XFACTOR winner James Arthur hails The Black Forge Inn the BEST pub after spending a day in Conor McGregor’s bar.
The singer was visiting Ireland to perform at the Olympia Theatre in Dublin on Tuesday evening.
Arthur visited the Crumlin bar, which McGregor used to own as a two-weight UFC champion.
He was 34 years old and was stunned by the experience.
Arthur posted on Instagram: "Thanks so much @TheNotorious, your amazing staff at @BlackForgeInn für Ihre Gastfreundschaft today. The food and drink were some of the finest we've ever had!" The best stout in all of the game
"I have always been a fan of this man and the achievements he has made in his career. His journey has been a constant inspiration to me for more than 10 years.
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"It was an honor to meet the man today. He is cool and charismatic, but also very humble.
"A proper man. Thank you again, mate. I hope you and the band put on a great show tonight in Dublin!
After McGregor received a new Rolex, the manager of Liam Flynn praised him.
Flynn was the previous owner of the pub and has been managing it for McGregor ever since McGregor bought the boozer.
Get a PS10 Bonus with 100s of Games to Play and No Deposit RequiredFlynn, who was delighted to show off the EUR5,900 watch in an Instagram video, said: "Look at what the best boss of the world bought for me.
"He gave it to me right there in front everyone in the pub - a Rolex.
"Now, I am in the Rolexes club, which I never imagined I would be.
Conor, thank you so much. From the bottom my heart.
"Just wanted to thank my boss for making me a part of the Rolex Club.
