Cumiskeys
48 Blackhorse Ave, Cabra, D07 Y3P8
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
Historic 1830s coaching tavern nestled along the Phoenix Park boundary wall with cast-iron fireplaces and brilliant stout.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Cumiskeys on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Cumiskeys 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.
Cumiskeys — Phibsborough & Northside Heritage & Walking Guide
Established in 1837 (189 years ago) during Dublin's late-Georgian and early-Emancipation era, Cumiskeys has anchored the streetscape of Phibsborough & Northside for nearly two centuries of literary, political, and neighbourhood pub life.
Located at 48 Blackhorse Ave, Cabra, D07 Y3P8 (exact GPS coordinates 53.36506, -6.31940), Cumiskeys is known for its Phoenix Park Wall Heritage Snug atmosphere and signature features including Phoenix Park Wall, Historic Snug, Coaching Inn. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness) rate the cellar quality at 9.5/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Phibsborough & Northside, the three closest neighbouring stops are Hole in the Wall, Europe’s Longest Pub (291m away, ⭐ 9.6), Ryan's of Parkgate Street (FX Buckley) (2545m away, ⭐ 9.8), and Old Royal Oak (2804m away, ⭐ 9.6).
Walking Distance from Cumiskeys to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate4.62 km (~59 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)4.79 km (~61 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)4.28 km (~55 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)3.37 km (~43 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub5.30 km (~68 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1651
Built right against the Phoenix Park boundary wall. At 100m long, it is officially Europe's longest pub!
The Liberties / Christchurch · Est. 1886
Flawlessly preserved 1890s Victorian gem with working antique brass gas lamps, original mahogany snugs, and world-class beef.
Old Royal Oak
⭐ 9.6The Liberties / Christchurch · Est. 1838
Tucked away near Kilmainham Gaol. Feels like a rural country pub hidden in central Dublin.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Cumiskeys
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Cumiskeys? ▾
Cumiskeys holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.5/10 based on 341 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Cumiskeys located in Dublin? ▾
Cumiskeys is located at 48 Blackhorse Ave, Cabra, D07 Y3P8, Dublin (GPS: 53.365057, -6.319404). 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 Cumiskeys? ▾
Cumiskeys 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 Cumiskeys famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Historic 1830s coaching tavern nestled along the Phoenix Park boundary wall with cast-iron fireplaces and brilliant stout. 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
Hole in the Wall, Europe’s Longest Pub • Ryan's of Parkgate Street (FX Buckley) • Old Royal Oak • L. Mulligan Grocer • Cusack's Pub • M. O'Brien's