Enjoy a breath of fresh air when visiting the stag’s Head, just a stone throw from the buzz of Grafton St. Here you will cross into a landmark with enough History it could occupy a library. Finding us is akin to discovering a rare treasure as it is conceled through a narrow passageway off Dame Street, although access can also be gained through Exchequer Street or Georges street. This is probably Dublins best preserved Victorian pub - and everything here is of authentic Victorian origin.

Though a tavern has existed on this site since the 1780’s, this premises first attained great fame in the 1830’s as “John Bull’s Albion Hotel and Tavern”. This was one of the most sought after premises of the age in close proximity to ‘Dublin’s Theatreland’ and the fashionable stores of Dame Street and College Green. A popular music hall business was developed on the site, a trend continued by proprietors Alica and Henry Murpy during the 1840’s. William Wormington Succeeded them here in the 1860’s and James Kennedy took the reins in the 1880’s.

 

 

 

  

The Grand Central is a former bank and one of only three bars on Dublin’s main street. Renovated to classic proportions, The Grand Central features four central columns set around a central dome of beautifully restored 1920 architecture.

 

The landmark premise was chosen from hundreds of bars to claim the top prize 'Ireland’s bar of the year' at the Oscars of the bar industry by the Licensing World Bar Awards 2009.

The Grand Central was named a ‘vibrant bar that has become the leading pub destination on O’Connell Street’, by Nigel Tynan who hailed the ‘pivotal role The Grand Central has played in re-invigorating Dublin’s main thoroughfare and finding mass appeal with both tourists and local Dublin clientele.’

 

This is a landmark public house and restaurant famed for its traditional hospitality and award winning food and service. With food served from 9am to 11pm everyday this is the original travelers rest for those traveling southbound from Dublin. Unique property with many historic features and artifacts on show throughout with original pieces from Irish sporting history to American memorabilia on display.

 

An Poitin Stil is a must stop for all travelers who have the opportunity to do so to eat drink and be merry.

 

The Laurels is situated in the heart of Clondalkin village and is a distinguished suburban premise renowned for excellent food and drink. The character and atmosphere of the laurels decidedly old world, traditional and relaxing.