Bars in Dublin

From the vintage style paintings through to plush velvet seats and grand chandeliers, Farrier & Draper is one of Dublin's most eclectic bars. Take the time to explore all the floors, which include an atmospheric basement restaurant and sexy back bar. 

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, head over for flavour-filled dishes that include meatballs, fish stew and goat's cheese salads.

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.

Headed out for drinks in Dublin but looking to dose up on a bite to eat to boot? Then why not join Pacinos for a charming meal in the city as not only do they promise Italian food made with authenticity and flair, there's international wines and romantic interiors to boot. 

If you're after great craic and hand-crafted cocktails, get yourself down to Aungier Street where Bow Lane is bringing you all that and more. With plush booths, ambient lighting and super cool DJs on the decks well into the night, it's not hard to spend a good few hours here.

Blending the charm of London with the swagger of New York, Dandelion in an opulent venue that boasts a super swanky vibe. The restaurant puts on a mouthwatering menu of sumptuous cuisine, from steak to salads, and once the night begins to draw in, there's live DJs spinning hip-hop, R&B, funk and soul.

With super stylish decorand 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.

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.

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.

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.

Boasting 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 client, you'll be sure to impress whoever you've taken along with you.

Looking for a night of Iberian-inspired inebriation? Head to 777. This Mexican restaurant bar boasts top-quality tacos, burritos and guac alongside 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.

Since its renovation, 57 The Headline has become renowned for being of the friendliest bars in Dublin. With 24 taps dedicated to the best of Irish & International craft beer, an extensive range of top-quality Irish whiskeys and a menu of reasonably priced-cocktails, it's no wonder everyone here is happy.

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.

One of the most notorious basement bars in Dublin, The Liquor Rooms is a treat for any and all cocktail lovers in Ireland. From their mix of spaces and their eclectic cocktail menu down to their small plates selection, it's a romantic little spot.