Bars &amp; Restaurants

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 17:00 – 01:30
Friday & Saturday | 17:00 – 02:30
Sunday | 17:00 – 01:00

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Whelan’s is one of Ireland’s most famous pubs, favoured for its warm, convivial atmosphere and live music venue.

The Brazen Head

Opening hours
Monday – Sunday | 12:00 – 23:30

Notes
The Brazen Head is Ireland’s oldest pub, since 1198 – the 5th oldest pub in the world! The present building was built in 1754 as a coach inn. Live music every night after 21:00 – but beware of Ghosts!

Pickle Restaurant

Opening hours
Monday & Tuesday | CLOSED
Wednesday – Friday | 12:00 – 14:15, 17:00 – 09:30
Saturday | 15:00 – 22:00
Sunday | 15:00 – 21:30

Notes
Simply the best Indian restaurant in Ireland – possibly the Universe!

31 Lennox

Opening hours
Monday – Friday | 09:00 – 16:00
Saturday & Sunday | 09:00am – 17:00

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Voted #1 in Dublin. Italian influence – Booking advised.

Elephant & Castle

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 10:00 – 22:00
Friday & Saturday | 10:00 – 22:30
Sunday | 11:00 – 22:00

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American-style comfort such as chicken wings and burgers with breakfast and brunch menus.

The Cobblestone

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 16:00 – 23:30
Friday | 16:00 – 00:30
Saturday | 13:30 – 00:30
Sunday | 13:30 – 23:00

Notes
Trad Music Sessions
Mon | 7pm – Close
Tue – Fri | 5pm – Close
Sat – Sun | 2pm – Close

The Cobblestone, Tom Mulligan’s traditional Irish music bar and venue. The Mulligan family have been playing Irish music for five generations, no one can remember back any further. Tom’s laid back and friendly pub is built on family tradition – respect for music and culture.

The Long Hall

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 12:00 – 23:30
Friday & Saturday | 12:00 – 00:30
Sunday | 12:30 – 23:00
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51 South Great Georges Street. One of Dublin’s iconic, oldest and best loved pubs, oozing charm and Victorian originality – great pints of Guinness.

Piper’s Corner

Opening hours
Monday | CLOSED
Tuesday – Thursday | 16:00 – 23:00
Friday & Saturday | 16:00 – 00:30
Sunday | 16:00 – 23:00

Notes
Opened in July 2017 by well-known uilleann piper Seán Potts and long-time Dublin publican Eamonn Briody, Pipers Corner hosts nightly sessions featuring many of Ireland’s most talented Irish traditional musicians who perform for themselves, for their fellow musicians and for discerning listener and visitor alike.

Johnnie Fox’s

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 10:00 – 23:30
Friday & Saturday | 10:00 – 00:30
Sunday | 10:00 – 00:30
Notes
Up in the Mountains! Book the shuttle bus (€10) when you book food/show at the highest pub in Ireland in Dublin Mountains. Excellent Seafood Chowder & show!

Kehoe’s Pub

Opening hours
Monday – Thur | 12:00 – 23:30
Friday and Saturday | 10:30 – 00:30pm
Sunday | 12:00 – 23:00
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Award-winning traditional Irish Victorian pub in the heart of Dublin. Stained glass mahogany doors, old Irish snugs, partitions and the entire homely feel throughout the pub – and home to (one of) the best pints in Dublin!

Sole Seafood & Grill

Note
Outstanding seafood restaurant.

Fire Steakhouse & Bar

Opening hours
Monday – Friday | 17:00 – 23:00
Saturday | 13:00 – 23:00
Sunday | 13:00 – 23:00

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Bistro style dining in very impressive 18^th Century Lord Mayors residence.

The Church

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Pub/Restaurant in 18^th Century (former) Church – book gallery!

Hang Dai Chinese

Opening hours
Monday | CLOSED
Tuesday – Friday | 17:00 – 22:00
Saturday | 14:00 – 22:00
Sunday | 14:00 – 21:00

Notes
Cool & Funky Asian/Chinese cuisine.

Sophie’s

Opening hours
Moday – Friday | 07:00 – 22:00
Saturday & Sun | 08:00 – 22:00
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Cool Rooftop drinks/dining with great views over Dublin.

Anantara Rooftop Bar

Opening hours
Thursday – Saturday

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Cool Rooftop drinks and Dining with views of Dublin.

The Palace Bar

Opening hours
Sunday – Thursday | 12:00 – 23:30
Friday & Saturday | 12:00 – 00:30

Notes
One of Dublin’s best-loved original Victorian pubs. The home of intellectual refreshment – sing-songs occasionally upstairs.

Vintage Cocktail Club

Opening hours
Monday – Wednesday | 17:00 – 23:00
Thursday & Friday | 14:30 – 23:00
Saturday | 12:00 – 23:00
Sunday | 14:30pm – 23:00
Info
An oasis of calm and curated cocktails, in the heart of Temple Bar. Set over 3 floors, with a fabulous roof terrace.

The Old Spot

Opening hours
Monday – Saturday | 12:00-15:00, 17:00-21:30
Sunday | 13:00-15:30, 17:30-20:00
Notes
One of only two Gastropubs in Dublin to be recommended by the Michelin “Eating out in Pubs” Guide annually since 2016

Peruke & Periwig

Opening hours
Monday – Wednesday | 12:00 – 23:30
Thursday – Saturday | 12:00 – 01:00
Sunday | 12:00 – 23:30

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Set over three floors with a very Georgian feel to it this is a gorgeous cocktail bar in Dublin with small plate food options.

Assassination Custard

Opening hours
Normal hours | 12:00 – 15:00
Saturday – Monday | CLOSED
Info
Amazing Food – Two tables only! No reservations – walk in only (before midday).

Cornucopia

Opening hours
Mon-Wed | 08:00 – 20:00
Thurs-Fri | 08:00 – 21:00
Saturday | 08:00 – 21:30
Sunday | 09:00 – 20:00

Notes
Delicious vegan food.

Govindas

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 12:00 – 19:00
Friday & Saturday | 12:00 – 20:00
Sunday | CLOSED

Notes
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options.

Ryleigh’s Rooftop Grill

Opening hours
Normal hours | 12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 22:00
Saturday | 11:00 – 15:00, 17:00- 22:00
Sunday | 11:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 22:00
Notes
Lovely views over the Liffey in a bistro known for great food.

The Saucy Cow

Opening hours
Monday & Tuesday | CLOSED
Wednesday & Thursday | 12:00 – 21:00
Friday | 12:00 – 22:00
Saturday & Sunday | 12:00 – 21:00

Notes
The Saucy Cow – Vegan burgers, wraps, fries.

Umi Falafel

Opening hours
Everyday | 12:00 – 21:00

Notes
Vegan Middle Eastern flavour, Mezze, Salads.

Las Tapas de Lola

The Bakery Temple Bar

Opening hours
Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 16:00
Saturday & Sunday | CLOSED

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Fresh baked and reasonably priced reasonable sandwiches, coffees, cake.

The Legal Eagle

Terra Madre

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Terra Madre – Italian country flavour.

Brother Hubbard

Opening hours
Monday – Wednesday | 09:00 – 16:00
Thursday & Friday | 09:00 – 23:00
Saturday | 09:30 – 23:00
Sunday | 09:30 – 16:00
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Brother Hubbard – Capel Street. Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch & Dinner, Coffee & Cakes.

Mary’s Bar and Hardware

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 12:00 – 23:30
Friday & Saturday | 12:00 – 00:30
Sunday | 12:00 – 23:00
Notes
Mary’s Bar and Hardware – Old school style, with a fast food restaurant / diner built in downstairs. Live music every Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday nights from 7:30pm.

Wuff

Opening hours
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday – Friday | 08:00 – 15:00
Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 – 16:00
Notes
Expect dogs! Wuff a locally owned neighbourhood bistro serving Breakfast & Brunch. The ever-changing & evolving menus use prime local produce.

Dash Burger

Opening hours
Monday & Tuesday | CLOSED
Wednesday – Sunday | 12:00 – 21:00
Sunday | 12:00 – 23:00

Notes
A small independent burger joint.
Inspired by George Motz.
Try Smash Burgers with Dash Burger Sauce!

The Winding Stair

Opening hours
Monday – Wednesday | 17:00 – 22:00
Thursday – Sunday | 12:00 – 22:30
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Winding Stair Bookshop & Cafe is a famous Dublin landmark, named after the Yeats poem, it is perfectly located, overlooking the river Liffey, with an iconic view of the Ha’penny bridge. Popular meeting place for writers, musicians and artists.

Meltdown

Opening hours
Monday – Friday | 8:00-19:00
Saturday – Sunday | 10:00 – 19:00

Notes
Possibly the best toasties in Dublin. Grilled cheese and Coffees.

Zaytoon

Opening hours
Sunday – Thursday | 12:00 – 24:00
Friday and Saturday | 12:00 – 04:30
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Persian casual dining – tastiest and freshest Kebabs, Stuffed Peppers and Falafel in Dublin.

Leo Burdock

Opening hours
Monday – Sunday | 11:00 – 22:00
Notes
The bosses Favourite Dublin Fish & Chip shop! Limited seating

The Academy

Opening hours
Check the website.
Notes
Mid-sized venue with a main room and a smaller ‘Green Room’ for live bands and indie club nights.

Vicar Street

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 19:00 – 00:00
Friday & Saturday | 19:00 – 01:00
Sunday | 19:00 – 23:30

Notes
State of the art lighting rig for intimate concerts, stand up comedy gigs and drama performances.

The Sugar Club

Opening hours
Monday – Thursday | 18:00 – 23:30
Friday & Saturday | 19:00 – 01:00
Sunday | 19:00 – 23:30

Notes
Mid-sized venue with a main room and a smaller ‘Green Room’ for live bands and indie club nights.

Ruby Sessions

Opening hours
Tuesday | 20:00 – 23:00
Every other day | CLOSED

Notes
Acoustic music night held every Tuesday in Dublin since 1999.

The Workman’s Club

Opening hours
Monday – Saturday | 17:00 – 02:30
Sunday | 17:00 – 01:00

Notes
Colourful bar and stage for live music that is a passionate haven for art and art lovers.

“The Gravediggers”

Opening hours
Food – Tuesday to Friday 12noon to 8.30pm Saturday 2pm to 8.30pm – walk-ins only first come first served no large groups catered for. No food on Sundays Mondays or Bank Holidays.
Notes
One of the finest pubs in Dublin – it’s old world, going strong since 1833 and in its 8th generation of family management. No TV, music, WiFi, frills, no nonsense. Best pint Guiness in Dublin – therefore the world! Try the Dubliners favourite “Coddle”! The name comes from its proximity to the cemetery – thirsty gravediggers had only to reach through a slot to get pint-sized relief.

The Fumbally

Opening hours
Tuesday – Saturday | 09:00 – 17:00
Sunday & Monday | CLOSED
Notes
An eating and meeting place in the liberties that cooks food from the heart, bakes its own bread fresh every day, takes its coffee seriously, plays around with fermented foods, gathers influences from around the world and uses local ingredients to bring it all together.

Blas Cafe

Opening hours
Monday – Friday | 09:00 – 15:00
Saturday | 10:00 – 15:00
Sunday | CLOSED
Notes
Brilliant for great food, Brunch and Breakfast on the Northside – maybe after a visit to the iconic 14 Henrietta street?