If you want to celebrate the New Year in Dublin but aren’t sure where to go, look no further, because in this post we will break down the best spots around, from chic cocktail bars to classic Irish pubs, Dublin’s options are endless.
Flight Club:
- Flight Club can be found on Dawson Street.
- Flight Club is a one of a kind bar, the premise is simple but brilliant, darts, dining and drinks.
- They aren’t just a regular old darts spot though (unless you want them to be) they also have a wide number of specialty games that you and your friends can play if you aren’t set on just playing legs.
- Please Note: Flight Club is an 18+ venue, they also require a booking for social darts.
4 Dame Lane:
- 4 Dame Lane can be found on South William Street! No, I’m just kidding, it is of course located on Dame Lane.
- They host a large number of live music players, and they’re so good at it, they were the named the Best Live Entertainment Bar of the Year 2024.
- Please Note: This venue is strictly 21’s or older.
Lemon & Duke:
- Lemon and Duke can be found on Duke Lane in Royal Hibernian Way.
- They are a combination of the elegance of a Manhattan cocktail bar and the craic and atmosphere of a Dublin pub.
- While they sell the classics like Margs, Cosmos and others, they also have a vast number of specialty house creations for you to try.
- Please Note: Lemon & Duke is strictly aged 23 or over.
Tapped:
- You can find Tapped on Nassau Street.
- They are a very unique bar, with 50 different beer taps throughout the venue, a plethora of different international beers, niche local brews and a number of cocktails as well.
- Tapped also has a large menu with burgers, salads, burrito bowls, pizzas, a number of starters, sides and desserts.
- Please Note: Tapped is only available for people aged 18 or older.
Pygmalion:
- Pygmalion can be found in Powerscourt Townhouse Centre on Williams Street South.
- Pygmalion functions as a café bar during the day, and a world-class nightclub during the night.
- With both “Pygtails” crafted by their award-winning mixologist, and their specialty award-winning pizzas, you can’t go wrong with Pygmalion.
- Please Note: Pygmalion is a strictly 21 and over nightclub.
Café en Seine:
- Café en Seine is located on Dawson Street.
- They are masters at both food and drink, they have a stunning food menu with halibut, venison, steak and the classic fish and chips (they also have a number of vegan dishes on offer), as well as a number of signature cocktails.
- Please Note: Café en Seine has a 23 year old or older policy.
37 Dawson Street:
- 37 Dawson Street is where it’s name says, 37 Dawson Street!
- They have won Late Bar of The Year for the last 3 years, and it truly shows, they have an incredible interior and decorations, along with a selection of delicious cocktails and food platters.
- Please Note: You must be 18 or older to gain entry to 37 Dawson Street.
Wigwam:
- Wigwam can be found on Middle Abbey Street.
- Wigwam is a very unique Dublin bar, not only do they host their fair share of live music events, but they also host ping pong competitions, trivia nights, drag brunches and more.
- They also have a delicious food menu, with a number of pizzas, burgers, appetisers and a whole brunch menu (which is from 12 till 5)
- Please Note: Wigwam is a strictly 21+ venue!
The Stags Head:
- The Stags Head is located on Dame Court.
- They are a very classic Irish pub, with a cosy interior, a lively atmosphere, lovely pints and even a snug.(very antique)
- Please Note: You must be 18 or older to get into The Stags Head.
Disndat:
- Disndat is located on Dame Court.
- During the day, Disndat is your regular old Irish pub with a delicious food menu. And when the sun goes down, it becomes a whole different spot, with more drinks, laughs, music and more memory making moments.
- Please Note: Disndat is a 20+ venue after 7 pm on Fridays & Saturdays.
9 Below:
- 9 Below is located at 9 Stephen’s Green.
- They are a chic speakeasy that have won multiple awards over the years for their cocktails, including their mixologist having won the World Class Ireland Bartender of the Year 2025.
- Please Note: 9 Below has a strict no guests under 25 policy!
SoHo Dublin:
- SoHo Dublin is located on D’Olier Street.
- SoHo has some of the best sound systems and lighting for any venue in Dublin Town.
- They also have a number of bottle service packages and private areas for you to celebrate in.
- Please Note: SoHo Dublin has a strict age limit of 21 or older!
And there it is, from the laid back social spots to the top live music venues around, Dublin has all the spots you could need to have a fantastic New Year’s.
