Had an irish coffee here. The place is a bit cramped and need better ventilation, but the musician…read morewere great. Love that they have musician playing every night! Would recommend to come for the experience.

I do not understand the hype of this bar for trad Irish music. Huge disappointment! Three musicians…read morethat played. Their voices projected as loud as crickets!!! We were shhhhh'ed by the bar and patrons. I was like, YES! Everyone is going to be quiet so we can listen. Zero acoustics and voice projection not there. Very crowded so reviews are drawing people in but music was not even audible. Spend a few dollars more and enjoy the Temple bar musicians!

Located below the Lower Deck, Bello Bar is definitely one of the best Music Venues I have been in…read moreDublin. This warm and cosy place is ideal for either vibrant gigs or low key intimate performances. The Bar in partnership with Donkey Jaw Productions, is bringing the best Bands from Dublin and all around Ireland on Sundays, starting at 8pm. A friend of mine recommended this venue to me, and after checking it out on Facebook I learned that is the newest Music Venue in Town. So if you love live music from Soul, Funk to Blues or Latin, you just have to keep an eye on their facebook page to find out what is going on every Sunday Night...

This place is a revelation to me. I remember going to this venue once before for a small time gig;…read morea friend of a friends band was playing. But the space had since closed down, which was a shame. Now reopened since 2013 as a Jazz music venue, we paid 8 EUR after making the descent and entered a placer cooler than a hipsters bicycle. The bar and initial lounge was laid out well, which some funky décor and candles on tables. Next was the stage area, which was down a few steps, where there are more tables adorned with candles. Keep going to the left you are met with The Sitting Room, an area which is just that, a comfy sitting room. Back at the bar we spy craft beers - hurrah! I first go for a brewdog Punk IPA, but then switch to their 5am Saint. Both lovely beers. Due to the fabulous recent weather, the audience was slow to fill and as a result the music started a lot later than envisaged by the promoters. But when it did get started, my gosh was it a cracking set. The band was called Mages Takotak, French I believe. They were excellent. I'm no jazz expert, but we all really enjoyed the show. Alas by the time the second band had started, I had to go... it was a school night after all and as much as I would have loved to have stayed, I just couldn't Highly recommended and I definitely will be back.

We were fortunate to experience Le Basement during our time in Dublin…read more It's located on the second floor of a restaurant in a small office sized room with a bar, sofa seats, and a few dining tables. When we came they had a band already playing. It was honestly like an American jam sess where people can come up and sing and perhaps play if the request is honored. My husband asked the guitarist if he could join and the guitarist was gracious enough to loan him his guitar and pick as we are foreigners and didn't pack his guitar for our trip. He was able to play for about three songs and it was amazing to see the two cultures mix and mingle on stage. You could tell that the vibe changed throwing him in the mix. I would imagine this magical mix occurs each time they invite any unique talent that visits Le Basement. The drinks were inexpensive, the environment was welcoming, and the music was soulful.

A hidden gem in the heart of Dublin's nightlife, and what a great discovery! Located on Dame Lane…read morejust across from the popular 4 Dame Lane, Le Basement offers a unique evening experience for Dublin. Presented in a similar style to the famous Parisian Jazz clubs, you descend the stairs to a small and atmospheric room with soft lighting and comfortable leather seating. There is decent quality beer on tap and array of the usual alcohol options available with a decent looking menu if you fancy a bite to eat (although I did not). Most evenings around the weekend there is a live Jazz act and, on the night I was there, we had a delightful lady singer with a fantastic voice and a great support band. Table service is available and the staff are friendly and prompt. There is a cover charge ranging from €5 to €8 depending on who is playing. Le Basement is part of Le Cirk - a hotel/bar on Dame Street. If you are looking for a romantic spot to take your partner or just a place to appreciate some quality jazz tunes, then look no further. I highly recommend Le Basement.

We added this to our trip last minute and we had a great time. Depending on where you're staying,…read moreit can be a little out there for visitors (we used our LEAP card to get nearby and walked the rest of the way). You'll check in for your meal first. There's a bar, so you can grab a pint or cocktail while you wait for them to seat you (if they're allowing guests inside already) - drinks are not included in your ticket price. Your menu is pretty limited (I'm guessing actual restaurant patrons might have a larger menu to order from), but our food was exactly what we were looking for on our first night in Ireland. There is a bar in the room where the musicians are, but it wasn't serving. So, if you want a pint in hand while you listen to music, I definitely recommend you have one with you before you head downstairs to be sure. Seating downstairs is first come, so don't linger too long if you're hoping to get up front near the band. They play an hour and a half or so of Irish pub familiar songs and the Irish dancer does about 3-4 dances while they play some specific songs. The band was interactive and lively. Once the show is over, the band goes to the back and has some of their merch for sale - shirts, CDs, etc. Good to have some Euros in hand for tipping them too, if you want. Honestly, we truly enjoyed this and had a great time. We did this on the same night we flew in and it set a nice vibe for our visit.

Entertainment was great - we saw incredibly talented musicians, one of which was an Irish dancer,…read morewho seemed equally talented in that pursuit. The dinner before was pretty good, but nothing special. Hghlights were the chocolate cake/sorbet, Irish stew, and vegetable soup; the main, not so much. But the entertainment was great and was a highlight of our entire trip! If I were to do it again, I'd get dinner somewhere else along the way and then come for the show.

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!

`Hughes is one of a couple of early pubs along the Luas line. It's also very conveniently located…read morenear the Four Courts. So if you're feeling a bit shaky about your pending court case, head in and have a few pints to steady the nerves. Not sound legal advice? Ok maybe not, but they do have such a large range of opening hours that it suits people coming off the night shift who want to have a pint or two before heading to bed. If you're not a morning drinker they've also got some pretty good trad music in the evening. The place doesn't normally fill up all the way so you can definitely get a seat and have a quiet pint with friends.

Hughes is one of Dublin city's oldest traditional music venues. It holds music sessions nightly…read more This place is usually dead during the day and early evening but come 10pm the place is teaming with locals and musicians, there were 12 musicians playing all flutes and fiddles. It wasn't the most lively of trad nights, not at all like a Temple Bar sing a long fest but it was really authentic and the musicians were playing more for themselves than the audience!

Service was excellent. They made you feel at home. I'm from Raleigh, NC. And thought this place…read moreoffered an authentic Irish pub experience. The Guinness was perfect. I hope to return some day.

You love pubs. You love trad…read more You're a star at drinking pints. You're short a tin whistle. There's hope yet. In addition to a classic and beautifully maintained pub, J. McNeills also runs a music centre on the second floor for repairs, sales and sheet music. Once you've got the arsenal of instruments and songs down, take part (or just sit back, pint in hand) in one of the City Centre's most prolific sessions. Check the board outside for an idea of the music on for the evening -the taste is eclectic and bluegrass is favoured.

This joint had a lot of character I thought. Walking in.... it's divey complete with a flower in a…read morepop bottle at the bar! Many cool aspects here.. check out the door, the entry way & the actual bar is beautiful. I may have showed up at an off time but I didn't like the clientele or the staff. Good place to stop for one as the pint was pretty good// talk later

The following day, my face still hurt. It felt like I'd been working out my cheeks. An evening in…read moreThe International Comedy Club will have you laughing 'till you cry. On a Sunday, it isn't as packed as I'm used to (which means actually getting a seat) and it only costs €5. Five euro for five comedy acts! Bargain! Whatever about the audience heckling the comedians, this venue is so tiny that they heckle you! I was "picked on" by two comedians that night. First, Aidan Bishop (Des Bishop's sexy brother) complimented me on my summer dress and asked where I was from. There was no fear of me outshining the comedian as I replied, "Ireland." Duh! Fred Cooke (yer man from the Spar ads) insisted I was Jean from the UCD musical society and that we "shifted" back in '99. He impressed me with how quickly and wittily he improvised when someone from the audience suggested songs for him to perform. He really involved the crowd and even got the barman to dim the lights as he danced Thriller-style and played two recorders at a time. Then, Aidan got up and rapped with him. Abie Philbin Bowman (writer and performer of "Jesus: The Guantanamo Years") seemed like he was showing off with all he knew about politics and history. Us Irish don't like cockiness. We find self-deprecation a lot more humorous. On the other hand, Aussie Damian Clark (from TV show "I Dare Ya") was energetic, hilarious and has such an infectious laugh. So if you want some chiselled jaw lines, get your funny bones down to The International Comedy Club!