Happened to be in Dublin for a couple days for work, and a friend/colleague who used to spend a lot…read moreof time in the city brought me by this hidden gem of a whiskey bar! Tucked away behind the Tapped beer bar, The Dingle is a haven for anyone who might want a quiet, welcoming spot to chill out with a whiskey taster or cocktail (or two...or several) after the work day ends. The interior has a warm, comfortable feel to it, and the staff are welcoming and extremely knowledgeable about their inventory, so don't be shy asking them for recommendations. Thanks to a combination of covid and Google (wrongly) listing them as permanently closed, business has gone way down from where it used to be a couple years ago, but I can't emphasize enough that The Dingle is still very much alive, and I'd HIGHLY recommend dropping by during opening hours (which I think are just Thurs/Fri/Sat afternoons right now).

Pros: Cute and intimate…read moreLots of whiskey to taste The have whiskey flights. You can taste a few Irish whiskies in one sitting They also have wine Cons: They close at 11 We had the whiskey flight. They have different ones you can choose from at different price ranges. We shared the Irish single malt. It came with three to taste for 15€. The place is so cool looking. It's like walking into a barrel.

It feels a bit weird writing a public review of a secret spot...but I can't gatekeep this spot!…read more The Blind Pig Speakeasy was one of our favorite spots while in Ireland, and it ranks high on our list for several reasons! They are situated in the base of a sister restaurant, so from the main entrance the only give away is the neon "shhh" sign that sits over the stairway. Once at the base of the stairs an unassuming bookcase/shelf appears. This honestly got us, as we had no clue this was the entrance at first. We wandered around and into the bathrooms expecting some cool bathroom stall entrance. It wasn't until someone came out from behind the bookcase that we figured it out! We did let the "door" close and played with the art on the wall, including the bronze pig head, which turned out to be the hidden lever! Legit already wowed before entering! Upon entry, you are legit transported into a small speakeasy with a few high tops, a cozy bar and a small dining room beyond the second archway. The walls are stone, the lighting is dim and moody, the woods are heavy, and the vibes are immaculate! We sampled a few house-made cocktails, got an appetizer and a few main dishes. Spent a total of close to 2 hours, which is standard and actually timed. Which makes sense and I like, it keeps things moving, on time and allows plenty of time to soak it all in! The Jolly Roger and Espresso Martini were my cocktails for the night. There was a clear theme with both, as stout and espresso were highlights in both. For the app, we went with the fritto misto, which is a combination of fried cheese and veggies. Our mains were both pasta dishes. They were light and simple, yet complex and robust. They were tasty and impressive! Service was stellar from entry to exit. The host's, bartenders and our server were all top notch, friendly, helpful and a joy to interact with! Oh, I do highly recommend reservations! They are a small and very in demand spot, so trying to walk-in is a bit risky. Overall, we absolutely loved our evening at The Blind Pig! It was one of our best times and meals on our trip around Ireland...memorable for all the right reasons!

Great drinks, strong, and great service. Andrew the manager is awesome. It's a small place so plan…read moreahead and make reservations or pack your patience.

My 1st to go bar upon landing in Dublin. Got to say, it's the best Dublin's preserved Victorian…read morepub. The authentic Victorian setting, the Victorian mahogany fittings, the mosaic marble tiled floors and granite tabletops, the mahogany bar, capped with red Connemara marble, follows the classic Victorian architectural pattern. The staff are helpful, friendly and patient since their accent is hard to understand sometime. My 1st beer and 1st Irish food, all I can say is what a meal, just simple delish. Being here is just a wondrous experience, the place is cosy, warm and the friendly of the people. So glad I picked this place as my first of Dublin.

If you want to experience a true Victorian pub in Dublin, The Stag's Head is a beautiful place to…read morestart. Tucked down Dame Court just off Dame Street, The Stag's Head is one of those rare pubs that feels genuinely historic rather than designed to look old. The building dates to the late 1800s, and the interior retains the ornate features of a classic Victorian "gin palace"--rich carved wood, stained glass, brass rails, and a warm, glowing bar that feels wonderfully preserved. We stopped in around 4:30 pm, which turned out to be a perfect time to visit. There were other patrons enjoying drinks and food, but the atmosphere was calm and relaxed rather than loud or rowdy. It felt like the kind of place where locals drop in for a quiet pint on their way home from work before the evening crowd arrives. The staff were excellent--friendly, welcoming, and attentive without being intrusive. The food was very good (we failed to take photos because we were too busy enjoying it). As a vegetarian, I was thrilled to see the Impossible burger front and center on their menu; it was deliciously prepared with guacamole on a brioche bun, and not an afterthought on the menu. My companions both chose the Irish Beef Burger, and said it was excellent. One thing to know: this is a traditional Victorian pub, so cocktails aren't really part of the program. Expect beer, wine, or spirits rather than mixed drinks. In a place like this, that actually feels exactly right. Other pubs do serve mixed drinks. Between the history, the ambience, the quality of the food, and the wonderful staff, The Stag's Head is the kind of place that makes you feel like you've experienced a real piece of Dublin.

Let me start off by saying that Morgan and I had zero interest in going to Temple Bar. Its always…read morebusy, its super touristy, and that wasn't what we were interested in for our vacation. However. We found ourselves with a LOT of time to kill, and we were less than a block from Temple Bar, so we said, "what the heck. Let's just go so we can say that we were here." Well, we never made it. On our way, we saw a small sign that said, "Whiskey room", and we both were pulled by magnetic forces into the small room. When I tell you that the 2ish hours we spent here were some of the best memories of our trip, I am not exaggerating. The bartender Dillon (Dylan?) was amazing. He knew his stuff and recommended some wonderful whiskeys that we had never tried before. Our favorite was Dunville's. (Thanks a lot, Dillon/Dylan, we can't find it in the states!!!! lol) Also, he poured the first Guinness of our trip, and it was 10/10 the best Guinness I've ever had in my life. (After drinking LOTS of them over the month we spent in Ireland, it's still the best pint I had.) The bar/room is very small, and there were only 5 or 6 seats around the bar. It was cozy, quiet (until the small group that had assembled there bust out into a rendition of "Tom's Diner"), and exactly what we were looking for. My recommendation is to skip Temple Bar, and make your way into this gem. It was absolutely amazing.

Great place! Came here hoping to get into Temple Bar and found this place next door! Much better…read moreand lot less crowded! The amount of whiskey they have here is amazing and the mixtures they have. Amazing tasting and the Irish coffee is made to perfection! The service was impeccable! The bartender was friendly and knew his stuff, gave great advice on what to drink and the history of the place! The ambiance was very quiet, as not many people showed up to this small location next to Temple Bar. Much nicer and quieter! Coming back whenever I want to go to Temple Bar without any hassle!

And down below, in the basement of the former Stephen's Green Hibernian Club, built in 1756, where…read moremost of the interior is historically protected, is where the alchemical magic happens. A team passionate & dedicated about creating delectable flavor profiles that are unforgettable The space is luxuriously moody, openly intimate & comforting chic as it presents itself successfully on so many various levels. The cocktails, think art in a glass. Many pre-batched for flavor profile consistency with their syrups made in-house. I will yearn for their Mirage 9Below- their riff on an Old Fashioned-probably forever. And their terrific staff! Real standouts in the industry. A special shout out to one of their masters behind the bar, Connor; easily the best barman in Dublin...maybe the world.

Stunning 5/5! We…read morefirst arrived at 9 Below on a Sunday evening with no reservation. The kind host let us know right away that without a reservation, we were out of luck. The entire joint was booked out, including the bar seats. Disappointed, we left & found another cocktail bar within walking distance. Out of curiosity, we checked out the 9 Below Open Table, & saw that there was availability in just over an hour. We decided to book 2 spots & wait it out. When we returned, the host remembered us & remembered that we prefer to sit at the bar. They showed us to our reserved spots - at the bar! We first admired the interior. Underground! Somehow low-lit, archaic, well-lit, & modern, all at the same time. Lively but not noisy pop music was playing - Dua Lipa, etc. The actual physical menu was so cool. It was a beautifully designed picture-book inspired menu, with each cocktail having its own separate & artful page. I'm looking back on the menu & I think the drink I ordered was "Fight Club" (Don Julio Blanco, mango, Falernum, camomile, lemon, & sugar) & it was phenomenal. The bartender scorched a hot pepper & carefully placed it on top, which MADE the drink. He also made my partner a Paper Plane with Scotch. Delicious. Speaking of the bartender, he was a real champion. Such a nice guy with a bit of flair to his style of bartending. We really enjoyed chit chatting with him. It also seemed like the staff really vibed with each other & everyone was having a good time. Great atmosphere. The next time we're back in Dublin we will definitely be back to 9 Below Bar.

Love this bar, so spacious but yet cozy and with sidewalk sitting area. The inside is just rich of…read morehistory and with the wooden bar and dividers and the craftsmanship, just simply wow. Great hospitality and friendly service, they do make you feel at ease and the vibe is just unbelievably beautiful. They do have life music in the evenings. I just love it here.

Great place to get a pint on the edge of Temple Bar area. The Palace Bar serves pints and liquor at…read morea proper price, not overpriced like most of the area. The staff were friendly and answered many people's questions. The place had a good vibes.

It's exciting to see a new player in the Irish Whisky scene. We were able to get same-day tickets…read moreto tour their facility and go for a tasting of a spirit and a mixed drink. The facility is pretty modern and clean, the tour guide was very helpful and engaging, and the tour itself wasn't that long, so perfect for a quick afternoon activity. They have a gif shop at the end of the tour with reasonably priced souvenirs. All in all, good experience!

Went to try one of Ireland's great whiskey. There is the distillery tour and the tasting tour, but…read moreskip them all and went directly to the bar or tasting area for their good whiskey cocktails and tastings. Walked from downtown to here which is quite nice and found this place as a unique and modern twist of the building. Inside is quite big, spacious and well organized. Lower level is where you sign up, check in for touring and 2nd level is for tasting and shopping are. Whiskey is quite nice, strong and well make. Tried several type of whiskey, a cocktail and of course the Irish coffee. All are just fantastic, love it here.

The "secret" bar won't be a secret for long. Vinyl playing classic blues? Check. Cosy, intimate bar…read morewith bags of character? Check. Craft beers? Check. Oh, and a cracking selection of whiskeys with an on-the-ball barman running the show, plus a cool neon sign? Check, check, and check again!

Big fan. I love the…read morecombination of old and new, neon and Victorianesque dark, aged wood. It's gorgeous. Like really cosy and oldy-worldly but also funky. The perfect combo one might say. They have a 14yr old single malt whiskey which is unreal, I wish I could remember the name! Bar staff are friendly and easy going and above all, informative, which is key. Definitely recommended. Top tip: they also have their own brand of whiskey which you need to try!

Very busy, friendly and bustling pub in the center of Dublin. Outdoor tables accommodate the…read moreoverspill from the cosy interior. Beautiful old pub with interesting decorations.

Such a cute moody spot for a pint and dinner! They had everything from traditional Irish food to…read moresalads! I got a Caesar and it was what my body needed after a week of greasy fried food! As the evening went on a band came out and it just added to the atmosphere! Our server was one of the best we had on the entire trip! She was so friendly and gave great wrecks of things to do around the city! Highly recommend!

This was my favorite activity while in Dublin. We paid for a whisky tasting and were guided to a…read moresmall room in which we learned the way the whiskey is made and the history of the distillery. Tried 4 whiskeys made by Jameson. The bar outside has the most delicious menu for cocktails. Be careful in the gift shop because you'll want to buy everything. We walked away with 3 bottles of Red Breast whiskey that cannot be bought in the US. Also purchased a beautiful warm jacket.

When planning our Ireland trip, there was a short list of absolute must visits and Jameson…read moreDistillery in Dublin was top of that list! As much as Jameson is synonymous with Dublin, you would think they take up several blocks of downtown space...however, this distillery is tucked away on Bow Street in the Smithfield area of the city. It is a little hike on foot from city centre, but on a good day, it is a nice walk that is well worth the reward! The distillery is absolutely gorgeous. The outside if classic Irish infrastructure, then you walk inside and are transported into a modern, rustic, elevated and exciting space dedicated to all things Jameson! We purchased tickets for our guided tour and tasting ahead of time, and I highly recommend you doing the same. Our tour started with a quick introduction to things, then up the stairs we went to the Daily Grog where we got to choose our cocktail, and of course, I went with the Jameson Ginger! From there the tour started where we got to see the inner working of the process, including the ingredients along with a sensory station for tastes, smells, etc...The final tasting allowed us to sample a few different varieties of Jameson, including one that was only available on site. The tour was informative and fun. Our tour guide was fun, engaging, entertaining and an overall joy to wander around and connect with. Clearly a very passionate person about Jameson! After the tour, we wandered directly into the gift shop where we of course picked up a few pieces of swag. Immediately following that, we bellied up to the gorgeous bar downstairs for a final cocktail before heading back out. Overall, Jameson Distillery was one of the most memorable experiences of our time in Dublin, and I highly recommend it!