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    Palace Bar

    4.4 (102 reviews)
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    Closed 10:30 am - 11:30 pm

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    Zhicao F.

    Great traditional Irish pub vibe with a good selection of Irish whiskies. It appears they only sell Irish whiskies as well. Bartenders had great knowledge of whiskey and recommended excellent product, and they had even the latest releases available, as seen by the Redbreast 18 which was released about a week or so before I came in. Talked to two parties of complete strangers all night about football, drinks, cities, and cultures around the world. Very pleasant experience! Though I did not have any pints of Guinness, I could see that the bubble in others' pint glasses could last superlong, so the barmen must have done great jobs pouring them.

    Stopped in here for a quick pint. The Guinness did not disappoint. Very cool pub atmosphere and in a great location. The place is very busy and it can be hard to find a seat or even standing room.

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    Ahmed A.

    The place bar was a very cool spot with lots and lots of whiskey choices! If you like whiskey you should come here! Seriously, they probably have hundreds of whiskey bottles. I checked out the upstairs bar as it is more intimate IMO. You will not be unhappy to try some new Irish whiskeys!

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    Sabrina P.

    Nice pub, quiet, good atmosphere, but it was sweltering. We only were able to enjoy a single pint because it was uncomfortably hot. Will definitely go back, as the Guinness was brilliant, light velvety, a truly great pour, but we will leave the layers home.

    Kate C.

    Very cool pub near Trinity college. We loved the decorations and the stained glass ceiling. Good ciders and beers on draft. The servers were friendly.

    My buddy and our new Irish friend had the same sweet mustache
    Cliff S.

    This place has a kitchen? I had no idea. But that's not the best part, the best part were the bartenders at that it was right across the street from my hotel. Temple Bar Inn. We met some nice folks there, including a local who has been going there for 20+ years. He even bought us a drink. They got some really good whiskey and beer! Good place to end the night, it's not super loud or crowded. People that go here are just there to have a drink and good convo.

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    Michelle O.

    Great whiskey bar! Stopped in to have an after dinner drink. What a fun place! Music downstairs and upstairs. We went upstairs where there were 4 musicians singing, playing fiddle, guitar, and accordion. It was a lovely fun crowd. And the whiskey selection was great! We were all friends after a bit and I can't wait to go back some day. Don't miss the Palace bar.

    Upstairs bar area

    This was our last stop before going back to the US, and it was a perfect way to end our trip. The bartender was amazing and went out of his way to make everyone in the upstairs bar feel welcome. I would recommend this bar to anyone!

    GREAT cold beer on our first night in Dublin!!!!

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    Service extremely rude. Shame becauyse Guiness was really good . The rude service kills it though.

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