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McDaid's
Type: Pub
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McDaid's was famously the watering hole of Brendan Behan (amongst many others in the area), Patrick Kavanagh, J.P. Dunleavy and many more. While it maintains a reputation as one of Dublin's 'literary... Read More
McDaid's was famously the watering hole of Brendan Behan (amongst many others in the area), Patrick Kavanagh, J.P. Dunleavy and many more. While it maintains a reputation as one of Dublin's 'literary pubs' there is still a great local atmosphere about the pub. Portraits of some of McDaid's more famous loungers grace the walls and there are plenty of interesting stories about the origins of this 19th century building, including that it was once a morgue due to its high ceilings. You'll need to sit down with a pint of Guinness and decide for yourself.
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EXPERT TIPS BY:
Emily Carson
Dublin Local Expert
- Pubs: "This is one of those pubs where Guinness is the speciality."
- Best for Pubs Because: McDaid's is one of several pubs around Grafton Street that can boast literary affiliations and great stmosphere - well worth a visit.
