Happened to be in Dublin for a couple days for work, and a friend/colleague who used to spend a lot…read moreof time in the city brought me by this hidden gem of a whiskey bar! Tucked away behind the Tapped beer bar, The Dingle is a haven for anyone who might want a quiet, welcoming spot to chill out with a whiskey taster or cocktail (or two...or several) after the work day ends. The interior has a warm, comfortable feel to it, and the staff are welcoming and extremely knowledgeable about their inventory, so don't be shy asking them for recommendations. Thanks to a combination of covid and Google (wrongly) listing them as permanently closed, business has gone way down from where it used to be a couple years ago, but I can't emphasize enough that The Dingle is still very much alive, and I'd HIGHLY recommend dropping by during opening hours (which I think are just Thurs/Fri/Sat afternoons right now).

Pros: Cute and intimate…read moreLots of whiskey to taste The have whiskey flights. You can taste a few Irish whiskies in one sitting They also have wine Cons: They close at 11 We had the whiskey flight. They have different ones you can choose from at different price ranges. We shared the Irish single malt. It came with three to taste for 15€. The place is so cool looking. It's like walking into a barrel.

A cozy speakeasy hidden away beneath an unassuming Italian restaurant serving bespoke cocktails,…read moresmall plates, pastas and more. It's a pretty small place and it feels very hidden so making a reservation is probably a good idea. How it works: walk downstairs (look for the neon sign that says "sshhh!") and GENTLY press the pig head on your left at the bottom to open the secret door. Our server was a gem and helped us navigate the extensive craft cocktail menu-I LOVED THE "breakfast of champions " and my wife enjoyed the noonin which was a bit of a riff on a margarita. We started with the creamy burratta with grilled pears and bread-heavenly and so fresh. For mains I got the pasta with beef and onions(yum!), but the standout was the braised short ribs with creamy mashed potatoes-amazing! -and at €30 a fantastic value. In fact everything was very reasonably priced and cocktails were only €15 each. Out entire bill was just €120-at least 50% less than a comparable meal at a quality restaurant in the US. Highly recommended (shhh!)

It feels a bit weird writing a public review of a secret spot...but I can't gatekeep this spot!…read more The Blind Pig Speakeasy was one of our favorite spots while in Ireland, and it ranks high on our list for several reasons! They are situated in the base of a sister restaurant, so from the main entrance the only give away is the neon "shhh" sign that sits over the stairway. Once at the base of the stairs an unassuming bookcase/shelf appears. This honestly got us, as we had no clue this was the entrance at first. We wandered around and into the bathrooms expecting some cool bathroom stall entrance. It wasn't until someone came out from behind the bookcase that we figured it out! We did let the "door" close and played with the art on the wall, including the bronze pig head, which turned out to be the hidden lever! Legit already wowed before entering! Upon entry, you are legit transported into a small speakeasy with a few high tops, a cozy bar and a small dining room beyond the second archway. The walls are stone, the lighting is dim and moody, the woods are heavy, and the vibes are immaculate! We sampled a few house-made cocktails, got an appetizer and a few main dishes. Spent a total of close to 2 hours, which is standard and actually timed. Which makes sense and I like, it keeps things moving, on time and allows plenty of time to soak it all in! The Jolly Roger and Espresso Martini were my cocktails for the night. There was a clear theme with both, as stout and espresso were highlights in both. For the app, we went with the fritto misto, which is a combination of fried cheese and veggies. Our mains were both pasta dishes. They were light and simple, yet complex and robust. They were tasty and impressive! Service was stellar from entry to exit. The host's, bartenders and our server were all top notch, friendly, helpful and a joy to interact with! Oh, I do highly recommend reservations! They are a small and very in demand spot, so trying to walk-in is a bit risky. Overall, we absolutely loved our evening at The Blind Pig! It was one of our best times and meals on our trip around Ireland...memorable for all the right reasons!

I was hoping for an Irish pub experience and totally got it from The Stag's Head. Even the name…read morefulfilled expectations! The decor is exactly what I imagined, complete with stained glass and a real stag's head. Ordered the fish and chips, which were crisp on the outside with a flavorful batter, and tender fish on the inside. It also came with a nice little pea salad, with mushy peas and whole peas together with the greens. I definitely need to make this! Also got the Irish Cottage Pie and it was very tasty - rich in flavor but lighter than I expected, in a good way. Shared a pint of Guiness (just missed splitting the G - lol) and finished with an Irish coffee, which hit the spot. This is definitely a great place to go for a quiet pint or for a fun night of food and friends.

Great Irish pub! Lots of character and friendly servers…read more Come here if you want to good Irish pub experience. Recommended by a local and some college students - so you know it's good. We got their fish & chips and Irish Cottage Pie. Both were very good and filling. Fish was nicely breaded and fried. Good flavor in their batter. Cottage pie was full of flavor but not overly rich. Great atmosphere and food/drinks. Lots of pubs to choose from in Dublin - Stag's Head is worthy of a visit.

Best pint of Guinness I had through my whole stay. Bar team is super nice. We were lucky to sit in…read morethe snug and had a great experience

Welcoming and warm place, with an outstanding collection of whisky. We did not have food here.read more

Let me start off by saying that Morgan and I had zero interest in going to Temple Bar. Its always…read morebusy, its super touristy, and that wasn't what we were interested in for our vacation. However. We found ourselves with a LOT of time to kill, and we were less than a block from Temple Bar, so we said, "what the heck. Let's just go so we can say that we were here." Well, we never made it. On our way, we saw a small sign that said, "Whiskey room", and we both were pulled by magnetic forces into the small room. When I tell you that the 2ish hours we spent here were some of the best memories of our trip, I am not exaggerating. The bartender Dillon (Dylan?) was amazing. He knew his stuff and recommended some wonderful whiskeys that we had never tried before. Our favorite was Dunville's. (Thanks a lot, Dillon/Dylan, we can't find it in the states!!!! lol) Also, he poured the first Guinness of our trip, and it was 10/10 the best Guinness I've ever had in my life. (After drinking LOTS of them over the month we spent in Ireland, it's still the best pint I had.) The bar/room is very small, and there were only 5 or 6 seats around the bar. It was cozy, quiet (until the small group that had assembled there bust out into a rendition of "Tom's Diner"), and exactly what we were looking for. My recommendation is to skip Temple Bar, and make your way into this gem. It was absolutely amazing.

Great place! Came here hoping to get into Temple Bar and found this place next door! Much better…read moreand lot less crowded! The amount of whiskey they have here is amazing and the mixtures they have. Amazing tasting and the Irish coffee is made to perfection! The service was impeccable! The bartender was friendly and knew his stuff, gave great advice on what to drink and the history of the place! The ambiance was very quiet, as not many people showed up to this small location next to Temple Bar. Much nicer and quieter! Coming back whenever I want to go to Temple Bar without any hassle!

And down below, in the basement of the former Stephen's Green Hibernian Club, built in 1756, where…read moremost of the interior is historically protected, is where the alchemical magic happens. A team passionate & dedicated about creating delectable flavor profiles that are unforgettable The space is luxuriously moody, openly intimate & comforting chic as it presents itself successfully on so many various levels. The cocktails, think art in a glass. Many pre-batched for flavor profile consistency with their syrups made in-house. I will yearn for their Mirage 9Below- their riff on an Old Fashioned-probably forever. And their terrific staff! Real standouts in the industry. A special shout out to one of their masters behind the bar, Connor; easily the best barman in Dublin...maybe the world.

Stunning 5/5! We…read morefirst arrived at 9 Below on a Sunday evening with no reservation. The kind host let us know right away that without a reservation, we were out of luck. The entire joint was booked out, including the bar seats. Disappointed, we left & found another cocktail bar within walking distance. Out of curiosity, we checked out the 9 Below Open Table, & saw that there was availability in just over an hour. We decided to book 2 spots & wait it out. When we returned, the host remembered us & remembered that we prefer to sit at the bar. They showed us to our reserved spots - at the bar! We first admired the interior. Underground! Somehow low-lit, archaic, well-lit, & modern, all at the same time. Lively but not noisy pop music was playing - Dua Lipa, etc. The actual physical menu was so cool. It was a beautifully designed picture-book inspired menu, with each cocktail having its own separate & artful page. I'm looking back on the menu & I think the drink I ordered was "Fight Club" (Don Julio Blanco, mango, Falernum, camomile, lemon, & sugar) & it was phenomenal. The bartender scorched a hot pepper & carefully placed it on top, which MADE the drink. He also made my partner a Paper Plane with Scotch. Delicious. Speaking of the bartender, he was a real champion. Such a nice guy with a bit of flair to his style of bartending. We really enjoyed chit chatting with him. It also seemed like the staff really vibed with each other & everyone was having a good time. Great atmosphere. The next time we're back in Dublin we will definitely be back to 9 Below Bar.

One of the best bars in Dublin! A must go to! The people are great and great vibe Service is…read moreexcellent.

Love this bar, so spacious but yet cozy and with sidewalk sitting area. The inside is just rich of…read morehistory and with the wooden bar and dividers and the craftsmanship, just simply wow. Great hospitality and friendly service, they do make you feel at ease and the vibe is just unbelievably beautiful. They do have life music in the evenings. I just love it here.

Had such a good time. The tour felt quick but also full of information. The staff that lead the…read moretour was nice and knowledgeable. It is warm so maybe have a removable jacket. But it's a very cute Anna the bar area is super laid back. A very fun tour. I booked through go city and this was the samplings allowed hut u can pay to add to it.

Came by for a tour at Teeling and had Rebecca as our tour guide. She was very knowledgeable of…read morehistory of the distillery and whiskey in general. She had good interpersonal skills and spent time to give us recommendations of sights to see in Dublin. I would recommend Teeling Whiskey Distillery tour to travelers in Dublin.

The "secret" bar won't be a secret for long. Vinyl playing classic blues? Check. Cosy, intimate bar…read morewith bags of character? Check. Craft beers? Check. Oh, and a cracking selection of whiskeys with an on-the-ball barman running the show, plus a cool neon sign? Check, check, and check again!

Big fan. I love the…read morecombination of old and new, neon and Victorianesque dark, aged wood. It's gorgeous. Like really cosy and oldy-worldly but also funky. The perfect combo one might say. They have a 14yr old single malt whiskey which is unreal, I wish I could remember the name! Bar staff are friendly and easy going and above all, informative, which is key. Definitely recommended. Top tip: they also have their own brand of whiskey which you need to try!

Very busy, friendly and bustling pub in the center of Dublin. Outdoor tables accommodate the…read moreoverspill from the cosy interior. Beautiful old pub with interesting decorations.

Such a cute moody spot for a pint and dinner! They had everything from traditional Irish food to…read moresalads! I got a Caesar and it was what my body needed after a week of greasy fried food! As the evening went on a band came out and it just added to the atmosphere! Our server was one of the best we had on the entire trip! She was so friendly and gave great wrecks of things to do around the city! Highly recommend!