The Best Local Bars in Dublin

Explore the vibrant bar scene in Dublin. From cozy cafes to trendy bars, our Spotters have discovered the best local bars to enjoy great conversations and even better drinks. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of The Dog House & Blue’s Tea Rooms or sip crafted beers at the Black Sheep. Discover these and many more local gems for a memorable night out in the city!

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The Black Sheep

Craft beers and more!

"The Black Sheep" in Dublin is a perfect location to visit after the cinema nearby. I love their main Irish craft beers... Try the cherry one!

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Alina

Ecke

Apr 26, 2025

Blackbird

Craft beers by candlelight

"Blackbird" in Dublin is a dimly lit, dive bar delight. Whenever I'm in the area, I always try to stop here for a drink - it's always 5 o'clock somewhere!

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Andreea Nagy Deac

Apr 24, 2025

Kalabasa Market

Multi-cultural food experience

"Kalabasa Market" in Dublin just has it all: it's a restaurant, a market for exotic stuff, a cocktail bar... it even offers live music experiences!

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Music

Shopping

Snacks

Daiana

Andreea Nagy Deac

Apr 15, 2025

Knead Pizza & Bottle Shop

Craft beer & #zass

"Knead Pizza & Bottle Shop" in Dublin is a super cool pizza/beer place. Delicious pizza, effortless & cozy vibe, a wide selection of craft beers...

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Daiana

Andreea Nagy Deac

Apr 13, 2025

Pipers Corner

Old-school Irish music

"Pipers Corner" in Dublin was opened because the owner, Seán Potts, an uilleann piper, was tired of how commercial the Temple Bar area had become...

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Music

Ginger

Greenidge

Apr 9, 2025

Fibber Magees

Careful now, it’s rocking great!

"Fibber Magees" in Dublin is a truly non-touristic place, a true rock bar that has been around for more than 30 years - and closes after most other pubs!

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Ginger

Greenidge

Apr 7, 2025

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The Best Local Bars in Dublin

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Bars

Daiana

Sarah

You?

Rose

Ginger

Kevin

Alina

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Daiana

Sarah

You?

Rose

Ginger

Kevin

Alina

The Black Sheep

Craft beers and more!

Alina

Ecke

Blackbird

Craft beers by candlelight

Daiana

Andreea Nagy Deac

Kalabasa Market

Multi-cultural food experience

Daiana

Andreea Nagy Deac

Knead Pizza & Bottle Shop

Craft beer & #zass

Daiana

Andreea Nagy Deac

Pipers Corner

Old-school Irish music

Ginger

Greenidge

Fibber Magees

Careful now, it’s rocking great!

Ginger

Greenidge

Heading to Bars?

... for just €9.99

Going to Bars?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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