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This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Guinness 9.5+ Perfection Pilgrimage • Glasnevin & Phibsborough Pilgrimage
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers
1 Prospect Square, Glasnevin, D09 V6R6
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: Dublin benchmark pint & traditional Coddle
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Right by Glasnevin Cemetery. Built in 1833, unchanged wooden bar serving Dublin's legendary pint.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting John Kavanagh The Gravediggers on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into John Kavanagh The Gravediggers 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.
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Established in 1833 (193 years ago) during Dublin's late-Georgian and early-Emancipation era, John Kavanagh The Gravediggers has anchored the streetscape of Northside / Smithfield for nearly two centuries of literary, political, and neighbourhood pub life.
Located at 1 Prospect Square, Glasnevin, D09 V6R6 (exact GPS coordinates 53.36964, -6.27199), John Kavanagh The Gravediggers is known for its Unspoiled Victorian Stout Mecca atmosphere and signature features including Best Pint in Dublin, No Music / No TV, Coddle & Tap. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Dublin benchmark pint & traditional Coddle) rate the cellar quality at 9.9/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Northside / Smithfield, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Hut (960m away, ⭐ 9.5), Fagan's Bar & Restaurant (1091m away, ⭐ 9.4), and The King's Inn (2051m away, ⭐ 9.4).
Walking Distance from John Kavanagh The Gravediggers to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate2.94 km (~38 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)3.41 km (~44 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)2.66 km (~34 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)3.23 km (~41 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub3.32 km (~43 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Hut
⭐ 9.5Phibsborough & Northside · Est. 1852
A magnificent preserved Victorian gem with dark wood partitions, gas lamps, and pristine Guinness quality.
Fagan's Bar & Restaurant
⭐ 9.4Phibsborough & Northside · Est. 1907
World-famous tavern where US President Bill Clinton enjoyed a pint with Bertie Ahern. Excellent carvery and matchday atmosphere.
The King's Inn
⭐ 9.4Capel St & North City · Est. 1880
Historic red-brick tavern close to Henrietta Street with loyal regulars, superb stout turnover, and old-school Dublin charm.
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Frequently Asked Questions · John Kavanagh The Gravediggers
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at John Kavanagh The Gravediggers? ▾
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.9/10 based on 349 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is John Kavanagh The Gravediggers located in Dublin? ▾
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers is located at 1 Prospect Square, Glasnevin, D09 V6R6, Dublin (GPS: 53.369637, -6.27199). 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 John Kavanagh The Gravediggers? ▾
John Kavanagh The Gravediggers 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 John Kavanagh The Gravediggers famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Right by Glasnevin Cemetery. Built in 1833, unchanged wooden bar serving Dublin's legendary pint. 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 Hut • Fagan's Bar & Restaurant • The King's Inn • Underdog • Merchant's Arch • The Glimmer Man