Guidebook for Dublin
Food Scene
Third Space Smithfield
Perfect for a lunch time sandwich and hot cup of coffee.
Cinnamon Cafe
Coke LaneGreat coffee, food and snacks
Located in Smithfield square, this cafe/bar has great food and barista grade coffee with an attractive and quirky interior and a large terrace looking out onto Smithfield Square. 1 minute walk away.
68 locals recommend
Oscars Café Bar
6 SmithfieldLocated in Smithfield square, this cafe/bar has great food and barista grade coffee with an attractive and quirky interior and a large terrace looking out onto Smithfield Square. 1 minute walk away.
This bar and tapas restaurant has high ceilings and attractive interiors/exteriors and the industrial heritage vibe makes this spot very popular indeed.
87 locals recommend
Market Bar
14a Fade StThis bar and tapas restaurant has high ceilings and attractive interiors/exteriors and the industrial heritage vibe makes this spot very popular indeed.
Located just across the square from the apartment is the Generator hostel. Their burgers have made it on to the ‘Top Ten Burgers of Dublin” list on www.LovinDublin.com, delicious!
21 locals recommend
Generator Dublin
Arran QuayLocated just across the square from the apartment is the Generator hostel. Their burgers have made it on to the ‘Top Ten Burgers of Dublin” list on www.LovinDublin.com, delicious!
Neon has Asian style street food in a relaxed atmosphere. Food is served in boxes with chopsticks (cutlery available too!) and don’t forget to pour your own ice cream cone!
92 locals recommend
Neon Asian Street Food
17 Camden Street LowerNeon has Asian style street food in a relaxed atmosphere. Food is served in boxes with chopsticks (cutlery available too!) and don’t forget to pour your own ice cream cone!
Low hanging designer light bulb lamps and mismatched napkins give a young vibe to this international diner. Chicken is on the menu…any way you like!
43 locals recommend
CrackBird South William
William Street SouthLow hanging designer light bulb lamps and mismatched napkins give a young vibe to this international diner. Chicken is on the menu…any way you like!
Chapter One Restaurant
18-19 Parnell Square NMichelin Star Restaurant on Dublin’s north side.
Slow food inspired brasserie with varied French menu, ground floor grocer and basement wine bar.
175 locals recommend
Fallon & Byrne, Food Hall
11-17 Exchequer StSlow food inspired brasserie with varied French menu, ground floor grocer and basement wine bar.
The Greenhouse
21 Dawson StMichelin star restaurant in the heart of Dublin 2.
My Meat Wagon
Hip and modern barbeque eatery.
Drinks & Nightlife
Popular tourist destination also has a restaurant on site.
485 locals recommend
Jameson Distillery Bow St.
Bow StreetPopular tourist destination also has a restaurant on site.
Huey Morgan of the band 'Fun Lovin’ Criminals' fame is an investor and his rock n’ roll flair is certainly felt throughout the bar in both its decor and music. Expect a lively atmosphere on weekends.
107 locals recommend
Dice Bar
77 Sir John Rogerson's QuayHuey Morgan of the band 'Fun Lovin’ Criminals' fame is an investor and his rock n’ roll flair is certainly felt throughout the bar in both its decor and music. Expect a lively atmosphere on weekends.
Claims to be Ireland’s oldest pub originally dating back to 1198 with a charming old Irish pub interior and steeped in history and character.
283 locals recommend
The Brazen Head
20 Lower Bridge StClaims to be Ireland’s oldest pub originally dating back to 1198 with a charming old Irish pub interior and steeped in history and character.
Irelands first brew pub established in Temple Bar in 1996 brews its own beers on site. Stunning interiors incorporating brewing apparatus over multiple floors and with regular live music.
108 locals recommend
Porterhouse Temple Bar
16-18 Parliament StIrelands first brew pub established in Temple Bar in 1996 brews its own beers on site. Stunning interiors incorporating brewing apparatus over multiple floors and with regular live music.
This gastro pub is renowned for the food it serves and the craft beers and cocktails are well worth sampling. Very popular with locals and tourists alike!
66 locals recommend
The Bull & Castle
5-7 Lord Edward StThis gastro pub is renowned for the food it serves and the craft beers and cocktails are well worth sampling. Very popular with locals and tourists alike!
This renovated church in the centre of Dublin hosts a fantastic array of cocktails, drinks and food with a large beer garden to relax in on a sunny day! Check the website for whiskey tasting evenings.
146 locals recommend
The Church Café, Bar & Restaurant
Jervis StreetThis renovated church in the centre of Dublin hosts a fantastic array of cocktails, drinks and food with a large beer garden to relax in on a sunny day! Check the website for whiskey tasting evenings.
The Long Hall is a quintessential old Irish pub which oozes character and charm. The cosy atmosphere is a fantastic place to enjoy a pint of Guinness and catch up with family or friends.
119 locals recommend
The Long Hall
51 South Great George's StreetThe Long Hall is a quintessential old Irish pub which oozes character and charm. The cosy atmosphere is a fantastic place to enjoy a pint of Guinness and catch up with family or friends.
Similar to the Long Hall, The Palace Bar hasn't changed much in generations! It is a family run business in Temple Bar and serves Irish whiskey in the 'Whiskey Palace' section of the bar.
33 locals recommend
The Palace Bar
21 Fleet StSimilar to the Long Hall, The Palace Bar hasn't changed much in generations! It is a family run business in Temple Bar and serves Irish whiskey in the 'Whiskey Palace' section of the bar.
Grogans is a Dublin Institution and the pavements and insides of the pub are typically packed with people enjoying a pint of stout or cider. Although the pub itself is somewhat shabby!
150 locals recommend
Grogan's Castle Lounge
15 William St SGrogans is a Dublin Institution and the pavements and insides of the pub are typically packed with people enjoying a pint of stout or cider. Although the pub itself is somewhat shabby!
Fantastic pub in the heart of Dublin’s most famous shopping district. Contains 3 great bars inside the pub and boasts a great atmosphere with friendly staff and tasty food.
27 locals recommend
Bruxelles
8 Harry StFantastic pub in the heart of Dublin’s most famous shopping district. Contains 3 great bars inside the pub and boasts a great atmosphere with friendly staff and tasty food.
Great venue, usually providing lesser known musicians with a cosy stage to shine on. A wide variety of gigs available with standing room only and is Dublin’s best venue for intimate gigs.
209 locals recommend
Whelan's
25 Wexford StGreat venue, usually providing lesser known musicians with a cosy stage to shine on. A wide variety of gigs available with standing room only and is Dublin’s best venue for intimate gigs.
Koh serves authentic Asian and Thai food and can cater for large parties or small, intimate dining.
19 locals recommend
Koh Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge
6/7 Millennium WalkwayKoh serves authentic Asian and Thai food and can cater for large parties or small, intimate dining.
Often presenting offbeat gigs with a late night club set in an old style stage setup with booths arranged in front of the stage.
26 locals recommend
The Sugar Club
8 Leeson Street LowerOften presenting offbeat gigs with a late night club set in an old style stage setup with booths arranged in front of the stage.
SIN É
15 Ormond Quay UpperStays open late for a late night drink.
Sightseeing
Eden Quay station
Ireland's national street and includes the spire landmark!
Ha'penny Bridge
Bachelors WalkIreland's most famous bridge, located in the heart of the city.
If you’re visiting Dublin for the first time or want to immerse yourself in some culture, check out Temple Bar. But beware...prices for food and drinks around Temple Bar can be high!
290 locals recommend
Temple Bar Hotel
13-17 Fleet StIf you’re visiting Dublin for the first time or want to immerse yourself in some culture, check out Temple Bar. But beware...prices for food and drinks around Temple Bar can be high!
Consistently ranked as one of Dublin's top tourist destinations.
568 locals recommend
Kilmainham Gaol Museum
Inchicore RoadConsistently ranked as one of Dublin's top tourist destinations.
Christ Church Cathedral
Christchurch PlaceBeautiful and ancient cathedral.
Ireland's most popular tourist destination. In Sept 2015 won ‘Europe’s leading Tourist Attraction 2015’ at the World Travel Awards beating off competition such as The Eiffel Tower and The Colosseum.
289 locals recommend
Dublin
8 Grand Canal PlaceIreland's most popular tourist destination. In Sept 2015 won ‘Europe’s leading Tourist Attraction 2015’ at the World Travel Awards beating off competition such as The Eiffel Tower and The Colosseum.
Capel Street
Capel StreetPlenty of bars and restaurants on this old and charming street.
Ancient Cathedral which has rivaled Christ Church Cathedral for centuries
391 locals recommend
St Patrick's Cathedral
Saint Patrick's CloseAncient Cathedral which has rivaled Christ Church Cathedral for centuries
Impressive Law building to view along Dublin's quays on the way from the apartment to Temple Bar
12 locals recommend
Four Courts Luas Stop station
Impressive Law building to view along Dublin's quays on the way from the apartment to Temple Bar
Beautiful Howth head with a nice village and wonderful views of Dublin bay. Try a pint of Guinness and some seafood chowder with soda bread.
417 locals recommend
Howth
Beautiful Howth head with a nice village and wonderful views of Dublin bay. Try a pint of Guinness and some seafood chowder with soda bread.
Parks & Nature
Botanic Gardens, stop 151 station
Beautiful natural surroundings.
One of Europes largest walled parks with an 11km perimeter, look out for the herds of wild deer and the Irish Presidents house
1242 locals recommend
Phoenix Park
One of Europes largest walled parks with an 11km perimeter, look out for the herds of wild deer and the Irish Presidents house
St Stephens Green
Saint Stephen's GreenBeautiful garden park in the centre of South central Dublin
Arts & Culture
One of Ireland's most famous museums.
166 locals recommend
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History
Benburb StreetOne of Ireland's most famous museums.
Fantastic collections from throughout the ages located in Dublin Castle
161 locals recommend
Chester Beatty
Fantastic collections from throughout the ages located in Dublin Castle
Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA)
Military RoadPlenty on show for the modern art lover
Experience viking Ireland and learn about the key role Vikings played in the founding of Dublin through an immersive experience in Christ Church Cathedral.
148 locals recommend
Dublinia
Experience viking Ireland and learn about the key role Vikings played in the founding of Dublin through an immersive experience in Christ Church Cathedral.
Large and Wonderful museum of natural history, highly reccommended
177 locals recommend
National Museum of Ireland
Merrion Street UpperLarge and Wonderful museum of natural history, highly reccommended
Shopping
One of Ireland's 2 premier shopping districts with plenty of stores for whatever takes your fancy.
76 locals recommend
Grafton Street
Grafton StreetOne of Ireland's 2 premier shopping districts with plenty of stores for whatever takes your fancy.
One of Ireland's 2 premier shopping districts with plenty of stores for whatever takes your fancy.
239 locals recommend
Henry Street
2-4 Henry StOne of Ireland's 2 premier shopping districts with plenty of stores for whatever takes your fancy.
Stephen's Green Shopping Centre
Saint Stephen's GreenLarge shopping mall by Grafton street
Quirky small shopping arcade with surrounding streets dubbed Dublin's creative quarter with plenty of attractive shopping and hang out options
73 locals recommend
George's Street Arcade
George's Street ArcadeQuirky small shopping arcade with surrounding streets dubbed Dublin's creative quarter with plenty of attractive shopping and hang out options
Essentials
‘Fresh, The Good Food Market’ is one of the better small grocery stores in Dublin. There are freshly baked breads, a coffee counter, a delicatessen and most staple foods you may require.
66 locals recommend
Fresh
Smithfield‘Fresh, The Good Food Market’ is one of the better small grocery stores in Dublin. There are freshly baked breads, a coffee counter, a delicatessen and most staple foods you may require.
Located a 10 minute walk from the apartment on Jervis Street with good facilities for a city centre gym. A reasonable selection of classes is also available. Day passes are available for €10.
Ben Dunne Gyms
Jervis StreetLocated a 10 minute walk from the apartment on Jervis Street with good facilities for a city centre gym. A reasonable selection of classes is also available. Day passes are available for €10.