Frank Ryan's
5 Queen St, Smithfield, D07 W6P8
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 & Pepperoni Pizza
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Intimate candlelit den packed with vintage posters, vinyl records, pool table, and top-drawer Guinness, plus legendary pizza.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Frank Ryan's on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Frank Ryan's 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.
Frank Ryan's — Smithfield & Stoneybatter Heritage & Walking Guide
Operating since 1920 (106 years in Smithfield & Stoneybatter), Frank Ryan's bridges twentieth-century Dublin social history with traditional cellar craftsmanship and neighbourhood warmth.
Located at 5 Queen St, Smithfield, D07 W6P8 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34701, -6.28005), Frank Ryan's is known for its Cozy Bohemian Smithfield Relic atmosphere and signature features including Bric-a-Brac, Pizza & Pint, Blues & Rock. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Pint of Guinness & Pepperoni Pizza) rate the cellar quality at 9.6/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Smithfield & Stoneybatter, the three closest neighbouring stops are Fidelity Bar & Studio (19m away, ⭐ 9.2), Delaney's Smithfield (322m away, ⭐ 9.5), and The Cobblestone (349m away, ⭐ 9.5).
Walking Distance from Frank Ryan's to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1427 m (~18 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1497 m (~19 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1128 m (~14 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)719 m (~9 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub2.14 km (~27 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Fidelity Bar & Studio
⭐ 9.2Northside / Smithfield · Est. 2023
Collaboration between Whiplash brewery and Vice Coffee. High-fidelity custom sound system & cutting-edge beers.
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 · Frank Ryan's
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Frank Ryan's? ▾
Frank Ryan's holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.6/10 based on 307 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Frank Ryan's located in Dublin? ▾
Frank Ryan's is located at 5 Queen St, Smithfield, D07 W6P8, Dublin (GPS: 53.347006, -6.280049). 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 Frank Ryan's? ▾
Frank Ryan's 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 Frank Ryan's famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Intimate candlelit den packed with vintage posters, vinyl records, pool table, and top-drawer Guinness, plus legendary pizza. 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
Fidelity Bar & Studio • Delaney's Smithfield • The Cobblestone • The Brazen Head • Rody Bolands • Martin B. Slattery (Rathmines)