Blackrock 1920’s – Photo from the Lawrence Collection

We have been at the Heart Of Blackrock for generations. The Smyth Family have a long association with Blackrock Village and the Brake Tavern was opened by the family in 1972 and has become on of the best known eateries in Louth.

AT THE HEART OF BLACKROCK – FOR GENERATIONS.

Nowadays, The Brake Tavern is a modern family run restaurant providing a great welcome and quality home cooked foods for locals and tourists alike. We pride ourselves in having a reputation earned over decades for quality and reliability.