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You've probably heard that Guinness tastes better in Dublin (fresh from the factory), but what you may not know is that Dublin is a perfect destination for the whole family. No, we're not suggesting you let the kiddies drink a pint. Instead, take them to the Dublin Zoo, to feed the ducks in Stephen's Green or on a picnic in Phoenix Park. Scholars enjoy walking in the literary footsteps of such writers as Yeats and Joyce, while discerning shoppers have their pick of designer boutiques.
Restaurants in Dublin
1. Laughter Lines Dublin-Comedy Improv
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Every Wednesday in the Duke at 8.30Pm The players create quick witted sketches, scenes and songs from whatever suggestions are thrown at them by the audience to create a show that's fast, feelgood and always unpredictably funny. There's a referee on hand to steer the entertainment, call any fouls.
Reviewed By A1670FJdavec
You have to see this amazing bunch of comedians! You will have a smile on your face from start to finish. This group is so talented and will have your sides sore. The host may even give you a song ! It’s a brilliant night out or a great date night on a Wednesday in Dublin and the location at the duke is brilliant for those after work vinos ????
2. The Dame Tavern
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 100 reviews
Family run pub for over 40 years in Dublin. Prides itself on quality drinks, friendly service and great music.
Reviewed By dach_ren - Celbridge, Ireland
Can I please go ahead and give this place a 10/5? Love the owner and his son, great craic.. reminiscing over our good times last summer, can’t wait to visit when quarantine is over!! 10/5
3. The Comedy Shed Dublin
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 63 reviews
***FREE ADMISSION*** Live Stand Up Comedy at The Comedy Shed every Monday Night (Upstairs @ The Woolshed Baa & Grill, Parnell St Dublin 1) With Pints from €3.80, Jugs from €10 and delicious Pizzas at 1/2 Price Doors Open from 8:30pm, Show starts @ 9pm - 11pm Hosting only the Finest Comedians around In Ireland totally FREE ADMISSION thanks to our sponsor Foster's. Check in on our Facebook page for a chance to win a Woolshed Platter & Jug of Beer
Reviewed By Colbarr - Dublin, Ireland
First time here and first time Sinead was MC and what an amazing show, we had great craic with the The Comedy Shed. Definitely recommend it.
4. Mulligan's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 870 reviews
Atmospheric pub with great beer and lots of Irish good cheer. No Food.
Reviewed By Finerthings100 - Dublin, Ireland
Classic old style pub with one of the best ranges of Irish Whiskey in town! Service is consistently excellent.
5. The Temple Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,730 reviews
Cool and quirky pub, popular among artists and poets. Traditional LIVE Music sessions Daily. A must visit place to fully experience the best in Irish culture. A huge stock of Whiskey always available and one of the largest in the entire world.
Reviewed By WayneCoetsee - Polokwane, South Africa
We were not planning on visiting this pub but stopped in to use their bathrooms....then simply stayed. It was Christmas time. Wow! what a joyful and festive atmosphere! the live music was breathtaking and the crowds were friendly and full of joy, i will definitely be visiting again next time I am in Dublin. I loved it!
6. The Brazen Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,400 reviews
Dublin's oldest pub is still kicking: a fun, friendly bar with lots of atmosphere.
Reviewed By zimmys57 - Delavan, United States
We had a great lunch at the oldest pub in Dublin. It was very busy but the two of us managed to join a group of four visiting from Austria. Our order was taken promptly and the pints of Guiness arrived in minutes. As we finished our first pint and ordered a second one our food arrived. I can definitely say my Bangers and Mash was a delicious filling plate full of food. My friend equally enjoyed his Irish Stew.
7. O'Donoghues Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,007 reviews
O'Donoghue's is a historically significant drinking establishment. Built in 1789 as a grocery store, it began operating full time as a bar in 1934. The famous Irish folk group The Dubliners started here in the early 1960s and to this day there is live traditional Irish music 7 nights a week.
Reviewed By AussiesBallarat - Ballarat, Australia
O’Donoghue’s Pub was a historically significant drinking establishment located at 15 Merrion Row, Dublin 2, near St Stephen’s Green. Built in 1789 as a grocery store, it began operating full-time as a pub when purchased by the O’Donoghue family in 1934. This pub was closely associated with Irish traditional music and was where the popular Irish folk group, The Dubliners, began performing in the early 1960s. Today there was live Irish music being played while we sat and had a drink in an indoor area between the bar and the covered laneway. It was a memorable time late in the afternoon, and we even joined in the singing!
8. The Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 186 reviews
Reviewed By BusterMum - Leeds, United Kingdom
We went to The Palace to see a favourite musician as part of Tradfest 2020. We nearly walked past as it was so small and if not for Tradfest we would have probably not noticed the bar. The bar was so full of character and history, staff were friendly and welcoming. The back room where the musician was performing was amazing. The high glass ceiling was fabulous and the pictures all around the walls were fascinating. We had a great afternoon of brilliant music in such fantastic surroundings - it couldn’t get much better!! We will definitely be returning to The Palace next time we are in Dublin ( even if our favourite musician is not there) as it is such a great little place - thank you all.
9. Stag's Head Dublin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,171 reviews
You truly capture a sense of the hidden Ireland when you accidentally stumble upon The Stag’s Head. This is probably Dublin’s best preserved Victorian pub - and everything here is of authentic Victorian origin. Take time to look around and savour the sumptuously carved Victorian mahogany fittings, the mosaic marble tiled floors and granite tabletops. Visiting the Stag’s Head is a wondrous experience wether you call when the premises is cosy, warm and glowing at night time, or in early morning when this is old repository of liquid culture is radiantly illuminated by wafts of sunlight filtering through the stained glass windows. The mahogany bar, capped with red Connemara marble, follows the classic Victorian architectural pattern, being long and punctuated by exquisite partitions that divide into private compartments or stalls.
Reviewed By michelleW_26
They have two options here on Tuesdays, a Ukulele session on the top floor and a comedy session in the basement. I had never heard of these but had my first date with my partner at the Ukulele session and it was so much fun. People just arrive with their own ukuleles and play modern songs! It's a great atmosphere and very relaxed. I have been a few times now and introduced friends to it too. They also have a free comedy session running at the same time in the basement (The Comedy Crunch) which accepts donations after the show and they provide a free ice-cream (milky moo) too. I've only been to this twice but it's also good for a date or with friends, depends on the comedians but I found them hilarious. If you want something different in the heart of town during the week this is a great place to go. You can also just have a drink on the main floor in a typical Irish pub ;)
10. Taylors Three Rock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 656 reviews
Taylors Three Rock is a rambling farmhouse pub with the largest thatched roof in Ireland soaring to over 50 feet.The Panoramic view and rural setting of Taylor's Three Rock makes this one of the most idyllically set public houses in Dublin. It is home to Dublin's Irish Cabaret which is Irelands longest running cabaret with the legendary Noel V Ginnity along with West End Star Rob Vickers who returns to Ireland having just played Val Jean in Les Miserables. Award winning Irish dancers, superb musicians and delicious Irish traditional food.
Reviewed By allspice502016 - New Westminster, Canada
This is largest thatched roof pub in Ireland. The name Taylor’s Three Rock is derived from two sources; The Taylor Family Homestead and Three Rock Mountain. Taylors served a 3 course dinner with a snifter of Irish whiskey and Irish coffee to finish off the meal. They also put on a superb 2 hour action packed show with traditional Irish dancers, table top tap dancing, Dublin traditional Irish musicians, comedy; Rob Vickers, an Irish Tenor who has performed on London’s prestigious West End, Europe & North America, also in Les Miserable in London’s west End. A beautiful performance by Rebecca Murphy, a superb soprano & harpist singing “Hallelujah”, one of my favourites.
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