BrewDog Outpost Dublin
Flaunting a beautiful outdoor space, shuffleboard and 32 taps of craft beer, BrewDog Outpost Dublin is one of our favourite watering holes on our list. And if you get peckish, get stuck into burgers and wood-fired pizzas.
Claiming the impressive accolades of being both the birthplace of the world's favourite stout (Guinness) and the world's number one Irish whiskey (Jameson) - Dublin does boozin' proper... and not just in the distilleries. Although making up just a microscopic sliver of the continent, the Irish capital boasts some of the sexiest, booziest and most atmospheric bars in Europe. And fortunately for you, you've stumbled across a pot of gold: here's our guide to the best bars in Dublin.
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Last updated on 29th January 2024
Flaunting a beautiful outdoor space, shuffleboard and 32 taps of craft beer, BrewDog Outpost Dublin is one of our favourite watering holes on our list. And if you get peckish, get stuck into burgers and wood-fired pizzas.
Found just shy of Trinity College, Café en Seine is a quirky bar in Dublin that has to be seen to be believed. From its gilded ceilings and its greenery down to its lanterns and hidden spots, hunker down for cocktails and gastro inspired plates.
From the vintage-style paintings through to plush velvet seats and grand chandeliers, Farrier & Draper is one of Dublin's most beautiful bars. Take some time to explore all the floors, which include an atmospheric basement restaurant and sexy back bar.
Make like a fed-dodgin' prohibition bootlegger and sniff out this super-secret speakeasy on Clarendon Street. Step inside a candlelit lair for mind-blowing creations which will undoubtedly tantalise the taste buds, imploring you to work your way through the entire list on offer.
A former Victorian warehouse and fish market has been transformed into one of Dublin's buzziest spots. The Market Bar is a popular Fade Street space, so head over for flavour-filled dishes that include meatballs, fish stew and goat's cheese salads.
Headed out for drinks in Dublin but looking to dose up on a bite to eat too? Then why not join Pacinos for a charming meal, as not only do they promise Italian food made with authenticity and flair, but also there's international wines and intimate interiors.
Disndat is a quirky city centre bar hosting live music every single evening. The wooden interiors and kooky decor create the feel of a traditional Irish pub, with sport on in the day and great tunes by night, promising refreshing pints, cocktails and tasty toasties to boot.
For a traditional feel to your bar, The Rag Trader is a boozer that has your back with vintage furnishings, fireplaces and wallpapered or wood panelled walls. But that's not all, as there's over 100 different kind of whiskey stocked here, as well as craft beer, stout and cocktails in store.
One of the most notorious hybrid bars in Dublin, Opium is so much more than just a party bar. Home to deluxe Asian cocktails that whip up quite the storm, head on down for the best in drinks alongside a selection of delicious Asian plates.
The Sin Bin is re-inventing your idea of the quintessential sport bar serving expertly-crafted cocktails, whiskies and award-winning gin alongside a menu of gastropub dishes. Kick back in one of their plush leather seats and you can catch all the latest fixtures in pure luxury.
Boasting five floors for eating, drinking and dancing, Bad Bobs is the go-to spot for every type of nightlife escapade in Dublin. Not only one of the biggest venues for a night out in the Irish capital, but it's also one of the cheapest cocktail bars around - with a selection starting at just €6.
With fine cocktails, regal interiors and an air of darling debauchery, the Vintage Cocktail Club is a chic spot. Whether you're here for some late night tipples with a date or you're tied into evening meal with a client, you'll be sure to impress whoever you've taken along with you.
Craving a pint of Guinness? Go to the mothership and indulge your inner tourist a little, with customised pints with your face on, an insider-look at how the beer is made and a sky-high bar overlooking the whole of Dublin. It really is one of the city's quirkiest bar experiences.
Looking for a night of Iberian-inspired inebriation? Head to 777. This Mexican restaurant bar touts top-quality tacos, burritos and some of the best cocktails in central Dublin. Famed for their selection of 100% blue agave tequilas, you better make sure you're ready for some heavy hitting shooters.
With super stylish decor and vintage finishes, The Mint Bar oozes class. Embark on a refined drinking escapade with signature cocktails and aged spirits. But The Mint Bar isn't just adept in the art of Alchemy, they also plate up some gorgeous gourmet grub too.
Adopting a kind of no-frills-attached attitude, Piglet is a wonderful treasure trove of organic wine and rare finds. Created out of love, this quirky wine bar in Dublin pairs its brilliant bottles with an ever-changing menu of mouthwatering sharing boards, perfect for date nights.
Hailing itself as the city's oldest wine bar, La Cave is a quirky hideaway of colourful interiors and even more vibrant wines from across the globe. That's not all though, as this place pairs its wine with seasonal French-inspired cuisine, giving it's guests an all-round experience.
Bobbys is a pretty-in-pink wine bar with a chilled-out, modern vibe. Offering an ever-rotating selection of rose, white and red wines from independent producers across the world, it's got both style and substance... plus there's an impressive menu of charcuterie to pair.
From perfectly-executed classics like the old-fashioned to more modern mixes like the Tangle Twister, Pygmalion is more than just a party spot. Of course, with some of the biggest international DJs on the bill, you can't go wrong with a night out here.