Temple Bar area, 7pm, waiting for our dinner reservation. Every bar in the area is mobbed…read more We spot this little bar. It's not mobbed. It's dark. It's seedy. It's sparse. We enter and sit at the bar. They have booze, but only a few kinds. No problem. They have beer, the expected one's. All good. It's early in the evening, the crowds are thin, the music is good, we have a drink, we are happy. If only we had time for more than one drink. This is a dive bar. Just do it.

From outside I thought this looks like the sort of place I would have spent a lot of time in when I…read morewas younger... then I remembered I am not 75 years old and there's a good chance I would be allowed in even now. Right enough no one stopped me entering. Inside the bar is the very embodiment of cool; from the second I walked in, all I could say was "Cool"... I very much doubt if I was very cool about it but I'm ok with that (which I think possibly makes me cool again, but only briefly). The seats are made of oil barrels, there's half a car swinging from the ceiling, there's sawdust on the floor...really. Behind the bar they even have a couple of half decent beers which was pretty much all the icing that this cake needed. I am a fan, I shall be back!

One of the old place with traditional wooden decor. Stopped by for a pint or two to enjoy and to…read moreappreciate the good old bar. Really love the vibe here, laid back and just enjoy the present with friends and/or strangers. Great service and great beer.

Great Guinness and excellent wines also. Great atmosphere and history and great hospitality. Really…read moreworth a visit!

Riot was such a fun club! We had Jameson and Gingers and it was the only place they let our hen…read moreparty into definitely a cool vibe and worth it to check out!!

I was at the Riot bar in Dublin on June 26th, 2023, the night before leaving to Scotland with my…read morefriend. The music, the ambiance, the drinks, and the place were amazing. I'm from Los Angeles, CA and met a group of Americans from Boston in this bar. It was the best time I had in Dublin. I wish I had known about Riot bar during my whole stay in Ireland. It is great for tourists. The vibe is amazing and I would definitely go back.

The area is a hotspot for tourism and is one of Ireland's number one destinations. It lies on the…read moresouth bank of the River Liffey. It is believed that 'Temple Bar' street's name originated from 'Sir William Temple' from the 'Temple family (you can see the same on the outer wall of the pub) The most iconic pub in Dublin, the Temple Bar Pub, sits proudly on the corner of Temple Bar and Temple Lane South. With live music from 10:30 am every day, this is a pub with a party atmosphere all day long. I was amused at how many people popped in, snapped off a quick photo or a 30-second video, and then left without stopping for a drink. Then again, at €8 a pint, and it's one of the more expensive drinks in an already expensive city ( and I did the same in 2-3 pubs), and that's fine. Doesn't matter whether you wanna have food or drink here or not, but I would definitely recommend (in capital letters), have one drink here. Yes, it's expensive (just 3-4 euros more, come on), but the vibe, that's totally worth it. I truly believe, though, that if you're going to experience Dublin, then you can't leave without experiencing Temple Bar. I had like 4-5 drinks at different pubs, and though it's touristy and "trap"- I would come here again and again. No other place has a "temple bar pub ' vibe. There is always live music, the stage is rarely empty, and the diary is always full. The Temple Bar Pub is famed throughout Dublin for its lively, traditional Irish music scene. PS: don't get confused with Temple Bar at the end of every pub. Its neighborhood name (Temple bar neighborhood), and this pub is Temple Bar pub.

Is Temple Bar an overpriced tourist trap in a saturated area of Dublin? Yes…read more However, with that said, I feel it's a must-see for first time visitors. I went during my first trip to Dublin and not again until my boyfriend and I went to Dublin together. As it was his first visit, we had to go. The bar is always packed unless you arrive as soon as they open. It's not longer after opening time that it becomes a mad house well into the night. They've always got live music and proper Guinness pours (more $$ than elsewhere). So yeah, it's a tourist trap but it's also fun if you know what you're getting into and what to expect.

My favorite stop on the pub crawl, probably because the music was great (a guy with a guitar…read moreplaying live American rock and roll) and it wasn't terribly loud. Maybe the shot of tequila that we got for being on the pub crawl helped? It's dark, there isn't a lot of seating, and you'll be hard challenged getting the bartender's attention. Otherwise, a good stop.

Many a good night have I had out here. Almost every time, a great band has been playing. I've…read moregotten some weird looks, limboing under someone's leg with a salt seller upside down in my mouth, but mighty craic was had by all. I even decided to take a snooze, lying on one of their benches one time and wasn't disturbed by bar staff. I'm not sure how that reflects on The Mezz itself, but I had pleasant dreams. Word of advice: don't try the 'ass juice' shot. As tempting as it sounds...it's not very good.

So happy to have stumbled into this place waiting for a show at 3olympia, this is a resurrected…read morelanigans!! Being from the states I was so bummed when they closed a few years ago as it was a Dublin must-stop for me. Love the Horror theme all year round!!

Wish we had stumbled across this place earlier in our stay! Sweet little spot with food and of…read morecourse, nice cold pints. Definitely stop in for a pint if you're in the area!

Being from Kansas City were skeptical about bbq in Dublin. I can't begin to tell you how delicious…read morethis bbq was! The meat was cooked so perfectly. The chicken was juicy and tender. The sides are plentiful and delicious. The service is wonderful! Absolutely wonderful place!

Food was incredible! Portions were generous and savory. I had my first baby Guinness shot.. life…read morechanging. Also order the bacon cheese burger(very filling) but recommend. Love the vibes although service could be a bit better.

A solid flash to the past bar - the outdoor seems the more popular spot when the weather is nice…read morebut the indoor feels like going to a pub in the 80's/90s. Tables are close to the ground and it can get quite busy so sometimes your table may be hard to get but they have a large pour for the ciders and a nice Guinness. Some food but not a huge menu.

An absolute MUST VISIT classic Irish pub. Great for people watching. It's in a great area to walk…read morearound. A bit touristy, but also tons of locals. Go in side for the real adventure. The bartender is hilarious and quite entertaining to watch. The pro order, so my Irish friends say, is a Guinness and a Toastie. What a treat. We'll be back!!

Exactly what you expect. Comfortable no-nonsence bar with great service and better drinks.read more

Thomas House is a nice little punk pub that is a 15 minutes walk outside of city centre & away from…read morethe Crazy ass tourists. It reminded me of a place I used to go to in Bellflower called Midway. The only difference is they have good punk music. The beer was excellent and I must quote them on this, "no sissy drinks like an apple martini." I will forever be grateful to this pub as I discovered St. Bernardus. Only the best beer in the world and it's made by Monks. Something about the rich flavors in it made for a climatic experience. As I drank that pint, I tasted all it had to offer. It's dark with a full, ivory-colored head. It was amazing, try it and don't hesitate to go to a punk bar in Dublin, Ireland when you get a chance. Cheers!

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.