I finally managed to visit JJ Harlow's on Saturday last. It is an excellent spot; very nice renovation of a 100 year old premises, friendly staff and great beer. They have Staropramen, Old Speckled Hen, Galway Hooker and "Harlow's Lager" on tap. I asked about the Harlow's own beer and the bar girl was fairly sure it came from Cork. It tasted quite like Bay Lager to me though and was quite drinkable. Any one know any more about this beer?
The place became very busy later on in the night; it seems to be the place to go in Roscommon town these days, though not sure everyone was there because of the great beer; plenty of Bulmers and the like on view! Well done to Brian and Caitlín on the pub though.
It is just across an alleyway from Jackson restaurant who also serve Galway Hooker, so I had a "seamless transition"!!