Des’s vision was to bring a taste of Ireland to Jacksonville and set about building up his business with hard work, determination and very little money! He brought much of the interior of the Pub to Florida in suitcases after trips home to Ireland, although he often had problems with customs officials when trying to explain why he had items such as a farmer’s plough, old cart wheels and Gaelic street signs in his possession

Nevertheless, Des wanted to make people feel as comfortable as possible in his establishment and went to great lengths when preparing his menu, beer selection and entertainment.