Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: The Dublin Whiskey Trail
Moss Lane
37 Pearse St, Grand Canal Dock, D02 K840
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: Curated Irish Whiskey Flight
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Tucked behind Trinity College, Moss Lane features an extraordinary curated wall of Irish whiskeys and knowledgeable staff eager to guide your tasting.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Moss Lane on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Moss Lane 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.
Moss Lane — Trinity & Docklands Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2022 in the heart of Trinity & Docklands, Moss Lane combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 37 Pearse St, Grand Canal Dock, D02 K840 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34484, -6.25232), Moss Lane is known for its Atmospheric Irish Whiskey Sanctuary atmosphere and signature features including Rare Whiskeys, Knowledgeable Barmen, Cozy Snug. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Curated Irish Whiskey Flight) rate the cellar quality at 9.3/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through Trinity & Docklands, the three closest neighbouring stops are Mulligan's (319m away, ⭐ 9.8), The Ginger Man (377m away, ⭐ 9.5), and Bowe's Lounge Bar (378m away, ⭐ 9.8).
Walking Distance from Moss Lane to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate446 m (~6 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)817 m (~10 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)734 m (~9 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)2.31 km (~30 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub312 m (~4 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Mulligan's
⭐ 9.8Trinity / Fleet St · Est. 1782
Regarded by Dubliners as home of the finest pint in the city. Joyce 'Dubliners' setting.
The Ginger Man
⭐ 9.5South City / Grafton · Est. 1970
Vibrant pub near Merrion Square and Trinity College celebrated for world-famous seasonal decorations and exceptional stout.
Bowe's Lounge Bar
⭐ 9.8Trinity / Fleet St · Est. 1854
Narrow Victorian pub famed for having one of Dublin's top 3 pints of stout.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Moss Lane
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Moss Lane? ▾
Moss Lane holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.3/10 based on 319 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Moss Lane located in Dublin? ▾
Moss Lane is located at 37 Pearse St, Grand Canal Dock, D02 K840, Dublin (GPS: 53.344845, -6.252316). 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 Moss Lane? ▾
Moss Lane 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 Moss Lane famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Tucked behind Trinity College, Moss Lane features an extraordinary curated wall of Irish whiskeys and knowledgeable staff eager to guide your tasting. 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
Mulligan's • The Ginger Man • Bowe's Lounge Bar • Cassidys • The Cellar Bar at The Merrion • Bar 1661