Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Smithfield & Stoneybatter Trail
Bonobo, Smithfield
119 Church St Upper, Smithfield, D07 Y9P1
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: Whiplash IPA & Woodfired Margherita
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Spectacular beer garden near Smithfield Square with woodfired Neapolitan pizzas and top craft beers.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Bonobo, Smithfield on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Bonobo, Smithfield 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.
Bonobo, Smithfield — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2019 in the heart of Northside / Smithfield, Bonobo, Smithfield combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 119 Church St Upper, Smithfield, D07 Y9P1 (exact GPS coordinates 53.35035, -6.27470), Bonobo, Smithfield is known for its Woodfired Pizza & Massive Heated Garden atmosphere and signature features including Huge Beer Garden, Woodfired Pizza, Craft Taps. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Whiplash IPA & Woodfired Margherita) rate the cellar quality at 9.3/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Northside / Smithfield, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Cobblestone (215m away, ⭐ 9.5), Delaney's Smithfield (231m away, ⭐ 9.5), and Bar 1661 (306m away, ⭐ 9.1).
Walking Distance from Bonobo, Smithfield to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1234 m (~16 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1489 m (~19 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)892 m (~11 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1232 m (~16 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1.91 km (~25 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Cobblestone
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1840
'A drinking pub with a music problem.' Ireland's most authentic unamplified sessions.
Delaney's Smithfield
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1920
Welcoming, unpretentious Northside pub right by Smithfield Square with classic pints and trad charm.
Bar 1661
⭐ 9.1Capel St & North City · Est. 2019
Voted Ireland's Bar of the Year, Bar 1661 champions native Irish spirits and craft poitín with innovative, world-class cocktail artistry.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Bonobo, Smithfield
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Bonobo, Smithfield? ▾
Bonobo, Smithfield holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.3/10 based on 316 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Bonobo, Smithfield located in Dublin? ▾
Bonobo, Smithfield is located at 119 Church St Upper, Smithfield, D07 Y9P1, Dublin (GPS: 53.350354, -6.274695). 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 Bonobo, Smithfield? ▾
Bonobo, Smithfield 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 Bonobo, Smithfield famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Spectacular beer garden near Smithfield Square with woodfired Neapolitan pizzas and top craft beers. 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 Cobblestone • Delaney's Smithfield • Bar 1661 • Underdog • The Summit Inn • The Ferryman