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This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: The Historic Liberties & Dublin 8
Fidelity Bar & Studio
79 Queen St, Smithfield, D07 W9R6
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 Craft IPA & Nitro Stout
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Collaboration between Whiplash brewery and Vice Coffee. High-fidelity custom sound system & cutting-edge beers.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Fidelity Bar & Studio on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Fidelity Bar & Studio 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.
Fidelity Bar & Studio — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2023 in the heart of Northside / Smithfield, Fidelity Bar & Studio combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 79 Queen St, Smithfield, D07 W9R6 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34710, -6.28029), Fidelity Bar & Studio is known for its Audiophile Sound & Craft Beer atmosphere and signature features including Custom Sound System, Whiplash Beer, Smithfield. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Whiplash Craft IPA & Nitro Stout) rate the cellar quality at 9.2/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Northside / Smithfield, the three closest neighbouring stops are Frank Ryan's (19m away, ⭐ 9.6), Delaney's Smithfield (320m away, ⭐ 9.5), and The Cobblestone (347m away, ⭐ 9.5).
Walking Distance from Fidelity Bar & Studio to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1445 m (~19 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1.52 km (~19 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1145 m (~15 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)718 m (~9 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub2.16 km (~28 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Frank Ryan's
⭐ 9.6Smithfield & Stoneybatter · Est. 1920
Intimate candlelit den packed with vintage posters, vinyl records, pool table, and top-drawer Guinness, plus legendary pizza.
Delaney's Smithfield
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1920
Welcoming, unpretentious Northside pub right by Smithfield Square with classic pints and trad charm.
The Cobblestone
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1840
'A drinking pub with a music problem.' Ireland's most authentic unamplified sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Fidelity Bar & Studio
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Fidelity Bar & Studio? ▾
Fidelity Bar & Studio holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.2/10 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 Fidelity Bar & Studio located in Dublin? ▾
Fidelity Bar & Studio is located at 79 Queen St, Smithfield, D07 W9R6, Dublin (GPS: 53.347102, -6.280292). 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 Fidelity Bar & Studio? ▾
Fidelity Bar & Studio 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 Fidelity Bar & Studio famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Collaboration between Whiplash brewery and Vice Coffee. High-fidelity custom sound system & cutting-edge 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
Frank Ryan's • Delaney's Smithfield • The Cobblestone • Walsh's • Cleary's Pub • Old Royal Oak