Featured Curated Crawl
This heritage pub is a highlighted stop on: Live Trad Music & Fiddle Trail • Smithfield & Stoneybatter Trail
The Cobblestone
77 King St N, Smithfield, D07 X256
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 & Jameson
Verified Opening Hours
*Hours conform to standard Dublin licensing laws. Subject to bank holiday adjustments.
Heritage Lore & Pub Highlights
'A drinking pub with a music problem.' Ireland's most authentic unamplified sessions.
Pub Features & Atmosphere
Visiting The Cobblestone on a Dublin Pub Crawl
Whether you are stepping into The Cobblestone 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.
The Cobblestone — Northside / Smithfield Heritage & Walking Guide
Established in 1840 (186 years ago) during Dublin's late-Georgian and early-Emancipation era, The Cobblestone has anchored the streetscape of Northside / Smithfield for nearly two centuries of literary, political, and neighbourhood pub life.
Located at 77 King St N, Smithfield, D07 X256 (exact GPS coordinates 53.34985, -6.27782), The Cobblestone is known for its Pure Traditional Music atmosphere and signature features including Bodhran & Pipes, Smithfield, Authentic Dublin. Patrons visiting for a pint of plain or the house specialty (Guinness & Jameson) 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 Delaney's Smithfield (27m away, ⭐ 9.5), Bonobo, Smithfield (215m away, ⭐ 9.3), and Walsh's (260m away, ⭐ 9.8).
Walking Distance from The Cobblestone to Dublin Landmarks
- Trinity College Front Gate1388 m (~18 min walk)
- St. Stephen's Green (Fusiliers' Arch)1.58 km (~20 min walk)
- Ha'penny Bridge (River Liffey)1054 m (~14 min walk)
- Guinness Storehouse (St. James's Gate)1062 m (~14 min walk)
- Connolly / Pearse DART Hub2.08 km (~27 min walk)
Nearby Historic Pubs
Closest authentic taverns within easy walking distance
Delaney's Smithfield
⭐ 9.5Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1920
Welcoming, unpretentious Northside pub right by Smithfield Square with classic pints and trad charm.
Bonobo, Smithfield
⭐ 9.3Northside / Smithfield · Est. 2019
Spectacular beer garden near Smithfield Square with woodfired Neapolitan pizzas and top craft beers.
Walsh's
⭐ 9.8Northside / Smithfield · Est. 1870
Voted Irish Pub of the Year. Iconic mahogany snugs, weekly trad sessions, and legendary stout quality.
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Frequently Asked Questions · The Cobblestone
Verified InfoWhat is the Guinness Stout Score™ rating at The Cobblestone? ▾
The Cobblestone holds a verified Guinness Stout Score™ of 9.5/10 based on 304 independent pint evaluations across cellar temperature (6–8°C), line hygiene, 119.5-second two-part surge, glassware cleanliness, and dome creaminess.
Where is The Cobblestone located in Dublin? ▾
The Cobblestone is located at 77 King St N, Smithfield, D07 X256, Dublin (GPS: 53.349848, -6.27782). 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 The Cobblestone? ▾
The Cobblestone 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 The Cobblestone famous on a Dublin pub crawl? ▾
'A drinking pub with a music problem.' Ireland's most authentic unamplified sessions. 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
Delaney's Smithfield • Bonobo, Smithfield • Walsh's • The Glimmer Man • Toner's • McDaid's