Back door paddys

phr.

Heard in Galway and Tipperary

Obtaining alcohol after hours from certain western pubs in Galway via the back entrance.

In use

Are ya headin down for a back door paddys

Posh English

Are you heading down to procure some late night libations through the rear entrance?

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