Briodys
97 Marlborough St, North City, D01 XW93
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: Pint of Guinness
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
A quiet, reverent sanctuary for pint purists right in the heart of Dublin 1. Widely acclaimed for its velvety Guinness dome.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Briodys on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Briodys 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.
Briodys — Capel St & North City Heritage & Walking Guide
Operating since 1930 (96 years in Capel St & North City), Briodys bridges twentieth-century Dublin social history with traditional cellar craftsmanship and neighbourhood warmth.
Located at 97 Marlborough St, North City, D01 XW93 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34958, -6.25816), Briodys is known for its No-Nonsense Dublin 1 Heritage Gem atmosphere and signature features including Creamy Pint, No Music TV, Master Class Pour. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness) rate the cellar quality at 9.6/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Capel St & North City, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Piper's Corner (61m away, ⭐ 9.6), The Neptune Bar (89m away, ⭐ 9.3), and The Flowing Tide (134m away, ⭐ 9.5).
Walking Distance from Briodys to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate579 m (~7 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1116 m (~14 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)490 m (~6 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)2.08 km (~27 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub953 m (~12 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Piper's Corner
⭐ 9.6Capel St & North City · Est. 2017
Founded by renowned uilleann piper Seán Potts, this is a sacred spot for unamplified traditional music sessions and fluent Gaeilge.
The Neptune Bar
⭐ 9.3Capel St & North City · Est. 1890
Beloved Northside haunt steeped in theatre district lore, revered for its Thursday night authentic traditional music sessions and cold stout.
The Flowing Tide
⭐ 9.5Trinity / Fleet St · Est. 1865
Historic theatre tavern opposite the Abbey Theatre featuring gorgeous stained glass, pre-show playwright banter, and pure stout.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Briodys
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Briodys? ▾
Briodys holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.6/10 based on 317 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Briodys located in Dublin? ▾
Briodys is located at 97 Marlborough St, North City, D01 XW93, Dublin (GPS: 53.349581, -6.258165). 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 Briodys? ▾
Briodys 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 Briodys famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
A quiet, reverent sanctuary for pint purists right in the heart of Dublin 1. Widely acclaimed for its velvety Guinness dome. 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 Piper's Corner • The Neptune Bar • The Flowing Tide • The Oval Bar • Cumiskeys • Cusack's Pub