Caribou
15 Stephen Street Lower, D02 X003
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: Local Microbrew & Double Smash Burger
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Vibrant modern Dublin craft haven with rotating Irish microbrews, natural wines, and famous burgers.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Caribou on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Caribou 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.
Caribou — South City / Grafton Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2024 in the heart of South City / Grafton, Caribou combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 15 Stephen Street Lower, D02 X003 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34097, -6.26345), Caribou is known for its Modern Craft Taphouse & Smash Burgers atmosphere and signature features including Craft Beer Taps, Smash Burgers, South City. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Local Microbrew & Double Smash Burger) rate the cellar quality at 9.3/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through South City / Grafton, the three closest neighbouring stops are Peter's Pub (18m away, ⭐ 9.6), Sheehans Pub (112m away, ⭐ 9.5), and O'Regan's (124m away, ⭐ 9.3).
Walking Distance from Caribou to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate482 m (~6 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)211 m (~3 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)593 m (~8 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.55 km (~20 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1032 m (~13 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Peter's Pub
⭐ 9.6South City / Grafton · Est. 1968
Intimate, unpretentious corner pub where conversation rules. Renowned for Dublin toasted specials and spotless Guinness.
Sheehans Pub
⭐ 9.5South City / Grafton · Est. 1933
Family-run Dublin pub steps from Grafton Street with stained glass, warm wood, and top-tier Guinness.
O'Regan's
⭐ 9.3South City / Grafton · Est. 2023
In the heart of Dublin's culinary and nightlife district on Fade Street. Vibrant crowd and great energy.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Caribou
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Caribou? ▾
Caribou holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.3/10 based on 321 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Caribou located in Dublin? ▾
Caribou is located at 15 Stephen Street Lower, D02 X003, Dublin (GPS: 53.340973, -6.26345). 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 Caribou? ▾
Caribou 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 Caribou famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Vibrant modern Dublin craft haven with rotating Irish microbrews, natural wines, and famous burgers. 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
Peter's Pub • Sheehans Pub • O'Regan's • The Sidecar at The Westbury • The Black Sheep • Davy Byrnes