IRELAND'S OLDEST PUB
Sean's Bar, Athlone, County Westmeath (since 900)
In 900, Luain son of Lewy founded an inn here, which is now Sean's Bar. It is a building full of antiquity. The old bar and furnishings, the open fireplace, the sawdust-covered floors and the walls covered in antique fabrics are the eye-catchers that Sean's Bar has to offer.
Specialties: Blended Irish Whiskey "Luain Edition" and Sean's Bar Single Malt "Clonmacnoise"
Sean's Bar
13 Main Street, Athlone, Westmeath
seansbar.ie
AUTHENTIC PROHIBITION BAR
The Blind Pig Speakeasy (since 2011)
Secret passwords, fake shop windows and a touch of lawlessness, this underground speakeasy takes its guests back to the Prohibition era. The name "Blind Pig" comes from the fact that the police ("Pig") occasionally turned a blind eye to the Prohibition-era liquor rooms in the 1920s.
Specialties: The "One For The Road" series for "the smuggler" in you
The Blind Pig Speakeasy
18 Suffolk Street, Dublin
theblindpig.ie
A BUILDING FULL OF DUBLIN'S RICH HISTORY
Café en Seine (since 1993)
An iconic and impressive restaurant and nightclub located in the heart of Dublin's city center. The venue has several bars, as well as a covered Parisian street garden.
Specialties: Away from the menu, (almost) every drink request can be fulfilled here
Café en Seine Restaurant & Late Bar
39/40 Dawson Street, Dublin
cafeenseine.ie
GRAVEDIGGER AND ANCIENT AMBIENCE
The Gravediggers (since 1833)
John Kavanagh - The Gravediggers. The nickname comes from the fact that the pub is built into the wall of Gasnevin Cemetery. Gravediggers used to come here to quench their thirst after their work was done. The interior is kept in the old style, no music or TV, no WiFi, a thoroughly old-fashioned ambience.
Specialties: Own interpretation of pub dishes, extensive beer selection
John Kavanagh - The Gravediggers
1 Prospect Square, Glasnevin, Dublin
johnkavanagh-the-gravediggers.business.site
THE PLACE OF REFUGE FOR LITERARY AND LOST
Grogan's Castle Lounge (since 1899)
In the 1970s, Grogan's became a popular meeting place and refuge for the leading Irish writers, poets and artists of the time. This is why the pub is still often referred to today as: "A refuge for the literary and the lost".
Specialties: Excellent toasted sandwiches
Grogan's Castle Lounge
15 William Street South, Dublin
groganspub.ie
PUB, PARTY VENUE, RESTAURANT AND NIGHTCLUB
McGowans (since 1949)
This pub is known for its spacious premises spread over two floors. It has a cocktail lounge, late bar, beer garden and sports bar. McGowans offers all rooms and event management for various occasions.
Specialties: New special offers and cocktails every week
McGowans
18 Phibsboro Road, Phibsboro, Dublin
mcgowans.ie
BAR, LOUNGE AND LIVE IRISH MUSIC
O'Donoghue's Bar (since 1789)
Located in the heart of the city and one of Dublin's oldest bars. O'Donoghue's offers live Irish performances every night by musicians from all over Ireland. It is also a popular venue on rugby weekends.
Specialties: Good Guinness, large sandwiches
O'Donoghue's Bar
15 Merrion Row, Dublin
odonoghues.ie
A CHRONICLER OF THE IRISH CAPITAL
The Palace Bar (since 1823)
The haunt of some notable and shady characters. Dublin literary pioneers, cabinet ministers and proponents of revolutions and conspiracies have all been regular visitors. Pictures on the walls recall some of the historic moments this bar has witnessed over the last 200 years.
Specialties: Produces and sells various Irish whiskeys under its own label
The Palace Bar
21 Fleet Street, Dublin
thepalacebardublin.com
TIME TRAVEL TO THE 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Peruke & Periwig (since 2014)
The ambience and furnishings reflect the 19th century store of wig maker James Donoghue. A vintage bar, heavy curtains in front of the windows, chandeliers, candlelight, wigs on display - the establishment transports its customers back to the 18th/19th century.
Specialties: Award-winning cocktail menu with unconventional, creative cocktails
Peruke & Periwig
31 Dawson Street, Dublin
peruke.ie
MEDIEVAL PUB
The Swan Bar (since 1661)
Dubliners have been provided with food, shelter and social culture here for six centuries. The Swan Bar is an authentic Victorian pub that evolved from a medieval inn in 1897. Rugby legend "Sean" Lynch is one of the owners of this bar and displays some of the memorabilia of his rugby career here.
Specialties: pints and pizza
The Swan Bar
58 York Street, Dublin
theswanbar.com
IRELAND'S LARGEST WHISK(E)Y COLLECTION
The Temple Bar (since 1840)
This pub has over 2000 whisk(e)ys, some of which are rare. It is located in the heart of Dublin's cultural district "Temple Bar", which is considered the center of nightlife in Dublin. The Temple Bar offers live Irish music around the clock.
Specialties: Large selection of pub sandwiches
The Temple Bar
47-48, Temple Bar, Dublin
thetemplebarpub.com
BACK TO THE GOLDEN AGE
Vintage Cocktail Club (since 2012)
This bar takes its guests back to the 1920s, the era of speakeasies, aviation pioneers and silent movie stars. The vintage cocktail club is an oasis of calm in the heart of Dublin. Vintage jewelry, antique furniture and a fantastic roof terrace invite you to enjoy.
Specialties: Extensive selection of spirits and award-winning cocktails with seasonal ingredients
Vintage Cocktail Club
15 Crown Alley, Temple Bar, Dublin
vintagecocktailclub.com
