At a first glance, the black exterior of this place may not look appealing. But as you step inside, you are sure to be surprised with what this popular venue has on offer. The Grand Social has four eclectic venues. There is The Parlour where one can quench your thirst with beer or The Ballroom that is pulsating with DJ nights and themed events. The breezy Garden hosts regular live gigs while the upstairs Loft allures visitors with its circus-themed decor and its wonderful line-up of burlesque acts, fashion shows, reading sessions and film screenings. Saturday is the most awaited as The Grand Social transforms into a weekly flea market selling fashionable clothes, furniture, accessories, books and more. All in all, there's never a dull moment at The Grand Social.
Pygmalion is a great amalgamation of a restaurant, bar, and nightclub. The trendy venue is located on South William Street, at the Powerscourt Townhouse Center. Open all week, from 12p onward, Pygmalion, or Pyg, as it is locally nicknamed, serves brunch, lunch, and dinner, and remains open long after that as well. Owing to its popularity, it fills up pretty soon, so be a little early to get good seats. Along with delicious food and some stellar drinks, Pyg also boasts of an awesome music line up, including international DJs. So, step in, eat, drink and make merry at this wonderful Temple Bar bar, you'd soon be coming back for more!
The Mercantile, a regular public house in Dublin, is what you can call an authentic Irish tavern. Located inside the Temple Bar hotel, The Mercantile, this place serves great pub grub and the waiting time to get in isn't very long. However; it gets quite crowded on weekends so having a reservation is much recommended. The Mercantile serves beers at affordable rates as compared to the competitors in the area. The place often hosts live music events and concerts, all in all, The Mercantile Bar has something for everyone.
One of Dublin's most stylish nightclubs, Krystle boasts an authentic ambiance which attracts a variety of party-goers. As a part of the well-known Russell Court Hotel, the music here is upbeat and groovy and the dance floor is packed to the hilt. Live percussion on select days, adds to the vibe of this place. With a long bar at the entrance and a heated beer garden on the rooftop, this vibrant nightclub is set to serve tasty libations to anyone looking to dance off the chill from outside.
Spread across five floors, Bad Bobs is one of the best Temple Bar places to party. Set in a converted Victorian house, each level is distinct to the other yet lively and happening. From live music to DJ beats, cocktail and whiskey bars, and a rooftop terrace, this is a spot surely rocks. Nosh on tasty food made from local ingredients and sip on delightful concoctions.
After a long day in the city, if you are looking for a place where you can unwind in the presence of good beers and great music, then The Workmans Club is one spot you must explore. This two-story bar has a performance area downstairs where talented bands, as well as soloist, entertain patrons till wee hours of the night. The room is intimate, dimly lit and the acoustics are near perfect; it has standing capacity only but if you wish to sit back and relax then you should head to their roof bar. Here you can have quiet conversations under a canopy of stars with potent drinks to keep you company.
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.