What a fun bar! I had such a great time here chatting with other bargoers and being introduced to two types of cider! It's set up as a dual bar where one side is calmer and more low-key - good for conversations and the other side had a band and space for dancing. The vibe was super friendly, the music was lovely - the band was actually fantastic and played a lot of hits, and the drinks were great. I got to sample apple cider - not realizing there was a dry and sweet version - and ended up settling on the sweet version (of course! Orchard Thieves for the win!) Shoutout to Colm for humoring me as I tried to figure out my cider situation and for being such a good host and guide - directing me to some other fun spots to check out after the Quays' closing time. Wonderful bar overall. read more

what a wonderful, fun, cozy time with real irish traditional live music @12:30pm on good friday!!! good times & we are out of the rain too!!! read more

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Quays Bar was one of our stops around Temple Bar. My friend and I popped into the pub to grab a drink, but we decided to stick around since a couple of musicians were setting up. We got bar stools right next to stage, which was the best seat in the house. Loved the vibe of the place. It didn't feel packed like sardines at Temple Bar, but it had enough folks for the place to be lively and boisterously fun. There was actually space for people to dance by the stage. I appreciated how eclectic the crowd was too. I found myself dancing with a couple of ladies who had to be in their late 50s, but they were so welcoming and friendly. Plus it also helped that the performing duo was crushing it with cover songs from 80s - 90s pop that everyone sang along to. read more

Such a fun pub in the middle of the Temple Bar area! We sat on the quieter/smaller side of pub, but were still able to hear the live music. Service was fantastic! First, my husband and I visited during a slow time of day, just the two of us - the bartender was so nice, just chatting with us. Then, we returned with a large group of people and, having remembered us from before, the bartender offered table service, so we didn't have to order at the bar! read more

Due to the COVID restrictions at the time, we couldn't sit inside, let alone sit at the rooftop bar, as we discovered there was none with the Quays. However, they did have seating available across the street in a make-shift outdoor patio with barrel tables and bar stools, so we took a table and ordered some Jameson. If anything, the outdoor seating allowed us to enjoy some people-watching in the heart of Temple Bar in Dublin City Centre. As we were the only proper tourists in the area, as Ireland had just opened up to travelers, we enjoyed hanging out with the locals and the warm weather (at least for Ireland standards). read more

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Quay's Bar is a part of Temple Bar that seemingly caters to tourists but also seems to host a fair number of locals. My gin and tonic was a solid pour and we met great company here! read more

Went here a few times during my stay in Ireland. Contrary to some of the other reviews, this place was great. Yes, this place is touristy however, it's Temple Bar, what do you expect? For me, it was the staff/band that set this place apart from all others. Everyone was exceptionally friendly, definitely funny and great conversationalists. Shane, Micheal, Derek and Padraig made this a place that I will definitely return to the next time in Ireland. read more

I was an American Tourist when I Went there. And I went to NINE pubs that day my friends. Of all the temple bar area pubs this one was the best. They accommodate (to a degree) the confusion of foreign tourists. The beer is cold and crisp. The music is on point and the place is perfectly located. If you are a tourist and go to one bar in the temple bar district only, this one is the place read more

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Absolutely LOVED the atmosphere! The live music is excellent, I went on two different nights and all the musicians were very friendly and took requests. The staff were good as well. read more

Went to a few different pubs in the Temple Bar area and this was our favorite. With a great singer and the bartender was super fast and friendly. A few others we could t get attention of bartender, Always ordered the Guinness half pint read more

Wonderful music, drink, and service. So much fun and the bartender really took care of us all night. I will definitely return here. Favorite pub in Dublin. read more

Another expensive must stop in on your tour. Excellent location with great vibes to indulge in yet another pint of Guinness, meet new people and enjoy the lively band, who is taking requests for the classics! This place was PACKED ON THE WEEKEND. No seats to be had! It was a great way to ensure everyone is up and moving :) Of course, this is yet another location for overly priced pints meant to gauge tourists :) 10 euro minimum for credit cards. read more

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We could not have been luckier to stumble on this place after wandering for what seemed like forever for food! The 45 minute wait was intimidating, but we saw the food around us and knew it would be worth it. For such a crowded place, the service was quick. My traditional Irish stew was hot, fresh, and tasty. I had never had it before but I can imagine it was high quality. The Bailey's ice cream was a perfect end to the night. Would highly recommend a nice meal here, just go early to avoid a wait. read more

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Upstairs pub and restaurant in middle of Temple Bar area. There is a 20€, 2-course menu with many selections to choose from. I opted for the Boxty cake starter and fish & chips entree. Both were pretty good, but the Fish really stood out - tender, fresh, and large portion. This is nice place to take a break at, whether for a drink or meal. Atmosphere is homely and welcoming, service is top notch. read more

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Quays bar is a popping spot with decent drink prices, solid love music, and a fun crowd. Went on a Wednesday night and it was pretty packed in the front room where there's live music. Live music was generally US classics and recent hits. There's also an bar area in the back with a few TVs and is far less crowded. Great atmosphere since everyone was vibing to the music. Definitely one of the rowdier bars around Temple Bar. read more

In Temple Bar square, the Quays Bar remains a popular destination for Dublin tourists and new residents. It draws a steady crowd because throughout the afternoon, musicians take the stage (conveniently placed in the window of the pub). I go here sometimes because the music is good and there's good craic. Simon Gynn, a singer and guitarist, plays throughout the week. His good looks and charm keep many customers entertained. Alternatively, the Quays also doubles as a sports' bar. You can catch all major sporting events on their flat screen TV. This pub is not the most authentic Irish bar, but it's a safe bet. The Guinness is tasty and the customers are interested in making new friends. read more

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Good place to have drinks and enjoy live music. Staff were a bit rude sometimes but also they were busy on a weekday. Good vibe overall. 10 euro minimum for credit cards. read more

The Quays: I'm a fan simply for the live music and for the cool location on a square in Dublin's Temple Bar! Temple Bar is already a vibrant location but add some really cool tunes and it makes it an even more memorable experience. What's more... if there's an event (like the recent American college football game tailgate) you can request plastic cups to enjoy your bevvies outside while taking in the festivities. And, the tunes can be heard curbside! Rock on at The Quays (it's pronounced 'keys' by the way ;) read more

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Touristy, yes. But people come here for good reason. The music is one of the best. Drinks are huge and selection is great. One of my top two in Temple Bar. read more

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A lovely place to settle in for a pint, even if it is amongst the tourists. Serving up a great pint of Guinness, the bar staff is great and is attentive enough that I don't think I ever had an empty when I was sitting at the bar. The decor is traditional pub, which is I suppose why the tourists love it so. It gets quite crowded, so make sure and time your pub time well. read more

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Great place to head if you're struggling to achieve your 'one-a-day Irish-American tourist' targets. Personally I love those guys, here because their parents, grandparents or great-grandparents hail from the Emerald Isle, and kicking themselves because they haven't experienced the craic sooner (and gosh, I can't talk myself...) So what you'll get at The Quays is not your authentic Irish pub experience, it's more of a 'tourists experiencing an Irish pub' experience, but the crowds are good, the craic is mighty, and the live music is rocking. Head here at any time of the day or night (but it gets mega packed in the evenings, so don't plan on moving once you get inside!) The great locale in the centre of Temple Bar means The Quays will always attract its fair share of customers, and will always hold the possibility of interesting conversations with soon-to-be best friends! read more

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Food was great and staff was wonderful. Nice atmosphere for us tourists. Glad we made the right turn.

Came here for a nightcap when my friend and I were in town a few weeks ago. It looked like that everybody here was a tourist, like us, so at least we didn't feel entirely out of place. This was your basic, average Irish bar, serving your standard Irish offerings. Pints were about 6 Euros each. Nothing in particular really stood out for us here (aside from a wall of U.S. dollar bills, located across the bar), but I'd say it's a decent place to at least grab a pint at. read more

I just realized that I never reviewed my favorite place in Dublin! Our first night in Dublin we wanted to make sure that we went into a great pub for Guinness and some great live music. Most tourist head to Temple Bar but we decided on Quays Bar. It was super crowded as any good Irish pub should be. Filled with vacationers from all over the world, locals who didn't mind we were there, local footballers who were the best partiers, and local music talent who went along with every request that came their way! That night gave me some of the best memories I've ever had!! We were lucky to find two spots at the bar where we proceeded to start with a couple of local delicacies...the pint of Guinness. Even if your not a beer drinker but you find yourself in Dublin...TRY THE GUINNESS...it's nothing like what you get stateside. Sourced from local fresh water and made right down the street! It's smooth, creamy, and absolutely delicious. Don't like dark beer?...then Cider is the next best thing there! Ask the bartenders, they always have great suggestions! Once the music got going and the footballers had finished their 10th round things really got fun. The crowd singing and dancing to every song, orders being shouted out and passed through the crowd, it's an experience like no other and I never wanted to leave that night. We left in the wee hours of the morning and the party was still going! That's the true Irish pub experience, people from all over coming together to celebrate life and be in the moment. So if you want to sit and have a nice conversation over a beer or drink, this isn't the place for you. BUT if your looking for an unforgettable night, great music, great people from all over the world, & incredible beer then head to temple bar area of Dublin and walk into Quays Bar, you may regret some decisions you make that night but you'll never regret walking in to Quays. Sit back, have a Guinness, and sing your heart out with everyone else! read more

Cool spot to stop in and have a few drinks. The live music was entertaining and the overall atmosphere was crackin'. Edit: We mistakenly thought the bartender had overcharged us with the tip we added on. Upon further looking at our receipts when we got home, we saw that the final total was listed in dollars rather than euro. read more

Amazing Place. Very quick to serve and they had wonderful live music. This was our go to pub when in Ireland.

I was sorry I walked through the doors of this place. A typical tourist trap Temple Bar establishment which they cram to the seams and horse beers over the bar as quickly as possible. This pub is all about making money and nothing else. The staff barely look at you, they're so busy gushing out booze as if their life depends on it and the manager.........best shut up now. Put it this way....NEVER again read more

Stay away. Do not like Americans. The guy with the white/blond hair is aggressive and extremely unhelpful. Food never arrives and drinks took forever to be served. There are 20 other places next to this place. I suggest another place especially if you are American. read more

After wandering around the Temple Bar area of Dublin, I came across Quays Bar. It was just in time for a bite of lunch and a pint of Guinness. Before even walking into this locale, the outside of this classic Irish pub draws you in with the gold and green painted wooden exterior, large windows and the wooden and brass revolving door. Like most of the pubs in Ireland, you walk into the bar area and the dining is done upstairs. Now you can get your pub grub served to you on the first floor, but the tables are much bigger and enjoyable on the second floor. The Quays restaurant area upstairs is very similar to the ground floor. The decor includes an abundance of dark wooden floors, walls, tables and chairs. It is truly the quintessential Irish pub look. I was able to snatch a window seat and get a great view of Temple Bar Square. The menu includes all of the usual suspects that you come to expect when dining at a pub. That includes bangers and mash, fish and chips, kidney pie and more. I opted for a burger with a Guinness. The staff made our dining (and drinking) experience one to remember. They were all had that quick Irish wit and were very friendly. Quays Bar is a great way to spend a few hours with friends, food, drinks and views. read more

Went to this bar on a Tuesday and once the live music started the bar was full within about ten minutes. Fun place to enjoy a few drinks and a great place to check out if you're in the area. It's located near of ton of other pubs and should be added to any pub crawl list. read more

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This was a roomy and bright place. It was packed when my friend and I walked in. There was an acoustic duo serenading Van Morrison and Oasis covers. We got our pints and joined the crowd as we sang our hearts out and swayed happily amidst the camaraderie. At some point we wandered off to one of the darker corridors leading into the other room where there was more conversation and less music. The bartenders were running around with more glassware to accommodate all of the bodies that shuffled in and out. The pints would flow into eternity. People kept on coming. The crowd lost it when they covered Wonderwall. It felt like a dream where I drifted in and out of consciousness as I let everything sink in. It was all so touristy but so endearing that I couldn't help but get swept up in the madness. It was my last night in Dublin. I would be in London the next morning. I'll never forget it. Because maybe, you're gonna be the one that saves me. And after all, you're my wonderwall. -Oasis read more

Okay, as much as this is a cliché touristy place in Temple Bar, and can occasionally get a bit knackery, every time I have brought friends from the states to visit, and we are looking for a fun crowded place on a week night where we can sing along to a live band and have a great and corny trad night out, this is a go-to place. If you get in around 730 or so, there's plenty of room to get a spot to sit, which is highly suggested because the place does get PACKED as the night goes on. I'd suggest this place for a Sunday / Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday night - nights that are typically a bit more quiet in other parts of Dublin if looking for a fun spot, just because it'll be one of the few places that are crowded (read: tourist attraction, because let's be honest people, if you go to a local haunt during the week, it won't be super crowded because we DO work in normal 9-5 jobs here in Dublin!! :) ) Something to definitely be very careful about however, is that you are in Temple Bar, and it's an area known for pick pockets, so ladies watch your bags, and gentlemen, watch your pockets, especially coat pockets with phones!! If you can get over that one, however, it's a fun time - I've never not had a good time here, but as a local, just need to get over the fact that yes, it's tourists, yes, it's trad music, but can be lots of fun when you're in the mood! :) read more

Live music, cold beer, friendly staff, & an awesome location!!! It is worth stopping in for a break when walking around the city center of Dublin!!! read more

Had a lovely evening here drinking with a group of tourists from Liverpool. In fact, it became more of a contest of how much Guinness you could drink while still being able to have a coherent conversation about football. I remember the pints being a bit spendy, but when every other one is being purchased by someone else, it all becomes a bit hazy. read more

My friend and I ended up here on one of our last nights in Dublin. It ended up being our favorite bar in Dublin. They had live music all evening. The locals were friendly and entertaining as well. read more

Fantastic food, great service and good atmosphere. Real Irish food at its best. Go for stew!

This is right in the centre of temple bar so expect pricey drinks . If you are looking for some live Irish music and bit craic this is a great place for that , very very busy most days but it does what it says on the "tin" Good Irish craic ! read more

I went on a Sunday afternoon to meet a few friends. Relaxing Sunday pint? No, definitely not. When I got there the place was pretty packed. I guess that's a good sign for some, places are great fun when they're buzzing, but this place just wasn't. Dingey old interiors, sticky floors and a ton of drunks. I went to the bar to order a drink. Again, sticky furniture. Smelled fairly bad too. Maybe it was just the drunk old men sitting at the bar! I ordered a bottle of Irish beer that's usually around €5 in most bars. Here it was €6.20. I know it's Temple bar, but still. I paid with my card and that was that. There were an Irish Trad band playing and everyone seemed to be enjoying it. The tourists were going mad which was fun. Then I went back to the bar to order another beer (the same). I was told that they don't accept cards for transactions €10. Clearly wasn't true since I had just used it 30mins previously. Rather than go out in the rain to find an atm, I just bought a 2nd beer to go over the €10 threshold. While I was paying a man next to me ordered 1 Guinness and paid for it with his card. Pretty sure they're under a tenner. Left a bit of a sour taste in my mouth since I didn't actually want to have to buy a second beer. Lesson learned I suppose! I rarely write a bad review about a place. Always try to find the positives but this place just stuck with me. Not a fan and don't think I'll be back! read more

The Quay is a lively pub located in the heart of the Temple Bar. This famous bar believes in the Irish tradition of "Craic agus ceoil" meaning fun and music. This is a traditional Irish pub with lively Irish music three times daily beginning at 3PM, classic pub food, and beer. A good stop for lunch. read more

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a Tourist Hotspot. There are many many better places! When we went there, they did not play a single irish Song, just American Hits read more