Your guide to the best pubs in Ireland’s capital city, Dublin, we’ll be including pubs that have been around for years, places with the best pint of Guinness, spots for pizza and a pint or a cocktail kind of night. We’re always looking for suggestions so get in contact with your favourite Dublin pubs worth checking out.
9 of the best pubs to visit in Dublin in 2025: Oldest bar, traditional experiences and a Temple Bar hidden gem
Planning a trip to Dublin in 2025? Discover 9 of the best pubs the city has to offer, from historic spots steeped in centuries of tradition to lively modern bars with unbeatable atmosphere. Whether you’re after the oldest pub in Dublin, a classic Irish music session, or a hidden gem tucked away from the busy…
Dublin pub food: 7 of the best pub grub spots within a 10 minute walk of Grafton Street
Dublin is filled with pubs and many of them are specialists when it comes to food, with quality grub being served up to go along with the pints and craic. We have multiple lists on pub food in Dublin, including some of the very best places to get pizza and a pint in the city…
Is this Dublin’s best area for outdoor drinking? Pub crawl through this beer garden and pizza hotspot
Looking for a great part of Dublin to head to when it’s sunny and you want a pizza or a pint or both? Dublin 7 and the surrounds is up there as one of the very best
8 of Dublin’s best pubs by the seaside in 2025 – beer gardens, sea views and hidden gem
Summer is here and the seaside is calling, the city centre is great but nothing can beat walking along the coast – something Dubliners are spoiled with given the beautiful towns littered along the Irish Sea. And who can resist a pint in the sun while staring out at the sea? Whether you’re parched for…
Dublin’s best beer gardens: Iconic pub with huge outdoor area, big screens and pub grub
One of Dublin’s most famous iconic pubs with a hugely popular beer garden
Dublin’s best beer gardens: One of the city’s most popular with huge outdoor area and quality pizza
In Smithfield, just a short walk from the city centre, Bonobo is one of the most popular beer gardens where crowds flock when a bit of good weather appears
Where is your nearest Dublin beer garden? 22 city pubs with outdoor areas and guaranteed sun in 2025
Looking for a Dublin city beer garden near you? These pubs in and around the city centre are some of the very best
Dublin’s best beer gardens: Sun, pints, cocktails, food and plenty of space in southside favourite
Dublin’s best beer gardens: A great sporting pub in the south of the city with a huge outdoor area, cocktails, pints and BBQ evenings during the summer months. Plenty of sun
Dublin’s best beer gardens: City spot with huge outdoor area that’s a dream for sports lovers
Part of a new series ‘Dublin’s best beer gardens’. As the summer months near, these are some of the very best places in the capital to enjoy a drink in the sun, starting in Ballsbridge
What nobody tells you about Temple Bar pubs: prices, best advice and what locals think
Thinking of going to Temple Bar? Here are some things you need to know about the Dublin tourist hotspot
5 of the best Dublin activity pubs and bars: Golf, pool and the new spot people are loving
Looking for a group night out at a pub with a twist? While Dublin is great for bars where you can sit, chat and listen to live music, it might seem harder to locate a spot with some activities. But that doesn’t mean they don’t exist, because there is actually quite a few places where…
6 of the best Dublin pubs with a later closing time: Bars with music, late licenses and a great atmosphere
Looking for a pub in Dublin with a late closing time but not quite ready for a nightclub? This list is perfect for you. Here are a selection of bars that will stay open long past midnight but aren’t quite too busy to have a chat in.
Best pub food Dublin: 25 of the best for dinner, pizzas and under €10 spot people love
Dublin pubs are well-known for hearty meals, and with this guide you should be able to find what you’re looking for. If you’re heading for a few drinks, there’s every chance you’re looking to line your stomach before a big night or just enjoy a bite while you catch up with friends; and luckily most…
The Ginger Man pub Dublin: 2024 Christmas info, best time to visit and why people love it
It’s Christmas time and ‘Ireland’s most festive pub’ is in full swing with punters flocking to The Ginger Man to enjoy a drink surrounded by the decorations. Located on Fenian Street, relatively central in Dublin city, The Ginger Man is now famous for going all out for the month of December, with hundreds of decorations…
9 of the best Dublin pubs for Christmas parties with friends – festive venues and new gem
As the Christmas party season approaches, Dublin’s venues are bustling with activity. A curated list highlights ideal spots for festive gatherings, accommodating small groups of friends or work colleagues. Options like Fidelity Bar, The Bar with No Name, and Rody Bolands offer unique atmospheres and diverse drink selections, perfect for a fun night out.
9 of the best pubs in Dublin to try in winter 2024 – cosy bars and a new favourite
The winter months are upon us again and many would suggest they are the best ones to head to a pub and enjoy a pint during. Dublin is filled with great pubs that are perfect for a cold, dark evening when you want a few drinks with some friends. For this list we’ve picked out…
7 of the best pubs near Dublin’s Aviva Stadium – sports bars, pub grub and local favourite
Looking for a drink or a bite to eat before a big game or event in Dublin’s Aviva Stadium? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Here at the Irish Pub Guide we’ve put together the best selection of pubs near the Lansdowne Road arena so you can have a few pre-match pints whether you’re…
6 of the best pubs after an All-Ireland final in Croke Park – pints, nights-out and party spot
The All-Ireland finals are upon us and with 160,000 people heading to Drumcondra over the next two weeks for the hurling and football, pubs around northside Dublin will be heaving. Many supporters will be looking for a pre-match pint or two to ease the nerves or settle in after a long journey to the capital…
8 of the best Dublin pubs with big TV screens for sport – and best beer garden
There’s no better reason to go to the pub than to watch a bit of sport and with summer 2024 filled with GAA, soccer and the Olympics, it’s going to be a great one. Dublin has hundreds of pubs, the vast majority of which you’ll find a television in, but we’ve picked out some of…
8 great Dublin pubs even locals may not have tried yet
There are over 700 pubs in Dublin so even the most dedicated pint-lover is unlikely to have been in every single one. In fact, there are probably dozens of boozers in the capital that you’ve never even heard of, but that doesn’t mean they’re not worth visiting. We’ve picked out just a few really nice…
56 of the best Dublin city pubs – bar food, Guinness, beer gardens, nights-out and more
A key part to a lot of trips and holiday breaks to Dublin is visiting some of the fine pubs that the city has to offer. There is said to be about 700 pubs in Dublin, so if you’re trying to narrow down your picks it can be hard to decide which of those you…
8 of the best Dublin pubs by the sea for 2024 – Malahide gem and Howth favourite
It’s not just Dublin city where you should be looking for nice pubs in the capital, with some of the county’s very best scattered in coastal towns. Malahide, Howth, Sandycove and Killiney are just some of the great places where you can enjoy a drink with some fresh sea air. We’ve had a look at…
7 of the best Dublin pubs for Six Nations rugby: Big screens, atmosphere and the hidden gem
The Six Nations is underway and rugby fans are excitedly planning nights out and evenings in the pub to watch Ireland as they attempt to make it three championships in a row. While many will be heading to the game itself and drinking around the ground – we have some of the best pubs for…
7 Dublin pubs you need to try in 2024 – best spots for pints, food and craic
New year, new opportunities and why not a chance to visit some new pubs in the capital rather than sticking to what you know? While many people are looking at Dry January, attempts to get fit and sorting their lives out, when you’re ready to come back to the pub, we have picked out some…
12 pubs routes Dublin – three ways to pub crawl around the city
12 pubs season is here and people all over Ireland are gearing up for their annual pub crawl to mark Christmas time. The tradition is not filled with all that much history and has only properly become the norm in recent years – with friends using it as an excuse to catch-up with each other…
12 pubs Dublin – top city centre spots for your Christmas pub crawl
It’s that time of the year again when groups of pals head out for the 12 pubs of Christmas. And if you plan to do that in Dublin, you’ll have no problem finding lots of spots to grab a drink with your group. We’ve put together a list of boozers that are perfect when you…
12 cosy Dublin city centre pubs you need to try this winter
Winter has arrived and the cold, wet nights call for only one thing….a few pints tucked into a cosy pub in Dublin. The city comes alive as we head into November and even more so near Christmas with little else to be doing when it’s dark before 5pm. There’s few better cities in Europe for…
The Temple Bar pub all Dublin visitors need to get a picture in
Tourists heading to Dublin are always looking for picturesque spots to grab a pint of Guinness and show off to their family and friends what they’ve been up to. One pub in particular, in the middle of Temple Bar, is made for pictures with one of the most unique interiors you’ll find anywhere in the…
Dublin’s best pubs – traditional bars, best Guinness, live music
Dublin’s pub scene is considered one of the best in the world, steeped in history and culture, millions of people a year visit just to see what all the fuss is about. Whether you’re looking for some old-fashioned bars with worn wooden counters or a brand-new gastropub, or of course some fine pints of Guinness…
Dublin’s smallest pub is perfect for a cosy pint – if you can get a seat
One of Dublin’s most unique pubs is The Dawson Lounge, the smallest bar in the city, established in the early 1800s. It’s easy to walk on by this place in a basement just of Stephen’s Green and, as you might have guessed by the name, at the bottom of Dawson Street. A colourful green sign…
10 of the best Dublin pubs for carvery dinners and Sunday roasts
Everybody loves a carvery dinner on a Sunday and the pubs of Dublin are known to offer some of the very best around. It’s not always easy to find your local carvery but we’ve picked out some of the best ones that we know about so you can fill your belly next time you have…
7 of the best Dublin pubs for after-work pints during the week
Dublin is a rare city when it comes to pubs, not only does it have so many, but unlike many places across the world, there’s not really a quiet night of the week. Of course, on Tuesday you’re not going to see every pub in the city as busy as a Saturday, but you will…
Is this Dublin’s cheapest pint of Guinness? Traditional pub gives change from a fiver
Guinness prices are set to rise yet again with pubs being forced into upping the price by about 30c in many cases. With pints as pricey as €8 to €9 in places like Temple Bar, it’s getting tougher and tougher to find value when drinking in the capital city. But one inner-city pub, just a…
5 great GAA pubs near Croke Park for a pint before All-Ireland hurling and football finals
The end of the inter-county GAA season has arrived and Dublin 3 is braced for their busiest two weekends of the year. Fans from Kilkenny, Limerick, Kerry and of course Dublin will be descending on the area hoping for a good day, and in many cases, starting and finishing in a pub beside Croke Park.…
Best Dublin pubs to see an A-lister as celebs go for pints in Ireland
Ireland is a haven for tourism during the summer months with holidaymakers jetting from all parts of the world to see what the country has to offer. Among them are some of the biggest stars in the world who often make their way to Dublin and tend to enjoy one of the country’s biggest attractions…
Dublin pub food – 10 great spots for pub grub near the city centre
Not quite fancying a restaurant but looking for a quick bite to eat? A pub is the perfect destination with some of Dublin’s offering great options. Whether it’s sandwiches or a slap-up meal you’re looking for, we’ve made a list of some of our top picks when it comes to getting grub and a drink…
23 of the best Dublin city pubs for summer 2024 – top beer garden and outdoor areas
Summer 2024 is nearly here and with the lovely weather recently hopefully a sign of things to come, Dubliners and those visiting the capital will be looking for spots to drink outdoors. And luckily the city is filled with options for a pint outdoors, especially after Covid when the conditions forced many publicans to set…
Howth pubs: Two bars with beer gardens to try for an authentic seaside experience
If you’re looking for scenic beauty, coastal charm and plenty to see and do, Howth should be high on your list of places to visit in Dublin. This delightful escape from the city is extremely popular at all times of year but especially in the summer months when the weather picks up. And if you’re…
The Temple Bar pub with a rooftop beer garden perfect for summer
The summer months are upon us and it might be time for a few drinks in the sun, if the Irish weather allows it. Dublin is well served by beer gardens – just take a look at this guide of outdoor areas – but when walking the cobbled streets of Temple Bar you may be…
Johnnie Fox’s pub: Visit Ireland’s highest bar for traditional music and a unique experience in Dublin
Famed as Ireland’s highest pub, Johnnie Fox’s in the Dublin Mountains is one of the capital’s most well-known. Having been around for over two centuries now, it’s garnered a reputation as a lively, traditional pub located in Glencullen. Not only is it famous for its drink and traditional music, it also has a superb food…
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