Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Live Trad Music & Fiddle Trail • Camden Street & Portobello Trail
Cassidy's of Camden Street
42 Camden St Lower, Saint Kevin's, D02 H684
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
Renowned Camden Street local famous among Dubliners for its real, unamplified Monday and Wednesday night traditional Irish music sessions.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Cassidy's of Camden Street on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Cassidy's of Camden Street 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.
Cassidy's of Camden Street — Camden & Portobello Heritage & Walking Guide
Dating back to 1885 (141 years of heritage), Cassidy's of Camden Street exemplifies the golden age of Dublin's Victorian public houses in Camden & Portobello, when master cabinetmakers fitted ornate mahogany counters, partitioned snugs, and bevelled mirrors.
Located at 42 Camden St Lower, Saint Kevin's, D02 H684 (exact GPS coordinates 53.33406, -6.26494), Cassidy's of Camden Street is known for its Authentic Trad Music & Old Man Tavern atmosphere and signature features including Live Trad Sessions, Monday & Wednesday Trad, Camden Mile. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness) rate the cellar quality at 9.4/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Camden & Portobello, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Sitting Room at Delahunt (26m away, ⭐ 9.0), The Bleeding Horse (66m away, ⭐ 9.3), and Anseo (140m away, ⭐ 9.3).
Walking Distance from Cassidy's of Camden Street to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1215 m (~16 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)677 m (~9 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1366 m (~18 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.69 km (~22 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1.50 km (~19 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Camden & Portobello · Est. 2014
Hidden above the historic Delahunt grocer, this cozy cocktail parlor offers mid-century furniture, ambient warmth, and tailored libations.
The Bleeding Horse
⭐ 9.3South City / Grafton · Est. 1649
Ancient 1649 coaching inn referenced by Charles Dickens in Pickwick Papers, featuring wooden balcony lofts and medieval rafters.
Anseo
⭐ 9.3South City / Grafton · Est. 1999
Camden Street's beloved cozy alternative haven with vinyl DJ sets, candlelit corners, and an easygoing local crowd.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Cassidy's of Camden Street
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Cassidy's of Camden Street? ▾
Cassidy's of Camden Street holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.4/10 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 Cassidy's of Camden Street located in Dublin? ▾
Cassidy's of Camden Street is located at 42 Camden St Lower, Saint Kevin's, D02 H684, Dublin (GPS: 53.334062, -6.264938). 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 Cassidy's of Camden Street? ▾
Cassidy's of Camden Street 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 Cassidy's of Camden Street famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Renowned Camden Street local famous among Dubliners for its real, unamplified Monday and Wednesday night traditional Irish music sessions. 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 Sitting Room at Delahunt • The Bleeding Horse • Anseo • Devitts of Camden Street • Moss Lane