11 Famous Dublin Pubs and the Stories Behind Them
Dublin pubs are more than places to stop for a drink. They are meeting rooms, music venues, neighbourhood landmarks and keepers of countless stories. From polished Victorian interiors to intimate snugs and lively traditional-music sessions, each one has a character all its own.
Whether you are remembering a favourite corner of the city, planning a future visit or looking for a meaningful piece of Irish wall art, these eleven Dublin pubs offer a colourful journey through the capital.
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Dublin Pubs Print: the collection in one artwork
If choosing just one pub feels impossible, the Dublin Pubs Print is a natural starting point. It celebrates the variety of the city's pub façades in a single piece and makes a thoughtful reminder of nights out, family connections and favourite Dublin memories.
1. Grogan's Castle Lounge
On South William Street, Grogan's is loved for its wonderfully unfussy atmosphere. It is a place for conversation, people-watching and the famous toasted sandwich, with a long-standing connection to Dublin's artistic and literary life.
The colourful Grogan's frontage makes this Grogan's Pub Print an instantly recognisable piece of Dublin wall art.
2. The Long Hall
The Long Hall on South Great George's Street is one of Dublin's most distinctive traditional pubs. Its ornate Victorian character, dark wood and red-and-gold exterior give it an atmosphere that feels both grand and welcoming.
Our Long Hall Pub Print captures the memorable façade of this much-loved city landmark.
3. Kehoe's
Tucked just off Grafton Street on South Anne Street, Kehoe's is known for its compact rooms, old-fashioned snug spaces and traditional Dublin atmosphere. It is an easy place to step into after an afternoon in the city centre and difficult to forget once you have been there.
The Kehoe's Pub Print is a warm reminder of one of Dublin's best-known pub doorways.
4. Toners
Toners on Baggot Street combines the charm of a traditional front bar and snug with the energy of a popular Dublin meeting place. Its handsome exterior and familiar hanging clock have made it an enduring part of the streetscape.
Celebrate that character at home with the Toners Pub Print.
5. O'Donoghue's
O'Donoghue's on Merrion Row is inseparable from Dublin's traditional-music story. The pub is closely associated with The Dubliners and remains a favourite for visitors hoping to experience the sound and sociability of a classic Irish music pub.
The O'Donoghue's Pub Print makes a fitting gift for music lovers and anyone with fond memories of Dublin.
6. Mulligan's of Poolbeg Street
Mulligan's on Poolbeg Street has the quiet confidence of a pub that does not need to chase trends. Its traditional interior, central location and reputation for conversation have made it a favourite across generations.
Our Mulligans Pub Print celebrates its distinctive red frontage and old-Dublin personality.
7. The Celt
Close to Connolly Station on Talbot Street, The Celt is known for its lively welcome and strong connection to traditional Irish music. It offers a spirited introduction to Dublin pub culture for visitors arriving in the heart of the city.
The richly coloured Celt Pub Print brings that welcoming character to your wall.
8. The Brazen Head
Near the River Liffey on Lower Bridge Street, The Brazen Head is one of Dublin's best-known historic pubs. Its stone courtyard, low ceilings and story-filled setting make it a memorable stop for anyone exploring the older streets of the city.
The Brazen Head Pub Print captures the welcoming exterior of this celebrated landmark.
9. The Cobblestone
The Cobblestone in Smithfield is treasured for traditional music and its strong sense of community. Musicians and listeners gather here for sessions that feel rooted in living culture rather than staged for an audience.
For traditional-music fans, the Cobblestone Print is a particularly meaningful piece of Dublin art.
10. John Kavanagh's, The Gravediggers
Beside Glasnevin Cemetery, John Kavanagh's has been known affectionately as The Gravediggers for generations. Its traditional character, simple hospitality and unusual location have made it one of Dublin's most atmospheric neighbourhood pubs.
The Gravediggers Pub Print celebrates a north Dublin institution with a story unlike any other.
11. The Cat and Cage
The Cat and Cage in Drumcondra represents another side of Dublin pub life: the much-loved neighbourhood local. Set among the busy streets of north Dublin, it has long been a familiar meeting point for residents and visitors heading through the area.
The Cat and Cage Pub Print is a colourful tribute to this distinctive local landmark.
Bring the character of Dublin home
A Dublin pub can hold memories of music, conversation, reunions, match days and nights that stretched a little longer than planned. That is what makes pub art such a personal gift: it can represent a favourite place, a connection to home or a special journey through Ireland.
Choose the pub that means the most to you, or see them together in the Dublin Pubs Print. You can also browse the complete Irish Pub Prints collection for more colourful pieces inspired by Ireland's best-loved pubs.