Irish Pub Casablanca

The Irish Pub in the Hotel East West is a familiar meeting point for Casablanca's after-work crowd. As the name suggests, it is modelled on a traditional pub, with a richly detailed interior designed to recall Ireland, and it draws a mix of local residents and the city's expatriate community. Its sociable atmosphere makes it an easy place to visit on your own.

Drinks are the focus, with popular draught beers at the heart of the offer. Live music adds to the atmosphere on some evenings, and the pub also shows sports, so big matches bring in a crowd. The regional tourism council describes the atmosphere as authentic, warm and friendly, which matches the pub's role as a relaxed alternative to the city's more stylish lounges.

The pub opens from 16:00 to midnight, according to the regional tourism council, so it suits an early-evening drink after a day of sightseeing as well as a longer night out. Early evening tends to be the after-work rush, and live music or a major sporting fixture will make it busier. Dress is casual, and prices are in the middle of the city's range for bars.

The Irish Pub suits solo travellers, expatriates, sports fans and anyone who wants a familiar pub atmosphere far from home. It is also a good place to meet people if you are travelling for work. As with all bars in Morocco, carry ID, and be aware that bar opening can change during Ramadan. If you are not drinking alcohol, soft drinks are available. Call ahead if you want to know whether live music or a particular match is scheduled on the night you plan to visit, as the programme varies.

The pub is in the Hotel East West on Avenue Hassan Souktani, in the city centre, a short taxi ride from Mohammed V Square, Parc de la Ligue Arabe and the Gauthier district. Combine an evening here with dinner at one of the centre's restaurants, or start with a sunset drink at a rooftop bar and finish with a pint here. Taxis are easy to find for the journey home.