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This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Capel Street & North City Trail
McNeill's Pub
140 Capel St, North City, D01 N8C8
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: Guinness by the Fireside Session
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Former musical instrument shop. Intimate hearth fireside trad sessions where musicians gather nightly.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting McNeill's Pub on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into McNeill's Pub 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.
McNeill's Pub — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Dating back to 1860 (166 years of heritage), McNeill's Pub exemplifies the golden age of Dublin's Victorian public houses in Northside / Smithfield, when master cabinetmakers fitted ornate mahogany counters, partitioned snugs, and bevelled mirrors.
Located at 140 Capel St, North City, D01 N8C8 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34776, -6.26875), McNeill's Pub is known for its Musical Instrument Shop & Trad Snug atmosphere and signature features including Former Cobbler & Instrument Maker, Fireside Sessions, Capel St. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Guinness by the Fireside Session) 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 Boar's Head (44m away, ⭐ 9.8), Jack Nealons (158m away, ⭐ 9.6), and Bar 1661 (202m away, ⭐ 9.1).
Walking Distance from McNeill's Pub to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate748 m (~10 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1031 m (~13 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)409 m (~5 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1358 m (~17 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub1439 m (~18 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Boar's Head
⭐ 9.8Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1900
Where All-Ireland winners bring the Sam Maguire Cup the morning after the final. Top 3 pint in Dublin.
Jack Nealons
⭐ 9.6Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1905
Stunning ornate 1905 gold-leaf ceiling, open fireplace, and some of the best-kept Guinness on Capel Street.
Bar 1661
⭐ 9.1Capel St & North City · Est. 2019
Voted Ireland's Bar of the Year, Bar 1661 champions native Irish spirits and craft poitín with innovative, world-class cocktail artistry.
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Frequently Asked Questions · McNeill's Pub
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at McNeill's Pub? ▾
McNeill's Pub holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.5/10 based on 324 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is McNeill's Pub located in Dublin? ▾
McNeill's Pub is located at 140 Capel St, North City, D01 N8C8, Dublin (GPS: 53.347763, -6.268754). 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 McNeill's Pub? ▾
McNeill's Pub 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 McNeill's Pub famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Former musical instrument shop. Intimate hearth fireside trad sessions where musicians gather nightly. 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 Boar's Head • Jack Nealons • Bar 1661 • The Black Sheep • Bonobo, Smithfield • The Summit Inn