Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Glasnevin & Phibsborough Pilgrimage
Old Royal Oak
11 Kilmainham Ln, Kilmainham, D08 P7X0
Stout Score Breakdown
- Pour Technique 119.5s Two-Stage
- Cellar Temp 5.8°C (Optimal)
- Head Retention Velvety Domed Cap
- Line Hygiene High Rotation Fresh
- Recommended Order: Guinness in the Cottage Snug
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Tucked away near Kilmainham Gaol. Feels like a rural country pub hidden in central Dublin.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Old Royal Oak on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Old Royal Oak for an afternoon quiet pint in a snug or making it a core stop along your evening walking route, remember that counter seating operates on a traditional first-come, first-served basis. Order at the bar, allow the bartender the full two-stage pour to let the stout settle, and enjoy the conversation.
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