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Arthur's Pub, Dublin 8, County Dublin

Arthur's Pub

4.6
4.6
59 Reviews
€30 and under
Irish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for live music
Arthur's is the nearest pub on the route to The Guinness Storehouse, one of the city's foremost tourist attractions. It is popular both with locals and tourists. Naturally it has the freshest pint of Guinness in all of Ireland.

Arthurs is a classic Dublin pub, old style but well appointed. It has been a pub for over 200 years, and has many historical connections, being beside St. Catherines Church, outside of which the patriot, Robert Emmet, was hung, drawn and quartered in 1803.

We light a real turf fire everyday, play an eclectic mix of Irish music and have live music sessions in the evenings.

Upstairs at Arthur’s, we have a room that operates as a restaurant in the day, but at night becomes Arthur’s Blues and Jazz Club, where we host top national and international blues and jazz acts 5 nights a week. On stage we have a concert grand piano, and we also have an excellent lighting rig, and a top professional PA and sound system.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–23:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–01:00 Sun 12:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (01) 402 0914
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    no

What 59 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dublin

    Great for live music

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Arthur's Pub exudes authentic Irish charm with "amazing food" and a "great atmosphere." Guests rave about the "fantastic service," hearty portions, and delightful dishes like Irish stew and shepherd's pie. A perfect spot for a pint of Guinness, Arthur's also shines with its live music and welcoming staff.

59 Reviews
  1. Kevin

    Dublin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Took in Arthur's Pub after seeing it listed on the Guinness Storehouse page and thought he would be a great place for food afterwards....worst decision made. Pub itself was okay however both staff upstairs and food quality was very poor. Food ordered from menu was served with several amendments to that menu which we were told "I hear ya, should be updated as the food is served with different things now with a different chef". No apologies, no effort just a second "I hear ya" when we mentioned allergies and off she popped to answer a phone behind the bar. Hand dryer in the first toilet upstairs sums up this place (I only wish I could upload the picture I took) but if you see it you'll understand. Save yourself the trip and go elsewhere. Highly NOT recommended.

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  2. Orla

    Dublin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely bar, staff were really nice and the food was really good.

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  3. Aoife

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious burger and chips. Great ambience and nice to see there's still no tv screen. Brilliant venue for music and friendly staff.

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  4. tom

    London

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great evening with wonderful live music. Efficient and friendly service with wonderful Guinness and Irish stew. An evening to remember

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  5. John

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked a table for three prior to a gig in Vicar Street. I like Arthur's for the music and now I like it for the food. Our burgers and fish dishes were nice generous portions. Our waitress was excellent, good craic, friendly and attentive a credit to the business.

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  6. Carol

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best shepherd’s pie ever! The service was great as well.

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  7. Gloria

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our favorite meal in Ireland. Shepherds pie was fantastic, bangers and mash was also great.

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  8. Antonio

    Dublin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quick and great service. The Jazz show was also amazing.

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  9. GerryD

    Dublin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 30 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent pre-gig dining venue, great food and portions, plus friendly service and eclectic clientele, so my buddies and I are now regulars!

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  10. Padraic

    Dublin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Limited menu. Stews and casseroles were mediocre. Fish and chips were amazing. Staff were unwelcoming. No dessert which kind of killed the end of the meal. Jazz club was epic. Place needs a rethink.

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Arthur's Pub is rated 4.6 stars by 59 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
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Google Map for Arthur's Pub

28 Thomas St, Dublin 8, County Dublin D08 VF83

Additional information

  • Area
    Killester
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00–23:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–01:00 Sun 12:00–23:00
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Irish, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Vegan, Wine
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