A New Website for One of Athy’s Most Beloved Businesses
O’Briens Bar, Grocery & Cafe has been at the heart of Athy since 1875. A family run business with over a century of history, they’re one of those places that means something to the town. When they came to us looking for a new website, we wanted to make sure it did their story justice.
The Brief
O’Briens needed a website that reflected the character and history of the business while still feeling fresh and professional. It needed to work beautifully on every device, be easy to navigate and give visitors a real sense of what makes O’Briens so special.
What We Built
The result is a clean, elegant website that puts the focus firmly on the O’Briens story. From the full screen imagery on the homepage to the Our Story and Gallery sections, every part of the site is designed to draw visitors in and keep them there.
It looks and performs just as well on a mobile phone as it does on a desktop, which matters more than ever when the majority of people are browsing on their phones.
You can see it for yourself at obriensbar.ie
Why a Good Website Matters for a Local Business
A business like O’Briens has built its reputation over 150 years through word of mouth, community and consistency. But in 2026, the first thing a new customer does is search online. If your website doesn’t match the quality of your business, you’re leaving a bad first impression before they’ve ever walked through the door.
A well built website builds trust, tells your story and makes it easy for people to find you, visit you and recommend you to others.
Based in Athy, Working With Businesses Across Kildare and Beyond
Irish Web Services is based right here in Athy, Co. Kildare. We’ve been helping local businesses get the most from their online presence for over 16 years. Whether you’re a well established business like O’Briens or just getting started, we’d love to help.
Thinking About a New Website for Your Business?
If your website isn’t doing your business justice, now is a great time to get in touch. We’ll have a no pressure chat about what you need, give you a clear honest quote and take it from there.