If you’re visiting Dublin, you need to do two things: drink a perfect pint of Guinness and eat some good food to keep drinking.
To start our 24-hour trip to Ireland’s capital, we headed to Ebb & Flow Camden, set in Camden Street Lower and run by husband and wife Dave and Louise Smyth. The couple runs multiple coffee shops across the city, including Full Circle Coffee Roasters, so you will get a good cup of coffee here to fuel your day. Of course, we went for our usual oat-milk lattes and were not disappointed. They have some unreal brunch options, but we recommend getting the Korean chicken fried toast.
For dinner, we visited Las Tapas de Lola in the heart of buzzing Wexford Street and Camden Street. Las Tapas de Lola serves up delicious and award-winning Spanish tapas, wines, beers, and sangria, the highlight of the night for me! As an Irish-Spanish co-owned business, you can tell this place is passionate about food and having fun! Our group had had too many pints before dinner, but the staff were chill and all up for a good time.
I couldn’t write this list and not include somewhere for you to cure your hangover. Mad Yolks is a brunch spot serving delicious and comforting breakfast sandwiches. The vibe here is casual, and I noticed quite a few people sitting around us, also nursing hangovers. They use fresh, locally sourced ingredients and prep all the sandwiches from scratch, making their sauces and baking buns daily in-house.
Where to drink a good pint of Guinness
Let’s get to the recommendations you’re really here for.
The Bleeding Horse is a pub with a history dating back to the 17th century and is a living testament to Dublin’s past. Located on Upper Camden Street, it’s not just a place to enjoy a pint of Guinness but a perfect spot to get a glimpse into the city’s rich cultural heritage.
The Brazen Head is Ireland’s oldest pub, established in 1198. It has been thoughtfully refurbished to retain its original features, making it a must-visit in Dublin.
The Hairy Lemon is one of Dublin’s trendiest pubs, often described as a little “outside the box.” This place is very fun from about 8 pm onwards, so head here to start your night.
The Gravediggers Pub got its name because, in 1833, it was built into the wall of Glasnevin Cemetery, and gravediggers used to go in after a hard night’s digging. The establishment has been passed down eight generations of Kavanaghs and offers an authentic Irish experience.
