Best Gastro Pubs in Dublin

Serving everything from expertly-made cocktails to quality beers and contemporary Irish small plates, Bow Lane is a versatile choice. Expect brunch, dinner and a free-flowing supper club that promises crab tostadas, baked Cooleeney camembert and striploin steak with confit onion.

From creamy seafood chowder to dry-aged beef burgers and an indulgent banana parfait with Bailey's ganache, Napper Tandy's has it all. Head to Merrion Row for some of the best gastro grub, all washed down with real ales and proper beers.

The Exchequer has dubbed itself as Dublin's very first  'gastrobar', combining the feel of gastropub and the drinks of cocktails bar. Meals here consist of pork crubeens, beetroot-cured seatrout or the classic  Exchequer burger, with seasonal Sunday roasts every weekend.

A multi-level spot on Dawson Street, Peruke & Periwig is home to a variety of quirky spaces. Not only will you find a charming bar, but there's even a pub which serves up a modern Irish menu. Don't miss the reimagined cocktails either.

It's all about the taste as this charming boozer. From fresh Irish produce to house-made crisps, The Legal Eagle has it all thought through. Head here for loaded Irish potato flatbreads and over 20 craft beers on tap, plus a simple cocktail menu.

Whether you're a tourist or long-time Dublin dweller, a visit to this iconic pub is always on the cards. From the eye-catching exterior to the energetic atmosphere, The Temple Bar is a real gem. Think whiskey and oysters with beers and sandwiches.

Make your way to Dame Court where this historical watering hole is serving over 147 of the finest whiskies and pints this side of Dublin. Expect traditional interiors, cosy little snugs and plush seating alongside lashings of Guinness.

While they may not technically be a pub as such, The Sin Bin are serving up some mouthwatering gastro grub in their slick surroundings. Pair each dish with an expertly-mixed cocktail and the latest sporting fixture, and you've experience this top Dublin bar at its very finest. 

Located just off Grafton Street, Porterhouse Central - as it's known - has one of the longest bars in the city. Tuck into a selection of classic pub grub accompanied by bottled beers and draught ales before settling in for the nightly entertainment.