I love The Long Hall! It's such an amazing pub. Guess who else loves this place? Bruce Springsteen! I was told they even keep a bottle of his own whiskey behind the bar for his visits. How rad would it be if he were there at the same time? One of these days. This space is absolutely gorgeous. Proper Victorian pub decor in reds with stately wood all about. Proper wooden bar. Original interior from 1881. The pub has been around since 1766 and is one of the oldest ones in Dublin. They make the best Irish coffee, hands down. They've got all of the proper pours, whiskey, gins, and so on. The prices are affordable though they have a few things that are a little more (depending on age). I can't go to Dublin and not go to The Long Hall. Facts. read more

We were on a tour of Ireland and another member of our group mentioned that she went here and it was Bruce Springsteen's favorite bar in Dublin, so we had to go! We were lucky enough to get 2 seats at the bar, in front of Bruce Springsteen's private bottles of whiskey, which are stored on a shelf up high. Our bartender was great, friendly and he told us about the bottles for Bruce. He also asked us if we had tried any of the beers by Changing Times Brewery. I believe he said the brewery makes beers exclusively for 12 pubs. He was so nice to give us samples of 3 beers. They were all very tasty, and I don't drink beer! The vibe in this bar is great, beautiful to look at. I loved hanging out there, too bad we were in a rush, I could staying here for hours. Great experience, we will definitely be back! read more

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We stopped in on a Friday night and it was super packed. It's not that big of a space so it was hard to get a spot and a drink. Service was friendly. We ended up getting a beer and they did have a couple spots outside so we did end up standing outside. Cute spot just wish it wasn't so crowded. read more

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An iconic bar in the middle of Dublin with good draft beers and quick service. It has a mix of both locals and tourists coming in, the place is pretty big and we came during the day so there were tables and bar stools available at the time and the service was quick. I'd recommend it for a pint but unless you come with a group it can get pretty boring. We stopped for one and then left and kept exploring the city. read more

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A proper pub in the heart of Dublin. The Long Hall was towards the top of my list of places to check out during my brief visit here. It was within walking distance of a ton of restaurants and attractions so you might as well stop by and grab yourself a pint of Guinness. The place is popular so be prepared to stand or be content with barstool seating, although there is table seating in the back which looked super cozy. I was lucky enough to snag a seat at the bar and loved looking around at the victorian woodworking and vintage decor. I ordered a pint of Guinness which was poured efficiently and properly. Service was straightforward but kind. I've got to admit, I'm not a Guinness fan. It might have something to do with the fact that I never drink beer but when in Rome do as the Romans do. So when in Dublin, drink what the Irish drink, I suppose? I can't say I ordered another pint but I did stop into the restrooms on my way out and I was pleasantly surprised with how clean they were! Usually the bathrooms in bars in the U.S are total dumpster fires but this one was clearly being checked throughout the day. I'd definitely recommend stopping by The Long Hall if you're ever in Dublin! read more

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The Long Hall is a beautiful pub! Like others have said, it has the feel of a cocktail bar. It's set up just like a long hallway and was quite busy when we were there. We wished it would've been easier to get a seat, but a place like that is definitely going to be busy. We stayed for one drink and continued on to another pub. I would recommend going early! read more

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A great spot for a pint but super duper hot, like the hottest pub we stopped in all of Ireland, and super crowded, which is expected but hard to walk through the sea of people to the restroom, etc. They bathroom to pub size ratio was a bit off too, only 2 stalls for a large spot. Service was nice and quick and we found a back corner spot in the front but definitely would have loved more airflow. Wine available as well but Guinness was sold, just gets warm quick due to the inside temps. read more

Gotta say of all the places in Dublin that hype up their Irish coffee this place was definitely worth waiting till they opened up at 1pm on a rainy day. The coffee was smooth yet energetic for a vaycay vibe. Customers and staff here are very friendly and chill and just good vibes here all around. For the price of an Irish coffee it was fair as well read more

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This was probably one of the nicest pubs I went to in Dublin! This has the vibe of a nice cocktail bar, but essentially everyone was drinking beer! I'd come back read more

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Really great service. We sat at a table in the back and never wanted for a refill or another drink. We went becuse we heard they had good pours of Guiness and it was super close to out hotel. We would go again read more

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Pints were perfection, and bar tender was helpful and friendly. Ambiance was traditional

This bar is one of the oldest in Dublin. Such a charming place. Definitely one you need to try while visiting. read more

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Drinks only no food. Great ambience. We went because a bartender at a touristy bar recommended it on their list of non touristy pubs.

This may be one of the most beautiful bars in Dublin.. and I went to many joints!! Walking in... huge bar with prob 30 stools, beautiful chandeliers complete with fancy carpeting in a bar??? It works and really makes the place stand out. Constantly packed and this is not a small place so plan accordingly! Service was great all things considered// stick with Guinness // talk later. read more

Fun is not welcome here. I used to live on Palace St (Dame St) and recently was in the Long Hall with a friend, twice, for catch-up drinks. The first night we had at least eight pints each. Grand time. Today, we had one drink and the manager, who we had not spoken with or interacted with, refused to serve us a second. The only thing I can think of is that, as we were seated right by the door, we were chatting to new customers as they waited for a seat. The (Tunisian?) guy serving us both nights is very nice; we tipped him both nights and were grateful to have someone so pleasant serving us. The "manager" should probably just be a bar man and have someone with cop on be the actual manager. read more

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Traditional Irish pub. Crowded, noisy and fun. Pretty sure we were the only Americans (which was great). Jameson and Guinness of course - free flowing. read more

This is a classic pub with leather seats, an eclectic mix of chandeliers, an assortment of photos on the walls, tin ceilings, red carpeting. As the name states, this is one long, narrow 'hall' of a room. The bar takes up the front half of the room with seats both at the bar and across from it along the wall. The rear portion of the room is banquets, typical little round tables and stools. The pub offers a full bar. We ordered one beer, and tea for one. The bar woman sent us back to have a seat and brought out a small pot of brewed tea and the beer. From our vantage point we could see the entire room. There were only a few patrons scattered around the room when we visited early in the afternoon. Not as much tchotchke here as in other old style pubs but still with lots of personality. read more

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On my short trip to Ireland I had limited time in Dublin so I wanted to try a highly recommended pub to get a pint of Guinness. This place was the highest recommend pub within close proximity of the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel. I walked in and the place was packed; it was difficult to walk through the narrow area in front of the bar. There were no tables available but fortunately there was one spot with standing room only at the bar. Although the place was packed, I was acknowledged quickly and I ordered a pint of Guinness. I was glad that I did not receive my pint immediately because he let it settle before he topped it off and delivered it. It cost 5 Euros which is good compared to some other pubs. This place is a Victorian style pub and has been there for quite some time. I thought that it was cool that locals and tourists alike were in the place. I saw large groups of friends in the back and mostly couples at the bar and seated across from it. Despite it being so busy, the bartender was keeping up and keeping things moving. 4 stars! read more

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The Long Hall is a charming Victorian style pub in Dublin that dates back to 1766. This Irish pub acquired its name from its long, narrow hallway snug that runs along the left hand side of the pub. Before 1951 only men were allowed in the bar; women were served drinks in the hallway. This was the second stop on our pub crawl in Dublin. The bar wasn't very crowded on the evening of our Sunday visit so we didn't have to wait in a line to place our order. We grabbed a window seat so we could people watch outside while enjoying our pints, but I think I spent most of our visit with my back to the window because there was so many beautiful features of the pub to gawk at. The most stunning feature at The Long Hall is the antique clock that forms an arch between bar and lounge area. If you are looking for a gorgeous historical pub in Dublin that serves a great pint of Guinness be sure to stop by The Long Hall! read more

This is the kind of pub you look for in Dublin. Great beer, great ambiance and kind of place you can go to and enjoy the great beer read more

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I like this place. I like it a lot. Firstly, it's obviously amazingly beautiful, both externally and internally. This really is a truly elegant old (and long as the name suggests!) bar on South Great George's Street. The owners obviously put a lot of money and effort into keeping the place spick and span and purty, and it's really paid off. Check out any of the photos accompanying it and you'll see. The other thing is, there are no fake 'ye old Ireland', 'check me out I'm an old man's pub,no honestly I've been here forever' signs all over the walls. This IS an old pub, the Victorian paraphernalia and decor is fully authentic - in fact the Long Hall is actually a listed building, which proves my point! There are muskets, old paintings, and ancient looking chandeliers, all crammed in together with lots of shiny brass, huge alcohol selection, and some 'old Dublin' characters. You'll get a great pint of Guinness here, guaranteed (another one to add to the list!), and the prices are pretty reasonable. Now the only thing is, this place gets rammed at the weekends. Another one that's a bit of a victim of it's own success. Having said that, if you get in there during the day, you'll be in luck. I was there last Saturday day time, and we were in the company of only three others, so pick your time wisely, and you'll be grand. read more

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I love this pub. It's so simple but gives you so much more and gives you a wonderful Dublin experience. We went to the Long Hall as it was featured in an episode of Anthony Bourdain's show The Layover as a place to visit while in Dublin. It's a small pub in the heart of Dublin but represents what a pub should be: no TVs, just good conversation and good pints. They carry many beers on tap and a collection of whiskey and other spirits. My husband had a pint of Galaway Hooker and Guinness (because for many people, that is what you do in Dublin) while I had a pint of O'Hara's Craft Beer and Smithwicks. We stuck to Irish beers because we wanted to drink what the locals drink. It was mid afternoon when we went. Not too busy but it slowly started picking up while we were there. The bartender was friendly and gave us great recommendations for places to eat in Dublin. The atmosphere is very relaxed; the bar itself is full of character. I am definitely glad we visited. read more

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This place is victorian in look, and modern in service. The people working the bar were helpful and friendly. The pints were reasonably priced. We had the chance to talk to the people the worked there as they were not too terribly busy. They suggested whisky to us, told us their favorites, and poured us a few glasses. This place is the kind of pub you would imagine when someone says Irish Pub. Leather seats, chandeliers, tin ceilings, carpeting, long narrow hall, old fixtures, copper taps. I cant even imagine why this place didn't have a long line waiting to get in. Maybe we went at the perfect time (afternoon). Maybe it was an off day? Whatever the reason we were happy to only be 2 of the a handful of people in the space. It gave us the chance to converse with the patrons as well. read more

After a smashing soiree at the Science Gallery and a satisfying supper at Shebeen Chic, friends suggested we hit their local next. The Long Hall was absolutely heaving when we arrived but we managed to wedge ourselves in among the punters. This is an excellent place to experience real Dublin pub culture, preferably with a glass of Guinness and a shot of Jameson! read more

I do not know the reason, but this place is well-known to serve good Guinness. I could not tell the difference (that means they all tasted good to me!), but that was because I was already drunk? :o I don't know, but good times, good times... read more

The Long Hall has been around Dublin for a long time and will hopefully be around for the long haul aswell... Its one of those beautiful pubs that has probably always looked pretty similar to the way it does today inside. In an era where everything is slatted wooden floors or terribly boring tiles its a nice shift to stand on "a luverly birra carpet..." its like standing upon one of your grannys finest sponge cakes because you literally sink like the titanic into the soft depths of the ice cold bar taps choosing your tipple. But alas there can only be one here and its arthurs finest. The long hall is reknowned for a good pint of the black stuff. Tourists love it here but the barmen are modest. I overheard a guy ask whether it was the oldest pub in dublin and the Barman told him no that the title infact belongs to the brazen head. Its this sort of genuine charm that will ensure that a visit to this popular haunt will never get old even though the bar itself already has. Im taking away one point for the view of the outlet shop (closed down) across the street whilst perched in the window. Total eyesore. Still though hands down the best head in town, I shall attach a picture for your viewing pleasure!! read more

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The day I met my now husband we spent the night drinking in this pub. It was the best pint I've ever had, and was honestly the best place we visited the whole trip. Can't wait to make it back here someday! read more

There really is no where like a proper Dublin pub on an eve in the last run up to Christmas - but it cant be just any old pub, for a start it has to be, well, old. The Long Hall is suitably aged and slightly grotty and pretty much encapsulates everything a Dublin pub should be, this isn't a new place decorated to look the part, any discerning drinker can tell the difference, this is the real thing. We were in on Sat eve, the place so packed with revellers you couldn't get form any given point A to any other given point B without a serious squeeze and jostle - but it doesn't matter - everyone is in good form, understands that there will be the aforementioned squeezing, jostling and spilling and just gets on with it. Great for pretty much any eve the Long Hall comes into its own this time of year, go, have a pint and enjoy! read more

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Victorian pub on George's Street. I've walked by here so many times and I've never visited. I'm very sorry I haven't visited before. This is a fab spot but it does get quite busy. There was quite a few tourists in there so we grabbed a space at the bar and propped it up for a drink or two. The taps for some of the beer are fab and I do like the old clock behind the bar. I chose Stonewell Cider. They have an absolute great selection behind the bar. Definitely worth a visit. read more

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This place has been around since 1877, its reallyl been in for the long haul! ha ha im so funny! okay sorry, i wont make a stupid joke like that again! so seriously, this place is really old and you can tell because its got years of tradition and ambience and craic soaked into the walls and the building just exudes greatness when it comes to having a proper good drink! an interesting fact about this pub, women were not allowed drink in here until 1951, before then ladies had to sit in a hallway and get their drink through a little hatch.jeese, youd think they had cooties! maybe they did back then! read more

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Cozy beautiful bar. The best pint of Guinness I have ever had. And in the taxi the next day, the driver said it truly is the best pint poured in the city, and said he would mentioned that place first if I had asked him for a reco. And he was the real deal! read more

The Long Hall is tip-top notch. Probably the best pub in Dublin, which is essentially the same thing as being the best pub in the known universe. No music, no tv, none of that oul malarkey, nothing to distract from pubs are really meant for: good converstion, and philosophising as to the state of the world. Fairly reasonably priced points, Beamish (always a plus in my book), and amazing interior and fittings: the Long Hall has been used as a location in a number of films, and it is easy to see why. Peerless. read more

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As a tourist, I came here in search of an authentic, Irish bar (where the locals go). And was I pleased that this bar lived up to that expectation! Great selection of beer. Very loud and lively. I visited on a Friday night and there was barely any room to walk let alone find a table or comfortable standing space. But a crowd is a sign of a good bar? 4 stars because it was difficult to converse with the new people I just met. Had to awkwardly lean my head closer to be able to hear. read more

Holy sausage party. The bartender was a dear and quick with the drink orders. The bar was vintage and cozy....but (and maybe it was just the time of day or day for that matter) man o' man (no pun intended) besides myself, my two friends and another set of ladies I spotted huddled in the corner we were the ONLY women in the entire bar which was slammed. Hahahhaa....just a weird observation. Overall...nothing spectacular for me at least. read more

"Wow Randy, isn't this neat?" "Sure is Barb," grinned Randy as he made his bottom more comfortable on his Great Outdoors yellow raincoat which draped over the bar-stool. They gazed happily around the bar as they sipped their pints like kids who just opened their Christmas presents. "Life is like lemon, zee lemon!" "Zee lemon did not have to deal with the oppressive urges of a minimalist structure zat has been bred upon us," argued the stunning German with perfect bone structure, I stared at her I know I did. But her face was so interesting as was their conversation. I love this place. We sat in front of our black and cream as the old-school barman delivered pints to the very different tables. The place just pulls out the best conversations and thoughts within. A place to be inspired or dissolve or both just like my incredible night last night. Thank you. read more

17:43:00. Friday. There's a newspaper on the bar. You are clearly the first person the barman has seen in hours and he's slumped on the bar, completely bored. He has memorized all the Crosaire clues and solved none. He looks up and asks. "Refreshing sea tears a soft piano" "You've lost me. Quiet night, eh?" 17:59:42. Friday. The temperature rises a degree. Anxiety in the country rises. The stock index drops a few points in every company with the exception of those which manufacture alcoholic drinks. 17:59:59. Friday. Ceremoniously, the barman stands to attention. Fresh-faced and enthusiastic; probably a military man. He finishes pouring your Guinness from the tabernackle. The blood of the working man. A million bells ring simultaneously as a thousand meetings are postponed. If you listen carefully, you can hear a low rumble. 18:00:00. Friday. You blink. Every office in the world is now empty. This pub now has a larger population than China. You hear the distinctive hissing of the Guinness tap. It reminds you of Niagara Falls. Of course, Niagara Falls has nothing on this -- neither in terms of the number of visitors, nor of the quantity or quality of liquid flow. Your eyes are opened. A keg runs empty. The barman goes to replace it. 18:03:00. Friday. The world is getting thirsty. A patron opens the entrance to the cellar. The barman is not there. Nobody can explain it. Your pint is empty. Time to move to another bar. 18:04:00. Friday. In Fagans, others usually now drink Juinness. Every session's usual stout. read more

My favorite pub in city centre Dublin (my other favorite Dublin pub is Kavanaghs). The Long Hall bills itself as a Victorian-Era pub, which, as far as I can tell, simply means that the pub dates back to the late 1800s and is committed to preserving the antiquated paraphernalia of this era, along with boasting dark wood, lots of brass around the bar and old taps. The end result: the Long Hall is staggeringly impressive. You know it's serious business when no less than ten Guinness pint glasses are lined up behind the bar, half-full, awaiting their top-off push. It was a Friday night around 8:30 pm and we experienced laser efficiency: we were targeted, one barman took our order, the other poured, a third took our money. Amidst this frantic business, a very peculiar phenomenon had taken hold of the packed-solid room: you could have a conversation. Could the grandeur at the bar be responsible for the reverential behavior of the patrons? I'm not sure. The place was so civilized, yet so crowded. Conversation on a Friday night, and so close to Temple Bar. Impossible, you say! No, it's here. Think velvet, copper & brass, old clocks, old lanterns, dark wooden panels, intricate chandeliers. And the perfect pint. May the Long Hall live on! read more

Great Dublin pub this, the best front of any pub in Dublin, check the pictures out. Inside its all wood and shiny light fittings. There are usually lots of people in this bar it is popular, so if you want to enjoy a quiet chat try it during the daytime. Very good pub. read more

One of my favorite pubs in Dublin. Great service and friendly servers and bartenders. Also great spot to connect with the locals. read more

It might not be very long, and it isn't much of a hall, but the Long Hall is more Dublin than James Joyce singing Raglan Road in Coppers. It's got all those ingredients that for some reason are essential for a great boozer. Stools that shouldn't be so comfy, decor that's gloomy without being depressing and service that makes a complete stranger feel like a life-long regular. Dublin's already got soe excellent old-man pubs, but this place stands head and zimmer-frame above the rest. read more