Spread out over three levels, Trinity Bar Venue is a lively local bar and gastro-pub popular with a largely younger crowd of professionals. The bar is a nice place to relax with friends in a fun, casual environment while checking out the latest in Dublin's live music scene, or just relax with a beer and watch a game on one of their large screens. With plenty of theme nights and events, the bar is usually crowded with locals and tourists alike. The bar features a nice selection of on-tap as well as bottled beers, and their special cocktails are quite popular as well. Open from 7.30am everyday; it's a nice place for hearty breakfast post a late-night of partying.
This long-established city-center pub hosts three separate comedy-themed nights during weeknights. On Monday, the venue plays host to the Comedy Improv, a show in the Who's Line Is It Anyway mould, while Wednesdays and Fridays feature more conventional stand-up routines. The Comedy Cellar is the longest-running club of its kind in the city, and the small capacity of the International ensures an intimate, and often hilarious, night out. Check website for details and timings.
This relatively new venue in the city centre is filling a gap in Dublin's nightlife by hosting some of the best in indie rock, jazz, funk, ska, blues and latin with a choice of regular DJ's, plus comedy and world cinema. With theatre like seating, everyone has the best spot in the house for viewing and mingling pleasures. Enjoy refreshment from a reasonably priced cocktail and wine list while you soak up the pleasure of live quality jazz. Wednesday nights combine salsa lessons with a club. Be there by 10p to get a seat in the plushly designed auditorium.
McGowan's is a great place to go for a no-nonsense, fun night. You're likely to meet someone from every part of Ireland. The pub seems to be somewhat of a home away from home for lonely students and younger workers. The pub's sheer size means that there are many areas to mingle or sit, and a huge dance floor upstairs means that you won't feel cramped despite the large crowd. The dress code is relaxed. Entry is free before 11p but you need to shell out IEP3 after.
Those-in-the-know refer to this bar as the Dame Lane, which also happens to be the perfect place to spot the bold and the beautiful. This upstart hangout is a regular celeb haunt. The smaller upstairs lounge is always crowded. Most nights are hot and happening, so make sure you are in top gear to party the night away.
Dtwo is a massive facility that takes care of your entertainment, drinking as well as dining needs. Home to a stunning sports bar, a beautiful beer garden, a nightclub, and the Backyard BBQ restaurant, Dtwo is a haunt for locals as well as tourists. If you are waiting for a good game to start then Dtwo's sports bar is where you can catch the action on their 6 meters (20 feet) screen. The club on site is a perfect place for youngsters who like to party late into the night. Dtwo's beer garden is one of the place's unique offerings, this verdant zone can accommodate up to 500 patrons. For those who enjoy meaty dishes, a meal at Backyard BBQ comes most recommended when in Dtwo.
Located a little out from the city centre, on Aungier Street, The Swan is an authentic Dublin bar with a long, glorious history. Its comfortable and traditional interior draws a relaxed crowd of locals and pub food is served all day. The Swan is hardly worth making a special visit for, but if in you're in the area, drop in by all means, you will feel welcome and at home right away. The cheap drinks, cheap food and a relaxed ambiance at The Swan pulls in many locals after work.
Experience the nightlife of the city by heading to the nightclub known as District 8. This place is where music enthusiasts meet their muse. A number of world-renowned DJ's are always on the scene enthralling the crowd with some latest house and electronic music. The disco light and artificial fog add an extra appeal to the ambience lifting the spirits of many.
This long-established city-center pub hosts three separate comedy-themed nights during weeknights. On Monday, the venue plays host to the Comedy Improv, a show in the Who's Line Is It Anyway mould, while Wednesdays and Fridays feature more conventional stand-up routines. The Comedy Cellar is the longest-running club of its kind in the city, and the small capacity of the International ensures an intimate, and often hilarious, night out. Check website for details and timings.
Situated by the Quay, the Merchant's Arch Bar and Restaurant is an Irish restaurant that welcomes one and all. It offers great views of the adjoining harbor, Liffey and Ha Penny bridge. Diners can enjoy traditional Irish food, it also has special menu designed for your little ones. This dining establishment also doubles up as a dinner theater, and entertaining shows and gigs are hosted here. Currently, Merchant's Arch is playing home to the Irish House Party Show, a popular dinner show. Apart from that, this 100-seater restaurant can also be hired for private events and celebrations including wedding receptions, parties and so forth. For more details, check the website or call ahead.