12 Pubs of Christmas in Dublin
Christmas in Ireland is one of the most popular times for people to catch up with old friends over a few drinks. While many of us enjoy a quiet drink in the same bar, in more recent years the '12 pubs of Christmas' has become somewhat of a Christmas staple for larger friend groups. Fortunately, Dublin has a multitude of fantastic pubs where you can kickstart the festive season whatever your needs may be. We have compiled a list of some of the best pubs in Dublin City Centre to visit for a Christmas drink.
Temple Bar
Location: 47- 48 Temple Bar, Dublin 2
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The Temple Bar Pub is not only one of Dublin's most recognisable establishments, it is also one of the most popular locations in Dublin for tourists and natives alike. Perfectly situated away from most of the main areas in Dublin city centre, The Temple Bar is a must visit if you're in Dublin during everyone's favourite time of year. During Christmas, you'll even find a big christmas tree hanging on the corner of the building!
The Hairy LemonLocation: Stephen Street Lower, Dublin 2
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The Hairy Lemon is one of the trendiest pubs in Dublin. Its 19th-century building is a breathe of fresh air from most 'ordinary' exterior and interiors. Upon visiting, you'll notice a seating area floating in mid-air, painted with years of mementos. The Hairy Lemon Pub is also home to the blockbuster film "The Commitments." Many sequences were shot at the pub's snug and bar counter.
Doyle’s LoungeLocation: 9 College St, Dublin 2, D02 WN62
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Christmas and cozy pubs go hand in hand, and Doyles Lounge is one of the cosiest. A melting pot that's quite often frequented by trendy groups and students, it's a fantastic bar to visit for groups and not overly noisy even when it's at full capacity! Doyle's is a must-visit location before making your way deeper into Dublin's 'Temple bar' area.
The Greenroom BarLocation: N Wall Ave, North Dock, Dublin
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The contemporary pub has a spacious heated beer garden and excellent service. Located in the heart of Dublin's Docklands, The Greenroom Bar is the ideal location for some of the city's best cuisine and beverages. For more entertainment they have all Sky Sports channels, a professional pool table and private event facilities. The perfect spot for any Christmas night.
Grogan'sLocation: 15 William St S, Dublin 2
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Grogan’s Pub is located in the centre of Dublin City, near Grafton Street and the Georges Street Arcade. One of the few remaining bars where your discussion does not have to compete with a large screen TV or radio. The pub's renowned toasties, made with Irish cheddar cheese and traditional deli ham, are offered day and night. Grogan’s is ideal for meeting up with friends or even relaxing alone with a newspaper.
Riot BarLocation: 4 Aston Quay, Temple Bar, Dublin, D02
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The '10th best dive bar in Europe', conveniently located on the Quays in the heart of Dublin city centre. Riot bar is known for rock, indie, disco, and golden age hip hop soundtracks. You can also enjoy the pool table and some arcade games. Riot is also famous for their delicious Dubslice pizza. Another 'must-visit' location when hanging out with friends during Christmas 2022.
Bankers BarLocation: Trinity St, Dublin, Dublin2
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Bankers is located in Dublin's popular Dame lane area in the city centre. Banker's is certainly one the true Irish bars in Dublin. Located on the south side of town, close to Temple Bar and Grafton Street, Bankers is renowned for its delicious food, extensive drinks menu, and kind hospitality. The cosy vibe is enjoyed by people from all walks of life and is always a popular stop for smaller groups.
The ChurchLocation: Jervis St, North City, Dublin 1
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Enjoy the most wonderful time of year in one of Dublin's most beautiful settings. As the name suggests, The Church bar has converted an old church into a thriving nightlife location. It's an excellent venue for Christmas parties or get-togethers for larger groups. You can also book their private places via their dedicated events team to organise and ensure your night goes to plan.
The Old StandLocation: 37 Exchequer St, Dublin 2
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The Old Stand is a traditional pub that has been in the same place on Exchequer Street for the last 350 years. It is certainly among one of the most popular places to hang out in Dublin. They also do fantastic food such as their Club Sandwich and famous 'The Old Stand Burger'. This pub has a lot of old-world charm and has a warm, and friendly environment that is suitable for any Christmas celebration.
Buskers BarLocation: 13 - 17 Fleet St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
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Buskers Bar, which is part of the Temple Bar Hotel, is one of Dublin's most well-known and lively pubs. Buskers large interior makes it a must-visit location for any large groups going for Christmas drinks. Buskers Bar is arguably one of the city's number one sports venue, with over 23 TVs and features Dublin's largest indoor video wall displaying all major live sports! This year, their Christmas lunch menu is available from €25 per throughout December.
Lemon & DukeLocation: Royal Hibernian Way, 1 Duke Ln, Upper, Dublin
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Lemon & Duke's distinctive and beautiful location in Dublin 2 is incredibly popular for Christmas parties and has a variety of event alternatives available, ranging from festive sit down eating during the day, to early evening prosecco receptions and late-night dancing. This Christmas you can also buy Lemon and Duke
gift vouchers for family and friends which are redeemable for lunch, dinner or even just drinks.
The Dame TavernLocation: 18 Dame Ct, Dublin 2, Dublin 2
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A family-run bar for nearly 40 years, The Dame Tavern takes pride on its high-quality beverages, courteous service, and live music. Though one of the smaller pubs on our list, the atmosphere found in The Dame Tavern is incredibly hard to beat. If you're looking for a fine pint and a sing-along, we would highly recommend visiting The Dame Tavern this.
Dublin pubs are well-known for their warm atmosphere & friendly bartenders.
Conaty Food & Catering Supplies are honoured to be a supplier to many of the fantastic bars and restaurants in Ireland, and wish you a very Merry Christmas!
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