Formerly known as public houses, pubs are an integral part of life in Dublin. There are close to 1,000 pubs in the city, ranging from cocktail bars to upscale supper pubs. If you’re looking for a more traditional experience, check out these five historic watering holes.
Palace Bar
This Victorian pub is located in the Temple Bar district of Dublin. It became famous during the mid 19th century for gaining the patronage of city intellectuals and hosting series of literary gatherings, headed by Robert Smyllie, then editor of the Irish Times.
The Stag’s Head
Established in 1780, The Stag’s Head is a beautiful pub that draws a mixture of college students and white-collar professionals, and is even rumored to have refused Quentin Tarantino for asking, “Do you know who I am?” It was refurbished in 1895, and retained its ornate design. The Stag’s Head is particularly famous for its superb pub fare, so be sure to order a plate of bangers and mash.
The Long Hall
With its iconic red-and-white exterior, The Long Hall retained its old world charm as its surroundings were reconstructed and modernized. The pub has a quirky personality, decorated with lanterns, muskets and an antique clock dividing the bar and lounge. Historically, it was popular with artists and playwrights, though if you come in on a busy weekend you’re going to see a diverse crowd. Over the years it has become famous for serving celebrities — Bruce Springsteen has made numerous visits over the years.
Mulligan’s
Unlike The Long Hall, located on the social George Street, Mulligan’s is more of a working-class establishment. With no menu and a strict no cell phone policy, this pub is dedicated to good drink and conversation. It was frequented by members of Theatre Royal across the street, in addition to being the favorite watering hole of James Joyce, who mentioned the place in his short story, Counterparts.
The Brazen Head
This establishment is said to be the oldest pub in Ireland, founded in 1198 as a coach house. Local legend has it Robin Hood would drink here. While this might not be true, it was a favorite of Jonathan Swift of Gulliver’s Travels and James Joyce name drops the place in Ulysses. Irish revolutionaries like Robert Emmet, Wolfe Tone and Daniel O’Connell used to frequent the place, though today it is more known for its daily live music. Over the years, the stage has seen the likes of The Dubliners, Van Morrison and Paolo Nutini.
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