Pubs in Blackrock

A well-known Blackrock local that has been part of the village for as long as anyone can remember. McKenna's is reliable, unpretentious and always delivers a good pint in comfortable surroundings. It is the kind of pub that defines a community.

A stylish bar, eatery and terrace in the heart of Blackrock village serving locally sourced produce, premium beers and memorable cocktails. The Blackrock is a modern addition to the South Dublin suburban pub scene and the terrace is a magnet on sunny days.

A Blackrock institution with a character-filled interior and a well-kept beer garden out the back. The Wishing Well draws a mix of locals, families and passing trade, and the food is solid home-cooked fare that hits the spot after a walk along the coast.

Widely regarded as one of the best pubs between Stillorgan and Cabinteely, Byrne's at the Galloping Green is a friendly local with great Guinness and a warm atmosphere. The kind of suburban pub that is becoming increasingly rare and all the more valuable for it.

A modern gastropub in Blackrock with a strong craft beer selection and a menu that takes things a notch above the ordinary. The Dark Horse is popular with younger locals and is a reliable spot for a well-curated pint and a bite to eat.

A proper local pub in Blackrock that has been serving the community for years. Conway's is the kind of place where you pop in for one and stay for three, surrounded by familiar faces and the comfortable hum of a well-run bar.

One of the southside's oldest established pubs, the Stillorgan Orchard has been running for over a hundred years and its famous thatched roof makes it one of the most distinctive pubs in Dublin. It is a genuine slice of old Ireland tucked among the suburbs.

A Mount Merrion institution that has been the heart of the local community for decades. Kiely's is the kind of south Dublin pub where everyone knows everyone, the Guinness is well kept, and match days bring a great buzz to the place.

A well-regarded traditional pub in Blackrock village with a loyal local following. Jack O'Rourke's does not try to be anything other than a good local, and that is precisely what makes it worth visiting.

A modern gastropub and craft beer spot in Blackrock that appeals to a younger, food-savvy crowd. The Wicked Wolf takes its burger menu seriously and the rotating craft taps keep things interesting for regulars.

Sitting on the Hill in Stillorgan alongside the Orchard, Boland's is a solid local pub that has been part of the suburban landscape for years. It is reliable, comfortable and the kind of place that delivers exactly what you want from a neighbourhood pub.