a reminder that we'll be closed this weekend for our Staff to celebrate and enjoy this weekend off - see you all Monday!

Happy 4th of July! We will be closed Thursday-Sunday and back open Monday at noon🇺🇸

Look who made it onto The Diddley Idols calendar for August - Stay tuned for details. A SHOW definitely not to be missed!

Happy 4th of July! We will be closed Thursday-Sunday and back open Monday at noon🇺🇸

My Bunratty Grand Baby Teaghan loving her first ever mashed potat

Best quote ever from Chef Anthony Bourdain - Life is Short.

Zack Bolles Band in the house tonight - starts at 7pm - come on down!

Keep an eye out for some Slainte folks appearing in Zack Bolles Band this weekend, and come say hi to Jen and Liam at The Cottage Bar session this Sunday!

Join us this weekend for great pints and music by The Finn McCools and Silver Spears ☘️🎙️

Celtics Win! What a Sea of Green!

Last minute gifts for Dad? We have you covered. E Gift Cards are available on our website, delivered right to Dads phone or email @ www.BunrattyTavern.com

Can't believe it's been 9 years already. Thank you to all who have supported us since 2015 and a huge shout out to our Family of Staff who are truly Family, some have been with us since our first night. We totally appreciate all who have crossed our door since our opening, whether it was for the first time or for more many, 100's of times. We are beyond Grateful!

LETS GO CELTICS! Skip going into town and join us tomorrow night for Game 4 on the big screen and sound on throughout the house🏀☘️

We will be closed tomorrow the 26th and Monday the 27th. Happy Memorial Day weekend to all!🇺🇸

To all of the mothers that make the world go round, Happy Mothers Day💚💐

Happy Mother's Day to all the Mom's! We'll be open from 12-8pm - we still have a few openings, mostly in the afternoon/evening time, we'd love to celebrate Mothers Day with you