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9 Below
9 St Stephen's Green, D02 X859
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: Signature House Cocktail
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Located in the basement of the historic Stephen's Green Club across four intimate vaulted rooms with low lighting and bespoke drinks.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting 9 Below on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into 9 Below 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.
9 Below — South City / Grafton Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2017 in the heart of South City / Grafton, 9 Below combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 9 St Stephen's Green, D02 X859 (exact GPS coordinates 53.33961, -6.25910), 9 Below is known for its Exclusive Vaulted Speakeasy Lounge atmosphere and signature features including Subterranean Lounge, Vaulted Ceilings, Vintage Champagne. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Signature House Cocktail) rate the cellar quality at 9.0/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through South City / Grafton, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Dawson Lounge (23m away, ⭐ 9.4), Peruke & Periwig (58m away, ⭐ 9.2), and Kehoe's (180m away, ⭐ 9.7).
Walking Distance from 9 Below to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate532 m (~7 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)133 m (~2 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)790 m (~10 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.85 km (~24 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub821 m (~11 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Dawson Lounge
⭐ 9.4South City / Grafton · Est. 1850
Dublin's smallest pub! Descend the tiny staircase into a cozy subterranean cellar bar where only 25-30 people fit.
Peruke & Periwig
⭐ 9.2South City / Grafton · Est. 2014
Three floors of opulent Victorian curiosities, antique books, and velvet drapery serving an inventive cocktail menu mapped to musical movements.
Kehoe's
⭐ 9.7South City / Grafton · Est. 1803
Authentic preserved 19th-century snugs with serving hatches and old mahogany drawers.
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Frequently Asked Questions · 9 Below
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at 9 Below? ▾
9 Below holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.0/10 based on 305 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is 9 Below located in Dublin? ▾
9 Below is located at 9 St Stephen's Green, D02 X859, Dublin (GPS: 53.339612, -6.259105). You can use our interactive walking map or click 'Directions' on this page for step-by-step walking navigation.
What are the opening hours for 9 Below? ▾
9 Below is open Monday–Thursday from 10:30 to 23:30, Friday–Saturday from 10:30 to 00:30, and Sunday from 12:30 to 23:00 (hours may vary on Irish bank holidays).
What makes 9 Below famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Located in the basement of the historic Stephen's Green Club across four intimate vaulted rooms with low lighting and bespoke drinks. It is one of the 118 curated historic heritage taverns featured in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory.
More Dublin Pubs in the Dublin Pub Crawl Directory
The Dawson Lounge • Peruke & Periwig • Kehoe's • Sinnotts Bar • The Neptune Bar