Famous pubs in Dublin that aren’t in Temple Bar

1. The Stags Head

Dame Court, D02 TW84

This Dublin pub is just across the street from Temple Bar, tucked away in Dame Lane. Famous as a traditional pub with no TV or music where the art of conversation is appreciated and conserved. Although it can get busy at night, pop in during the day or early evening and you will meet friendly bar staff and regulars happy to chat.

2. Mulligans

Poolbeg Street, DO2TK71

Mulligans, not far from O’Connell bridge, is famous for serving one of the best pints of Guinness in the capital. If the black stuff is your thing, this bar is most definitely worth a visit. Close to a long-gone theatre and newspaper offices, the rich and famous once mixed with Dublin dockers in this quirky pub. Icons like Judy Garland, Seamus Heaney, James Joyce and John F. Kennedy have enjoyed a tipple in this bar.

3. Long Hall

South Great George's Street, D02 DV74

The Long Hall is famous for its Victorian bar and décor that has remained very much unchanged since 1881. The pub has held a licence in that location for over 250 years, so this is one to visit if you want to enjoy a drink in beautiful surroundings. If you are a Phil Lynott fan, you may also recognise it from the video for ‘old town’. Oh, it’s also a favourite haunt of Bruce Springsteen when he’s in town.

4. Toners

Baggot Street Lower, D02 N231

Famous for its beer garden Toners is only a short walk from Grafton Street. Originally a bar and grocers, you can still see the stock drawers behind the bar that date from 1818. This pub is also famous for hosting many of Ireland’s literary greats including Patrick Kavanagh and W.B. Yates. Although the bar can be a tight squeeze on a busy Saturday night, Toners Yard is usually very comfortable.

5. The Hairy Lemon

Stephen Street Lower, D02 NV08

This famous Dublin pub was the chosen filming location for the 1991 award-winning film ‘The Commitments’. Completely unpretentious. The Hairy Lemon is adorned with wacky memorabilia from over the years and even has a suspended sitting room on the ceiling. As well as serving drinks, the Hairy Lemon has a fully stocked traditional Irish food menu including staples like coddle, cottage pie and stew.

6. Grogans

15 South William St,  D02 H336

Grogans pub is the perfect combination of traditional and contemporary. Serving craft beer, cocktails and all-important pint of Guinness, the walls at Grogans display sculptures and artwork by Irish and international artists making it a colourful location for some drinks. The pub is famous for its toasties made from Irish cheddar and deli-style ham. Guests of the pub range from local workers, lone paper readers, tourists and everyone in between.

7. Kehoe's

9 South Ann Street, D02 NY88

This award-winning traditional Irish pub is a hidden gem in the heart of Dublin’s city centre. Established in 1803, the decor at Kehoe’s remains true to its Victorian heritage. Visitors can step back in time and take a seat in one of the many snugs while enjoying a drink. Drop by on a Monday evening to catch a comedy show from one of Ireland’s budding comedians.

8. No Name

3 Fade Street, D02 XN77

Known by locals as ‘the bar with no name’, this city pub serves great pints and delicious cocktails from its multi-storey location. Their terrace is fitted with heated and a retractable cover making it suitable for all types of weather. Brunch is served on weekends and if you’re after a party there’s live DJs every Friday and Saturday from 10pm till late.

9. Brogan’s

75 Dame St, D02 DX00

Just outside Temple Bar, Brogan’s is home to the largest collection of Guinness memorabilia outside the brewery itself, Brogan’s bar is the place to grab a drink before or after a show in the Olympia Theatre next door or to watch the match. The Dublin team have been known to visit Brogans after big games in Croke Park and it’s no wonder as the pub is owned by the uncle of the famous players Alan and Bernard Brogan. Punters are sure of a warm welcome and a bit of craic at Brogan’s.

10. Walsh’s

6 Stoneybatter, Arran Quay, D07 A382

Winner of ‘Ireland’s Pub of the Year 2018’, Walsh’s is one of Dublin’s most loved pubs. Both snug and lowkey, you’ll find live entertainment most nights at the pub in the form of spoken word and trad music. Here, guests are treated to a free cheese board on Tuesday nights – it’s no wonder Walsh’s is Ireland’s favourite pub! Serving both traditional and craft beers, wines, and spirits, guests can get comfy in one of the pub’s snugs while they absorb that hip Stoneybatter atmosphere.

11.Brazen Head

Lower Bridge Street, Usher's Quay, D08 WC64

A taxi ride out of the city itself, the Brazen Head is famous for being the oldest pub in Ireland. There has been a public house on the site since 1198. The current building dates to the mid-eighteenth century, before the US declared independence. It is full of literary history too. Author of Gulliver’s Travels, Johnathan Swift referenced the establishment in his letters. It is also mentioned in James Joyce’s Ulysses.