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Peruke & Periwig
31 Dawson St, Dublin 2, D02 C890
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: Smoke & Mirrors Cocktail
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
Three floors of opulent Victorian curiosities, antique books, and velvet drapery serving an inventive cocktail menu mapped to musical movements.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting Peruke & Periwig on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into Peruke & Periwig 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.
Peruke & Periwig — South City / Grafton Heritage & Walking Guide
Opened in 2014 in the heart of South City / Grafton, Peruke & Periwig combines contemporary Dublin hospitality with rigorous traditional cellar standards and high-turnover draught lines.
Located at 31 Dawson St, Dublin 2, D02 C890 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34010, -6.25877), Peruke & Periwig is known for its Victorian Curiosities & Craft Cocktail Den atmosphere and signature features including Victorian Decor, Eclectic Bookshelves, Craft Cocktails. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Smoke & Mirrors Cocktail) rate the cellar quality at 9.2/10 on the Guinness Stout Score™ index.
When building a self-guided walking route through South City / Grafton, the three closest neighbouring stops are The Dawson Lounge (38m away, ⭐ 9.4), 9 Below (58m away, ⭐ 9.0), and Kehoe's (132m away, ⭐ 9.7).
Walking Distance from Peruke & Periwig to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate479 m (~6 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)161 m (~2 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)747 m (~10 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1.86 km (~24 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub775 m (~10 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
The Dawson Lounge
⭐ 9.4South City / Grafton · Est. 1850
Dublin's smallest pub! Descend the tiny staircase into a cozy subterranean cellar bar where only 25-30 people fit.
9 Below
⭐ 9.0South City / Grafton · Est. 2017
Located in the basement of the historic Stephen's Green Club across four intimate vaulted rooms with low lighting and bespoke drinks.
Kehoe's
⭐ 9.7South City / Grafton · Est. 1803
Authentic preserved 19th-century snugs with serving hatches and old mahogany drawers.
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Frequently Asked Questions · Peruke & Periwig
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at Peruke & Periwig? ▾
Peruke & Periwig holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.2/10 based on 308 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is Peruke & Periwig located in Dublin? ▾
Peruke & Periwig is located at 31 Dawson St, Dublin 2, D02 C890, Dublin (GPS: 53.340097, -6.258775). 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 Peruke & Periwig? ▾
Peruke & Periwig 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 Peruke & Periwig famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
Three floors of opulent Victorian curiosities, antique books, and velvet drapery serving an inventive cocktail menu mapped to musical movements. 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 Dawson Lounge • 9 Below • Kehoe's • Neary's • The Neptune Bar • Jonathan Swift Pub