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The Brazen Head

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South-West Inner City, Dublin

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The Brazen Head

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Ranked #3 for Irish food in Dublin
"A great meal in the oldest pub in Ireland."(12 Tips)
"Guinness stew was amazing, good atmosphere and wonderful service."(11 Tips)
"Irish stew and of course the Ginness and Heineken"(9 Tips)
"Bangers & mash were excellent!"(4 Tips)

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Monika McMahonMay 18, 2015
Oldest bar in Dublin! There are many rooms and bars, so definitely explore to find a great spot. Most days also host live music so stick around for the full experience.
Lívia de LizJuly 12, 2015
It's a great pub! The staff is very friendly and they have a honest price. You can try the smoked salmon or even the hamburger, booth are delicious! :)
j spinOctober 29, 2016
A must visit. Plenty of diff room, live music, Smoking seating area outside w/ heat lamps. Great history, very friendly people. A bit of a 'tourist trap' but you won't mind at all. Plenty of locals
Marine SergentMarch 30, 2018
This place was crowded : travelers, irish people, old and young...A warm atmosphere, live music, confort food (including irish meals). No reservations, just go in and take a seat. Loved it!
Brook HSeptember 28, 2015
Good pub food and great place to share a pint. The live music happens in the first room and gets pretty crowded, so getting in early is a must!
Geri CoadyAugust 8, 2014
I went here alone for the dinner and show and they were very accommodating when I called to explain my flight had arrived late. They squeezed me into the later show, no problem. Enjoyed the food, too!
Grace S.June 7, 2015
Between the Irish Stew, the Guinness Stew and the Fish and Chips, I liked the Irish Stew the best. It was the lightest and had delicious lamb bits!
Ville KauppiAugust 29, 2015
Irish stew was great! A really nice place but it still could respect more its history (led strip lighting doesn't fit into places like this).
Betsy & Jason LancyJune 29, 2019
Came for the beef stew and was not disappointed! Lots of tables inside if you keep looking. Couldn’t believe how fast the food came out. Delicious!
Maru MitlikMay 25, 2015
This oldest pub has the best guiness! Drinks and irish food here are musts!
Alfred M.September 21, 2017
Sit at the bar so you can chat with the bartender and ask for recommendations for your next beverage move—once you've had your fill of Guinness.
Kristy VollSeptember 16, 2018
A Must-Do when visiting Dublin. Guinness stew was amazing, good atmosphere and wonderful service.
K BOctober 25, 2023
The oldest pub in Dublin is reputedly the Brazen Head where a tavern has stood since the 12th century. Wolfe Tone and the United Irishmen are believed to have met here to plan their rebellion
Gary MessingMay 4, 2013
We had a good storyteller who shared folklore and provided perspective on the purpose it served. It was well worth the time and expense and we'd do it again if we get back to Dublin.
Camila MachucaNovember 8, 2014
Good fish n chips, although expensive for the size of portion. Service is ok. It worth because of the tradition - it is the oldest pub un Dublin!
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsNovember 17, 2014
Not only THE OLDEST PUB in Ireland! Perfect food, nice events and great atmosphere. Read more
Ruben Garcia MohedanoOctober 2, 2017
A must visit if you're visiting Dublin but there's also plenty of locals around. Awesome local and decor. Great live music!
Lucio AnastasiOctober 5, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Food is great and the pub is lovely. When the band plays among the tables in the small room on the right, you'll find the righr craic.
Cearúilín Ni RiainDecember 1, 2011
Dating back to 1198, the Brazen Head is Ireland's oldest pub. It is well worth a visit for both its historical value and reputation as one of Dublin's best Irish music venues.
Theresa RoldanSeptember 10, 2017
Amazing amazing food. We had the beef stew and chili...along with Irish coffees and all were above and beyond our expectations.
Brad DavisJuly 2, 2016
Jovial atmosphere with live music and good beer. Many little rooms to discover.
Justin RunyonDecember 21, 2011
Supposedly a Norman tavern from 1198 (and purportedly Dublins oldest pub), Robert Emmett is said to have drank here. The entrance can give you an idea of street level change over the years.
Mercedes de la PeñaMay 22, 2017
Delicious Guinness Stew! Overpriced but the place is very nice and the food is great.
Pasquale PijckeFebruary 14, 2017
The Guinness stew is delicious. We were there quite early so not as much atmosphere as we hoped. The historical aspect is nice though.
Marie-Aude CambonApril 8, 2016
Good food! Try Fish and Chips and Braizen burger. Good ambiance.
MassimilianoMay 12, 2013
10 mins walking from temple bar, in a few go area, a nice and (so they say) very old pub...
Natália MagattiDecember 29, 2015
Great place for a good pint and burguer. The live music is incredible, great time for Dublin visitors
Valery KrasovskyApril 4, 2019
Great irish atmosphere of an old pub, quick and great service.
Michael HoldsworthSeptember 14, 2016
Oldest pub in Ireland. Well worth a look. Some good local beer beyond Guinness as well.
Brandon ConleyApril 1, 2016
Touristy but go early on a nice day the patio area is a good spot to drink a Guinness
Vitor ScarpatoSeptember 28, 2015
The oldest pub in Dublin. A nice place to eat or drink. Don't forget to try Guinness Stew!
Alex GibsonJuly 6, 2018
Does seem to attract a very touristy crowd but still well worth a visit, wonderfully traditional
Art GarciaMarch 16, 2018
It’s a must since it’s the oldest pub in Ireland. Food is good too.
Deb ReardonApril 20, 2018
Exactly what I would picture an Irish pub ! Great Guinness beef stew ! Our waitress was the sweetest .
Gisele JaquenodApril 22, 2015
If you are in Dublin, this is a must. Lovely staff and incredible live music 😊
KT FloridaApril 23, 2016
Historic bar in Ireland. A must see when in Dublin!
VictoriaSeptember 23, 2019
Let’s have a cup of Irish coffee and enjoy watching people all over the world passing by.
Zed YasayAugust 27, 2017
Oldest Bar in Dublin. Really chill place, definitely try the food here its pretty good.
Rebecca TrujilloApril 30, 2018
Bartenders are great! Beer and food are worth the trip.
Joseph PeraltaOctober 23, 2013
Awesome vibe, where locals and Dublin visitors of all ages, genders, and class background mix and mingle.
Anastasia BeaverhausenDecember 19, 2015
Very cool Irish pub, The real deal!!! And their stew is to die for!
Adam WhiteFebruary 22, 2014
The chowder is great and not expensive at all. A great meal in the oldest pub in Ireland.
Martin MostrømAugust 21, 2019
Awesome place with small cosy rooms and really great atmosphere
Eamon O'CallaghanAugust 14, 2014
Great food, quintessential Irish bar, does a mix of Irish food and others. Worth stopping in.
Sizen KumralAugust 5, 2019
Officially Ireland’s oldest pub with very nice atmosphere! 🍻 Don’t miss!!
Ekin YücelSeptember 24, 2017
One of the oldest pub in dublin. Lovely atmosphere. Great cràic
Gail JonesJuly 14, 2018
Atlantic cod chowder. Irish stew and of course the Ginness and Heineken
John L.June 13, 2022
The place can get crazy busy - especially on Fridays…
Adil VMarch 27, 2017
Oldest pub in town, amazing experience and friendly people. Discover the funny quotes around
Ana A.December 29, 2012
Try the Brazen Bangers And Mash - Very nice & tasty...kind of confort food for cold days

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