Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Smithfield & Stoneybatter Trail
L. Mulligan Grocer
18 Stoneybatter, D07 T440
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: Irish Craft Stout & Artisan Scotch Egg
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Revered gastropub championing seasonal Irish farm produce, black pudding scotch eggs, and rare whiskeys.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting L. Mulligan Grocer on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into L. Mulligan Grocer 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.
L. Mulligan Grocer — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Established in 1779 (247 years ago) during Dublin's late-Georgian and early-Emancipation era, L. Mulligan Grocer has anchored the streetscape of Northside / Smithfield for nearly two centuries of literary, political, and neighbourhood pub life.
Located at 18 Stoneybatter, D07 T440 (exact GPS coordinates 53.35102, -6.28221), L. Mulligan Grocer is known for its Gastropub & Irish Craft Pioneer atmosphere and signature features including Irish Food Champion, Scotch Eggs, Craft Whiskey. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Irish Craft Stout & Artisan Scotch Egg) rate the cellar quality at 9.5/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Northside / Smithfield, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Glimmer Man (23m away, ⭐ 9.6), Walsh's (80m away, ⭐ 9.8), and The Cobblestone (319m away, ⭐ 9.5).
Walking Distance from L. Mulligan Grocer to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1.71 km (~22 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1.88 km (~24 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1373 m (~18 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1058 m (~14 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub2.40 km (~31 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Glimmer Man
⭐ 9.6Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1900
Iconic neighborhood pub filled with eccentric Dublin memorabilia, Charlie Haughey mannequins & great pints.
Walsh's
⭐ 9.8Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1870
Voted Irish Pub of the Year. Iconic mahogany snugs, weekly trad sessions, and legendary stout quality.
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 · L. Mulligan Grocer
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at L. Mulligan Grocer? ▾
L. Mulligan Grocer holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.5/10 based on 323 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is L. Mulligan Grocer located in Dublin? ▾
L. Mulligan Grocer is located at 18 Stoneybatter, D07 T440, Dublin (GPS: 53.351025, -6.282206). 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 L. Mulligan Grocer? ▾
L. Mulligan Grocer 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 L. Mulligan Grocer famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Revered gastropub championing seasonal Irish farm produce, black pudding scotch eggs, and rare whiskeys. 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 Glimmer Man • Walsh's • The Cobblestone • Delaney's Smithfield • The Hill Pub • The Storyteller Pub