Dublin Nightlife: Hidden Away Bars

Dublin's best hideaway bars. 

THE BAR WITH NO NAME €€
Popular among mid-late twenties. Snail sign outside door marks the spot. Circus canopy smoking area. Like someone’s home. Chilled. Hidden gem.
18 min - 3, Fade St., Dublin 2

PYGMALION €€
Very popular local haunt. Busy on sunny days. Comfy seating area (when free). Two for one cocktails. Late bar with House music. Serves modern pub food.
19 min - Powerscourt Townhouse, Dublin 2


RUIN BAR €€
Rustic chic. Popular among mid twenties. Chart and RnB music.
27 min - 33, Tara St., Dublin 1

SLATTERY'S €€
Cosy little old man pub style with a modern twist. Stained glass window and colourful chairs. Popular with young and old locals.
29 min - 62, Grand Canal Upper, Beggar's Bush, Dublin 4


LA HACIENDA €€
Ring bell to get in. Unassuming and charming spot. Pool table. Off the beaten track. Eccentric owner.
31 min - 44, Arran St., East, Smithfield, Dublin 7

GILBERT & WRIGHTS €€
Cosy quirky, charming bar. 70s woodstock vibe. Shaggy carpets, Vintage fringed lamp shades. Cocktails, beers, smoking area. Popular with the locals. Leave apartment and turn left. Walk in straight line along canal to “Leeson Street Bridge” (12 mins). Take 46a bus
(towards Dun Laoghaire) to “Clarence Street/ Crofton House.”
11.5 km - 128 George's St., Lower, Dun Laoghaire, co. Dublin
17.2 km - 1, Ross Lane, Malahide, co. Dublin